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Despite Some Gains, 25% of Texas Kids Live in Poverty

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Despite Some Gains, 25% of Texas Kids Live in Poverty

New report finds expanded Pre-K, health care coverage among policy solutions that could help make Texas the #1 state for kids


AUSTIN, Texas, March 4, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — One in four Texas children lives in poverty, threatening their potential and the state’s continued prosperity. According to State of Texas Children 2015, a new Center for Public Policy Priorities (CPPP) report released today, slight improvements in health care and school nutrition don’t compensate for inadequate investments in education and child protection.

Detailed data are available for every county in Texas. Please contact [email protected] for child well-being data for your county.

“Texas is consistently ranked one of the nation’s worst states for children, but we can make our state the best place for kids if we enact smart public policies now,” said Ann Beeson, Executive Director of CPPP. “With 1 in 11 U.S. kids living in Texas, the future of young Texans will determine the future of our country.”

Key findings include:

  • One in four Texas children lives in poverty. For a family of four, that’s less than $24,000 per year. The high child poverty rate combined with a relatively good parental employment rate means that many hard-working Texas parents aren’t earning enough to provide adequately for their kids.
  • Despite modest gains for kids, Texas is ranked 49th for the percentage of children with health insurance (13 percent uninsured). Kids are more likely to be uninsured when their parents are uninsured, and Texas continues to have the highest rate of uninsured adults in the nation.
  • Nearly two million Texas kids live in households where access to nutritious food is limited and uncertain, threating children’s health and ability to learn. Expanded school nutrition programs have successfully provided more meals to students, keeping kids healthier and helping them learn.

Key policy recommendations:

  • Invest sufficiently in public education to meet student needs.
  • Expand Pre-K statewide to high quality, full-day programs for currently eligible students.
  • Close the Coverage Gap and expand health insurance coverage options for families.
  • Provide more support for informal kinship caregivers, and streamline the process for accessing kinship care benefits.
  • Raise the state minimum wage and change the state law that prohibits Texas cities from setting their own minimum wage.

Lawmakers have a tremendous opportunity this legislative session to adopt policy solutions that can help children and all Texans. From expanded early childhood education to health insurance coverage that protects children and families, policy solutions are available to lawmakers now that can improve the state for Texas children.

“The decisions legislators make at the Capitol have major implications for our children,” said Jennifer Lee, Research Associate at CPPP and the lead author of State of Texas Children 2015. “It’s time for all of us to stand up for Texas kids.”

State of Texas Children 2015 is part of Texas Kids Count, a project of the Center for Public Policy Priorities, and is supported by the Annie E. Casey Foundation and Methodist Healthcare Ministries of South Texas. The report was released at a breakfast presentation in Austin today with over 300 child advocates, policy makers and concerned Texans. To watch a livestream or recorded video of the report presentation visit http://nowcastsa.com/blogs/webcast-state-texas-children-2015.  To read the full report, visit http://www.forabettertexas.org/images/KC_2015_SOTCreport_web.pdf.


Eight Safelite Employees Win International Exceptional Customer Service Award

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Eight Safelite Employees Win International Exceptional Customer Service Award


COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 4, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Safelite® Group, the parent company of Safelite AutoGlass® and Safelite® Solutions, aims to be a People Powered, Customer Driven company that empowers its employees to deliver service so great…it’s memorable. Safelite’s latest winners of an internal recognition program – the International Exceptional Customer Service Award from parent company Belron – bring the company’s vision and values to life.

Safelite AutoGlass Logo

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Out of 22 award winners worldwide in three categories, Safelite earned 8. The stories of the winners range from technicians who have long-term high levels of customer service to teams that found ways to do what was best for their customers despite extreme challenges. Watch the winners’ stories below:

“We aim to delight our customers daily. This award is an opportunity to thank those who go above and beyond in creating a memorable customer experience,” said Tom Feeney, president and CEO of Safelite AutoGlass. “Out of approximately 25,000 Belron employees worldwide, these 8 people deserve this honor proving their passion for customer service.”

About Safelite AutoGlass®
Safelite AutoGlass® is the nation’s largest provider of vehicle glass repair and replacement services with 5,000 MobileGlassShops™ and company stores in all 50 states. Each year, roughly 4.3 million customers choose Safelite for its 24/7 national contact centers, advanced online scheduling, superior repair and replacement systems, and the industry’s only nationwide lifetime guarantee. Founded in 1947, the Columbus, Ohio-based company employs approximately 11,000 people across the United States. For more information, visit Safelite.com, or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Media Contact: Melina Metzger, Safelite AutoGlass® PR Manager, 614.210.9232, [email protected]


Amway Unveils the Artistry™ Indigo Skies Color Collection

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Amway Unveils the Artistry™ Indigo Skies Color Collection

Spring Awakens in Breathtaking Blue Hues


ADA, Mich., March 4, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Reaching from earth to sky, the limited edition Artistry™ Indigo Skies Color Collection for Spring 2015 captures the beauty of the American Southwest in high-impact hues that inspire casual chic looks.

Experience the interactive Multimedia News Release here: http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7239458-amway-artistry-indigo-skies-color/

Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150303/179279

This laid-back yet luxurious collection spans seven limited edition cosmetics curated by Artistry Global Makeup Artist Rick DiCecca. “Spring 2015 is inspired by one of the world’s most naturally beautiful color palettes,” says DiCecca. “From breathtaking blue skies to gleaming desert sands, the Artistry™ Indigo Skies Color Collection gives women the freedom to create a look to match any mood.”

Indulge in Indigo Chic
Pale blue, rich indigo, shimmering beige – the Artistry™ Indigo Skies Eye Crayon Trio creates looks from demure to dramatic. The long-lasting, lightweight formula glides on smooth and creamy, and dries to a perfect powder. Crayons double as shadows or liners to shade, define and highlight eyes. The integrated sharpener keeps crayons application-ready.

Amplify every lash with Artistry Signature Eyes Volume Mascara™ in indigo blue. Revolutionary, color-intense FullFx formula increases volume up to 600%, while creamy conditioners smooth, gloss and enrich lashes. MagnaBoost brush technology creates simultaneous volume and separation for added drama.

Shape, brighten and define with Artistry Signature Color™ Lipstick and Sheer Lipsticks. All three lavish shades are formulated with plush pigments and infused with intense hydration to coat and condition lips. Lipsticks saturate lips with rich color, while sheer lipsticks sweep on a high-gloss hint of color.

THE ARTISTRY™ INDIGO SKIES COLOR COLLECTION
Artistry™ Indigo Skies Eye Crayon Trio $55.00

  • Indigo: Luminous navy
  • Sky Blue: Shimmering silvery blue
  • Desert Sand: Warm gleaming beige

Artistry Signature Eyes Volume Mascara™ $27.00

  • Indigo: Brilliant blue

Artistry Signature Color™ Lipstick and Sheer Lipsticks $29.50

  • Coral Sunrise: Creamy orange pink
  • Sandstone: Sheer gleaming nude beige
  • Pink Quartz: Sheer shimmering blush

“This season’s collection focuses on the eyes,” adds DiCecca. “The eye crayons double as shadows or liners to create versatile, mesmerizing looks. My hope is that women will experiment and have fun with all three unforgettable shades.”

The Artistry™ Indigo Skies Color Collection will be available in the U.S in March, while supplies last. Artistry™ products are sold exclusively through a network of Amway Independent Business Owners (IBOs) millions strong worldwide. Please visit Amway.com for more information or to locate an IBO.

About Artistry™
Artistry™ is ranked among the world’s top-five, largest-selling premium skincare brands.[1] Founded in 1958 by an entrepreneurial husband and wife team, the Artistry™ portfolio features advanced skincare developed with new technologies and proprietary plant ingredients, targeting both the biological and environmental signs of aging for men and women, along with classic and seasonal color collections for face, eyes and lips. Exclusive formulations reflect the global research, development and quality assurance conducted by a network of more than 900 scientists and directed by a board of scientific and academic advisors who work together to push the boundaries of beauty forward. Artistry™ products are sold through more than three million Amway Business Owners in more than 100 countries and territories worldwide. 

About Amway™
Amway is a $10.8 billion direct selling business based in Ada, Michigan, USA. Top-selling brands for Amway are Nutrilite™ vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements; Artistry™ skincare and color cosmetics; and eSpring™ water treatment systems – all sold exclusively by Amway Business Owners. Global sales in 2013 made Amway the #1 direct selling business in the world, according to the Direct Selling News 2014 Global 100. For company news, visit globalnews.amway.com.

[1] Source: Euromonitor International Limited, www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims.

 

Artistry™ Indigo Skies Eye Crayon in Sky Blue: crayons double as shadows or liners to shade, define and highlight eyes

 

Pale blue, rich indigo, shimmering beige – create looks from demure to dramatic with the Artistry™ Indigo Skies Eye Crayon Trio

 

Artistry Signature Color™ Lipstick in Coral Sunrise: rich color and infused with intense hydration

 

Amway.

 


Amway Expands Its BodyKey By Nutrilite™ Weight Management Program

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Amway Expands Its BodyKey By Nutrilite™ Weight Management Program


ADA, Mich., March 4, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Weight is a heavy topic for millions of Americans – an estimated 69 percent are overweight. Eating right and staying active are cornerstones of health and wellness – and top-of-mind for those who know that weight management is a lifestyle not a fad. Yet hectic schedules, limited convenient options and diet fatigue often make it difficult to make consistently good choices.

Experience the interactive Multimedia News Release here: http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7239459-amway-bodykey-by-nutrilite/

Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150303/179320

To meet the demands and desires of these on-the-go consumers, BodyKey by Nutrilite™ is launching today 19 new, on-trend products and a compelling new approach to weight management, BodyKey™ 4 Plan, which challenges women and men to make four better choices every day.

“Our choices influence our health and happiness,” notes Jackie Nickel, Amway’s Chief Marketing Officer for the Americas. “With these new products and plan, BodyKey™ engages consumers with not just more but better options for managing their weight, without asking them to compromise lifestyle or taste.”

Many of the new products contain natural key ingredients and are even gluten free.

19 Products, 4 Choices
Nutritious and delicious, new BodyKey™ products are the perfect catalyst for creating a weight management plan that conveniently fits any lifestyle, every day, all day:

BodyKey™ Replacement Shakes – Reformulated for improved taste and texture, each gluten-free shake contains 110 calories and is chock-full of fiber, 16 grams of protein, and 22 vitamins and minerals. Available in four flavors: French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Strawberry Cream and Cinnamon Swirl.

BodyKey™ Bars:

  • Meal Bars: Convenient nutrition for the on-the-go lifestyle, each gluten-free meal bar contains 17 vitamins and minerals. Available in four flavors: Caramel Cookie Dough, Mixed Berry Crisp, Chocolate Brownie and Caramel Peanut Butter.
  • High Protein and Fiber Bars: Gluten-free snack bars that fuel the body with the protein it needs to stay strong. Available in three flavors: Chocolate Raspberry, Triple Chocolate and Chocolate Coconut.
  • Wellness Bars: Gluten-free, non-GMO (genetically modified organisms) snack bars packed with wholesome, natural key ingredients. Available in five flavors: Nutty Dark Chocolate, Coconut Almond, Cranberry Almond, Dark Chocolate Cherry Cashew and Super Berry Nut.

BodyKey™ Snacks:

  • Mixed Nuts and Pumpkin Seeds: Portion-sized to provide an excellent source of protein and 3 grams of fiber.
  • Whole Grain Tortilla Chips: Gluten and trans-fat free, each single serving bag contains seven seeds and grains.
  • Oolong Green Tea: A naturally zero-calorie alternative to a high-calorie latte, this tasty traditional tea is organic.

The BodyKey™ 4 Plan empowers health-conscious consumers to commit to weight management by integrating two-to-three BodyKey™ products with a well-balanced dinner and exercise into their daily routines. Doing so sparks their success. Consider these four better choices as examples of how you might choose to incorporate the BodyKey™ 4 Plan into your day:

  1. Sipping BodyKey™ Oolong Green tea instead of a sugary latte.
  2. Reaching for a BodyKey™ bar instead of a bagel & cream cheese.
  3. Replacing one meal with a BodyKey™ shake.
  4. Taking a walk around the neighborhood, instead of sitting on the couch.

“The BodyKey™ 4 Plan was designed to fit into your personal lifestyle without taking over your life,” adds Nickel. “We know that making smarter choices is the key to managing your weight. Making a few small changes every day can have a profound effect on your health and wellness over time.”

All 19 new products are included in the BodyKey™ Better Choices Bundle or can be purchased individually through an Amway Independent Business Owner (IBO). Please visit Amway.com for more information or to locate an IBO.

About Nutrilite®
Nutrilite®, exclusively by Amway, is the world’s number one selling brand of vitamins and dietary supplements.* Backed by 80 years of science and research, the Nutrilite team has perfected a proprietary ‘seed to supplement’ practice to preserve quality and maximize the consistency, efficacy and safety of its products. Nutrilite® products are developed for personal daily nutrition, heart health, strong bones and weight management. The Nutrilite® brand is the only global vitamin and mineral brand to grow, harvest and process plants on its own certified organic farms, which are located in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.*

About Amway®
In 2014, Amway and its parent company had $10.8 billion in global revenue.  Amway is a direct selling business based in Ada, Michigan, USA. Top-selling brands for Amway are Nutrilite® vitamin, mineral and dietary supplements, Artistry® skincare and color cosmetics, and eSpring® water treatment systems – all sold exclusively by Amway Business Owners. Global sales in 2013 made Amway the #1 direct selling business in the world, according to the Direct Selling News 2014 Global 100. For company news, visit globalnews.amway.com.

*Source: Euromonitor International Limited, www.euromonitor.com/amway-claims.

Manage your weight with 4 better choices every day - BodyKey by Nutrilite(TM) Amway.com

 

Reformulated for improved taste and texture, the new BodyKey™ shakes are gluten-free.

 

BodyKey™ Replacement Shakes are available in four flavors: French Vanilla, Dutch Chocolate, Strawberry Cream and Cinnamon Swirl

 

Amway.

 


Labor Commissioner Cites Los Angeles Car Wash Businesses over $1.3 Million for Wage Theft

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Labor Commissioner Cites Los Angeles Car Wash Businesses over $1.3 Million for Wage Theft


LOS ANGELES, March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The California Labor Commissioner’s Office last week cited car wash businesses in the Los Angeles area more than $1.3 million for wage theft following a two-day enforcement activity.

The majority of the violations were found at 35 car wash businesses that failed to register with the Labor Commissioner’s Office, as required by law. The inspections uncovered numerous violations of state wage and hour laws affecting nearly 400 workers.

“These citations serve as a reminder that wage theft will not be tolerated. The Labor Commissioner’s office targets its enforcement efforts on employers who intentionally skirt the law,” said Christine Baker, Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), which oversees the Labor Commissioner’s Office.

The 35 unregistered car wash businesses reflect a significant drop in registration from 2013 to 2014.

“When car wash businesses fail to register, it is often an indicator of wage theft. We are also following up with some of the inspected car washes to conduct full wage audits,” said Labor Commissioner Julie A. Su. “We want to make sure car wash workers are paid what they are owed and that employers who follow the law know we are on their side.”

Violations cited included the failure to pay workers minimum wage and overtime, which resulted in $412,200 in penalties and $308,584 in liquidated damages. An additional 17 violations with citations totaling $218,000 were issued to employers who did not carry workers’ compensation insurance coverage.

The Labor Commissioner’s Office, formally known as the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, inspects workplaces for wage and hour violations, adjudicates wage claims, enforces prevailing wage rates and apprenticeship standards in public works projects, investigates retaliation and whistleblower complaints, issues licenses and registrations for businesses, and educates the public on labor laws. Updated information on California labor laws is available online.

The Wage Theft is a Crime public awareness campaign, launched last year by DIR and its Labor Commissioner’s Office, has helped inform workers of their rights. The campaign includes multilingual print and outdoor advertising as well as radio commercials on ethnic stations in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Hmong and Tagalog.

Employees with work-related questions or complaints may call the toll-free California Workers’ Information Line at (866) 924-9757 for recorded information in Spanish and English on a variety of work-related topics.

Members of the press may contact Erika Monterroza at (510) 286-1164 or Peter Melton at (510) 286-7046 for interview requests or for more information.

The California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), 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 non-media inquiries, contact DIR’s Communications Call Center at 1-844-LABOR-DIR (1-844-522-6734) for help in locating the appropriate division or program in our department.

 

 

 


Diverse Lineup of Light Trucks and Sub-Compacts Leads American Honda February 2015 Sales Increase

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The 2015 Honda Fit Sets a New February Sales Record





Diverse Lineup of Light Trucks and Sub-Compacts Leads American Honda February 2015 Sales Increase

– Acura trucks set new February benchmark, with a 12.5 percent gain on sales of 8,415

– Honda Fit sets new February record, rising 81 percent on sales of 5,652 units

– Honda Pilot has February to remember, with sales up 82.7 percent


TORRANCE, California, March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported February Honda and Acura vehicle sales of 105,466 units, an increase of 5.0 percent versus February 2014. Sales of Acura light trucks set a new February record, rising 12.5 percent on sales of 8,415 vehicles. The Honda Division sold 92,474 vehicles in February—an increase of 4.1 percent for the month. The Acura brand posted sales of 12,992 units in February, rising 12.5 percent over the same period last year.

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Honda
Honda’s remarkable Fit subcompact set another monthly record in February, posting an 81 percent increase over year ago totals. The Pilot again showed considerable sales strength, creating strong momentum as the company prepares for the arrival of the all-new 2016 Pilot this summer. Sales of the best-selling CR-V also rose in February, gaining 7.4 percent vs. the same period last year. Pilot and CR-V pushed Honda light trucks to a total increase of 12.6 percent for the month.

  • Honda Fit easily smashed its previous February record, rising 81 percent on sales of 5,652.
  • Sales of the best-selling Honda CR-V totaled 22,298 units, up 7.4 percent for the month.
  • The Honda Pilot posted one of its best months in the last year with sales up 82.7 percent on sales of 12,629 vehicles.
  • Overall Honda truck sales totaled 43,782 for a gain of 12.6 percent in February.

“Strong February sales of both the sub-compact Fit and our 8-passenger Pilot SUV demonstrate the power of the Honda brand with individual buyers,” said Jeff Conrad, Honda division senior vice president and general manager. “Honda is delivering incredible value throughout our product lineup that is resonating with our customers.”

Acura
Acura trucks continue to light up the sales charts with RDX setting a new February best just ahead of the launch of the refreshed 2016 model. MDX also sold at near record levels during a transition month as the 2016 model became available at Acura dealers in early February. Combined, the RDX and MDX gave Acura trucks a new February sales record.

TLX sales remain strong, taking important share in the super-competitive mid-luxury sedan segment and spurring overall Acura car sales to 4,577 in February, an increase of 12.7 percent.
And the significantly revised 2016 ILX went on sale mid-month, adding new power to a strengthening Acura sedan lineup.

  • RDX captured yet another monthly sales record with 3,862 units sold in February, up 32.7 percent for the month.
  • MDX maintained a strong pace as America’s 3-row luxury SUV sales leader easily surpassed 4,500 units again.
  • RDX and MDX combined for a February record of 8,415 Acura trucks sold in February, an increase of 12.5 percent for the month.

“While bone-chilling winter weather takes its toll on much of the country, Acura sales continue to reflect a strong warming trend,” said Mike Accavitti, Acura division senior vice president and general manager. “Our MDX and RDX luxury SUVs remain red hot—with refreshed 2016 models only adding fuel to the fire. And the substantially upgraded 2016 ILX sport sedan now in showrooms nationwide will burn brighter than ever.”

American Honda Vehicle Sales for February 2015

Month-to-Date

Year-to-Date

February 2015

February 2014

DSR** % Change

MoM % Change

February 2015

February 2014

DSR** % Change

YoY % Change

American Honda Total

105,466

100,405

5.0%

5.0%

207,650

192,036

6.0%

8.1%

Total Car Sales

53,269

54,038

-1.4%

-1.4%

103,284

104,010

-2.7%

-0.7%

Total Truck Sales

52,197

46,367

12.6%

12.6%

104,366

88,026

16.2%

18.6%

Honda

Total Car Sales

48,692

49,975

-2.6%

-2.6%

94,623

96,109

-3.5%

-1.5%

Honda

Total Truck Sales

43,782

38,885

12.6%

12.6%

88,053

73,559

17.3%

19.7%

Acura

Total Car Sales

4,577

4,063

12.7%

12.7%

8,661

7,901

7.4%

9.6%

Acura

Total Truck Sales

8,415

7,482

12.5%

12.5%

16,313

14,467

10.5%

12.8%

Total Domestic Car Sales

52,687

48,948

7.6%

7.6%

102,064

93,873

6.6%

8.7%

Honda Division

48,287

46,167

4.6%

4.6%

93,762

88,567

3.7%

5.9%

Acura Division

4,400

2,781

58.2%

58.2%

8,302

5,306

53.3%

56.5%

Total Domestic Truck Sales

52,197

46,367

12.6%

12.6%

104,366

88,026

16.2%

18.6%

Honda Division

43,782

38,885

12.6%

12.6%

88,053

73,559

17.3%

19.7%

Acura Division

8,415

7,482

12.5%

12.5%

16,313

14,467

10.5%

12.8%

Total Import Car Sales

582

5,090

-88.6%

-88.6%

1,220

10,137

-88.2%

-88.0%

Honda Division

405

3,808

-89.4%

-89.4%

861

7,542

-88.8%

-88.6%

Acura Division

177

1,282

-86.2%

-86.2%

359

2,595

-86.4%

-86.2%

Total Import Truck Sales

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

Honda Division

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

Acura Division

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION

Honda Division Total

92,474

88,860

4.1%

4.1%

182,676

169,668

5.5%

7.7%

* ACCORD

21,616

24,622

-12.2%

-12.2%

42,627

45,226

-7.6%

-5.7%

* CIVIC

21,038

21,575

-2.5%

-2.5%

39,737

43,399

-10.3%

-8.4%

CR-Z

175

318

-45.0%

-45.0%

371

585

-37.8%

-36.6%

* FIT

5,652

3,121

81.1%

81.1%

11,454

6,243

79.8%

83.5%

INSIGHT

211

339

-37.8%

-37.8%

434

656

-35.2%

-33.8%

CROSSTOUR

643

1,125

-42.8%

-42.8%

1,304

2,301

-44.5%

-43.3%

* CR-V

22,298

20,759

7.4%

7.4%

45,509

38,991

14.4%

16.7%

ODYSSEY

8,076

8,945

-9.7%

-9.7%

15,946

16,824

-7.1%

-5.2%

PILOT

12,629

6,913

82.7%

82.7%

24,944

13,137

86.1%

89.9%

RIDGELINE

136

1,143

-88.1%

-88.1%

350

2,306

-85.1%

-84.8%

***

Memo: Accord FHEV

832

910

-8.6%

-8.6%

1,637

1,435

11.8%

14.1%

Memo: Accord PHEV

12

24

-50.0%

-50.0%

40

51

-23.1%

-21.6%

Memo: Civic Hybrid

358

443

-19.2%

-19.2%

678

882

-24.7%

-23.1%

Memo: Fit EV

0

33

-100.0%

-100.0%

0

63

-100.0%

-100.0%

Acura Division Total

12,992

11,545

12.5%

12.5%

24,974

22,368

9.4%

11.7%

ILX

959

1,301

-26.3%

-26.3%

1,951

2,458

-22.2%

-20.6%

RLX / RL

173

371

-53.4%

-53.4%

349

791

-56.8%

-55.9%

TL

22

1,480

-98.5%

-98.5%

40

2,848

-98.6%

-98.6%

TLX

3,419

0

0.0%

0.0%

6,311

0

0.0%

0.0%

TSX

4

911

-99.6%

-99.6%

10

1,804

-99.5%

-99.4%

MDX

4,553

4,563

-0.2%

-0.2%

8,934

8,804

-0.6%

1.5%

RDX

3,862

2,911

32.7%

32.7%

7,379

5,641

28.2%

30.8%

ZDX

0

8

-100.0%

-100.0%

0

22

-100.0%

-100.0%

***

Memo: ILX Hybrid

5

42

-88.1%

-88.1%

8

69

-88.6%

-88.4%

Memo: RLX Hybrid

21

0

0.0%

0.0%

35

0

0.0%

0.0%

Memo: TSX Wagon

1

103

-99.0%

-99.0%

1

200

-99.5%

-99.5%

Selling Days

24

24

50

49

**** Hybrid

1,614

2,076

-22.3%

-22.3%

3,203

3,678

-14.7%

-12.9%

* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts

** Daily Selling Rate

*** Memo line items are included in the respective model total

**** Hybrid includes FHEV, PHEV, CR-Z, Civic Hybrid, Insight, ILX Hybrid, RLX Hybrid and RLX Sport Hybrid


Diversity in Technology and Media a Key Focus of Horowitz Research’s Cultural Insights Forum on March 25 in NYC

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Diversity in Technology and Media a Key Focus of Horowitz Research’s Cultural Insights Forum on March 25 in NYC


NEW YORK, March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Understanding the relationship between America’s diversity and new technology in today’s expanding media ecosystem is a core focus of Horowitz Research’s 15th Annual Cultural Insights Forum, which will be held on March 25 at the Edison Ballroom in New York City. The Forum is a pioneering research- and insights-driven event recognizing multicultural consumers’ value for and influence on the media, entertainment, and technology industries. This year’s closing sessions will address equal access to broadband and digital services, diversity in the workplace and minority ownership in media and tech, and how new technologies will impact media consumption, particularly among early-adopting multicultural audiences.

Clayton Banks, Co-Founder of Silicon Harlem, a venture to transform Harlem into a hub of technology and innovation, will kick off the technology track with a Broadband Civil Rights mandate. Banks’ presentation will provide areas of focus for the media and tech industries to ensure broadband and digital equality across all consumers.

Following Banks’ presentation, Kedma Brown, VP, Director of Integrated Production and Head of Diversity, Saatchi & Saatchi; Monica Diaz, VP, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellness, ESPN; and Richard Gay, EVP, Strategy and Operations, Viacom Music Group; will share the stage for a high-level discussion about why closing the diversity gap in media and technology is a top priority and what the industry can do to move this goal forward. This session, sponsored by the Digital Diversity Network, will be moderated by Nicole Aguirre, CEO of Worn, a digital agency specializing in content, design, and production.

To close out the day, Rob Stoddard, SVP, Communications and Public Affairs for the NCTA will moderate “The Next Wave: The Growing Intersection of Media, Technology and Our Everyday Lives,” featuring expert panelists Zenita Henderson, Senior Manager, Global Marketing, ARRIS; Anthony Iaffaldano, VP, Marketing, Undertone; Shruti Jain, Senior Analyst, Service Provider Marketing, Cisco; John Lim, CEO, Life in Mobile; and Jim Spare, President & COO, Interlude. This panel will examine how new technologies, like 4K TVs, virtual reality, and interactive video, are shaping the way companies approach advertising, content, mobile strategy, and interactivity.

Additional panels and sessions will cover:

  • New research on the multicultural, multiplatform Millennial;
  • Perspectives from traditional and new networks and distributors on how OTT is changing distribution deals, consumer expectations, and business opportunities;
  • Best practices and success stories for reaching and engaging America’s diverse audiences through programming, marketing, and new media;
  • Advertising and marketing case studies highlighting multicultural best practices.

This year’s event is made possible by sponsors ESPN, ESPN Deportes, Comcast, TV5MONDE, NUVO TV + FUSE, TV One, and Cine Sony Television. Sponsorship opportunities are still available.

All attendees will be eligible for a raffle for a trip for two to Paris, courtesy of French Broadcaster TV5MONDE.

For more information about the Forum and to register: www.culturalinsightsforum.com or contact Stephanie Wong: (914) 834-5999, [email protected].

Contact: Liz O’Donnell
[email protected]

 


GRAMMY Award Winner Kelly Clarkson Announces 2015 PIECE BY PIECE TOUR

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GRAMMY Award Winner Kelly Clarkson Announces 2015 PIECE BY PIECE TOUR

– Sixth Studio Album, Piece By Piece, Available Today –

– Special Guests Pentatonix
and Eric Hutchinson to Join the Tour –

– Tickets On Sale Starting March 14 at LiveNation.com –


NEW YORK, March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Earlier today on Good Morning America, global superstar and GRAMMY® Award winner Kelly Clarkson announced her 2015 PIECE BY PIECE TOUR. The 36-city tour, promoted exclusively by Live Nation, will start on July 11 in Hershey, Pennsylvania and culminate on Sept. 20 in Camden, New Jersey. Joining Kelly on the tour will be recent GRAMMY® winners Pentatonix and singer-songwriter Eric Hutchinson. Kelly will be touring in support of her sixth studio album, Piece By Piece, which is available in stores and digitally today.

Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20150303/179127

Fans will be able to access special pre-sales by being members of Kelly’s free online fan club, Kellebrities. To sign up and get more details, visit www.KellyClarkson.com.  Citi® cardmembers will have access to pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, March 10 at 10:00 a.m. local time through Citi’s Private Pass® Program. For complete pre-sale details, visit www.citiprivatepass.com. Tickets for the general public go on sale starting Saturday, March 14. For more information on the tour and specific on-sale dates, please visit www.KellyClarkson.com or www.LiveNation.com.  Join the 2015 PIECE BY PIECE TOUR conversation at #PieceByPieceTour.

Kelly kicked off her U.S. promotion on Sunday with a profile on CBS Sunday Morning, followed by a performance and skit on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon last night. Critics have been raving about Piece By Piece, TIME saying it’s, “a record that’s loaded with slick power-pop and uplifting empowerment anthems,” while Billboard states, “Clarkson doubles down on songs that put her skyscraping voice first. And it sounds better than ever.” Kelly can also be seen on the cover of this week’s People Magazine.

Kelly Clarkson 2015 PIECE BY PIECE TOUR Dates

All dates, venues and cities below subject to change.

Date

City

Venue

On-Sale Date

Sat July 11

Hershey, PA

Hersheypark Stadium

Sat March 14

Sun July 12

Mansfield, MA

Xfinity Center

Sat March 21

Tue July 14

Holmdel, NJ

PNC Bank Arts Center

Sat March 21

Thu July 16

New York, NY

Radio City Music Hall

Sat March 21

Fri July 17

New York, NY

Radio City Music Hall

Sat March 21

Sun July 19

Pittsburgh, PA

First Niagara Pavilion

Sat March 14

Tue July 21

Darien Center, NY

Darien Lake Performing Arts Center

Sat March 14

Thu July 23

Uncasville, CT

Mohegan Sun Arena

Sat March 21

Sat July 25

Toronto, ON

Molson Canadian Amphitheatre

Sat March 21

Sun July 26

Clarkston, MI

DTE Energy Music Theatre

Sat March 14

Tue July 28

Cincinnati, OH

Riverbend Music Center

Sat March 14

Thu July 30

Indianapolis, IN

Klipsch Music Center

Sat March 14

Sat Aug. 1

Rosemont, IL

Allstate Arena

Sat March 21

Sun Aug. 2

St Louis, MO

Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

Sat March 14

Tue Aug. 4

St Paul, MN

Xcel Energy Center

Sat March 21

Thu Aug. 6

Denver, CO

Pepsi Center

Sat March 14

Sat Aug. 8

Salt Lake City, UT

USANA Amphitheatre

Sat March 14

Mon Aug. 10

Portland, OR

Moda Center

Sat March 14

Wed Aug. 12

Seattle, WA

KeyArena

Sat March 14

Sat Aug. 15

Las Vegas, NV

Mandalay Bay Events Center

Sat March 28

Sun Aug. 16

San Diego, CA

Viejas Arena

Sat March 14

Wed Aug. 19

Los Angeles, CA

Staples Center

Sat March 28

Fri Aug. 21

Wheatland, CA

Toyota Amphitheatre

Sat March 21

Sun Aug. 23

Mountain View, CA

Shoreline Amphitheatre

Sat March 21

Tue Aug. 25

Phoenix, AZ

Ak-Chin Pavilion

Sat March 14

Thu Aug. 27

Albuquerque, NM

Isleta Amphitheater

Sat March 14

Sat Aug. 29

Austin, TX

Austin360 Amphitheater

Sat March 14

Sun Aug. 30

Dallas, TX

Gexa Energy Pavilion

Sat March 14

Tue Sept. 1

Houston, TX

Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

Sat March 14

Thu Sept. 3

Little Rock, AR

Verizon Arena

Sat March 14

Sat Sept. 5

Nashville, TN

Bridgestone Arena

Sat March 14

Thu Sept. 10

Atlanta, GA

Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood

Sat March 21

Sat Sept. 12

Vienna, VA

Wolf Trap National Park For The Performing Arts

Sat March 21

Sun Sept. 13

Vienna, VA

Wolf Trap National Park For The Performing Arts

Sat March 21

Tue Sept. 15

Tampa, FL

MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

Sat March 14

Thu Sept. 17

West Palm Beach, FL

Coral Sky Amphitheatre

Sat March 21

Sat Sept. 19

Raleigh, NC

Walnut Creek Amphitheatre

Sat March 14

Sun Sept. 20

Camden, NJ

Susquehanna Bank Center

Sat March 21

GRAMMY® Award-winner Kelly Clarkson has released six studio albums (Thankful, Breakaway, My December, All I Ever Wanted, Stronger, Piece By Piece), one Greatest Hits album, one Holiday album; has sold over 20 million albums worldwide; and has had 10 singles in the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart. She is the recipient of three GRAMMY® Awards, four American Music Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards, two Academy of Country Music Awards, and one CMA Award. Clarkson’s last studio effort Stronger was certified platinum, won the Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album and produced the smash singles, “Mr. Know It All” and “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You),” which marks Kelly’s 9th and 10th Top 10 hits. “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” was #1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Chart for two consecutive weeks (three weeks total) marking her third #1 on the Hot 100 Chart.  In 2013, Kelly released her very first Christmas album Wrapped In Red, which is certified platinum and debuted at #3 marking the biggest holiday album debut for a female since 2010.

GRAMMY® Award-winners and platinum selling recording artists Pentatonix consists of vocalists Scott Hoying, Kirstin Maldonado and Mitch Grassi, vocal bass Avi Kaplan and beatboxer Kevin “K.O.” Olusola.  Since bursting onto the scene in 2011, the group has sold more than 2 million albums in the U.S. alone and amassed over 860 million views on their YouTube channel with more than 7.7 million subscribers. Their latest holiday album – That’s Christmas To Me – sold more than 1.1 million copies in the U. S., becoming one of only four acts to release a platinum album in 2014. In February 2015, the group received their first GRAMMY® Award for Best Arrangement, Instrumental and A Cappella for their “Daft Punk” medley. The group is currently on the North American leg of their “On My Way Home” tour which has already sold out of all of its 100,000 tickets. This spring, Pentatonix will make their film debut in Pitch Perfect 2.

Eric Hutchinson made his full-length debut in 2007 with the independently released Sounds Like This, which entered Billboard’s Heatseekers chart at No. 1 and yielded three radio hits, including the Gold-certified “Rock & Roll.” 2012’s Moving Up Living Down bowed in the Top 30 of the Billboard 200 and Pure Fiction, his latest album, debuted in the Top 10 on iTunes’ overall albums chart. A late night TV favorite, Hutchinson has appeared on Conan, The Late Show with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. Esquire.com said, “He’s got chops… and his sunny lyrics reveal a wry double edge” and Idolator.com called Hutchinson’s music “inescapably catchy.” Pure Fiction – which was produced by Jerrod Bettis (Adele) and Aben Eubanks (Kelly Clarkson) – includes the single “A Little More,” which was tapped by Netflix for a worldwide advertising campaign.

For more information, please visit:
Official Website: www.kellyclarkson.com
Twitter: @kelly_clarkson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kellyclarkson
YouTube: http://smarturl.it/HBSpv
Listen to Piece By Piece on Spotify: http://smarturl.it/PxPSpotify?IQid=pressrelease
Purchase Piece By Piece (iTunes): http://smarturl.it/PxPiT?IQid=pressrelease  
For Photos & More: http://www.rcarecordspress.com/artist/kelly-clarkson


Kia Motors America’s February Sales Up 6.8 Percent

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Kia Motors America’s February Sales Up 6.8 Percent


Sedona Sales Up Five Times Over Same Period Last Year;
Annual Sales Up 5.2 Percent


IRVINE, Calif., March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Kia Motors America (KMA) today reported February sales of 44,030 vehicles, up 6.8 percent over the same period last year. Kia’s strong start in 2015 continues to be led by the U.S.-built* Optima midsize sedan, iconic Soul, and the all-new 2016 Sorento – which is now in showrooms nationwide – with 11,584, 9,965 and 8,518 units sold, respectively.

“Despite the difficult weather in some parts of the country, key indicators signal the continued improvement of the U.S. economy, which is driving more customers to our showrooms to experience world-class Kia products, including the Sportage, which recently was recognized in the J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study as the leader in the Small SUV category,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president, sales & marketing, KMA.  “The Kia ownership experience continues to evolve and with products like the completely redesigned Sorento and Sedona now in dealer showrooms across the country, consumers are drawn to one of the youngest and best-looking lineups in the business.”

About Kia Motors America
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea, and in 2014 was the #1 ranked mainstream brand according to Strategic Vision’s Total Quality Index.  KMA proudly serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and LPGA and set an all-time annual sales record in 2014, surpassing the 500,000 unit mark for the third consecutive year. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles, including the rear-drive K9001 flagship sedan, Cadenza premium sedan, Sorento CUV, Soul urban passenger vehicle, Soul Electric Vehicle2, Sportage compact CUV, Optima midsize sedan, Optima Hybrid, the Forte compact sedan, Forte5 and Forte Koup, Rio and Rio 5-door subcompacts and the Sedona midsize multi-purpose vehicle, through a network of more than 765 dealers across the United States.  Kia’s U.S. manufacturing plant in West Point, Georgia, builds the Optima* and Sorento* and is responsible for the creation of more than 14,000 plant and supplier jobs.

* The Sorento and Optima GDI (EX, SX & Limited and certain LX Trims only) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

Information about KMA and its full vehicle line-up is available at www.kia.com. For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com.  To receive custom email notifications for press releases the moment they are published, subscribe at www.kiamedia.com/us/en/newsalert.

MONTH OF FEBRUARY

YEAR-TO-DATE

Model

2015

2014

2015

2014

Rio

1,943

2,833

3,515

5,995

Forte

5,549

5,513

11,971

10,237

Optima

11,584

11,226

20,978

21,205

Cadenza

640

700

1,023

1,627

K900

62

—

181

—

Sportage

3,407

2,669

6,461

5,256

Sorento

8,518

7,237

16,061

14,335

Sedona

2,362

456

4,032

898

Soul

9,965

10,584

18,107

18,676

Total

44,030

41,218

82,329

78,229

 

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1 2015 K900 V8 available in select trims and in select markets with limited availability.

2 2015 Soul EV in select markets with limited availability.

 


Milk Life’s Strength Ambassadors, Including Cristian De La Fuente And Giorgio Rapicavoli, Help Kick-off The Somos Fuertes Campaign With A Rally And Donation To Miami YMCA

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Milk Life’s Strength Ambassadors, Including Cristian De La Fuente And Giorgio Rapicavoli, Help Kick-off The Somos Fuertes Campaign With A Rally And Donation To Miami YMCA


Latinos everywhere can enter to be our next Strength Ambassador at FuertesconLeche.com and have a chance to win free milk for a year and other prizes


MIAMI, March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The milk life Somos Fuertes campaign is rallying Hispanics across the country and encouraging families everywhere to show us ‘why they need strength’ via our Somos Fuertes contest on www.FuertesconLeche.com.  The campaign is also donating $5,000 to the Miami YMCA to help facilitate strength within the Hispanic community. On our search to find our strength ambassadors, milk life Lo Que Nos Hace Fuertes, has united Chilean actor, pilot and father, Cristian de la Fuente, Chopped winner and Owner/Chef at Eating House Miami, Giorgio Rapicavoli, and musician, writer and father, Jorge Narvaez among others to rally Hispanics to live strong with milk this year at a rally at the Miami YMCA. The milk advocates will share their stories on how milk, with its 9 essential nutrients including high-quality protein, helps give them the strength they need for their daily activities and YOU can be the next strength ambassador!

Experience the interactive Multimedia News Release here: http://www.multivu.com/players/Spanish/7441751-milk-life-campana-somos-fuertes

As part of the Somos Fuertes program, the milk life Lo Que Nos Hace Fuertes campaign is partnering with a YMCA affiliate school in Miami and donating $5,000 to help Hispanic families lead strong lives with milk. This program, designed to remind Hispanic families about the importance of starting their active days strong with a nutritious breakfast that includes milk, also will provide nearly 150 members with a fun-filled day of active play and a nutritious meal including milk.

Consumers everywhere can join in the rally and enter the contest by sharing images with a caption directly on www.FuertesconLeche.com or uploading video and images with a caption using the #fuertesconleche hashtag on Twitter and Instagram for a chance to win free milk for a year! The lucky grand prize winner will be featured in Siempre Mujer Magazine and Ser Padres Magazine, as well as win free milk for a year and a free membership to their local YMCA to participate in the activities that help make them strong.  Finalists will be announced in May and prizes will be drawn in July. 

“My daughter and I always start our day with an ice cold glass of milk with breakfast.  With its protein and other nutrients, milk gives me strength I need to help me conquer my active morning and prepare for my acting roles,” said de la Fuente. He added “Everyone needs strength to accomplish their goals and we want to hear all your stories on why you need the strength milk helps give you!”

For more information, please visit www.FuertesconLeche.com. There, you’ll find Somos Fuertes contest information and rules in addition to videos from our strength ambassadors, recipes, tips, and much more on the importance of starting each and every day with a nutritious breakfast that includes milk for a good source of high quality protein.   

About the Milk Life campaign

The Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP), Washington, D.C., is funded by the nation’s milk companies, who are committed to increasing fluid milk consumption. The MilkPEP Board runs the Milk Life campaign, a multi-faceted campaign designed to educate consumers about the powerful nutritional benefits of milk – with 9 essential nutrients, including high-quality protein, in each 8 ounce glass. For more information, go to www.MilkLife.com. Lowe Campbell Ewald is creative agency for the Milk Life campaign – from America’s milk companies. Commonground/MGS is the agency for the Milk Life Lo Que Nos Hace Fuertes campaign.

CONTACT: Janessi Trillas    
786.433.4098    
[email protected]

 


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