Award Winners Announced For The 2016 Diversity Volume Leadership Awards – Automotive Industry

January 11, 2016

DETROIT, Jan. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the first time in Detroit, Michigan, the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD) and IHS Automotive, part of IHS Inc. (NYSE: IHS) and a leading source of critical information and insight to the global automotive industry, celebrated the Diversity Volume Leadership Awards in Cobo Center. The awards are a collection of the best automotive brands driving sales with multicultural consumers.

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The inaugural event, hosted by Dariany Santana, was filled with meaningful moments from the evening’s honorees including Bill Fay, Group Vice President and General Manager of Toyota Division, Toyota Motor North America, and event hosts, Damon Lester, NAMAD President; Marc Bland, Vice President, Diversity and Inclusion, IHS Automotive; Perry Watson III, Chairman of NAMAD and Mark Sandora, Vice President, Sales – Americas from IHS Automotive.

One of the premier industry events, the DVL Awards will annually celebrate segment leaders. It is the only event of its kind focused on multicultural automotive buyers.

Of the top industry honors presented to automotive manufacturers, nominees for the DVL Awards have demonstrated the highest new vehicle registrations with ethnic, women and millennial consumers. New vehicle registration data from IHS Automotive has been used to determine the nominees based on 2015 model year actual U.S. personal new vehicle registration volumes (October 2014 through September 2015). This year’s awards are based on an analysis of more than 13 million personal new vehicle registrations.

Winners for the 2016 Diversity Volume Leadership Awards are as follows:

Ethnic Volume Leaders by IHS Automotive Regions
Great Lakes Region	Chevrolet Equinox
Mideast Region	Honda Accord
New England Region	Toyota RAV4
Plains Region	Toyota RAV4
Rocky Mountain Region	RAM Ram
Southeast Region	Toyota Corolla
Southwest Region	Chevrolet Silverado
Western Region	Honda Civic

Volume Leaders – Millennials and Women
Top Women’s Vehicle	Honda CR-V
Top Women’s Luxury Vehicle	Lexus RX
Top Ethnic Millennial Vehicle	Honda Accord

Volume Leaders by Ethnic Consumer Group
Top Vehicle – African American	Toyota Camry
Top Vehicle – Hispanic	Toyota Corolla
Top Vehicle – Asian Pacific Islander	Toyota Camry
Top Vehicle – Native American	Chevrolet Silverado
Top Luxury Vehicle – African American	Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Top Luxury Vehicle – Hispanic	Lexus IS
Top Luxury Vehicle – Asian Pacific Islander	Lexus RX
Top Luxury Vehicle – Native American	Buick Verano
Top Overall Ethnic Vehicle (Luxury or Non-Luxury)	Toyota Corolla

The Diversity Volume Leadership Awards would not be possible without the generous sponsorship from the following organizations:

CORPORATE SPONSORS	EVENT SPONSORS	MEDIA SPONSORS
Cox Automotive	American Honda	Black Enterprise
Ford Motor Company	BMW/Mini of North America	Latino Magazine
General Motors	Fiat Chrysler Automobiles
Nissan	Hyundai Motor Company
Toyota Motor Sales	Kia Motors America
Volkswagen Group of America	Mercedes-Benz, LLC

Connect with DVL Awards:
Hashtag: #DVLawards and #DVLawards2016
Website: www.namad.org and www.ihs.com/automotive
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About The National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers
The National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers’ (NAMAD) objective is to pursue the meaningful presence and participation of minority businesses and diverse employees across all aspects of the automotive economic sector, including:

Increasing the number of minority-owned dealerships in communities across America.
Advocating workplace and supplier diversity in the automotive manufacturing environment.
Supporting minority engagement in the automotive retail sales and service sectors.

We are committed to developing strategic relationships and advocating for the advancement of business policies and practices that ensure diversity and economic parity remain a priority in all aspects of the American automotive industry.

NAMAD is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area. For information on National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers visit: www.namad.org

About IHS Automotive (www.ihs.com/automotive)

IHS Automotive, part of IHS Inc. (NYSE: IHS), offers clients the most comprehensive content and deepest expertise and insight on the automotive industry available anywhere in the world today. With the 2013 addition of Polk, IHS Automotive now provides expertise and predictive insight across the entire automotive value chain from product inception—across design and production—to the sales and marketing efforts used to maximize potential in the marketplace. No other source provides a more complete picture of the global automotive industry. IHS is the leading source of information, insight and analytics in critical areas that shape today’s business landscape. IHS has been in business since 1959 and became a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange in 2005. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, USA, IHS is committed to sustainable, profitable growth and employs approximately 8,600 people in 32 countries around the world.

All-New 2016 Honda Civic Wins “North American Car of the Year” Award

January 11, 2016

2016 Honda Civic Wins 2016 North American Car of the Year Award

DETROIT, Jan. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The all-new 2016 Honda Civic has earned the prestigious 2016 North American Car of the Year Award. This win for the Civic is the second for the model in the award’s history, following a win for the 2006 Civic a decade ago when it shared the stage with the 2006 Ridgeline, winner of that year’s Truck of the Year award. In total, eleven Honda models have been named “finalists” for NACOTY awards since their inception in 1994, the most of any brand outside of the Detroit Big 3 automakers.

“The all-new Civic was developed and is built in North America, making this North American Car of the Year win even sweeter,” said Jeff Conrad, Honda Division senior vice president and general manager. “Civic is a cornerstone of the Honda lineup, and we’re delighted that the automotive press has recognized the new levels of styling, performance, advanced technology, safety and value that characterize the new Civic.”

The North American Car of the Year Award is given by a group of 53 international automotive journalists. The award is unique because instead of being given by a single publication, radio or television station, it is given by automotive journalists from the United States and Canada. Presented each year at the opening of the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, it recognizes the most outstanding car of the year based on factors including innovation, design, safety performance, handling, driver satisfaction and value.

Truly all-new, the 2016 Civic features a new vehicle architecture; sporty and sophisticated new interior and exterior styling; a more spacious and high-quality cabin; two advanced new engines; and a host of new available premium features and technologies, including the first application of both Apple CarPlay^®1 and Android Auto™² in a compact car sold anywhere in the world. Further, with the addition of Honda Sensing™ safety and driver-assistive technologies and the first application of Honda turbo engine technology to Civic, the 2016 Civic offers buyers a wider range of options than ever before.

With vehicle development led by Honda R&D Americas, Inc. and Civic Sedan and Coupe production in Indiana and Ontario, Canada, the new 10^th-generation Civic firmly has its roots in North America. The majority of Civics sold in the United States will be produced and assembled using domestic and globally sourced parts in the United States and Canada. The Civic 5-door, set to debut in the near future, will be produced at Honda’s Swindon Plant in the United Kingdom.

About Honda
Honda offers a complete lineup of cars and trucks through a network of more than 1,000 dealerships in the United States. In 2014, Honda celebrated its 20 millionth vehicle produced in the U.S., using domestic and globally sourced parts. Honda currently operates 16 major manufacturing facilities in North America, producing a wide range of Honda automobiles, all-terrain vehicles, power equipment products, engines and transmissions.

¹ Apple CarPlay is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
² Android and Android Auto are trademarks of Google Inc.

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New Survey Separates Rhetoric from Reality When it Comes to Latino Voters’ Support for Public Lands, Protection

January 11, 2016

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, Jan. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Against an uptick in anti-public lands rhetoric from militant extremists, a new Colorado College State of the Rockies Project Conservation in the West Poll released today revealed strong public support for efforts to protect and maintain national public lands.

The poll surveyed the views of voters in seven Mountain West states on key public lands issues affecting the region, including proposals to designate new national monuments in the West, establish new environmental and safety standards for oil and gas drilling, and prioritize renewable energy production on public lands.

Central to recent local controversies in Burns, Oregon and elsewhere, the poll – for the first time in its six-year history – asked voters about efforts to turn national public lands owned by all Americans over to state or private control. 65 percent of Latino respondents oppose giving state governments control over national public lands. Only 29 percent of Latino respondents support selling significant holdings of public lands like national forests to reduce the budget deficit.

“Charges of government overreach from the ideological fringes are making headlines, but in reality most Westerners in this poll favor greater protection and sensible use of the open lands and national treasures that define the region,” said Eric Perramond, professor in the Southwest Studies and Environmental Programs at Colorado College, and the Faculty Director of the State of the Rockies Project.

The poll also examined public views on the creation of new national monuments—a topic that has often been portrayed as controversial and unpopular in the West. The poll showed overwhelming Latino support—82 percent in favor—for future presidents protecting public lands with a national monument designation.

“These results make clear Western communities care deeply about the public lands that embody the best of our nation’s culture, spirit and beauty,” said former U.S. Interior Department Secretary Ken Salazar. “Western voters see our outdoor heritage as integral to our economy and our way of life, and they certainly don’t want to see their public lands seized by ideologues or sold by politicians in Washington.”

Looking ahead to the upcoming elections, 84 percent of Latinos consider issues involving public lands, waters, and wildlife as an important factor as other issues like the economy, health care and education when deciding whether to support an elected public official. Even so, 61 percent of Latinos think that most presidential candidates don’t understand issues involving public lands, waters and wildlife. Comparatively, 56 percent of Latinos think Congressional candidates are just as uninformed.

“Hispanics view the protection of our public lands as a moral obligation. It’s natural that this community would be drawn to candidates who support conservation,” said Maite Arce, president and CEO of the Hispanic Access Foundation. “With the tremendous growth of the Latino voter bloc, especially in the Western states, we’re going to see engagement in environmental policy and advocacy for our public lands at levels we’ve never seen before.”

Additional key findings include:

Latinos consider water issues — low levels of water in rivers (85 percent), drought (87 percent), and pollution of rivers, lakes and streams (82 percent) — to be nearly as serious of an issue as unemployment (90 percent).
Compared to other issues like the economy, health care and education, 84% of Latinos consider issues involving public lands, waters, and wildlife as an important factor in deciding whether to support an elected public official.
More than three quarters of Latinos surveyed in Arizona, Colorado Nevada and Utah, believe the Colorado River is at risk, critical to its state’s economy, an attraction for tourism and recreation, while Latinos nearly unanimously agree (92 percent) that the Colorado River is a national treasure that should be protected.
82 percent of Latinos in Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Utah believe that we should use our current water supply more wisely by emphasizing conservation, while just 11% think water shortage issues should be addressed by diverting more water from rivers in less populated areas.
72 percent of Latinos support the renewal of the Land Water Conversation Fund.
80 percent of respondents agree with a proposed Obama Administration rule to require oil and gas producers who operate on national public lands to use updated equipment and technology to prevent leaks of methane gas during the extraction process and reduce the need to burn off excess natural gas into the air.

This is the sixth consecutive year Colorado College has gauged the public’s sentiment on public lands and conservation issues. The 2016 Colorado College Conservation in the West survey is a bipartisan poll conducted by Republican pollster Lori Weigel of Public Opinion Strategies and Democratic pollster Dave Metz of Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz & Associates.

The poll surveyed 400 registered voters in each of seven Western states (AZ, CO, MT, NV, NM, UT & WY) for a total 2,800-person sample. The survey was conducted December in December and has a margin of error of +/-2.74 percent nationwide and +/-4.9 percent statewide. The full survey and individual state surveys are available on the Colorado College website.

CONTACT:
Robert Fanger
[email protected]
(317) 410-7668

(Español) Univision Deportes anuncia acuerdo histórico con UEFA para propiedades de selecciones nacionales, incluyendo campeonatos europeos

January 11, 2016

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Peer United Opens Nationwide Registration To Healthcare Providers

January 11, 2016

ORANGE COUNTY, California, Jan. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Peer United™ presents Doctors Club for Healthcare Professionals. Finally, there is a credit card and reward system designed by Doctors for Doctors!

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Being a doctor entitles you to a credit card with a number of features generally not available to others. The Doctors Club World Elite Program opens the door to a unique credit and rewards program.

“As fellow doctors, we found that existing credit cards lacked benefits needed for both our professional and personal needs. Working with credit card professionals, Peer United’s Doctors for Doctors created a proprietary Doctors Club credit card to meet and react to our ever changing requirements,” said Dr. Kianor Shah, CEO of Peer Brands.

Features such as exceptionally low interest rates, points on purchases, unparalleled safety and security features, and tools to help you run your business are just some of the benefits we provide.

How to Register to Become a Member of the Peer United Rewards Program:
Doctors, dentists, pharmacists, optometrists, and other selected Healthcare Providers can join for free by registering at www.PeersClub.com or by contacting [email protected].

By signing up for this exclusive credit card, you are also automatically enrolled in the Doctors Club. Membership in this club provides you unique access to unprecedented discounts and benefits, catering to your personal and professional needs. Countless resources are available at your fingertips that you can start using immediately to simplify running your practice and managing your personal finances.

Doctors Club provides you with 100,000+ discount offers from 5,000+ brand names:

Major travel discounts for airline fares, hotels, and packages
Special pricing and terms for insurance, including malpractice, health, life, and disability insurance
Special offers on commercial loans and student loan refinancing
This is a just a sample of the deals we have negotiated especially for you.

The Doctors Club empowers the healthcare community with exemplary financial, administrative, and academic services. Office managers claim that utilization of Doctors Club greatly increased their efficiency and ability to organize and better manage their duties on an ongoing basis.

About Peer United:
Peer United is part of Peer Equities, LLC and is a model that empowers independent professionals in economics, academia, administration, and finance. Peer United’s mission is to unite professionals from around the world and thus creating a sustainable and dynamic peer-to-peer network.

HCN-La Red Hispana Launches New Call-In Radio Programming, Leading with Doctora Isabel

January 11, 2016

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hispanic Communications Network (HCN)-La Red Hispana, the largest producer and syndicator of educational and informational Spanish-language media content in the US, announces the launch of its new programming for 2016. The lineup consists of the most recognized and influential Hispanic talk radio personalities in arenas of health, finance, psychology and issues relevant to improving quality of life for Spanish-speaking communities.

HCN’s CEO, Alison Rodden, announced that Doctora Isabel, “El Angel de la Radio”, hits the airwaves starting Monday, January 11. The daily live call-in show is slotted to air on La Red Hispana affiliate stations Monday – Friday, 1:00-2:00 PM Eastern and 10:00-11:00AM Pacific. “Doctora Isabel is not only a psychologist; she is a reliable voice for our community. She has the ability to inspire millions of people to make positive changes. We are empowering our radio affiliates to help and support their listeners, increase their audience, and make a significant difference in the community through these new call-in talk shows,” says Rodden.

Dra. Isabel returns to the airwaves via HCN to continue her mission of giving advice to listeners of all ages about domestic violence, family relations, matters of the heart, mental health problems, child safety, education and more. “My purpose is to give heed to callers’ unique needs and teach them to find the power they have within themselves to overcome obstacles,” remarks Dra. Isabel, who has a Doctorate in Education with a specialization in Early & Middle Adolescence. She also holds a postgraduate specialist degree in Psychology, and a Masters in Psychological Diagnosis.

Dra. Isabel is the first installment of HCN’s new call-in talk show programming for the 2016 season. The media company plans to launch additional shows with a growing roster of popular radio experts in health, finance, politics and more. The new schedule expands on HCN’s existing programming serving the Hispanic community, including Bienvenidos a America, which provides callers with free advice on immigration issues. Other programs will be announced in the coming weeks.

About Hispanic Communications Network (HCN) – La Red Hispana
Hispanic Communications Network (HCN)-La Red Hispana is a mission-driven media and cause marketing organization based in Washington, DC. HCN is the largest producer of media content with an educational focus to improve quality of life for Spanish-speaking consumers in the United States. For more information visit hcnmedia.com and laredhispana.org.

CONTACTS:
Mercy Padilla
La Red Hispana
202-360-4112
[email protected]

Mario Alvarez
La Red Hispana
202-360-4128
mario.alvarez @hcnmedia.com

Pro Mujer Appoints Maria Cavalcanti as its New President and CEO

January 11, 2016

NEW YORK, Jan. 11, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Pro Mujer announces the appointment of Ms. Maria Cavalcanti as President and CEO on January 11^th, 2016. Ms. Cavalcanti succeeds interim CEO Mark McMahon, who led the organization upon the retirement of Rosario Perez.

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Ms. Cavalcanti brings over 25 years of professional experience to Pro Mujer. Most recently, Cavalcanti co-founded and became managing partner of FIRST Impact Investing, a private equity fund in Brazil. Prior to FIRST, Cavalcanti served as Chief Strategy Officer for Fundación Avina, where she spearheaded strategy and operational initiatives across the organization. Earlier in her career, Ms. Cavalcanti worked at Dell Inc. where she was closely involved in the company’s expansion into Latin America, and was a management consultant with A. T. Kearney and TPI. Cavalcanti is recognized as a leading speaker on impact investing and financial inclusion in Latin America. She has authored multiple trade and academic articles and has served on international boards, including the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs, PYME Capital Fund, and FUNDES.

Pro Mujer’s Board Chair, Gail Landis, commented: “We are thrilled that Maria will be Pro Mujer’s next CEO. She has the perfect combination of private and public sector experience, great skills, and the heart to lead Pro Mujer into the next phase of its life. Most importantly, she is passionate about improving the lives of disadvantaged women across Latin America.”

“Women’s equality is a cornerstone of a healthy society and yet, the reality paints a different picture for many women in Latin America,” Cavalcanti said. “Women’s aspirations are too frequently stymied by poverty, abuse, and denial. I envision a world where women and men are afforded the very same opportunities, respect and value. I look forward to building on Pro Mujer’s legacy of enabling underserved women to realize their full potential.”

About Pro Mujer:

Pro Mujer is a leading women’s development organization headquartered in New York City. Pro Mujer delivers vital services that help women lift themselves out of the constant crisis of scarcity, run successful businesses, invest in their own wellbeing, and uplift their families and communities. Pro Mujer serves more than 250,000 women annually in Argentina, Bolivia, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Peru.

Over the past 25 years, Pro Mujer has disbursed more than US$1 billion in small loans and provided business and empowerment training, and preventative, primary, and reproductive health care to nearly two million women, transforming their lives and those of their seven million children and family members.

For more information, please visit www.promujer.org or join the conversation on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

Media Contact:

Stefan Segadlo
Director, Communications
+1-646-626-7000, x134
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City of San Antonio Announces $2.1 Million Pledge from USAA to Fight Veteran Homelessness

January 8, 2016

SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 8, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — At a news conference this morning, San Antonio Mayor Ivy R. Taylor and USAA Chief Executive Officer Stuart Parker announced USAA’s $2.1 million pledge to help end veteran homelessness in San Antonio. USAA’s pledge was inspired by the White House Administration’s Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness, which was announced by First Lady Michelle Obama in 2014 as part of the First Lady and Dr. Jill Biden’s Joining Forces initiative.

“As a strong business leader and long-time advocate for military families, USAA joined us today to announce its support for this significant initiative,” Mayor Taylor said. “Given both USAA’s corporate history and commitment to the military community, it is not surprising USAA would step forward in this extremely generous way.”

In January 2015, Mayor Taylor kicked off local participation in the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness, an initiative tackled by more than 681 cities and communities across the country and supported by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness and the National League of Cities.

“We applaud the City of San Antonio and Mayor Taylor for leading this effort,” Parker said. “USAA is proud to support this initiative which ensures every veteran in Military City USA has a home to call their own.”

Since joining the challenge, more than 800 homeless veterans in San Antonio have moved or are in the process of moving into permanent housing.

“Although the City of San Antonio has made substantial progress to-date, our goal is to end veteran homelessness by March 31, 2016,” Mayor Taylor said. “USAA’s tremendous support will help us reach our goal.”

To address San Antonio’s remaining homeless veterans, beneficiaries of the funding announced today are the American GI Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless and Family Endeavors.

“Family Endeavors is privileged to partner with USAA, Mayor Taylor and the City of San Antonio on this important initiative,” said Travis Pearson, CEO of Family Endeavors and board chair of the South Alamo Regional Alliance for the Homeless. “No veteran should be forced to live on the streets and the leadership by Mayor Taylor and this significant investment by USAA will provide the necessary resources and services needed to ensure that veterans obtain safe and secure housing for themselves and their families.”

Mayor Taylor concluded the announcement with a challenge to the corporate community to join the initiative.

One San Antonio
Diverse, internationally connected and globally competitive, San Antonio has a vibrant culture and economy and is consistently ranked among the fastest-growing cities in the United States. America’s seventh-largest city offers opportunities in industries ranging from bioscience, financial services, aerospace, cybersecurity, energy and transportation manufacturing to healthcare. We are “Military City USA,” home to crucial military commands supported by a patriotic citizenry. We welcome 31 million visitors annually who inject $13.4 billion annually into our economy, and UNESCO recently designated the city’s Spanish colonial missions as a World Heritage Site. Celebrating its 300th anniversary in 2018, San Antonio is a city with a storied past and an even brighter future. For more information, visit www.sanantonio.gov.

About USAA
The USAA family of companies provides insurance, banking, investments, retirement products and advice to 11.2 million current and former members of the U.S. military and their families. Known for its legendary commitment to its members, USAA is consistently recognized for outstanding service, employee well-being and financial strength. USAA membership is open to all who are serving our nation in the U.S. military or have received a discharge type of Honorable – and their eligible family members. Founded in 1922, USAA is headquartered in San Antonio. For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.

About the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness
In 2014, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden launched the Mayors Challenge to End Veteran Homelessness, with over 800 city and county officials signing on to end Veteran homelessness by the end of the year. And through the Joining Forces initiative, they are continuing to collaborate with these communities, as well as local stakeholders such as landlord associations and housing navigators, to make it easier for Veterans to get assistance and find affordable housing.

About Joining Forces
Joining Forces is a nationwide initiative launched by First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden in 2011 to call on all Americans to rally around service members, veterans, and their families and support them through wellness, education, and employment opportunities. Joining Forces works hand in hand with public and private sectors to ensure that service members, veterans, and their families have the tools they need to succeed throughout their lives.

StarKist® Supports The 2015 – 2020 Dietary Guidelines, Which Recommend Americans Incorporate More Seafood Into Their Diet

January 7, 2016

New Guidelines Urge a Shift in Healthy Eating Patterns including Choosing Seafood, in Place of Other Protein Foods, for Two Meals a Week

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — StarKist Co., a food company that is focused on healthy, shelf-stable seafood products in the United States is proud to support the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015 – 2020, which reinforces the 2010 recommendations that all Americans should consume more seafood. The guidelines recommend a shift in healthy eating patterns towards choosing seafood in place of other protein foods for two meals (or 8 ounces) per week. This is because the “average seafood intake is below recommendations for all age-sex groups.”

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Americans Urged to Swap Two Meals per Week to Seafood
The 2015 – 2020 Guidelines state that Americans across the board are not consuming the recommended amount of seafood, and that individuals should increase the variety of proteins consumed by shifting protein food choices to seafood in two weekly meals. This will contribute to a nutrient-dense diet, as well as allow Americans to reap the multiple health benefits that come from a diet rich in seafood.

“The health benefits of eating a diet rich in seafood are unequivocal, and Americans, regardless of age or gender, are not hitting the recommended intake of seafood,” states StarKist’s Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Laura Ali. “People who consume a seafood-rich diet have lower rates of heart disease and high blood pressure, reduced risk of obesity and there is growing evidence of the positive effect of DHA Omega-3 fatty acids found in seafood on cognitive development and maintenance.”

The Health Benefits of Eating Seafood
Eating 8 ounces of seafood per week contributes vital energy, lean protein, selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B-12. Furthermore, seafood is a natural source of Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, which have been linked to positive results in cardiovascular function, fetal development and cognitive development. The new guidelines reinforce the need for Americans to improve their overall eating patterns. Eating the recommended amount of seafood is one easy step Americans can take to follow a healthy diet, maintain their weight and in turn reduce their risk of chronic disease. Furthermore, the 2015 – 2020 Guidelines note that moderate evidence reveals a reduced risk of obesity associated with the healthy eating pattern of swapping seafood for two protein choices per week.

Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are also advised to consume a minimum of 8 ounces and up to 12 ounces of seafood weekly. Studies have shown that fish contains important nutrients and helps support brain and eye development in fetuses, infants who are breastfed, and young children.

StarKist Offers Easy, Healthy Seafood Options
The updated Dietary Guidelines make it clear that Americans are not consuming an adequate amount of seafood. StarKist Tuna and Salmon in Flavor Fresh Pouches provide a fresh, convenient way to reap the health benefits of fish.

“StarKist is a socially responsible company that provides healthy food for more people. Our brand’s innovative pouched tuna and salmon products are a convenient way for Americans to achieve the recommended serving of seafood and protein variety, according to the 2015 Dietary Guidelines,” says President and CEO, Andrew Choe. “With our easy to prepare pouches and delicious, balanced recipes, incorporating seafood into a healthy lifestyle has never been easier.”

StarKist products are a nutrient-dense lean protein choice, which the Dietary Guidelines recommend Americans consider when making healthy meal choices. Best of all, StarKist Tuna and Salmon in Flavor Fresh Pouches require no preparation – just tear open and enjoy on top of a fresh salad for lunch or on crackers for a quick snack. Here is a great recipe to get you started:

Lemon Dill Salmon Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
1 pouch, 2.6 oz. StarKist® Salmon Creations®, Lemon Dill
2 cups mixed baby greens
¼ cup garbanzo beans
2 small tomatoes, quartered
¼ cup baby bella mushroom slices
1 tbsp. crumbled feta cheese
4 artichoke quarters
2 tsp. extra virgin olive oil

Directions:

Place lettuce on medium plate. Distribute beans, tomatoes, mushrooms, cheese and artichokes around and toss.
Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Top with salmon.

For more delicious recipes, visit: StarKist.com/recipes

About StarKist

StarKist Co. is a food company that is focused on healthy, shelf-stable seafood products in the United States. An industry innovator, StarKist was the first brand to introduce StarKist single-serve pouch products, which include Tuna Creations®, Salmon Creations®, Kid’s Creations® and Gourmet Selects®. As America’s favorite tuna, StarKist represents a tradition of quality, consumer trust and a commitment to sustainability. StarKist’s charismatic brand icon, Charlie® the Tuna, swam into the hearts of tuna fans in 1961 and is still a fan favorite today. StarKist Co. is a subsidiary of the Dongwon Group.

Media Contact:
Michelle Faist
StarKist Co.
412-323-7457
[email protected]

APR Energy Shareholders Approve Consortium Acquisition, Privatization

January 7, 2016

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Jan. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — APR Energy plc (the “Company”) (LSE: APR), a global leader in fast-track power solutions, announces today that an offer by a consortium of investors (the “Consortium”) to acquire the Company was declared unconditionally successful on 5 January. The Consortium comprises Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, ACON Equity Management and Albright Capital Management, and brings substantial financial backing to support the Company’s business initiatives, including committing more than $200 million in fresh equity capital to reduce debt and increase working capital.

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“This is a significant milestone in the evolution of APR Energy,” said Executive Chairman John Campion. “We are pleased to be working alongside a group that truly understands our business and our market – and that shares our longer-term vision. Our new investors bring significant strategic value to our business, including global relationships, a sophisticated understanding of international finance and extensive experience investing in global power markets. Their significant investment reflects a strong belief in our business, our market and our management team, and we expect them to be great partners as we grow the Company and continue to serve our expanding base of global customers.

“This transaction clearly makes us stronger, and will pay down debt, increase working capital and enable us to approach the longer term with renewed confidence.”

Chief Executive Officer Laurence Anderson said, “With these new partners, we will have greater flexibility to manage through the short-term variations in our business cycle while staying focused on our longer-term growth objectives. We also will have access to additional capital to fund growth initiatives.”

Anderson said that during the transition process, and afterward, “Our customers, partners and suppliers can expect us to continue to build upon our already high level of customer service, driving operational excellence and delivering reliable, essential electricity around the world.”

About APR Energy

APR Energy is the world’s leading provider of fast-track mobile turbine power. Our fast, flexible and full-service power solutions provide customers with rapid access to reliable electricity when and where they need it, for as long as they need it. Combining state-of-the-art, fuel-efficient technology with industry-leading expertise, our scalable turnkey plants help run cities, countries and industries around the world, in both developed and developing markets. For more information, visit the Company’s website at www.aprenergy.com.

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