Goya Foods Offers $20,000 Culinary Arts Scholarship To Four Students Nationwide

December 15, 2015

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Dec. 15 , 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Goya Foods, America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, will offer a $20,000 nationwide Culinary Arts Scholarship granted annually to four students entering their freshman year of college to obtain their first undergraduate degree in culinary arts and/or a food sciences area of study.

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Goya’s Culinary Arts Scholarship is available on a competitive basis to students entering an accredited two-year or four-year institution. Scholarships are in the amount of $5,000 awarded per academic year starting in Fall 2016 and are renewable for up to three additional years provided the student remains eligible to receive funding.

“We established Goya’s Culinary Arts Scholarship program to demonstrate our pride in the diverse traditions of Goya’s culinary heritage, matched with our strong belief in the importance of education,” says Peter Unanue, Executive Vice President of Goya Foods. “We want to give a new generation an opportunity to pursue their culinary passions and help families with the expense of a college education.”

Applicants of the Goya Culinary Arts Scholarship will be selected based on the standard requirements established by Goya and administered by Scholarship America^® including academic achievement, leadership and financial need, as well as an evaluation of an essay explaining how Goya has enriched their family traditions. Among the criteria for consideration, students (1) Must plan to be enrolled in college full time starting in Fall 2016 in a degree seeking program within the U.S. as a Freshman at a two or four-year U.S. accredited institution to obtain their first undergraduate degree; (2) Must be majoring in Culinary Arts and/or Food Sciences; (3) Must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; (4) Must complete 10 hours per month of community service while receiving funding; (5) Must be a U.S. Citizen or a legal permanent resident of the United States with a valid Social Security Number or have been granted Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).

For more information and to apply, please log onto www.goya.com. Applications are due no later than February 15, 2016.

About GOYA: Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures, packages, and distributes over 2,200 high-quality food products from the Caribbean, Mexico, Spain, Central and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world; their combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings and convenient preparation make them ideal for every taste and every table. For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com

About Scholarship America: Scholarship America mobilizes support for students getting into and graduating from college. Since 1958, Scholarship America has distributed $3.1 billion in scholarship assistance to 2 million students, funding both entry-level and multi-year scholarships and emergency financial grants. More information is available at www.scholarshipamerica.org.

For more information, contact:
Natalie J. Maniscalco
845.659.6506 / [email protected]

Class Action Notice

December 15, 2015

CINCINNATI, Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The following statement is being issued by Markovits, Stock & DeMarco, LLC and Freking Myers & Reul, LLC.

To: All ratepayers who received retail electric generation service from Duke Energy Corp. and/or Cinergy Corp. or their subsidiaries or affiliates at any time between January 1, 2005, and December 31, 2008, in the CG&E/Duke Energy Ohio electric service territory and who did not receive rebates under the side agreements.

DESCRIPTION OF THE LAWSUIT

This notice is being provided by order of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, Eastern Division (“the Court”) in Anthony Williams, et al. v. Duke Energy International, Inc., et al., Case No. 1:08-cv-00046. You may be a member of the class described herein. Plaintiffs allege that from 2005 to 2008 defendants unlawfully paid rebates through an affiliate to 24 large industrial or commercial customers under separate side agreements. Plaintiffs allege violation of federal racketeering and antitrust laws, as well as state racketeering and common law claims. Defendants deny these allegations, and maintain that they did not engage in any wrongdoing.

A settlement has been reached in this case with a total value of $80,875,000. Residential ratepayers will receive fixed payment amounts for each qualifying day they paid a tariffed rate during the class period, from a settlement fund not to exceed $25,000,000. The minimum payout for an eligible residential ratepayer who qualifies for the entire Class Period will be a total of approximately $40; that amount may go up to a maximum of approximately $400. Non-residential ratepayers will receive fixed, and possibly variable based upon usage, amounts for each qualifying day they paid a tariffed rate during the class period, from a settlement fund not to exceed $25,000,000. The minimum payout for an eligible non-residential ratepayer that qualifies for the entire Class Period will be a total of approximately $200; that amount may go up to a maximum of approximately $4,000. Ratepayers who qualify for lesser time periods will receive lesser total payouts so long as they are $10.00 and above. Also, class members may receive direct benefits from programs developed using a minimum of $8,000,000 of settlement monies.

The Court will hold a hearing, where you may appear and object after submitting adequate documentation to do so, to consider approving the settlement at 10:00 a.m. on April 18, 2016, at the Potter Stewart U.S. Courthouse, 100 East Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. If you do nothing, all the Court’s orders in this Action will apply to you. Plaintiffs’ attorneys will request approval of fees, expenses and class representative incentive awards at the hearing. A copy of the case documents can be obtained by visiting the office of the Clerk of the Court for the Southern District of Ohio, Joseph P. Kinneary, U.S. Courthouse, Room 121, 85 Marconi Boulevard, Columbus, Ohio 43215. For information you may also go to www.dukeclassaction.com.

HOW CAN I PARTICIPATE?

1. I was a Residential Ratepayer. To receive the fixed amount payment you must, by April 13, 2016, (i) complete a claim form online at www.dukeclassaction.com, or (ii) return the completed and signed paper claim form, if one has been mailed to you. If you wish to request a paper claim form be mailed to you, please visit www.dukeclassaction.com.

2. I was a Non-Residential Ratepayer. To receive the fixed amount payment, and an additional payment if the applicable usage threshold is exceeded, you must, by April 13, 2016, (i) complete a claim form online at www.dukeclassaction.com, or (ii) return the completed and signed paper claim form, if one has been mailed to you. If you wish to request a paper claim form be mailed to you, please visit www.dukeclassaction.com.

If you do not timely submit a complete and accurate claim form, you will receive no benefits under the settlement but will still be bound by the settlement and release of claims.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?

For more information about the settlement, including the full notice describing your rights, to request that a postcard notice, with attached claim form, be mailed to you, or to update your current mailing address, you may visit www.dukeclassaction.com, call 1-(844) 322-8220, or you may write to the Settlement Administrator at: Williams v. Duke Energy, P.O. Box 10092, Dublin, OH, 43017-6692.

Source: Markovits, Stock & DeMarco, LLC and Freking Myers & Reul, LLC, Cincinnati, OH

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Ardent Mills to Help Farmers Double U.S. Organic Wheat Acres by 2019

December 15, 2015

Anticipating ongoing strong Demand for Organic Grain-based Products, Ardent Mills Takes Bold Action

DENVER, Dec. 15, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Leading the way to meet growing customer and consumer demand, Ardent Mills, the premier flour-milling and ingredient company, is announcing a new organic initiative committed to helping U.S. wheat growers double organic wheat acres by 2019.

“Ardent Mills’ vision is to be the trusted partner in nurturing our customers, consumers and communities through innovative and nutritious grain-based solutions, and our new organic initiative demonstrates one of the many ways we’re bringing that vision to life,” says Ardent Mills Chief Executive Officer Dan Dye. “Today, there is growing demand from restaurants and food companies for organic wheat flour for use in fresh, packaged and menu recipes. This is a significant opportunity for growers to become a part of an emerging market and to create additional value for their crops on the path to organic certification. We have been providing organic flour since 1996 and feel we are well positioned to meet this bold challenge.”

Ardent Mills VP of Risk Management Mike Miller says, “We’re very excited to work with farmers as they transition to this growing market and to provide our customers with an assured supply in support of their new product and menu introductions. We know there is demand that will continue to increase well into the future. We’ve heard from farmers we work with, and we understand the barriers that they face when transitioning to organic. Ardent Mills is addressing these challenges with our Organic Initiative 2019.”

“Based on our customer and consumer research, we see considerable demand for products produced with wheat from our program. We will provide a robust supply chain to meet the growing consumer demand for a variety of organic grain-based products,” notes Ardent Mills VP of Sales Dean Grossmann.

As farmers join the Ardent Mills’ organic initiative, they will have access to direct support services, workshops and long-term contracts for transitional and organic wheat bushels.

“Oregon Tilth is eager to share best practices and share knowledge among farmers working through the challenges of transition to organic agriculture. We believe that collaborative education – peer-to-peer learning, model sharing and capacity building – serves to support successful entry into organic farming, offering buyers and farmers a solid path to connect market opportunities with on-the-ground efforts to implement sustainable conservation practices on the farm,” explains Sarah Brown, Oregon Tilth Education Director.

“Ardent Mills has been a great industry partner and we commend the company for reaching out to our growers to offer new incentives to meet a growing market segment,” states Brett Blankenship, President of the National Association of Wheat Growers. “There is an opportunity for a premium, and the incentive gives farmers access to an additional market and a new income stream while meeting growing consumer demand for organic wheat flour and organic foods,” he notes. “Ardent Mills is to be commended for developing an incentive-based approach that may be attractive to our growers.”

Farmers interested in working with Ardent Mills on its Organic Initiative 2019 should contact Shrene White by email at [email protected], or phone toll free 844-421-2068 or visit ardentmills.com/tcap.

About Ardent Mills

Ardent Mills is a leading supplier of organic flour, certified since 1996. The premier flour-milling and ingredient company whose vision is to be the trusted partner in nurturing its customers, consumers and communities through innovative and nutritious grain-based solutions. Ardent Mills’ operations and services are supported by more than 40 flour mills and bakery-mix facilities along with a specialty bakery and Mobile Innovation Center, all located in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. Deeply rooted in communities throughout North America, Ardent Mills is headquartered in Denver, CO and employs more than 100 certified millers, supporting thousands of local jobs and contributing billions of dollars to local economies. To learn more about Ardent Mills, visit ardentmills.com.

About Oregon Tilth

A leading nonprofit certifier, educator and advocate for organic agriculture and products since 1974. Our mission to make the food system and agriculture biologically sound and socially equitable requires us to find practical ways to tackle big challenges. We advance this mission to balance the needs of people and planet through focus on core areas of certification, conservation, public health, policy and the marketplace. Visit http://tilth.org/.

About National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG)

Founded more than 60 years ago by producers who wanted to work together for the common good of the industry. Today, NAWG works with it 22 affiliated state associations and many coalition partners on diverse issues as federal farm policy, environmental regulation, the future of commercialization and uniting the wheat industry around common goals. More at wheatworld.org.

Cal/OSHA Cites Kaiser $149,900 for Exposing Employees to Infectious Disease: Collection Box for Used Needles Frequently Overflowed

December 14, 2015

AMERICAN CANYON, California, Dec. 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cal/OSHA today cited Kaiser Foundation Hospitals in Vallejo $149,900 for exposing workers to injury and infection from used needles at the hospital’s collection box for biomedical waste. At least three custodial employees have been stuck by needles while attempting to empty the deposit box, which frequently overflowed and prevented the lid from closing properly.

All three employees have been given prophylactic medication to prevent disease or unwanted consequences. The first injury occurred in 2013 and the other two this year.

“Cal/OSHA will always issue citations in cases where employers willfully disregard employee health and safety,” said Cal/OSHA Chief Juliann Sum. “Kaiser should have had safety measures in place before employees were injured.”

Cal/OSHA cited Kaiser for five workplace safety violations of the bloodborne pathogens standard, which requires employers to protect workers from coming into contact with blood or other disease-carrying body fluids. Two of the violations issued to Kaiser are classified as willful serious, as evidence shows that the employer was aware that an unsafe or hazardous condition existed and made no reasonable effort to eliminate the condition. The hazardous conditions were corrected after Cal/OSHA’s inspection.

“Hospital workers are exposed to known hazards on a daily basis, and their employers have a responsibility to recognize these hazards and protect their employees,” said Christine Baker, Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). Cal/OSHA, officially known as the Division of Occupational Safety and Health, is a division of DIR.

Cal/OSHA’s American Canyon office opened the investigation in June after receiving a complaint. Kaiser members deposit their used needles through a hinged slot on the metal box, which resembles a postal mailbox. The needles fall into an inner plastic disposal box inside to contain biomedical waste. Employees transferred the contents into a larger disposal container for collection by Kaiser’s waste hauling contractor.

Cal/OSHA investigators learned that employees were instructed to clean the box using a broom and dustpan. When those tools proved inadequate, employees had to reach into the box to remove spilled waste, even though needles were often deposited without a protective cap.

Kaiser replaced the kiosk with two larger disposal units following Cal/OSHA’s inspection, and now requires they be monitored every 30 minutes.

Cal/OSHA helps protect workers from health and safety hazards on the job in almost every workplace in California. Cal/OSHA’s Consultation Services Branch provides free and voluntary assistance to employers and employee organizations to improve their health and safety programs. Employers should call (800) 963-9424 for assistance from Cal/OSHA Consultation Services.

Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734). The California Workers’ Information line at 866-924-9757 provides recorded information in English and Spanish on a variety of work-related topics. Complaints can also be filed confidentially with Cal/OSHA district offices.

Members of the press may contact Erika Monterroza or Peter Melton at (510) 286-1161, and are encouraged to subscribe to get email alerts on DIR’s press releases or other departmental updates.

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The California Department of Industrial Relations, established in 1927, protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. DIR is housed within the Labor & Workforce Development Agency. For general inquiries, contact DIR’s Communications Call Center at 844-LABOR-DIR (844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.

Cal/OSHA Cites California’s Great America $70,200 for Roller Coaster Accident

December 14, 2015

FOSTER CITY, California, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cal/OSHA announced today that the owner/operator of California’s Great America theme park was at fault for a roller coaster accident that critically injured a ride mechanic on June 12. Robert Hooks, 66, suffered serious injuries when he was struck by the Flight Deck ride while retrieving a cell phone in a restricted area.

Cal/OSHA learned that Cedar Fair Southwest, the amusement park owner/operator, failed to have safety protocols in place to ensure that the roller coaster was shut down prior to retrieving lost articles near it, and also failed to effectively train workers to shut down the ride to retrieve lost articles.

“Employers are required to maintain a comprehensive injury and illness prevention program that addresses all safety hazards,” said Cal/OSHA Chief Juliann Sum. “Cedar Fair Southwest’s lack of safety protocols and training for employees contributed to this serious workplace accident.”

Cal/OSHA issued citations with penalties totaling $70,200 for eight workplace safety violations, including five serious in nature, two of them directly related the accident.

A serious violation is cited when there is a realistic possibility that death or serious harm could result from the actual hazardous condition. A willful violation is cited when the employer is aware of the law and violates it nevertheless, or when the employer is aware of the hazardous condition and takes no reasonable steps to address it.

Cal/OSHA has an extensive online library of safety fact sheets and publications, as well as an online guide for developing effective safety protocols, Preventing Costly Injuries and Illnesses.

Cal/OSHA helps protect workers from health and safety hazards on the job in almost every workplace in California. Cal/OSHA’s Consultation Services Branch provides free and voluntary assistance to employers and employee organizations to improve their health and safety programs. Employers should call +1 (800) 963-9424 for assistance from Cal/OSHA Consultation Services.

Employees with work-related questions or complaints may contact DIR’s Call Center in English or Spanish at 844-LABOR-DIR (+1 844-522-6734). The California Workers’ Information line at +1 866-924-9757 provides recorded information in English and Spanish on a variety of work-related topics. Complaints can also be filed confidentially with Cal/OSHA district offices.

Members of the press may contact Erika Monterroza or Peter Melton at +1 (510) 286-1161, and are encouraged to subscribe to get email alerts on DIR’s press releases or other departmental updates.

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The California Department of Industrial Relations, established in 1927, protects and improves the health, safety, and economic well-being of over 18 million wage earners, and helps their employers comply with state labor laws. DIR is housed within the Labor & Workforce Development Agency. For general inquiries, contact DIR’s Communications Call Center at 844-LABOR-DIR (+1 844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.

Samuel Beniquez, the biological son of the leader of the international religion known as the Mita Congregation (Teofilo “Aaron” Vargas Sein) will finally publish his new book with the title The Child versus the Beast, starting with publication on Amazon on December 25, 2015

December 14, 2015

Samuel Beniquez and his biological mother Antonia Beniquez.

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Samuel Beniquez(who has more than 300,000 followers on Twitter) promises that his book will reveal horrifying hidden facts of all sorts about the religion known as the Mita Congregation, including even some of a sexual nature. The story begins before his birth and continues until Beniquez’s adult life, when he had to take his biological father to the Supreme Court of Puerto Rico to obtain a DNA test and prove that he truly was his biological father and that his claims were not lies, a legal case that lasted ten years in the courts and created a legal precedent in adoption and family law that will always be studied in law schools. The case was in the public eye in all the conventional and digital media in Puerto Rico and in other countries, since the church has hundreds of thousands of believers and churches in various parts of the world.

WHO: Samuel Beniquez (nominated for an Emmy Award in 2012 and several local, national and international awards), the biological son of Teofilo “Aaron” Vargas Sein, world leader of the Mita Congregation church.
WHAT: The release of the autobiographical book The Child versus the Beast, the story of Samuel Beniquez, son of Aaron.
WHEN: On December 24, 2015, at 2:00 pm (Puerto Rico time, Atlantic Standard Time)
WHERE: The release will occur online and through live streaming on Samuel Beniquez’s official Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/SamuelBeniquez) and simultaneously through Periscope (https://www.periscope.tv/SamuelBeniquez)
WHY: Samuel Beniquez chose December 24^th because that was the date that Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, was pregnant and felt the pains of childbirth. This is the meaning that Beniquez gives the book: the birth of a truth, the exposure of the truth to the entire world, so that no one else will fall into the grip of dangerous sects that lead to the separation of people from their families due to indoctrination, the impregnation of young girls, and other things that he experienced within the Church of the Mita Congregation, trauma which, during his life, caused him physical, emotional, financial, and other damage. This book will create awareness of a new cause that Samuel Beniquez will discuss with you through the live web-streamed conference on December 24, 2015, at 2:00 pm (Puerto Rico time).

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The Mita Congregation was founded in Puerto Rico in the year 1940 (in fact, it was recognized by the United States Congress on October 23, 2015, thus overlooking the fact that in the case of Samuel Beniquez, the Mita Congregation has a very shady past. You can find the recognition at: https://www.congress.gov/congressional-record/2015/10/23/extensions-of-remarks-section/article/E1522-3 ) and then expanded to various countries worldwide. This publication qualifies as international news, and that is why live streaming was chosen in order to release the book The Child versus the Beast, so that the international press can be present from its respective countries and do their jobs. For the benefit of all journalists, the Mita Congregation can be found in the following countries at the addresses below (in some cases we have included their telephone numbers and physical addresses so that journalists and reporters can do their jobs, but we cannot list them all because there are too many different sites):

Puerto Rico

– Main Temple at Calle Duarte 203,
Hato Rey, Puerto Rico;
as well as temples all over the archipelago of Puerto Rico
Tel. +1-787-764-2920

United States

– Mita Congregation of Miami
7161 Pembroke Rd., Pembroke Pines, FL 33023

– Mita Congregation of Ohio
3335 Broadview Rd., Cleveland, OH 44109

– Mita Congregation of North Carolina
518 Wickham Pl., Cary, NC 27513

– Mita Congregation of Texas
6101 Davis Blvd., North Richland Hills, TX 76180
Tel. (817) 428-7901

– Mita Congregation of Boston, Massachusetts
305 Essex St., Lawrence, MA 01840

– Mita Congregation of Connecticut
591 Arctic St., Bridgeport, CT 06608
Tel. (203) 331-8832

– Mita Congregation of Orlando, Florida
200 W Lancaster Rd., Orlando, FL 32809

– Mita Congregation of Tampa Bay, Florida
4903 S 78th St., Tampa Bay, FL 33619
Tel:(813) 623-2720

– Mita Congregation of New York, Inc.
95 Broadway
Hastings, NY 10706

– Mita Congregation of New York, Inc.
612 W 180th St,
Tel: (212) 568-2173

– Mita Congregation of New Jersey
3416 Federal St. Candem, NJ 08105
Tels. (609) 963-1500 (609) 963-3501

Colombia

– Mita Congregation of Cali, Colombia
Calle 16 # 18A-59,
760042 Cali, Colombia
Tel: +57 2 8894840

– Mita Congregation of Bogota, Colombia
Cl. 28 Sur #28a-76, Bogota, Colombia
Tel: +57 1 2035741

– Mita Congregation of Medellin, Colombia
Cra. 51 #78-54, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia

– Mita Congregation of Buga, Colombia
Cr8 25-16, Buga, Valle del Cauca. Colombia
Tel: +(57) (2) 2289575

Venezuela

– Mita Congregation of Caracas
Caracas, Quinta Albaricar,
Urbanizacion Guaicaipuro

– Mita Congregation Incorporated, Valencia
Valencia, Transv. 7, 13,
Los Guayos

– Mita Congregation Incorporated, Miranda
Miranda, Calle Monte Carmelo, cruce con Calle Salom,
Edificio -, Sector Mirandita

El Salvador

Mexico

– Mita Congregation Church of Izucar, Mexico
Josefa Ortiz De Domínguez, 178,
Izucar De Matamoros, PUEBLA, Mexico

– Mita Congregation Church of Acapulco, Mexico
Calle 11 No. 220 Col. Cuauhtemoc,
Acapulco Gro.
Tel. (52)(74) 82.9242

– Mita Congregation of Los Reyes la Paz, Mexico
Calle ninos heroes # 54 Mz 1 Lt 1
San Sebastian Chimalpa Los Reyes La Paz,
Edo. de Mexico C. P. 56520
Tel. (525) 851- 3785

– Mita Congregation of Mexico, D.F.
Calle Camino Exito A No. 14 Col. Campestre Aragon,
Mexico, D.F. C.P. 07530
Tel. (525)767.4335 Fax 737.0282

Dominican Republic

– Mita Congregation Church of Santiago de los Caballeros
Avenida Circunvalacion, Santiago De Los Caballeros 51000,
Dominican Republic
Tel. 809-576-7034

– Mita Congregation Incorporated, Santo Domingo
Prol K. Adenauer 502, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic,
Tel: 809-569-9030

– Mita Congregation of Bonao
Av Aniana No 3, Bonao
Tel. 809-525-6821

– Mita Congregation of San Francisco de Macoris
Av E Kunhardt 4, San Francisco de Macoris
Tel. 809-725-1525

– Mita Congregation of Cotui
M T Sanchez 71, Cotuí
Tel. 809-585-2162

Spain

Mita Congregation of Spain
Fuenlabrada, Madrid, Spain

Canada

4011 Rue Notre-Dame O,
Montreal, QC, Canada

Costa Rica

Mita Congregation of San Jose
Carretera Periferica, 500 meters East of the San Sebastian Roundabout;
San Sebastian, Province of San Jose
Tel. 286-0196

Panama

Mita Congregation of Panama
Calle C No. 365 Barrio Chilibre
Centro Panama, Republica de Panama
Tel. (507) 216-2490

Teofilo "Aaron" Vargas-Sein (maximum leader of the Church Mita Congregation recently honored by the United States Congress) and his son Samuel Beniquez.

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The National Society of Hispanic MBAs names Thomas Savino as new CEO

December 14, 2015

IRVING, Texas, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — After an extensive search of prospective candidates from across the country and outside the continental United States, the National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) Board of Directors announced today that Thomas Savino has been named the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer. Savino became Interim CEO earlier this year.

“Thomas’ involvement with NSHMBA began over twenty years ago, he has always been, and remains, engaged and committed to this organization,” said Stuart Jara, Chairman of the NSHMBA Board of Directors. “We were all pleased when he accepted the challenge earlier this year to assume the interim CEO role. Over the past seven months he has clearly demonstrated that he is the right choice to lead our organization and set the foundation for future growth over the coming critical and transformative years.”

“I am extremely pleased Thomas will continue to lead our organization,” said Anthony Lopez, incoming Chairman of the Board. “After an exhaustive search process that included the opportunity to consider a wide range of incredibly talented candidates, it was clear that Thomas is the right leader for NSHMBA at this time. Not only is he extremely capable for the job, but he also has deep roots with the organization that will enable him to effectively drive our mission and objectives going forward. I am looking forward to working closely with him during these exiting and transformational years for NSHMBA.”

Prior to becoming Interim CEO, Thomas owned his own consulting business. His experience includes time as a consultant for McKinsey & Company, holding the position of President of the NSHMBA Connecticut Chapter, and serving as a leader and advocate for NSHMBA for over 20 years in many roles, most recent of which was member and governance committee chair of the NSHMBA National Board.

“I’m honored and excited to have the privilege of continuing to lead this vibrant organization,” said Savino. “We have strong chapters, loyal members, a strong base of Corporate and University Partners, and a dedicated staff and Board of Directors to support the NSHMBA mission in 2016 and for years to come. Together, I am confident we will achieve our vision and mission and continue to make NSHMBA the premier association for Hispanic professionals. I look forward to this journey.”

About the National Society of Hispanic MBAs
NSHMBA formed in 1988, as a non-profit organization aiming to empower Hispanics to achieve their fullest educational, economic and social potential. NSHMBA serves the Hispanic community and its constituents through a national network of 40 chapters and hundreds of community partners across the United States and Puerto Rico covering 100 percent of the Hispanic community. NSHMBA is dedicated to building and advancing Hispanic leadership, advocating the pursuit of higher education and providing its members with world-class professional development and career management programs. For more information on NSHMBA, visit www.nshmba.org. Connect with NSHMBA National on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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Airlift Into Antigua And Barbuda Increases With Addition Of Seaborne Airlines

December 14, 2015

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Plans made by Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Officials to welcome more flights from more airlines and tour operators around the world, upon completion of one of the largest and most modern airports in the Eastern Caribbean have rapidly taken off.

The Antigua and Barbuda Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Asot Michael, and Tourism Officials, welcomed a fourth airline into the destination, just three months after the opening of the new terminal at the V.C. Bird International Airport.

Seaborne Airlines launched its non-stop service between their hub in San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport and Antigua today with a 34 seat Saab 340 aircraft. The inaugural flight departed San Juan at 12:45 pm, and arrived into Antigua at 2:20 pm.

Seaborne Airline Officials, Mr. Hector Montanez – Director of Business Development & Marketing, Mr. Fernando Vazquez – Director of Airports, and Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Officials, Mrs. Paula Frederick-Hunte – Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Investment, Economic Development & Energy, and Ms. Shirlene Nibbs – Tourism Consultant for the Tourism Ministry were onboard the flight.

In welcoming the new carrier, Minister of Tourism, the Hon. Asot Michael called Seaborne Airlines, “the largest regional operator in the Caribbean.”

“The entrance of Seaborne, provides passengers with one additional option for travelling to Antigua and Barbuda, quicker and more conveniently.

“As a regional hub, the more modern V.C. Bird International Airport, was extremely appealing and advantageous to Seaborne as they seek to expand their services throughout the wider Caribbean.”

Commenting on the inaugurals held to date, the Minister said, “Our mandate is to grow airlift and to enhance our existing strategic positioning.”

“JetBlue’s launch into Antigua and Barbuda earlier in December, and today’s arrival of Seaborne, is especially significant, due to the codeshare agreement signed between the two airlines in October. What this codeshare means to the everyday traveler is that they will be able to travel from JetBlue serviced territories in the United States, to Antigua seamlessly, with one ticket, one check-in and reliable baggage transfer.”

Seaborne’s partnership with JetBlue Airways, as well as Air Europa, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines, means that, the airline can provide connections for passengers from thirty-three other destinations in the Americas as well as in Europe, into Antigua and Barbuda.

“We are excited to introduce Antigua as the 17^th airport served by Seaborne Airlines; the fastest growing airline in the Caribbean,” said Seaborne CEO and President Gary Foss.

“I am confident that our customers throughout the region will benefit from Seaborne’s unmatched customer service commitment, low fares and connectivity to our airline partners.”

Flights from Antigua to San Juan depart at 3:05 pm and arrive at 4:40 pm.

V.C. Bird International Airport’s growing portfolio of passenger airlines maintains Antigua and Barbuda’s position as a major hub in the Eastern Caribbean.

About Seaborne Airlines

Seaborne Airlines has been operating in the Caribbean for over 23 years, carrying approximately 3 million customers safely. With over 1,500 monthly departures to 17 airports, Seaborne serves San Juan’s Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, St. Thomas airport and Seaplane base, St. Croix airport and Seaplane base, Anguilla, Antigua, Tortola, Dominica, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Saint Martin, St. Kitts, Nevis, La Romana, Punta Cana, and Santo Domingo. All flights operate with two pilots and two engines under Federal Air Regulation Part 121, the strictest code of the US Federal Air Regulation governing air travel.

Schedule effective December 13, 2015

Dep. Airport	Arr. Airport	Dep. Time	Arr. Time	Day of Week
San Juan (SJU)	Antigua (ANU)	12:45	14:20	Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun
Antigua (ANU)	San Juan (SJU)	15:05	16:40	Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun

About Antigua & Barbuda:

Antigua (pronounced An-tee’ga) and Barbuda (Bar-byew’ da) is located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. The largest of the Leeward Islands, Antigua & Barbuda comprises 108-square miles. The 365 white and pink sand beaches, one for every day of the year, are just the beginning of the treasures that await visitors. Antigua’s rich history and spectacular topography provide a variety of popular sightseeing opportunities. Nelson’s Dockyard, the only remaining example of a Georgian fort commissioned by the British in 1755, is perhaps the most renowned landmark. Betty’s Hope, built in 1674, is the site of one of the first full-scale sugar plantations on Antigua, and offers a chance to step back into time by visiting the restored mills. Another unique attraction is Devil’s Bridge, located at the eastern tip of the island in Indian Town National Park, where Atlantic breakers have carved out a natural limestone arch. Antigua boasts a varied tourism calendar including events such as the World Class Antigua Sailing Week, Classic Yacht Regatta, Antigua Sports Fishing and also the annual Carnival; known as the Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival. Island accommodation ranges from luxury resorts and all-inclusive hotels to smaller more intimate boutique guesthouses and cottages. For information about Antigua & Barbuda visit www.visitantiguabarbuda.com

Paulina Rubio confirms she is pregnant with baby no. 2 in an exclusive with ¡HOLA!

December 14, 2015

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NEW YORK, Dec. 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HOLA.com has published an exclusive interview in which Paulina Rubio confirms that she is pregnant with her second child and poses for the first time with her baby’s father, Gerardo Bazúa, and her firstborn, Andrea.

The Mexican singer chose ¡HOLA! to talk about the joyful moment she is living. The interview and all the photographs, taken by the famous Jesús Cordero, is available in the US edition of HOLA.com.

“My pregnancy is wanted and unexpected. I’ve always wanted to have more children. When I learned I was going to become a mother for the second time – confessed Paulina – I felt that I was a very lucky woman. It’s marvelous to feel life inside of you. I enjoy pregnancy in every way.” She also confessed that she is writing a book and finishing her new album. She says she feels “more relaxed in every aspect” when referring to her second pregnancy”

The ¡HOLA! group starts a new chapter alongside Cristy Marrero, who has incorporated to the group as Editorial Vice President for ¡HOLA! USA and HOLA.com starting this December.

“Joining the ¡HOLA! family with these amazing news from Paulina is a great honor. It has been a nice surprise seeing how her pregnancy has progressed since when we took the pictures” said Cristy, who has 15 years of experience in the editorial world. “Creating a “digital first” proposal with the launch of HOLA.com in the US as a platform for exclusive content that fits the needs and preferences of the people who like me, are living the American dream is a great responsibility that I take one with great hope,” added the journalist.

Siblings Eduardo and Mamen Sánchez, the third generation of ¡HOLA! directors, comment on this big exclusive: ” We are happy and proud that Paulina Rubio has entrusted us with such important news in her life. She is, without a doubt, one of the most loved artists by our readers in both Latin America and Spain.”

About ¡HOLA!: Since it was founded in 1944, ¡HOLA! magazine has become a reference point for the public and one of the world’s leaders in its field. Its long history publishing the best celebrity and royalty photographs has made it an international icon for glamour, informative accuracy and good quality. Nowadays, the group has 33 international editions in 11 different languages that reach more than 25 million readers every week, alongside 8 websites that have more than 20 million users. In 2013, the TV channel ¡HOLA! TV was launched and has reached more than 10 million homes in the US and Latin America. HELLO! and ¡HOLA! have been awarded on numerous occasions.

Contact: Bridger Communications Aleyso Bridger – / [email protected]

Yamileth Salazar – PR Director/: 786-362-9865/[email protected]

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