Powerful California Senate Committee Passes SB 819 to Ban Powdered Alcohol

March 8, 2016

SACRAMENTO, California, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alcohol Justice and the California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA) are reporting that the first of two proposed bills to ban powdered alcohol in California has been passed by the powerful California Senate Governmental Organization (GO) Committee. “We applaud Senator Huff (R-Diamond Bar), author of SB 819, Senator Hall, Chair of the GO Committee, and all the GO Committee members for their leadership on this issue,” stated Richard Zaldivar, spokesperson for CAPA and Alcohol Justice. “As soon as this bill is passed by the entire legislature and signed by Governor Brown, California will join 28 other states which have already banned the product to protect the health and safety of our young people.”

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SB 819, and an identical measure in the Assembly (AB 1554 – authored by Assemblymember Irwin D-Thousand Oaks), will create a comprehensive pre-emptive stop to a chilling litany of health and safety concerns associated with powdered or crystalline alcohol. The bills will prohibit the possession, purchase, sale, offer for sale, distribution, manufacture, or use of powdered alcohol and would make the violation of these provisions punishable with a fine.

An impressive group of public health and safety advocates from across the state have come together to support the legislation including:

Alcohol Justice
Alpine County Board of Supervisors
California Alcohol Policy Alliance (CAPA)
California College and University Police Chiefs Association (CCUPCA)
California Council on Alcohol Problems (CALCAP)
California District Attorneys Association (CDAA)
California State Sheriffs Association (CSSA)
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
City of El Cajon
City of Hayward
Consumer Federation of California (CFC)
County Health Executives Association of California (CHEAC)
County of Los Angeles, Office of the Sheriff
Eden Youth & Family Center
Friday Night Live
Health Officers Association of California (HOAC)
Institute for Public Strategies
Janus of Santa Cruz
Los Angeles Drug and Alcohol Policy Alliance (LADAPA)
Lutheran Office of Public Policy-California (LOPP)
Marin County Board of Supervisors
The McGeorge Clinic (UOP McGeorge School of Law)
Pueblo Y Salud
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
Saving Lives Coalition
The Wall Las Memorias Project
Youth Leadership Institute (YLI)
Placer County Board of Supervisors

Last March, Alcohol Justice requested emergency legislative action nationwide and in California in response to news that the U.S. Alcohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau (TTB) approved labels for the powdered alcohol product, Palcohol. The TTB approval gave a green light to begin marketing it wherever legal. Since then, 28 states have permanently banned powdered alcohol. Two states have enacted temporary one-year statutory bans, and three states are regulating it under existing alcohol statutes.

“We know that every year over 500 underage alcohol-related deaths occur in California, while underage drinking costs the public $3.5 billion,” said Bruce Lee Livingston, Executive Director / CEO of Alcohol Justice. “Today’s unanimous committee vote sends a strong message that California will not allow the dangers that powdered alcohol products would add.”

The bill passed today on a 12-0 vote and will now move through one more committee before being voted upon by the full Senate.

For more information: http://alcoholpolicyalliance.org/
To TAKE ACTION: http://bit.ly/1x1qvbT

Contact: Michael Scippa +1 415 548-0492
Jorge Castillo +1 213 840-3336

Dove Celebrates Latina Beauty at the 2016 #WeAllGrow Summit

March 8, 2016

#WeAllGrow Summit attendees enjoyed a refresher on beauty trends at the Dove suite

LONG BEACH, California, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Dove is supporting Latina influencers as presenting sponsor of the #WeAllGrow Summit to support the #MujerDove mission, the brand’s message of confidence, empowerment and beauty for all Latinas.

Experience the interactive Multimedia News Release here: http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7776651-dove-sponsor-of-weallgrow-summit

#WeAllGrow attendees were encouraged to celebrate their beauty at the Dove Suite featuring styling sessions provided by Dove Hair and specialized Dove Beauty Bar manicures. Dove experts, renowned hairstylist, Mario Anton and board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Alicia Barba were in attendance to discuss the latest hair and skincare trends to revitalize beauty routines.

Dove brought its mission full circle with a #SpeakBeautiful keynote, panel and workshop led by Self-Esteem Educators, Rosie Molinary and Dania Peguero. The keynote and panel gave women a perspective on how to speak positively to find a solution for how we can all ignite positive change online and in the world. The workshop was attended by 50 girls from the local Boys & Girls Club and focused on the effect online words have in impacting confidence and self-esteem.

Website: www.dove.com
Media Contact: Sarah Lopez 917-344-4658; [email protected]

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(Español) Liberty Hardware retira del mercado placas de pared metálicas decorativas debido a riesgo de descarga eléctrica e incendio

March 8, 2016

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MD Governor’s Citation Honors Featherstone Foundation for Promoting Economic Growth

March 8, 2016

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/– Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s administration bestows an official citation to the award-winning William & Lanaea C. Featherstone Foundation for its signature workforce development program, Reaching New Heights. The citation applauds the Foundation’s robust job placement and training program for promoting economic growth across the state.

The Foundation’s bilingual trainees have secured promising careers at major financial institutions such as BB&T Bank, New York Life Insurance Company and Wells Fargo Bank. As a result of the program, some participants report earning double their annual income, plus benefits including health, paid time-off and retirement plans.

“We are pleased to honor this top-notch organization that is ahead of the curve and changing the paradigm,” said Lorena G. Rivera, Director of Hispanic Affairs, Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives. “The Featherstone Foundation’s vetted pipeline of qualified, bilingual candidates helps Maryland-based employers identify and attract great talent.”

The eight-week program trains bilingual, Latino candidates in banking, resume development, interviewing skills and customer service, then matches candidates with employers in banks, insurance companies and credit unions.

“As the inaugural program sponsor, PNC Bank is pleased to support such a groundbreaking initiative that helps the financial services industry recruit diverse candidates,” said Lourdes Montes-Greenan,Vice President, community development banking, PNC Bank.

“With our nation’s rapid demographic shifts, we are developing solutions that put underemployed bilingual workers into professional, long-lasting careers,” said Lanaea C. Featherstone, Foundation President and Open Society Institute Baltimore Community Fellowship Alumna.

“We hired two impressive bilingual program graduates for our Baltimore branches through this initiative, said Jim Willis, Assistant Vice President, Market Leader III, BB&T Corporation. “We applaud the Featherstone Foundation for connecting us with outstanding candidates.” The program receives funding from PNC Bank, BB&T Bank and in-kind support from the Baltimore County Public Library. The Foundation’s impact video features participant testimonials: https://vimeo.com/152434471

The Maryland Governor’s Commission on Hispanic Affairs is a part of Governor Larry Hogan’s Office of Community Initiatives, which works to enhance and improve opportunities for Maryland residents. The Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives oversees the Governor’s Office on Service and Volunteerism, Volunteer Maryland, community affairs and engagement within the executive branch of Maryland government, and the governor’s eight ethnic and cultural commissions. www.hispanic.maryland.gov | @GOCIMD

The William & Lanaea C. Featherstone Foundation creates sustainable solutions to bridge the opportunity divide among the Latino and underserved communities. www.thefeatherstonefoundation.org | @FeatherstoneFdn

Cora Empowers the Modern and Globally Conscious Woman with a New Line of Organic Tampons

March 8, 2016

Under the slogan #LaNuevaRegla (#FearlessPeriod), Cora is creating a social movement in which each purchase results in a donation of feminine products to needy young women

PHILADELPHIA, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cora, a new company that modernizes period management, is launching a complete solution with organic tampons that are effective, and at the same time inspire women to support one another. Its accessories enable today’s woman to experience better period management, while also providing support for girls living in developing countries who do not have the means to purchase feminine hygiene products. Each year some 100 million adolescent girls* miss school on days of their period due to a lack of access to appropriate products.

For every month’s supply of Cora products sold, a month’s supply of sustainable menstrual products is given to a girl in need in a developing country.

“We not only sell tampons and send them by mail. We’re changing the way that women spend the days of their period, from the most practical level to a level of more intimate understanding, while also inspiring a commitment to other women,” says Cora founder, Molly Hayward.

Cora is offering an intelligent and healthy option for today’s woman, considering that 90% of tampons contain materials and chemicals that are potentially harmful to health. Unlike other brands, Cora provides 100% organic high quality cotton tampons that are GOTS certified (Global Organic Textile Standard). What’s more, Cora uses Fearless Fit technology with width-wise expansion and an octagonal design for maximum absorbency and leak protection.

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, for every woman who subscribes to Cora from March 8^th to 15^th, Cora will double its donation of feminine hygiene supplies to young women in need of them. For further information, please go to http://cora.life/, follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @CoraWomen and join the conversation with #LaNuevaRegla.

*Information based on a compilation of studies conducted in specific countries and continents by sources such as AN Nielsen, UNESCO and UNICEF.

ABOUT CORA
Cora is a new startup that modernizes period management. Cora offers safe and healthy organic tampons in compact plastic applicators, plus elegant accessories that simplify period management at home, work, and on the go. For every month’s supply of Cora products sold, a month’s supply of sustainable menstrual products is given to a girl in need in a developing country so she can stay in school, play with her friends, and do anything during her period. As an advocate for women’s health and equality, Cora’s pioneering products and experience are intimately designed to be healthy, lifestyle-aligned, and globally conscious. Visit http://cora.life/ and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @CoraWomen.

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The American Society of Landscape Architects Asks People to Share Their Favorite Designed Spaces

March 8, 2016

Photo composite includes an image of the High Line, Section 2, which received a 2013 ASLA Honor Award in the General Design Category. Photo Credit: Iwan Baan.

WASHINGTON, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Landscape architecture encompasses all outdoor designed spaces. From Central Park in New York to your favorite local park or bike trail, landscape architects design the places that make the outdoors fun, healthy and sustainable.

This April is World Landscape Architecture Month, a global celebration of landscape architecture. The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) wants you to join the celebration by sharing your favorite outdoor designed space from around the world on social media with #WLAM2016.

“World Landscape Architecture Month is an excellent opportunity to see the beautiful, innovative and sustainable work of landscape architects from around the globe,” said Nancy Somerville, Hon. ASLA, executive vice president and CEO of ASLA. “It’s also a lot of fun.”

The work of landscape architects will be on display on Tuesday, April 12, when WTTW’s “10 Parks That Changed America” debuts on PBS. “10 Parks That Changed America” will follow the evolution of parks and public spaces from across the country. From the squares of Savannah, Georgia to the High Line in New York City, this series illustrates how landscape architecture shapes how we interact with our environment.

How to participate in World Landscape Architecture Month:

Download a “This Is Landscape Architecture” card here (also in Spanish).
Take a photo of the card at your favorite park, plaza or landscape architect-designed space.
Upload the photo to Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms with #WLAM2016.
See how others are celebrating at asla.org/wlam.

About ASLA

Founded in 1899, the American Society of Landscape Architects is the national professional association for landscape architects, representing more than 15,000 members in 49 professional chapters and 72 student chapters. Members of the Society use “ASLA” after their names to denote membership and their commitment to the highest ethical standards of the profession. Landscape architects lead the stewardship, planning and design of our built and natural environments; the Society’s mission is to advance landscape architecture through advocacy, communication, education and fellowship.

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eMerge Americas Announces 2016 Startup Showcase Finalists, Representing 15 Countries

March 8, 2016

eMerge Americas’ 2016 Startup Showcase, Presented by Grupo Arcano, Will Host Entrepreneurs from Around the World Competing for a Chance to Win $175,000

MIAMI, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — eMerge Americas, the leading B2B technology conference connecting companies with business and government leaders from North America, Latin America and Europe, announced more than 100 finalists selected to participate in this year’s Startup Showcase. For the first time, the program will be presented by Grupo Arcano, an international private equity and venture capital firm, founded in 2001, with offices in Santiago, Miami, London and Sydney, and recognized for investing in innovation businesses including Uber, Snapchat, Square, Open English, among others. Forming a key part of the eMerge Americas 2016 event, the Startup Showcase will take place on April 18 and 19, 2016 in Miami, Florida.

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“The finalists in the 2016 Startup Showcase truly exemplify what the program is all about – uncovering world-class university, early and later stage companies that are bringing to market innovative and disruptive technologies,” said Xavier Gonzalez, CEO of eMerge Americas. “For the first time, we are thrilled to partner with Grupo Arcano as the Presenting Sponsor for the eMerge Americas Startup Showcase. Their global reputation and proven ability for identifying and supporting the best and brightest tech talent is sure to take this year’s Startup Showcase to another level.”

The distinguished group of finalists hails from 15 different countries, and will benefit from the unique opportunity of connecting with key investors and business leaders. The Startup Showcase will culminate with the top companies pitching to a qualified judges panel on eMerge’s Center Stage for the chance to walk away with up to a total of $175,000 in cash and prizes.

This select group will also gain valuable insight from mentors in the lead-up to eMerge Americas through an innovative boot camp that will take place at Venture Hive, the Miami-based incubator and accelerator.

“Grupo Arcano participated as a judge in last year’s Startup Showcase and we were impressed with the quality and diversity of the startup companies that participated from around the world. We are very excited to be a part of the eMerge Americas 2016 Startup Showcase, a true launchpad for innovation,” said Alberto Chang-Rajii, President & Founder of Grupo Arcano. “At Grupo Arcano, we are committed to empower entrepreneurs with brilliant ideas that have launched great companies, and this partnership is a testament to our passion for business and innovation on a global scale.”

The selection process was led by the competition’s advisory board, including Nico Berardi of Accelerated Growth Partners, Ivan Rapin-Smith of Watsco Ventures, Yuda Saydun of Genventure Corporation, and Adam Smith of Medina Capital.

For the full list of finalists visit http://emergeamericas.org/startups/.

For more information or to register for eMerge Americas 2016, visit www.emergeamericas.org. Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

About eMerge Americas
eMerge Americas serves as the the leading B2B technology conference connecting companies with business and government leaders from North America, Latin America and Europe. By connecting global industry leaders and investors with the Americas’ top business executives and innovative entrepreneurs, new partnerships will be forged that will spur visionary innovation and technological advancements in the Americas for the betterment of business and society.

About Grupo Arcano
Grupo Arcano is an international private equity and venture capital firm. It is recognized for investing in innovation businesses and earning high returns on new companies, operating in areas such as: technology, energy, natural resources, consumer products, real estate and financial services.

The holding was incorporated in Santiago, Chile in 2001 as a business hub for Latin America. Since then, it has invested in more than 20 companies which have been guided through their start-up, maturity, expansion and exit, earning outstanding returns.

In 2011, Grupo Arcano began its international growth by opening offices in Miami, developing new businesses in North America and the Caribbean; in 2012 in London, serving multiple markets in Europe, Africa and Middle East; and in 2014 in Sydney, attending fast growing economies in South East Asia.

For more information about Grupo Arcano, please visit: www.grupoarcano.com

The Renaissance at Shorelands Unveils its Dazzling Platinum Penthouses

March 8, 2016

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Renaissance at Shorelands, an ultra-luxurious residential development located along the northwest coastline of Trinidad, has completed a limited number of its spectacular penthouses. Dubbed “Platinum” because of their rarity and splendor, the new penthouses are designed for the privileged few whose discerning taste exceeds conventional luxury. Chief Operating Officer at the Renaissance, Anthony Bowen, describes the penthouses as “the jewel in the crown” and remarks “there is absolutely nothing to compare in the whole of Trinidad“. Bowen revealed potential investors are already displaying an interest in them.

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The impeccably designed three-story penthouses contain grand windows that offer views over the Port of Spain skyline. The outdoor roof terrace, with a grandiose pool, affords a panoramic view of the capital city and the tranquil Gulf of Paria.

Residents of the Platinum Penthouses are greeted by a private lobby, lined with a marble floor. The expansive living space includes a 10-seat dining room, spacious kitchen, bar, and a living room with balcony. A striking feature is the imposing circular staircase that leads to the study and well-appointed master bedroom. Each residence is in excess of 9000 square feet and can be configured to either 3 or 4 bedrooms.

The Renaissance at Shorelands caters to a growing niche in the real estate market – homeowners who want more than just someplace nice to sleep. They want to relax and recharge, as one would normally do at a hotel, but from the convenience of their home. As residents of the stylish towers that comprise the Renaissance, penthouse owners have access to the property’s ample amenities. These include a modern spa, high-performance gym, an entertainment area, infinity edge pool with hot tub, a boardwalk by the sea, concierge and 24-hour internal security. The neighboring yacht club is a further enticement for boat owners. Collectively, these conveniences guarantee a luxurious lifestyle.

The previous 74 residences built in the Renaissance at Shorelands are regarded as dream homes. The new regal penthouses can therefore be considered the ultimate real estate investment.

About the Renaissance at Shorelands

The Renaissance at Shorelands is a high profile development in Trinidad that includes seventy-four private residences, penthouses, numerous luxury lifestyle amenities and security features.

For more information about the Platinum Penthouses and the other residences, please visit www.renaissanceatshorelands.com or email Anthony Bowen at [email protected]

Media Contact:
Anthony Bowen
Tel: + (868)-772-7296
Email: [email protected]

Viking Cold Solutions ™ Technology Delivers Cold Storage Savings

March 8, 2016

HOUSTON, March 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Viking Cold Solutions has completed another energy efficiency installation, helping Bermuda’s largest food distributor, Butterfield & Vallis, reduce refrigeration storage costs by 40 percent.

Viking Cold’s thermal energy storage system uses phase change material that absorbs heat as it melts, allowing chillers to run less frequently and still keep the Butterfield & Vallis warehouse within a few degrees of -18° Celsius. The system is among 20 built and installed by Viking in cold storage warehouses in Bermuda, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, California, New Mexico and Texas.

A detailed case study of the project may be found at: http://www.puretemp.com/pcmatters/bermuda-food-distributor-tes

Viking Cold Solutions is an energy storage company focused on making the world’s cold storage systems smarter and more efficient. Viking Cold’s thermal energy storage systems have saved clients over 5330 MW of energy and have removed over 3676 metric tons of carbon from the atmosphere. The Viking Cold team has deep expertise in cold storage energy management, supermarket energy management, and thermal energy storage systems.

For more information see: www.vikingcold.com

Case Study Courtesy of Phase Change Matters-a publication produced by Entropy Solutions LLC, a biobased specialty chemical company based in Plymouth, Minnesota.

Main Street Bondholders Launches New Ad Campaign Warning about Treasury’s Plan for Puerto Rico Bankruptcy Contagion

March 7, 2016

WASHINGTON, March 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Tomorrow, Main Street Bondholders launches a new advertising campaign exposing the Obama Administration’s radical restructuring plan for Puerto Rico headed by Treasury Secretary Antonio Weiss, which would harm the ability of states to borrow.

The campaign will run throughout the week in various outlets in Washington, D.C. and New York, NY, including the Wall Street Journal, The Hill and Politico.

“Antonio Weiss’ reckless ‘Super Territories Restructuring’ plan is unprecedented and will raise borrowing costs for states,” said 60 Plus Association Vice-President Matthew Kandrach.

As the advertisement points out, several governors also voiced concern over the imminent threat posed by the Treasury’s “Super Territory Restructuring” through a join letter to Speaker Paul Ryan and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell.

“Of most concern to us as governors, granting Puerto Rico such unprecedented bankruptcy authority would likely raise the borrowing costs of our states, reducing our ability to invest in vital services and eroding investor confidence in the whole notion of full faith and credit debt,” said Governors Bentley (AL), Ducey (AZ), LePage (ME,) Ricketts (NE), Martinez (NM) and Daugaard (SD).

View the ad on the Main Street Bondholders website.

Main Street Bondholders Coalition is a project of the 60 Plus Association, and is comprised of small bondholders from across America who are committed to a policy process that returns Puerto Rico to sound financial management, respect for the rule of law, and the protection of their retirement savings.

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