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Heineken Light Is The Best Light Beer You’ve Ever Tasted, Guaranteed!

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Neil Patrick Harris Introduces Heineken Light Money Back Guarantee





Heineken Light Is The Best Light Beer You’ve Ever Tasted, Guaranteed!


Award-Winning Beer Returns with Neil Patrick Harris to Introduce Money Back Guarantee


WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Heineken Light®, two-time award winner of the World Beer Championships, is so confident it’s the best tasting light beer you’ve ever tasted, that Heineken is offering a money back guarantee*. To inspire fans 21+ to try the Best Tasting Low Calorie Lager, Heineken is partnering for the second year with five-time Emmy award winner, host of two Primetime Emmy Awards, four Annual Tony Awards, and most recently, the 2015 Academy Awards, Neil Patrick Harris, on a new commercial and digital video to bring the offer to life in a humorous way.

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“What we’re saying in the new creative is pretty simple: Heineken Light is a great tasting light beer,” says Neil Patrick Harris. “But if you’re crazy enough to not agree, Heineken will give you your money back.”

The money back offer follows the 2014 World Beer Championships announcement of Heineken Light as the “Best Tasting Low Calorie Lager” for the second year running. The beer, reformulated in 2013, is brewed with Cascade Hops, which gives it that smooth taste profile and floral, fruity hop aroma. Containing only 99 calories, Heineken Light uses all natural, quality ingredients – that is, no filler grains, no coloring, no preservatives and no GMOs.

“At Heineken, we believe that you don’t need to sacrifice taste when drinking a light beer,” says Ralph Rijks, Vice President, Heineken USA. “We’re so confident in Heineken Light’s award-winning flavor that we’re putting our money where our mouth is. We understand that tasting is believing and are thrilled to be working again with Neil Patrick Harris to help deliver this message.”

Building on last year’s campaign, the new Heineken Light :15 commercial, “Money Back,” continues the story of Neil struggling with legalities and regulations. In it, Neil promises the viewer that Heineken Light is the Best Tasting Light Beer or he’ll give you your money back, before humorously backpedaling to clarify that someone at Heineken will be fulfilling the guarantee, not him personally. The story continues in the long-form video, “Fans,” in which Neil is spotted by fans of the Heineken Light commercials while shopping. The video leads to a humorous fever-pitch moment when his simple attempt to buy some fruit officially becomes a calamity.

The campaign was created and produced by Wieden+Kennedy New York. The launch will be supported through a mix of traditional and paid media, digital, PR, and experiential marketing. The brand will also carry out sampling opportunities where legal with adults 21+.

To watch the “Best Tasting Light” campaign videos and interact with Heineken Light, go to BestTastingLight.com. Watch “Money Back” and “Fans” on Heineken’s YouTube Channel (www.youtube.com/HeinekenUSA) and join the conversation using #BestTastingLight on Twitter @Heineken_US and Instagram @Heineken_US.

About the Heineken Light® Money Back Guarantee
Offer valid only on Heineken® Light bottle 6-packs. Void where prohibited or restricted by law. See http://www.heinekenlightmoneyback.com/ for details on eligibility, limitations and how to redeem.

About HEINEKEN USA
HEINEKEN USA Inc., the nation’s leading upscale beer importer, is a subsidiary of Heineken International BV, the world’s most international brewer. European brands imported into the U.S. include Heineken, the world’s most international beer brand, Strongbow Hard Apple Ciders, Desperados, Amstel Light, and Newcastle Brown Ale. HEINEKEN USA also imports the Dos Equis Franchise, Tecate Franchise, Sol, Indio, Carta Blanca and Bohemia brands from Mexico. For the latest information on our company and brands, follow us on Twitter @HeinekenUSACorp, or visit HEINEKENUSA.com

Media Contacts
Isabel Pena Alfaro, Edelman PR
Tel: 212-277-3736 / [email protected]

Bjorn Trowery, Heineken USA
Tel: 914-681-4138 / [email protected]

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Cheetos Trick Soccer Team ‘Los Cheetahs’ Ups Its Game In 2015 With The Mexican National Soccer Team U.S. Tour

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Cheetos Trick Soccer Team ‘Los Cheetahs’ Ups Its Game In 2015 With The Mexican National Soccer Team U.S. Tour


The Mischievous Chester Cheetah Laces Up His Cleats in Preparation for the 2015 Season Debut;


Nationwide Exhibition Tour Kicks Off in Los Angeles with


Global Futbol Icon Pavel Pardo


PLANO, Texas, March 27, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —  Following a mischievously successful debut last year, the Cheetos brand today announced the triumphant return of its Los Cheetahs trick soccer team for a nationwide tour and action-packed 2015. In partnership with the Mexican National Team’s annual U.S. Tour, Los Cheetahs looks to up its game this year in the soccer … or shall we say fútbol … arena. This insanely talented team of trick fútbol players combines athleticism, theater and comedy — a spectacle only fitting for the most popular sport in the world and the most mischievous brand. The tour kicks off on March 28 in Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum with global fútbol icon Pável Pardo.  

The Cheetos brand unveiled Los Cheetahs to the world in 2014 earning critical acclaim and a loyal fan base. In gripping fashion, Los Cheetahs topped their archrivals Los Jefes to finish the 2014 season undefeated, with Mexican fútbol legend Jorge Campos at the helm. A Los Cheetahs match is not an average soccer experience — the mischievous players encourage audience participation and interaction with tricks throughout the entire event. This year, in addition to the Los Angeles event, Los Cheetahs will take on Los Jefes in exhibition matches prior to Mexican National Team tour matches in Kansas City on March 31; Orlando on June 27; with additional markets to be announced at a later date.

“After an incredibly successful first year, we wanted to share our Cheetos brand soccer team with more fans,” said Jeff Klein, vice president of marketing, Frito-Lay North America. “Our partnership with the Mexican National Team brings Los Cheetahs to more fútbol fans in more markets and allows us to continue building the team’s mischievous style of play with fan input. These matches and events are fun opportunities for families to connect with each other and the Cheetos brand through a sport we all love. They are also a great stage for fans to show us their Los Cheetahs-worthy moves.”

Pardo, a global fútbol icon formerly with the Mexican National Team, Club América and Chicago Fire, was so impressed by the team’s stylish victory over Los Jefes last year; he knew it was an opportunity he wanted to pursue. “Los Cheetahs are known for their fun, mischievous spin on fútbol, a sport and passion that is woven into almost every aspect of my life,” he said.  “I’m fired up to be joining this team on a path to greatness.”

Los Angeles Game-Day Details
At the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, March 28, soccer fans attending the pre-game AT&T Fútbol Fiesta can enjoy a Los Cheetahs celebration in style at an over-the-top pop-up experience, custom-built for the outrageous, high-energy spectacle. In addition to three onsite exhibition matches, attendees can enjoy free samples of Cheetos snacks, as well as samples of Doritos Dinamitas rolled tortilla chips. Los Cheetahs vs. Los Jefes exhibitions will take place at 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. PDT.

Show Us What You’ve Got
Throughout the season, Los Cheetahs and Pardo will be calling on fans from across the country to share their Los Cheetahs-worthy moves. Fans are invited to capture their most outrageous footwork on video and share with the world on Twitter, Instagram or Vine using both #CheetosFutbol and #entry for the chance to win a trip to a future Mexican National Team U.S. Tour game, complete with the full-throttle Los Cheetahs VIP experience. As an added bonus, the winning video may even debut on the jumbotron at halftime during the game. Full details and official rules are available at: http://www.fritolay.com/social-media/lists/contest-rules/los-cheetahs-vip-trip-twitter-contest-official-rules.      

For more details on Los Cheetahs and upcoming exhibitions visit www.Cheetos.com, follow @ChesterCheetah, use and look for #CheetosFutbol and check out www.facebook.com/Cheetos and the Los Cheetahs YouTube channel.

About Cheetos
Cheetos is one of the billion-dollar brands that makes up Frito-Lay North America, the $14 billion convenient foods business unit of PepsiCo (NYSE: PEP), which is headquartered in Purchase, NY. Learn more about Cheetos by visiting www.facebook.com/Cheetos.

 


Torres Multicultural Communications to Lead League of Conservation Voters’ Latino Communications Strategy

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Torres Multicultural Communications to Lead League of Conservation Voters’ Latino Communications Strategy

TMC will be working with the League of Conservation Voters and partners in Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado and nationally


PHOENIX, March 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Torres Multicultural Communications (TMC), a Phoenix agency turning the page on multicultural marketing is pleased to announce the representation of League of Conservation Voters (LCV) Latino Outreach Program. TMC will administer media and public relations, strategic communications planning, social media and graphic design services for LCV’s outreach efforts to Latino communities in key states beginning February 15.

The League of Conservation Voters is a national environmental organization committed to turning environmental values into national, state and local priorities. LCV launched the Latino Outreach Program in 2011 to strengthen the voice and leadership of Latino communities across the country in the fight against climate change and for clean energy.  Since then, LCV, along with state partners, launched Chispa in Arizona, Protégete in Colorado, and Juntos in New Mexico.

Tania Torres, President and CEO of TMC, said, “The League of Conservation Voters has exciting plans to increase the voice and leadership of the Latino community with respects to climate change and clean air. We are honored to spearhead LCV’s communications efforts aimed at the Latino community.”

Nine in ten Hispanic voters prefer the United States to invest in clean, renewable energy sources over fossil fuels. And 86 percent of Latinos support the Obama administration taking action to limit carbon pollution, according to a recent poll by Latino Decisions.

Jennifer Allen, National Director of LCV’s Latino Outreach Program, says, “We know that Latino communities care deeply about environmental issues and want to be part of the solution to clean air, clean water and healthy communities. TMC has a great track record of success in reaching out to diverse Latino communities. We are excited to work with them to develop new ways to reach out to our communities and amplify the efforts of communities calling for clean air and healthy futures.”

Torres Multicultural Communications (TMC) is an independent, Latina-owned agency specializing in today’s multi-cultural marketplace. The agency’s team of bi-cultural and bilingual Latinos represents a new generation of Hispanic marketers who are true communications professionals with over 100 years of collective experience in marketing, public relations, advertising, media buying, graphic design and video production. For more information on TMC, go to http://www.torresmulticultural.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Monica Grijalva
Torres Multicultural Communications
[email protected]
602-315-5502 mobile / 602-354-3430 office

 


Verizon Ignites Innovation with Kickoff of 2015 Powerful Answers Award

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Verizon Ignites Innovation with Kickoff of 2015 Powerful Answers Award

Third annual award challenge opens for submissions today, and will award $6M to powerful technology solutions in Transportation, Emergency Response, and Internet of Things


BASKING RIDGE, New Jersey, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Expanding its ongoing commitment to innovation and social responsibility, Verizon said today it is now accepting ideas for its 2015 Powerful Answers Award program. 

Now in its third year, Verizon’s Powerful Answers Award offers innovators, developers and entrepreneurs a total of $6M in cash prizes, plus the opportunity for winners to participate in an Accelerator program designed to help develop their ideas and bring solutions to market faster.   

The Verizon Powerful Answers Award program seeks ideas that leverage cutting-edge technology to create solutions that deliver social good. The 2015 program is seeking ideas in three core categories, each with three subcategories:

  • Transportation: How can technology enable better, more efficient ways to reduce the complexities of transportation and distribution in the physical world?
    • Smarter Driving
    • Public Transport & Sharing
    • Logistics and Distribution
  • Emergency Response: How can technology enable first responders and emergency crews to locate and save lives faster; what solutions can improve long-term recovery for survivors?
    • First Responders
    • Search and Rescue
    • Long Term Relief
  • Internet of Things:  How can using technology behind the Internet of Things (IoT) enable new intelligent actions that will have wide-scale and beneficial impacts in the following areas? 
    • Connected Health
    • Smart Cities
    • Smart Agriculture

Ideas can be submitted beginning today through June 18, 2015, at www.powerfulanswersaward.com. Submissions will be judged by panels of industry experts, and winners will be announced in late 2015.

Verizon will award cash prizes of $1 million to the top winner in each of the three core categories.  The second prize winner in each category will receive $500,000 and two third-prize winners in each category will receive $250,000, for a total of $6 million.  

“Verizon is committed to supporting innovation at all levels, from early stage startups to more developed companies through a variety of initiatives including the Powerful Answers Award, Verizon Ventures’ portfolio and investments, and through the Accelerator program for Powerful Answers Award winners,” said John Doherty, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development and Chairman and Chief Investment Officer of Verizon Ventures.  “We’ve seen previous winners enjoy great success, and look forward to the new ideas and solutions this year’s program generates.”

New Accelerator Program for Powerful Answers Award Winners Helps Get Solutions to Market Faster

The Verizon Powerful Answers Award Accelerator program at BootUp Academy, designed to strategically accelerate the growth of participating Powerful Answers Award winners, was recently launched for the 2014 winners.

The Accelerator provides 2014 winners with customized programs built to accelerate growth and drive go-to-market strategies. Based at BootUp Academy in the heart of Silicon Valley, participants embark on intensive workshops and knowledge exchange sessions that provide “best practices”  in business planning, product development, UX/UI design, global go-to-market strategies, communications, financing and growth hacking.  The 2014 winners in the program also have the opportunity to be connected with Verizon Subject Matter Expert Mentors, global advisors, investors, thought leaders and industry experts who can support the acceleration of their powerful answers into sustainable, meaningful companies. 

To learn more about the Verizon Powerful Answers Award program or to submit your idea, please visit: www.powerfulanswersaward.com. Follow the journey with these innovators on Twitter at #VZPAA.

About Verizon
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to consumer, business, government and wholesale customers. Verizon Wireless operates America’s most reliable wireless network, with more than 106 million retail connections nationwide. Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America’s most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers integrated business solutions to customers in more than 150 countries. A Dow 30 company with more than $120 billion in 2013 revenues, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of 178,500. For more information, visit www.verizon.com/news.


Guadalajara-Houston, New Service for Volaris

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Guadalajara-Houston, New Service for Volaris

– New service to strengthen Volaris positioning as the airline with the most flights to international destinations from Guadalajara


MEXICO CITY, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Volaris (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) the ultra-low cost airline operating the most extensive domestic route network servicing the US and Mexico, today inaugurated new international service between the cities of Guadalajara, Jalisco and Houston, Texas with flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

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Houston becomes the second destination operated by Volaris to the state of Texas, after its non-stop service to San Antonio. A third destination to the state will soon be announced, with a Dallas – Guadalajara flight. Houston, one of Texas’ ultimate cosmopolitan cities, is widely known in Mexico for its excellent restaurants, shopping for all tastes, cultural sites including beautiful plazas and over 300 parks, and outstanding medical services. Houston is also an important business destination, thanks to its rapidly diversifying energy based economy, including high technology and medical research industries.

For Volaris, bringing together friends and families on both sides of the border remains one of the most important missions. According to the Pew Research Center, Houston has a Hispanic population of over 2 million people, of which 50% are of Mexican origin. The new service will facilitate communication between Jalisco residents and their relatives and friends in Houston.

Volaris CEO, Enrique Beltranena, spoke of the significance of offering Volaris customers’ new and attractive destinations and strengthening Volaris’ presence in Texas. “We are very pleased to bring to market a second destination in Texas, and soon a third one with the Dallas announcement. We reiterate our commitment towards providing Guadalajara – Mexico’s Perla Tapatía — greater domestic and international connectivity and our leadership with 37 serviced destinations, averaging 480 weekly flights from this city. This is how we will maintain our position as the official airline of Guadalajara.”

“Passengers at Houston’s Bush Airport continue to enjoy an unprecedented level of connectivity with Latin America and new partners like Volaris are helping to make that connection even stronger,” Mario C. Diaz, Director of Aviation of the Houston Airport System said. “This new non-stop service complements the continued expansion of the international service available at IAH and will provide Volaris’ customers with even better access to our dynamic, growing city and all that it offers.”

For those interested in the new service, flight schedules, including dates and times of operation, are announced as follows:

Guadalajara, Jalisco – Houston, Texas

(Effective March 23. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays)

  • Departing Guadalajara, Jalisco at 8:25 hrs., arriving Houston, Texas at 10:35 hrs.
  • Departing Houston, Texas at 11:55 hrs., arriving Guadalajara, Jalisco at 14:20 hrs.

Launched at an inaugural fare starting at US $115, flights are available for booking with Volaris’ buy-ahead approach and innovative pay-per-service plan, Tu Decides, whereby travelers specifically select only those services they need for their trip. Booking is available for customers at all Volaris sales channels including online (www.volaris.com), our Call Centers in Mexico (01-800-122-8000) and the US (1-866-988-3527), or through any of our authorized travel agencies.

About Volaris

Controladora Vuela Companía de Aviacion, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: VLRS and BMV: VOLAR) is an ultra low cost airline providing point to point services and operating between Mexico and the US. The ultra low cost highly efficient business model offered by Volaris provides low base fares to develop its market, coupled with outstanding levels of quality services and a wide array of products. Since beginning their operations in March 2006, Volaris has increased its routes from an initial 5 to a current 132 and its fleet from 4 to 51 aircrafts. Volaris currently operates over 200 daily flight segments on routes connecting 38 cities in Mexico and 19 cities in the United States with Mexico’s most modern airplane fleet. Volaris targets passengers visiting friends and family, price sensitive business travelers, and leisure travelers in Mexico and to select US destinations. Proudly Mexican, Volaris is regarded as one of the new leading companies in the country. Among other recognitions, Volaris has received the prestigious ESR Award for Social Corporate Responsibility for five consecutive years. For more information, please visit: www.volaris.com


Nordstrom Opens Doors At Mall Of San Juan In Puerto Rico

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Nordstrom Opens Doors At Mall Of San Juan In Puerto Rico


SEATTLE, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Leading fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today opened the doors to its first store in Puerto Rico at The Mall of San Juan. The two-level, 138,000 square-foot store features the latest interior and exterior design concepts, three restaurants and an enhanced beauty experience.

“This is an exciting day for us – we’re thrilled to open the first Nordstrom in Puerto Rico,” said Manolo González, Nordstrom Mall of San Juan store manager. “We’re humbled by the warm welcome we’ve received and are going to work hard to take care of customers here and to offer them an outstanding shopping experience in our store.”

The store houses five shoe departments, expansive cosmetics and accessories areas and a comprehensive offering of popular brand names for women, men and children. Customers can find shoes and handbags from Valentino, Manolo Blahnik, Tory Burch, Vince Camuto, Michael Kors and many more. The women’s apparel offering features fashion from numerous brands, including Missoni, Versace Collection, Herve Leger, Topshop, BCBG, Michael Michael Kors, Elizabeth and James and Haute Hippie, among others. Customers will find brands like Burberry Beauty, Chanel, Jo Malone, La Mer, Khiel’s, MAC, Creed and more in the beauty department, which has been designed to enable customers to shop the way they want – whether they’re looking for a high-touch service experience or the opportunity to discover and play on their own. 

In addition to its vast merchandise offering, Nordstrom Mall of San Juan features the company’s newest design concepts, which incorporate natural light, wood finishes and other modern updates. Nordstrom also offers services and amenities including in-store alterations and tailoring, certified shoe and bra fitters, and Personal Stylists (a free wardrobing and shopping service).

The store also features three food offerings: Bazille, a full-service, bistro-style restaurant, Habitant, a bar where customers can enjoy delicious small plates and handcrafted cocktails, and the Ebar, which offers specialty coffee drinks and grab-and-go food options.

Opening day festivities began at 8:00 a.m. with a Beauty Bash hosted by Nordstrom just outside the store’s mall entrance. Customers enjoyed complimentary skincare consultations, demonstrations and makeup lessons from the store’s team of beauty and fragrance experts. When the first customers walked through the doors as the store opened at 10:00 a.m., they were greeted by cheers and applause from more than 600 employees.

Ahead of the store’s opening day, Nordstrom hosted and underwrote the cost of a gala for 1,800 guests. Ticket sales from the event raised $120,000 for three local nonprofit organizations: Boys & Girls Clubs de Puerto Rico, Fundación Infantil Ronald McDonald and SER [Sociedad de Educación y Rehabilitación] de Puerto.

About Nordstrom
Nordstrom, Inc. is a leading fashion specialty retailer based in the U.S. Founded in 1901 as a shoe store in Seattle, today Nordstrom operates 299 stores in 38 states and Canada. Customers are served at 116 Nordstrom stores in the U.S. and two in Canada; 173 Nordstrom Rack stores; two Jeffrey boutiques; and one clearance store. Additionally, customers are served online through Nordstrom.com, Nordstromrack.com and HauteLook. The company also owns Trunk Club, a personalized clothing service serving customers online at TrunkClub.com and its five clubhouses. Nordstrom, Inc.’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol JWN.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Amy Jones
Nordstrom, Inc.
(206) 384-0739

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Soak Up Some Knowledge about Preventing Water Damage

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Soak Up Some Knowledge about Preventing Water Damage


BLOOMINGTON, Ill., March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — April showers bring May flowers but it also brings the potential for water in your basement. One of the worst experiences a homeowner can have is a backed-up sewer or drain filling the basement with foul-smelling water and sewage. Water losses are rising even though many of these accidents are preventable. In 2014, State Farm paid nearly $1.8 billion for water loss claims as a result of frozen pipes, flooded basements and burst appliance hoses, an increase from the $1.3 billion State Farm paid in 2013. 

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Top Ten States for State Farm Claims Due to Water Loss in 2014

Top States for Paid Water Loss Claims

Amount Paid for Water Loss Claims

Number of Water Loss Claims

1.    California

$221,424,497

16,631

2.    Texas

$137,501,184

20,429

3.    Georgia

$137,260,031

16,833

4.    Illinois

$123,380,532

15,409

5.    New York

$99,044,118

12,353

6.    Michigan

$88,771,032

10,659

7.    Pennsylvania

$81,206,511

14,235

8.    Tennessee

$60,423,019

7,162

9.    Ohio

$52,454,367

7,601

10.  Maryland

$49,617,368

6,433

Understanding what your insurance policy covers will help keep your head above water when there is a water loss because homeowner policies do not cover flood losses.  Back-up of sewer or drain endorsement is an additional endorsement that may be purchased for covered accidental direct physical loss caused by water or sewage that enters through a sewer or drain that is located inside the interior of the home or building. It also provides coverage if water enters and overflows a sump pump well that is located inside the interior of the dwelling. 

Maintenance of your home is vital when it comes to preventing water damage. Preventative maintenance can be cheaper and easier than tearing out and replacing the floor and subfloor because of an undetected leak from a toilet or pipe.

Suggestions for Regular Home Maintenance to Help Reduce Water Damage

  • Regular cleaning of your home’s interior helps you spot trouble early. Pull out everything under sinks monthly and check for moisture all the way back to the wall.
  • Check water lines to ice makers, disposals, dishwashers and other appliances that use water. Be sure not to kink or puncture water lines if the appliance is moved.
  • Check the sump pump at least once per month as the metal pole on pedestal pumps can corrode, plus the float and intake can become stuck or clogged. Use batteries or a generator if you lose your electric power often during storms.

Suggestions for Seasonal Home Maintenance to Help Reduce Water Damage

  • Check your drains and gutters every few months. Water can seep into your home if leaves and debris block gutters and drain pipes.
  • Gutters and downspouts should extend far enough away from the foundation to carry water away from the dwelling. The ground should slope away from your home, garage and outbuildings.
  • Inspect your roof yearly. Make sure you don’t have any loose shingles and that the edging is down nice and tight.
  • Inspect window frames and look around windows and doors for gaps between the sills where caulk needs replacing. Act quickly to replace, prime/paint and caulk any damaged wood.
  • Replace appliance hoses with a tougher hose that’s covered in flexible, braided steel.
  • Consider having a water leak detection system installed. Water leak detection systems connect a water-sensitive probe to an electronic alarm that signals a water leak.

 

Sometimes water still gets in. If you have a finished basement, be aware of the dollars you have at stake if a sewer or drain loss occurs. To ensure that your belongings aren’t damaged, items stored in basement areas should be shelved or kept off the floor. Furniture should be on casters or shims and arranged away from floor drains. Don’t let water losses sink you. Remember that water will go where it wants, when it wants, so take care of problems immediately.

About State Farm
State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of car insurance in the U.S. In addition to providing auto insurance quotes, their 18,000 agents and more than 65,000 employees serve over 82 million policies and accounts – nearly 80 million auto, home, life, health and commercial policies, and nearly 2 million bank accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 41 on the 2014 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit www.statefarm.com.

 

State Farm Releases Top 10 States for Water Damage Claims in 2014

 

Flash Flooding

 

State Farm

 

 


(Español) Ismael Cala participará en el evento Seducción del Espíritu, invitado por Deepak Chopra

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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julian Castro to Deliver Keynote Address at the 2015 eMerge Americas Conference

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U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julian Castro to Deliver Keynote Address at the 2015 eMerge Americas Conference

Conference to attract thousands of global industry leaders from across North America, Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America to discuss transformative innovations.


MIAMI, March 26, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — eMerge Americas has announced today that U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Julian Castro will serve as a keynote at the conference, which will take place May 1-5, 2015 in Miami, Florida. Secretary Castro is scheduled to deliver his keynote address on Monday, May 4, 2015.

“It is an honor for us to welcome Secretary Castro as a keynote for the eMerge Americas Conference. His vision and success in positioning San Antonio as a leader in the New Energy Economy and now as the U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development makes him an ideal speaker for our eMerge America attendees,” said Manuel D. Medina, Managing Partner of Medina Capital and founder of eMerge Americas.

Now in its second year, eMerge Americas 2015 is expected to attract thousands of attendees, hundreds of top companies and the world’s leading disruptors and thought leaders with the goal of exchanging ideas around technology and innovation. Throughout the five days, the conference will host a variety of exhilarating programs. Key elements on this year’s agenda include:

  • Startup Showcase – Entrepreneurs from over 100 start-up incubators/accelerators from Latin America and Europe compete for funding from well-known investors. emergeamericas.org/startups
  • Country Pavilions – Participating nations from the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia showcase their local innovations and connect with strategic partners, generate new international leads and become a part of the ever-expanding technological transformation in the Americas.
  • Women, Innovation & Technology (WIT) – A one-day summit showcasing top female professionals from different industries discussing how they are transforming the business landscape through technology and innovation. emergeamericas.org/wit
  • eGov: Government Innovation Summit – Prominent mayors and government officials from around the globe gather to address the challenges faced by accelerated urbanization and how to transform their urban communities into Smart Cities through the power of innovative technology.

Among the conference’s key elements this year is the eGov – Government Innovation Summit, a two-day private event that gathers prominent government officials from all over the globe to discuss sustainable solutions for the challenges faced by accelerated urbanization. This year’s eGov Innovation Summit will include panel discussions with prominent industry thought leaders focused on smart cities, public private partnerships and sustainability. Confirmed speakers include:

  • Manuel Medina – Founder, eMerge Americas
  • Carlos Gimenez – Mayor, Miami Dade County
  • Catherine Bracy – Director of Community Organizing, Code for America
  • Julian Robinson-Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Jamaica
  • Emilio Diaz – Executive Vice President, Indra
  • Rodolphe El-Khoury – Dean, Miami University School of Architecture
  • Carlo Ratti – Director, MIT SENSEable City Lab
  • Richard Sear – Global VP, Visionary Innovation, Frost & Sullivan
  • Darren Ware – Senior Manager, Global Economics and Research Practice, Cisco

In addition to its featured speakers, the eMerge Americas eGov Summit will welcome a distinguished list of dignitaries and government officials from all over the world, including representatives from Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, France, Guatemala, Haiti, Italy, Jamaica, Kingdom of the Netherlands, Mexico, Monaco, Panama, Peru, Spain, United Kingdom, United States, and Uruguay.

About eMerge Americas eMerge Americas serves as the preeminent innovative thought exchange helping transform Miami into the technological hub of the Americas. By connecting global industry leaders and investors with the America’s top business executives, IT decision-makers, and innovative entrepreneurs, new partnerships that will spur visionary innovation and technological advancements in the Americas for the betterment of business and society are being forged. Summits focused on healthcare, entertainment and media, finance, cities, and education address the most pressing issues of today and provide solutions and resources to continue the rapid advances of the 21st century. eMerge Americas Founding Partners are the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Miami-Dade County, Greenberg Traurig, P.A., and Medina Capital. For more information about eMerge Americas, please visit: www.emergeamericas.org.


Minority Chamber of Commerce Announces the 12th Minority Job Fair 2015

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Minority Chamber of Commerce Announces the 12th Minority Job Fair 2015

The only local Career Fair in Miami opens to students, veterans and specialized high-tech workers!


MIAMI, March 25, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Minority Chamber of Commerce announces the official launch of its “Minority Career Fair Miami 2015: Employment & Education” coming up this Monday March 30, aimed at stimulating employment in a dynamic and proactive environment in Miami Dade County, Florida.

The event takes at the Hotel Holiday Inn Miami Airport located at 1111 S Royal Poinciana Blvd Miami Springs, FL. (Lejeune RD & 36 NW). The event is from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Entrance and parking are free.

More than 20 large corporations, small minority business owns, and academic institutions will be seeking to hire top Minority American talent from South Florida, and we are expecting over 300 attendees as we celebrate our 15th Anniversary at the Minority Chamber of Commerce!

This exclusive event is tailored for top-notch candidates who are language-proficient and cross-culturally competent job–seekers—from achieved professionals, students, Veterans, High Tech Specialists and recent minority professionals and skilled workers.

According to Doug Mayorga, Founder and Executive President of the Minority Chamber of Commerce, “one only needs to take a glance at today’s workforce marketplace at local level, their diverse and ever-evolving composition to discern the inevitable trend: the increasing and imperative need to have human resources strategically prepared to bridge people and organizations beyond language, cultural and other barriers“

The Minority Career Fair Miami 2015 is an opportunity to meet job seekers from various industries and specialties; including finance, marketing, retail, healthcare, pharmaceutical, communications, Information technology, Engineering, hospitality, linguistics, international relations/business, and much more. All confirmed participating companies will have access to resumes for registered applicants before this exclusive Minority Career Fair Miami 2015.

About Minority Chamber of Commerce: The economy of the future lies in the youth of today, our new generation. We are leading advocate for entrepreneurship education and provide programs to help businesses connect to college, universities, expand community access and develop minority workforce for private and public sector in America. For more information: www.minoritychamber.net

All the employers-members attending will be eager to hire immediately.   Serious jobseekers can’t afford to miss this event and need to pre-register at [email protected]

For More Information:
Maria Loaisiga
Senior Planner Director
786/260-1572
[email protected]

 


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