Aflac Named to LATINA Style’s List of 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work

August 29, 2014

Aflac Named to LATINA Style’s List of 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work

2014 Marks Voluntary Insurance Leader’s Eighth Consecutive Year on Prestigious List

COLUMBUS, Ga., Aug. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Aflac, the leading provider of voluntary insurance in the United States, today announced that the company has been named to LATINA Style Magazine’s 2014 list of 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work. It is the 15^th time and 8^th consecutive year that Aflac has been named to this prestigious list. According to a letter addressed to Aflac from LATINA Style President and CEO Robert E. Bard, more than 800 corporations were considered in compiling the list.

“Aflac is pleased to receive LATINA Style’s recognition for the 15^th time, as it validates our long term commitment to diversity,” Aflac Chairman and CEO Dan Amos said. “Successful companies like Aflac understand that in a market as diverse as the United States, employing a workforce that represents a variety of perspectives is essential for maximizing our business. It is also the right thing to do.”

Much of Aflac’s submission for review by LATINA Style’s judges focused on the company’s LaRED program, which is a proactive and innovative networking organization created by Aflac for members of its sales force who are dedicated to working with the ever-growing Hispanic market. Through the network, members are provided opportunities to reach Hispanic business owners and recruits through sponsorship of Hispanic events and conferences in their local market. In addition, Aflac conducted a digital campaign to recruit in heavily concentrated Hispanic markets to help further diversify its sales team.

The Latina Style 50 Companies will be honored during LATINA Style’s Award Ceremony and Diversity Leaders Conference in Washington D.C. on February 5, 2015. Aflac, along with other designees, is featured in the August 2014 edition of LATINA Style.

About Aflac
When a policyholder gets sick or hurt, Aflac pays cash benefits fast. For nearly six decades, Aflac insurance policies have given policyholders the opportunity to focus on recovery, not financial stress. In the United States, Aflac is the leading provider of voluntary insurance at the worksite. In Japan, Aflac is the number one life insurance company in terms of individual policies in force. Aflac individual and group insurance products help provide protection to more than 50 million people worldwide. For eight consecutive years, Aflac has been recognized by Ethisphere magazine as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. In 2014, FORTUNE magazine recognized Aflac as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America for the 16th consecutive year. Also, in 2014, FORTUNE magazine included Aflac on its list of Most Admired Companies for the 13th time, ranking the company number one in the life and health insurance category. Aflac Incorporated is a Fortune 500 company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AFL. To find out more about Aflac, visit aflac.com or espanol.aflac.com.

Aflac herein means American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus and American Family Life Assurance Company of New York.

Media contact – Jon Sullivan, 706.763.4813 or [email protected]

Analyst and investor contact – Robin Y. Wilkey, 706.596.3264 or 800.235.2667, FAX: 706.324.6330, or [email protected].

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Telecoms Operators in Central America and the Caribbean Now Have Their Very Own CEM Event!

August 28, 2014

Telecoms Operators in Central America and the Caribbean Now Have Their Very Own CEM Event!

LONDON, Aug. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — If words such as ‘Customer Experience’, ‘ Customer Journey’, ‘CEM’, ‘CRM’ and ‘silos’ are in your day to day vocabulary, you are strongly advised to keep an eye on this event: Customer Experience Management in Telecoms Central America Summit – the event is taking place in Mexico, D.F from 2nd – 4th December 2014.

Hot off the back of its South American launch in May this year, Telecoms IQ is pleased to announce that the acclaimed & unique CEM in Telecoms Summit series is now crossing the continent and arrives to Mexico City this December.

The CEM in Telecoms Central America Summit will bring together senior experts from leading operators across Central America and the Caribbean to discuss how to reduce costs across businesses by engaging with customers via self-serve channels and social media, and proactively identifying and resolving network problems timely.

A true spectrum of seasoned industry experts will be attending the CEM in Telecoms Central America Summit. The event has assembled a world-class speaker line-up that includes the likes of Nextel Mexico, Tuenti, Porsche, Cablecom, Aeromexico, Telmex, Digicel, DirectTV Panamerica and many others.

The event agenda is available to download here or a copy could be requested via email at [email protected]

The Customer Experience Management in Telecoms Central America Summit takes place in December 2nd-4th, 2014 in Mexico City. Find the program, event details and registration information about the forum on http://www.cemcentralamerica.com, +44(0)207-036-1300 or email [email protected]

Media contact: Veronica Araujo, +44(0)20-7368-9748, [email protected] or visit http://www.cemcentralamerica.com

Press are invited to attend this important industry forum, if you would like to a complimentary press pass please email Veronica Araujo [email protected]

Task Force Targets California Construction Sites that Commit Wage Theft, Put Workers at Risk

August 28, 2014

Task Force Targets California Construction Sites that Commit Wage Theft, Put Workers at Risk

81 citations, 4 work stop-orders issued as part of Operation Underground

OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Labor Enforcement Task Force (LETF), a multi-agency team of inspectors, yesterday participated in Operation Underground, a statewide enforcement action at construction worksites throughout California. Ten investigators from Cal/OSHA and the California Labor Commissioner’s offices were deployed in Los Angeles, the Silicon Valley, Fresno and the Inland Empire.

The enforcement effort is focused on curbing practices common in the underground economy that harm legitimate businesses and workers, including wage theft, tax evasion and fraud.

As a result of inspections, 81 citations with penalties of over $135,000 were issued for various labor law and workplace safety violations, including four work stop-orders for failure to maintain workers’ compensation coverage in Fresno, Chino Hills and Uplands. Inspectors found serious safety hazards such as:

saws without safety guards
scaffolding, stairways, and an open skylight on a roof with no guard rails

Inspectors also found wage theft violations including:

wage theft violations for inadequate workers’ compensation coverage,
failure to pay overtime
failure to provide pay stubs

Not only do these practices provide a competitive edge over compliant establishments, they also compromise the well-being of employees and increase taxpayer burden.

“These citations serve as a reminder that underground employers who commit wage theft and intentionally put their workers at risk will not be tolerated,” said Christine Baker, Director of the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), which administers LETF, and oversees both Cal/OSHA and the California Labor Commissioner’s offices. “LETF focused its resources on construction businesses yesterday due to the inherent danger and potential for labor violations.”

The Labor Enforcement Task Force was formed in January 2012 to combat all industries that operate in the underground economy. The goal of LETF is to ensure safe working conditions, proper payment of wages, and create an environment where legitimate businesses can thrive as well as support the collection of taxes, fees and penalties due to the State of California.

The Labor and Workforce Development Agency, the first cabinet-level agency coordinating workforce programs, oversees both LETF, led by DIR, and the Joint Enforcement Strike Force (JESF), headed by the Employment Development Department. LETF and JESF both participated in today’s enforcement efforts, which were coordinated by the California Department of Insurance.

Additional information on the underground economy, the Labor Enforcement Task Force and DIR is posted online and on DIR’s Facebook and Twitter pages. California workers and employers can contact the task force hotline at 855-297-5322 to report documented complaints and enforcement tips.

For media inquiries, contact Erika Monterroza at (510) 286-1164 or Peter Melton at (510) 286-7046.

Sunshine Health Offers Comprehensive Medicaid, Long-Term Care, And Child Welfare Services Across Florida

August 28, 2014

Sunshine Health Offers Comprehensive Medicaid, Long-Term Care, And Child Welfare Services Across Florida

SUNRISE, Florida, Aug. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sunshine Health, a subsidiary of Centene Corporation, completed the final stages of implementation of the Managed Medical Assistance (MMA) program in 9 of 11 regions and the Child Welfare (Foster Care) program statewide on August 1^st. Additionally, Sunshine Health’s Long-Term Care (LTC) program celebrates its first anniversary. LTC implementation began a year ago and was complete on March 1^st for the 10 regions in Florida served by Sunshine Health.

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“Sunshine Health spent more than two years preparing for this exciting opportunity, focusing on a smooth implementation process and providing a seamless transition for members without disruption to their existing healthcare services,” said Chris Paterson, CEO, Sunshine Health. “We are pleased to be a part of the successful Medicaid and Long-Term Care programs.”

Today, Sunshine Health is the largest Long-Term Care plan in the Florida, providing services for more than 30,000 nursing home and home and community based members. Sunshine Health is also the only health plan providing Child Welfare services statewide and is serving nearly 400,000 Medicaid members under the Managed Medical Assistance program.

“Sunshine Health provides a comprehensive health plan offering, Medicaid and Long-Term Care coverage under one Plan, across more regions of the State than any other managed care company in Florida. We are especially excited about the opportunity for Floridians to receive richer benefits with the state’s transition to managed care,” said Paterson. “As a result of the vision of the state and its leadership, members should experience better health outcomes statewide.”

About Sunshine Health

Sunshine Health is a Medicaid managed care health plan that has served Florida members since 2009. As one of the largest medical benefit administrators, offering coordinated care and a network of support, we are committed to improving the health of the community, one person at a time. Sunshine Health is a wholly owned subsidiary of Centene Corporation, a leading multi-line healthcare enterprise offering both core Medicaid and specialty services. For more information about Sunshine Health, please visit us on the Web at www.sunshinehealth.com.

Recent Report Highlights Need For Greater Focus On Preparedness Planning For Households

August 28, 2014

Recent Report Highlights Need For Greater Focus On Preparedness Planning For Households

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) And Ad Council Release New PSAs As Part Of The National Ready Campaign To Encourage Families To Create A Plan

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Fifty percent of Americans have not discussed or developed an emergency plan for family members about where to go and what to do in the event of a local disaster, according to a 2014 national survey conducted by the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). FEMA and the Ad Council launched a new series of public service advertisements (PSAs) today as an extension of their national Ready campaign to encourage parents to develop an emergency preparedness plan. The new PSAs are unveiled in time for the 11^th annual National Preparedness Month (NPM), which begins on September 1.

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“The first step to preparing for disasters is simple and it’s free – talk to your family and make a plan,” said FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate. “Do you know how you’ll reunite and communicate with your family during an emergency? Through our continued partnership with the Ad Council, this year’s campaign illustrates how making a plan can keep families together and safe during a disaster.”

Created pro bono by New York-based advertising agency Deutsch Inc., the new creative includes English and Spanish-language TV, radio, outdoor, print and digital PSAs which depict the aftermath of a disaster and show two families; one family who have all found each other safely at a shelter they earlier designated as their meeting place, and one set of parents who are frantically searching for their son. Through these PSAs, families are faced with the harsh reality of what can happen when you don’t have an emergency plan in place before a disaster or emergency strikes. The PSAs direct audiences to know where to find their families when a disaster strikes, and to start their emergency plans at Ready.gov and www.Listo.gov, extensive resources for preparing for emergencies.

“Our Ready campaign with FEMA exemplifies the power of advertising in influencing both awareness and behavior change. While we have significantly increased the numbers of families who have taken key steps to be more prepared, there are still too many who do not have a plan in place,” said Peggy Conlon, president and CEO of the Ad Council. “These conversations about what to bring and where to go are integral and can impact your family’s safety in the event of an emergency or disaster.”

Since the launch of the campaign in 2003, the campaign has received more than $1 billion in donated media. The campaign has also helped to generate over 71 million unique visitors to Ready.gov.

“We are excited to continue our work with the Ad Council and FEMA to create conversations and encourage people to have a plan in place in case of an emergency. This year’s campaign will elicit heart-stopping reactions from parents—and that is our goal—to motivate parents into action to create emergency plans for the safety of their families,” said Val DiFebo, CEO, Deutsch NY. “Speaking as a parent, there is nothing more frightening than being apart from your family in an emergency situation. We are honored to be part of this very important mission.”

Managed and sponsored by the Ready Campaign, NPM is designed to raise awareness and encourage Americans to take steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, schools, organizations, businesses, and places of worship. In partnership with Citizen Corps, emergency preparedness officials, and the Ad Council, NPM is an opportunity to disseminate emergency preparedness information and host sponsor activities across the country to help Americans understand what it truly means to be ready. This year each week throughout September will have a different theme, focusing on emergency preparedness topics such as how to plan for specific needs before a disaster, how to build an emergency kit, how to practice for an emergency, and this year’s PSA campaign theme—how to reconnect with a family after a disaster. This year’s campaign culminates with a day of action, National PrepareAthon! Day, on September 30 when people in communities across the nation will practice what to do in advance of an emergency. Practicing a preparedness action in advance of a disaster makes you better prepared to handle any emergency you may encounter.

The Ad Council is distributing the new PSAs to media outlets nationwide this week and the PSAs will run and air in advertising time and space donated by the media.

For more information on the campaign and National Preparedness Month visit Ready.gov/September or follow the campaign on Facebook and Twitter.

Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA’s mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.

The Ad Council
The Ad Council (http://www.adcouncil.org/) is a private, non-profit organization that marshals talent from the advertising and communications industries, the facilities of the media, and the resources of the business and non-profit communities to produce, distribute and promote public service campaigns on behalf of non-profit organizations and government agencies. The Ad Council addresses issue areas such as improving the quality of life for children, preventive health, education, community well-being, environmental preservation and strengthening families.

Deutsch Inc.
Deutsch Inc. (www.deutschinc.com) is a group of hardworking, independent-minded, passionate problem solvers with an insatiable culture that like to build brands and make businesses grow through creativity. A full-service, integrated advertising and digital agency headquartered in New York City, Deutsch crafts a best-in-class array of marketing programs and works with clients, including Johnson & Johnson, PNC Bank, Jagermeister, Microsoft, DIRECTV and Novartis Worldwide.

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Nearly One Quarter of Millennials Under Extreme Financial Stress

August 27, 2014

Nearly One Quarter of Millennials Under Extreme Financial Stress

TD Bank survey finds most millennials wish they were better prepared for life events.

CHERRY HILL, New Jersey, Aug. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank^®, announced the results of a new survey focusing on the top financial stresses for older millennials, ages 24-34. The survey, an extension of the TD Bank Financial Education Survey, revealed that 22 percent of millennials and 17 percent of Hispanic millennials feel they are under extreme financial stress. Additionally, 55 percent of millennials and 60 percent of Hispanic millennials feel they are able to manage their finances, but are having difficulty finding financial happiness. The nationwide survey polled more than 1,000 millennials, including 150 Hispanic millennials, to determine their financial preparedness for major life events, such as going to college and purchasing a home.

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“Many factors can contribute to millennials’ financial stress,” said Nandita Bakhshi, Head of Consumer Bank, TD Bank. “Major life events such as getting married or starting a new job require solid understanding of personal finance and if millennials are telling us they aren’t prepared for this, we need to help find solutions.”

Millennials Wish They Were More Financially Prepared

On average, two thirds of all millennials wish they had been more financially prepared before experiencing a major life event. For many of these events, millennials did not prepare at all for the financial implications. Millennials said they were least ready for:

Going to college (31 percent/34 percent Hispanic not prepared)
Having a child (27 percent/26 percent Hispanic not prepared)
Starting a new job (21 percent/23 percent Hispanic not prepared)

Millennials top stressors were:

Paying bills (45 percent/51 percent Hispanic)
Lack of funds/poor financial situation (33 percent/31 percent Hispanic)
Cost of living (7 percent/7 percent Hispanic)

Who Do Millennials Look To For Advice?

The TD Bank survey found that one third of all millennials turn to their family and friends most often when seeking financial advice around a major life event and, on average, only one eighth said they obtain financial advice from a bank. However, 38 percent of general market millennials did turn to their bank for advice when buying a home while only 17 percent of Hispanic millennials did.

Millennials obtain information about financial products most often from:

Family and friends (65 percent/61 percent Hispanic)
Research on the internet (48 percent/55 percent Hispanic)
Formal financial education (33 percent/29 percent Hispanic)

“When it comes to taking a formal financial education class, about one quarter of all millennials feel they didn’t need financial education and don’t have the time,” said Nandita. “Millennials need to be proactive in finding education that fits their needs so they can be more prepared for the events they will experience throughout their lives.”

Full survey results, including Hispanic and gender findings, can be found at https://mediaroom.tdbank.com/finedsurvey.

Survey Methodology
The study was conducted among a nationally representative group of consumers from July 25 through August 1, 2014. The total sample size is 1,006 millennials (ages 24-34) and has a margin of error of +/- 3.1%. The survey was hosted by global research company Angus Reid Public Opinion.

About Angus Reid Public Opinion
Angus Reid Public Opinion is the Public Affairs practice of Vision Critical—a global research company. Vision Critical is a leader in the use of the Internet and rich media technology to collect high-quality, in-depth insights for a wide array of clients.

About TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank®
TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, is one of the 10 largest banks in the U.S., providing more than 8 million customers with a full range of retail, small business and commercial banking products and services at approximately 1,300 convenient locations throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Metro D.C., the Carolinas and Florida. In addition, TD Bank and its subsidiaries offer customized private banking and wealth management services through TD Wealth®, and vehicle financing and dealer commercial services through TD Auto Finance. TD Bank is headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J. To learn more, visit www.tdbank.com. Find TD Bank on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TDBank and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/TDBank_US.

TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, is a member of TD Bank Group and a subsidiary of The Toronto-Dominion Bank of Toronto, Canada, a top 10 financial services company in North America. The Toronto-Dominion Bank trades on the New York and Toronto stock exchanges under the ticker symbol “TD”. To learn more, visit www.td.com.

Chrysler Group Recognized as a Top Employer for Hispanic Women

August 27, 2014

Chrysler Group Recognized as a Top Employer for Hispanic Women

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Aug. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ —

Chrysler Group is named to the top twelve companies listed on the annual Latina Style Top 50 Report
The Report “is the most respected evaluation of corporate America’s employment opportunities and policies as they pertain to Latinas”
For the eleventh year the Company has been included in the Top 50 Report

After the evaluation of more than 800 corporations, the editors of Latina Style magazine have named Chrysler Group LLC as one of the top twelve companies for Hispanic women to work in the U.S. The ranking is part of the annual Latina Style Top 50 report. Chrysler Group and its program will be featured in the August issue of the magazine.

The Latina Style Top 50 Report highlights companies that have a dedicated effort to diverse recruitment and promotion initiatives, including companies that have programs to recruit veterans and military personnel, and is considered “the most respected evaluation of corporate America’s employment opportunities and policies as they pertain to Latinas.”

This was the eleventh time Chrysler Group has been recognized in the Top 50 Report since the benchmark was established in 1998.

“Diversity and inclusion are core elements of Chrysler Group’s business strategy and vital to our efforts to develop a workforce that enables the Company to innovate and compete in a dynamic, competitive industry,” said Georgette Borrego Dulworth, Director, Talent Acquisition and Diversity—Chrysler Group LLC. “This recognition is a testament to the Company’s commitment to maintaining a work culture that respects and engages all people and cultures.”

Latina Style magazine began the Top 50 Report list as “a quest to explore deeper into the business world and bring forth powerful and useful information on the increasing importance of recruiting professional Latinas.” In 1997, with the assistance of the U.S. Department of Labor, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and national Hispanic organizations, the magazine developed a comprehensive survey that is sent annually to Fortune 1000 companies. The LS50 report, the result of that annual survey process, highlights each selected company’s leadership programs, employee benefits and Latina representation in senior positions.

About Latina Style Magazine
Latina Style magazine is the most influential publication reaching the contemporary Hispanic woman. With a national circulation of 150,000 and a readership of nearly 600,000, the magazine is unique in its ability to reach both the seasoned professional and the young Latina entering the workforce for the first time showcasing Latina achievements in all areas, including business, science, civic affairs, education, entertainment, sports, and the arts.

About Chrysler Group LLC
Chrysler Group LLC, formed in 2009 to establish a global strategic alliance with Fiat S.p.A., designs, engineers, manufactures, distributes and sells vehicles under the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and FIAT brands, and the SRT performance vehicle designation. The Company also distributes the Alfa Romeo 4C and Mopar products. With the resources, technology and worldwide distribution network required to compete on a global scale, the alliance builds on Chrysler Group’s culture of innovation, first established by Walter P. Chrysler in 1925, and Fiat’s complementary technology that dates back to its founding in 1899. Chrysler Group became a wholly owned subsidiary of Fiat on Jan. 21, 2014.

Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, Chrysler Group’s product lineup features some of the world’s most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300 and Town & Country, Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee, Dodge Challenger and Viper SRT, Ram 1500 and Fiat 500. Fiat contributes world-class technology, platforms and powertrains for small- and medium-size cars, allowing Chrysler Group to offer an expanded product line including environmentally friendly vehicles.

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Chrysler On Demand (COD): www.chryslerondemand.com
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SMU Cox Executive Education Announces New Executive Director of Latino Leadership Initiative

August 27, 2014

SMU Cox Executive Education Announces New Executive Director of Latino Leadership Initiative

DALLAS, Aug. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — SMU Cox Executive Education announced today the selection of Anthony Herrera as executive director for the Latino Leadership Initiative (LLI). Launched in November 2013, the LLI is a new national center of excellence at SMU’s Cox School of Business designed to help meet the nation’s growing need for corporate leaders as the economy improves and national demographics evolve. The LLI grew out of research that shows a gap in talent at the country’s executive leadership level.

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Herrera will have overall strategic and operational responsibility for the SMU Cox Latino Leadership Initiative, which works with the university and the business community to access an important talent resource and marketplace. The LLI will operate to deliver management education programs, organization development services, new research-based insights and community engagement activities.

“I am excited and honored to be joining the SMU Cox School of Business to champion the Latino Leadership Initiative,” Herrera said. “The U.S. Latino demographic currently possesses an estimated purchasing power of $1.5 trillion dollars and a population growth of over 30 percent in the U.S. by 2050. The Latino-driven demographic shift provides challenges for corporate leaders to position themselves for the growing Latino market and development of Latino executives and senior managers. The Latino Leadership Initiative will address these challenges head on and be a true national center of excellence by leveraging SMU Cox’s geographic location, corporate relations and institutional resources.”

“As the executive director of this initiative, Herrera will strengthen corporate and community relationships inside and outside the business school and SMU,” said SMU Cox Associate Dean of Executive Education Frank Lloyd. “He has corporate, academic, fundraising, faculty experience and business acumen skills, all of which will be invaluable in fulfilling the LLI’s mission.”

Herrera takes the helm of the LLI after five years as director of Career Development and Accounting Internships and lecturer in accounting at the Baylor University Hankamer School of Business, Department of Accounting and Business Law, where he helped prepare students for corporate positions and partnered with corporations to help expand their organizational diversity.

Previously, Herrera held management positions focused on recruiting and diversity in CBRE, Robert Half Finance and Accounting and KPMG. He holds BBA and MS degrees in accounting from SMU’s Cox School of Business.

About SMU Cox Executive Education
SMU Cox Executive Education offers new, innovative and flexible programs – both open and custom – that provide a relevant and dynamic learning experience for professionals, managers, and executives. Programs provide skills development in areas such as management, leadership, sales and marketing, and accounting and finance.

About SMU Cox
The Cox School of Business was originally established in 1920 on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas and named in honor of benefactor Edwin L. Cox in 1978. SMU Cox offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate business education programs, including the BBA, Full-Time MBA, Professional MBA (PMBA), Executive MBA (EMBA), Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Science in Business Analytics, Master of Science in Finance, Master of Science in Management, Master of Science in Sport Management, as well as Executive Education. The school also offers a number of unique resources and activities for students, including the Business Leadership Center (BLC), the Caruth Institute for Entrepreneurship, the Maguire Energy Institute, the Global Leadership Program and the Associate Board Executive Mentoring Program, as well as an international alumni network with chapters in more than 20 countries.

HolaDoctor launches new mobile application for weight reduction. Available at the Apple App Store and on Google Play.

August 27, 2014

HolaDoctor launches new mobile application for weight reduction. Available at the Apple App Store and on Google Play.

MIAMI, Aug. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HolaDoctor, the most important digital destination on health and wellbeing for Hispanics, has launched its mobile application, MiDieta, created to control weight in a healthy fashion. MiDieta is the only personalized platform that enables users to create healthy menus to reduce weight using the largest cookbook of Latin American recipes, with more than 3,000.

This App lets users keep track of the progress they make in losing weight, as well as measures to achieve a healthy body without extra weight. Drawing on a selection of ingredients and foods that are part of Latin cuisine, the application creates a personalized diet based on the preferences and nutritional needs of Hispanics.

Nutrition specialists for Hispanics both in Latin America as well as the United States have designed this unique platform that was first launched in a web version, and is now appearing as a mobile application.

The new application also enables users to keep track of their weight on a daily basis, and draw up shopping lists.

MiDieta App is available on iOS and Android totally for free in the United States, and at a cost of US $1.99 for Android users in Latin America.

Download in the U.S.

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/midieta/id879094700?ls=1&mt=8

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.midieta.us

Download in Latin America

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.midieta.latam

iPhone (coming soon)

About HolaDoctor

HolaDoctor® [‘Hello Doctor’] is a leading company in Hispanic health. Founded in 1999, HolaDoctor® handles the largest online community of Hispanics interested in health and wellbeing. It is the exclusive partner for health content of Univision Interactive Media. HolaDoctor also provides strategic marketing services, communications and consulting for health companies seeking to increase their penetration in the Hispanic market in the United States, as well as at the international level. The company has extensive experience with the new health care law (the Affordable Care Act) [http://holadoctor.com/es/seguros-de-salud], health insurance, obesity and diabetes, among other areas essential to improving access to health care and reducing disparities among Hispanics. With its headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and offices in South Florida and Latin America, HolaDoctor offers services to a broad portfolio of clients in the United States and in the Spanish-speaking world. For further information, visit [http://holadoctor.com], or the corporate site at: [http://holadoctor.net]

Contact: Omar Hernandez
[email protected]
Phone: 678-242-6779

New Study Examines the Costs to Puerto Rico of Nullifying the Government’s Agreement with Doral

August 26, 2014

New Study Examines the Costs to Puerto Rico of Nullifying the Government’s Agreement with Doral

Dr. Shapiro: Treasurer’s Actions Could Increase the Likelihood of Puerto Rico Defaulting on its Debts

WASHINGTON, Aug. 26, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Dr. Robert J. Shapiro, chairman of the advisory firm Sonecon and former U.S. Undersecretary of Commerce for Economic Affairs, held a media teleconference today with Doral Chief Legal Counsel and Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher Partner Matthew D. McGill to discuss the Government of Puerto Rico’s recent abandonment of negotiations with Doral Financial Corporation.

On the call, Shapiro announced the release of his latest study– A “Penny-Wise and Pound-Foolish” Policy: The Costs to Puerto Rico of the Treasurer Nullifying its Agreements with Financial Institutions, Including the Possibility of a Sovereign Debt Default – which concludes that the Puerto Rican government’s failure to settle with Doral could lead to losses in investment, economic growth, and revenues that will far exceed the cost of simply paying Doral what the company is owed.

“It is an expensive proposition for Puerto Rico to renege on its agreements, and as a result, the Government is squandering what little credibility it has left with investors. It is the people of Puerto Rico that will bear the brunt of the costs. Governor Padilla can be a leader – he can resolve this, and I sincerely urge him to do so.”

Regarding the failed negotiations, McGill described the Doral legal team’s disappointment with Hacienda’s abandonment of negotiations, but noted its confidence in the subsequent trial.

“The government has walked away from an agreement and has sent us back to the course of litigation and a trial. It is a disturbing trend and an unfortunate result because there could have been an amicable resolution to this matter. The government owes Doral money and the government does not want to pay. We will go to court to make them pay.”

Dr. Shapiro’s paper, as well as a recording of the call, is available on the Doral Puerto Facts Website, www.doralpuertoricofacts.com, which is a resource for information regarding the Doral Financial Corporation, LLC legal case against the Puerto Rican government.

About Doral Financial Corporation: Doral Financial Corporation is a bank holding company engaged in banking, mortgage banking and insurance agency activities through its wholly-owned subsbidiaries Doral Bank, with operations on the mainland U.S. (New York metropolitan area and northwest region of Florida) and Puerto Rico. Doral Financial Corporation’s common shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DRL. Additional information about Doral Financial Corporation can be found at www.doralpuertoricofacts.com.

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