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USHER Announces The UR Experience

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USHER Announces The UR Experience

– Grammy Award®-Winning Superstar’s First Headlining Tour in Three Years Will Visit Cities Throughout North America This Fall –

– Tickets On Sale Starting Monday, Sept. 8 at LiveNation.com and Through the Live Nation Mobile App –


LOS ANGELES, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Hot on the heels of a blockbuster performance at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards and the release of his new single/video “She Came To Give It To You,” global megastar USHER announced today he will tour North America this fall, bringing The UR Experience to fans in 27 cities.

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USHER ANNOUNCES THE UR EXPERIENCE TOUR

Packed with an impressive repertoire of smash hits spanning his 20-year career, the critically-acclaimed showman will give his fans a unique experience that only the multi-talented Usher can deliver. His show will include a fresh take on early and recent songs as well as new music from his anticipated forthcoming eighth studio album. Check out the latest tour trailer at Usher’s YouTube page (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J1Pn3xCwImQ) or to download a high resolution version, use the following link: http://bit.ly/1qV7gY8.

“With The UR Experience, I want to give my fans an ever-changing live show full of surprises and special guests,” says Usher. “I am really excited to be with my fans and give them an Usher experience like they’ve never seen or heard before.”

The UR Experience is produced by Live Nation Global Touring.

The UR Experience will kick off in Montreal, Quebec, on Nov. 1 at the Bell Centre and continue through New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Vancouver and more! Special guests on the tour include AUGUST ALSINA and DJ CASSIDY. Select market on-sales begin Monday, Sept. 8, 10:00 a.m. American Express® Card Members will have an opportunity to purchase tickets before the general public.

A full list of cities, venues and public on-sale dates is listed below. 
For the latest tour information please visit www.usherworld.com or www.livenation.com
Join the conversation at #URXTOUR.

The UR Experience
All dates and venues below subject to change.

Date

City

Venue

On-Sale Date

Nov. 1

Montreal, QC

Bell Centre

Sept. 8

Nov. 2

Toronto, ON

Air Canada Centre

Sept. 8

Nov. 4

Detroit, MI

The Palace of Auburn Hills

Sept. 15

Nov. 5

Cleveland, OH

Quicken Loans Arena

Sept. 15

Nov. 7

New York, NY

Madison Square Garden

Sept. 8

Nov. 10

Washington DC

Verizon Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 11

Philadelphia, PA

Wells Fargo Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 13

Boston, MA

TD Garden

Sept. 8

Nov. 14

Uncasville, CT

Mohegan Sun

Sept. 15

Nov. 15

Atlantic City, NJ

Boardwalk Hall

Sept. 8

Nov. 17

Chicago, IL

United Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 18

St. Paul, MN

Xcel Energy Center

Sept. 15

Nov. 21

Los Angeles, CA

Staples Center

Sept. 8

Nov. 22

Las Vegas, NV

MGM Grand Garden Arena

Sept. 15

Nov. 24

San Jose, CA

SAP Center at San Jose

Sept. 8

Nov. 26

Seattle, WA

Key Arena

Sept. 8

Nov. 27

Vancouver, BC

Rogers Arena

Sept. 8

Nov. 30

Edmonton, AB

Rexall Place

Sept. 8

Dec. 2

Broomfield, CO

1STBANK Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 4

Dallas, TX

American Airlines Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 5

Houston, TX

Toyota Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 6

New Orleans, LA

Smoothie King Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 8

Memphis, TN

FedExForum

Sept. 15

Dec. 9

Atlanta, GA

Philips Arena

Sept. 15

Dec. 12

Orlando, FL

Amway Center

Sept. 15

Dec. 13

Miami, FL

American Airlines Arena

Sept. 15

Dec. 14

Tampa, FL

Tampa Bay Times Forum

Sept. 15

              

About USHER
Challenging himself creatively and testing musical boundaries are characteristics that have defined Usher’s career since he was first discovered twenty years ago on Star Search.  Usher has been ranked by the Recording Industry Assn. of America as one of the best-selling artists in American music history, having sold over 50 million albums worldwide. He has won numerous awards including 8 Grammys and was named the #1 Hot 100 artist of the 2000s decade. Billboard named him the second most successful artist of the 2000s decade, with his career-propelling 2004 album “Confessions” being ranked as the top solo album of the 2000s decade. Usher has attained nine Hot 100 #1 hits (all as a lead artist) and 18 Hot 100 top-10 singles.

Usher is currently working on his forthcoming 8th studio album and preparing for his North American Tour. Earlier this year he completed filming his role as boxer Sugar Ray Leonard in the upcoming film  “Hands of Stone,” a biopic of champion boxer Roberto Duran which co-stars Robert De Niro and is due in theaters early 2015. In addition, Usher recently completed his second season as a coach on NBC’s Emmy award winning hit TV show “The Voice” where he proved his top-notch coaching capability by mentoring Josh Kaufman who became the champion of season 6. 

About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation & House of Blues Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit: www.livenationentertainment.com.

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USHER ANNOUNCES THE UR EXPERIENCE TOUR


Congratulations to the 2014 Winners of the NSHMBA Brillante Awards of Excellence

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Congratulations to the 2014 Winners of the NSHMBA Brillante Awards of Excellence


IRVING, Texas, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For the past 26 years, NSHMBA has recognized corporations and individuals at the highest level in their field.  These individuals or corporations are making significant differences in our Hispanic community and their education attainment.  This year’s winners are:

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-Brillante Award for Government/Corporate Excellence
This category recognizes a corporate or government partner who has a proven track record of success in the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce.
Corporate – GSK and Government – Department of Defense; accepting the award for the DOD, Mr. Clarence A. Johnson

-Brillante Award for Education Excellence
This category recognizes a higher education staff or institution that advocates on behalf of diverse communities and students.
Dr. Federico Zaragoza – Alamo Community College District

-Brillante Award for Community Service Excellence 
This category recognizes a community leader that exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success. Mr. John P. Santos – Augustus Hawkins High School

-Brillante Award for Entrepreneur Excellence
This category recognizes an entrepreneur who exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success.
Mr. Javier Suarez – C-Luxe Strategy

-Brillante Founder Award
This category recognizes a leader that exemplifies Hispanic leadership through their drive and success.
Judge Nelson Diaz – Dilworth Paxson LLP

-Brillante Military Award
This category recognizes and honors Hispanic heroes for their commitment, loyalty and service to our country. 
Medal of Honor Recipient Santiago J. Erevia

The Brillante award recipients will be honored at the NSHMBA Gala at the Annual NSHMBA Conference and Career Expo held on Saturday, September 27th. Tickets to the event, are $50 each, proceeds from ticket sales go to the NSHMBA Foundation, a 501c3 organization.

NSHMBA’s 25th Annual Conference & Career Expo – NSHMBA will host its Annual Conference and Career Expo at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA September 24-27, 2014. The conference is made possible in part by the support of NSHMBA’s co-lead sponsor GlaxoSmithKline and Vanguard; automotive partner Lincoln Motor Company, media partner Comcast, academic lead Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey and insurance partner Nationwide Insurance. Visit: www.nshmba.org/nationalconference

About NSHMBA –The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA) was formed in 1988.  NSHMBA aims to empower Hispanics to achieve their fullest educational, social, and economic potential. NSHMBA serves the Hispanic community and its constituents through a national network of 40 chapters and hundreds of community strategic partners across the United States and Puerto Rico. Visit www.nshmba.org


Coors Light® Presents The Calle 13 MultiViral Tour

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Coors Light® Presents The Calle 13 MultiViral Tour


Tour Stops in Six Major U.S. Cities to Promote the Band’s Fifth Studio Album


CHICAGO, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This fall, Coors Light is hitting the road with Grammy Award-winning Latin hip hop group Calle 13, as the official sponsor of the MultiViral North American tour. From Sept. 6 through Oct. 12, Calle 13 fans 21 and older in New York, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco and Las Vegas will get to experience the artful intensity of their latest album “MultiViral,” while enjoying the refreshing taste of the band’s beer of choice, Coors Light.

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“MultiViral” is Calle 13’s fifth studio album and the first released through the band’s new independent label, El Abismo. The album, which debuted March 1, 2014, is the only Latin music release included in Rolling Stone’s mid-year report on “The Best Albums of 2014 So Far.” An inspiring blend of musical and spoken word collaborations, Rolling Stone calls “MultiViral” “… as ambitious a hip-hop album – if that’s not too narrow a term – as any in any language.”

The Puerto Rican duo, also referred to as “Residente” and “Visitante,” have toured and earned praise from fans all over the Latin world with 19 Latin Grammy and two Grammy Award wins. Calle 13’s alternative take on hip hop and Latin genres have spurred collaborations with artists such as Ruben Blades, Tego Calderon, Nelly Furtado, Shakira, Alejandro Sanz, Omar Rodriguez and Mars Volta, among others.

Tickets to the MultiViral tour concerts can be purchased directly on ticketmaster.com.

Tour Dates:

New York City – Sept. 6, Best Buy Theater
Washington, D.C. – Sept. 26, Echostage
Philadelphia – Sept. 27, Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

San Diego – Oct. 8, House of Blues
San Francisco – Oct.10, The Warfield
Las Vegas – Oct. 12, Brooklyn Bowl

About Coors Brewing Company
Coors Brewing Company was founded in 1873 by Adolph Coors, who chose the Clear Creek Valley in Golden, Colo., for his new brewery because of the pure water in the nearby Rocky Mountain springs. The brewery’s original and most enduring beer is Coors Banquet (Coors.com, Facebook.com/CoorsBanquet), still brewed exclusively in Golden using only Rocky Mountain water and high-country barley. Coors Light (CoorsLight.com, Facebook.com/CoorsLight, @CoorsLight on Twitter) was introduced in 1978 and now is the second-best-selling beer in the United States. Triple-filtered smooth Keystone Light (KeystoneLight.com, Facebook.com/KeystoneLight) is one the country’s most popular economy beers. Coors Brewing Company operates in the United States and Puerto Rico as part of MillerCoors, a joint venture of SABMiller plc and Molson Coors Brewing Company. Learn more at MillerCoors.com, at Facebook.com/MillerCoors or on Twitter through @MillerCoors.


Aeromexico Announces the Possibility of Using Electronic Devices Throughout its Flights

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Aeromexico Announces the Possibility of Using Electronic Devices Throughout its Flights

Passengers will now be able to use the authorized electronic devices from the time they board the airplane and throughout all phases of the flight

— This new policy is implemented in conformity with domestic and international safety standards


MEXICO CITY, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Aeromexico, Mexico’s global airline, announced that as of this month of September, passengers can keep their mobile electronic devices, such as tablets, ebooks, video games, digital music players and smartphones turned on throughout their flights, provided all data transmission functions are turned off and their devices are kept in “flight mode.”

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Corneel Koster, Chief Operating Officer at Aeromexico, noted that the use of electronic devices on board during the flight means a technological breakthrough for the airline.

“We are the first airline in Mexico to apply this measure on our flights. With this important step, Aeromexico joins the leading carriers across the globe in offering the ease of use of technology and on board entertainment systems in a safe environment. This is great news for our customers, who will not have to interrupt their personal entertainment or work flows at any time during the flight,” he added.

The Mexican Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC) recently approved the rules needed to apply this measure, similar to the safety provisions approved by the Federal Aviation Administration of the United States (FAA), and other authorities worldwide.

Thus, Aeromexico stays at the forefront with the technology and safety needed to continue offering its passengers the best experience of travel, comfort and tranquility.

About Grupo Aeromexico

Grupo Aeromexico, S.A.B. de C.V. is a holding company whose subsidiaries are engaged in commercial aviation in Mexico and the promotion of passenger loyalty programs. Aeromexico, the largest airline in Mexico, operates more than 600 daily flights and its main hub is in Terminal 2 at the Mexico City International Airport. Its destinations network features 77 cities on three continents, including 44 destinations in Mexico, 15 in the United States, 12 in Latin America, three in Europe, two in Asia and one in Canada.

The Group’s fleet of more than 115 aircraft is comprised of Boeing 787, 777, 767 and 737 jet airliners and next generation Embraer 145, 170, 175 and 190 models. In 2012, the airline announced the most significant investment strategy in aviation history in Mexico, to purchase 100 Boeing aircraft including 90 MAX B737 jet airliners and 10 B787-9 Dreamliners.

As a founding member of the SkyTeam airline alliance, Aeromexico offers customers 1,000 destinations in 178 countries served by the 20 SkyTeam airline partners rewarding passengers with benefits including access to 564 premium airport lounges around the world. Aeromexico also offers travel on its codeshare partner flights with Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, LAN, TACA and TAM with extensive connectivity in countries like the United States, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia and Peru. www.aeromexico.com  www.skyteam.com  http://disfrutaam.tumblr.com/


Discovery En Espanol Revs Up ‘Lunes De Motores’ With Extreme Rig Makeovers

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Discovery En Espanol Revs Up ‘Lunes De Motores’ With Extreme Rig Makeovers


The network launches TEXAS TROCAS, an original production that follows the Mendez family as they manage their successful trucking business





MIAMI, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Discovery en Espanol kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with the launch of TEXAS TROCAS, a docu-reality show that introduces the Mendez family, a group of successful and talented Mexican-Americans from San Antonio with an expertise in transforming average rigs to works of art. The show follows the family dynamics and antics as they exceed their customers’ expectations by taking their transformations to unexpected heights. TEXAS TROCAS (#TexasTrocas) is set to air Mondays at 10PM E/P, during the networks’ top rated primetime block “Lunes de motores”, starting September 15th.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/players/Spanish/7308351-discovery-en-espanol-new-texas-trocas-on-lunes-de-motores-for-hispanic-heritage-month/

Forty years ago, Raul Mendez Sr., the patriarch of the family, came to the United States from Mexico. He worked the fields of South Texas until he was able to save enough to purchase his own truck. After much sacrifice and effort, he successfully opened his own transportation business alongside his wife, Lupita (“La Mera”). Years later, the new generation of the Mendez family—his sons Raúl Jr. and Rolando—saw an lucrative business opportunity in personalized truck renovations and decided to expand their father’s company. It was then that Texas Chrome was born, today considered to be one of the most-respected companies in Texas, and whose truck designs have won international awards and prestige. What started out merely as a job to support a family is now an empire that continues to grow from generation to generation.

TEXAS TROCAS brings never-before-seen big rig transformations to our screen, and the story of a hard-working and close knit Mexican family, who achieved their American dream. It is a story that all Latinos can relate to and be proud of,” commented Bilai Joa Silar, Vice President of Content of Discovery en Espanol.

Each episode of TEXAS TROCAS shows the craftsmanship of the Mendez family and their crews as they convert old, rusty trucks into real works of art, while balancing the family dynamics. Rolando, the younger brother, is the creative mind behind the transformations, while Raul is more analytical and focused on the business end. Working together while keeping the peace in the family is no small feat. Differing opinions, client demands, and tight deadlines build tension and drama between the brothers, sometimes causing their wives, Johann and Lorena, and of course Lupita, “La Mera, Mera”, to step in and diffuse a situation.

To learn more about TEXAS TROCAS (#TexasTrocas) and see behind the scenes clips, visit tudiscovery.com, or follow us at facebook.com/discoveryenespanol and at Twitter @DiscoveryenESP

About Discovery en Espanol
Discovery en Espanol is the premier network dedicated to offering the finest in quality programming in the areas of science, technology, world cultures, history, nature and real-life drama. The channel provides a unique and enriching experience by combining the best Discovery Networks programming with its own original productions. Created by the world’s most trusted media brand, Discovery en Espanol translates not just the words, but also the excitement of Discovery, educating and informing its audience and offering a fascinating glimpse into the incredible world in which we live. For more information, please visit tudiscovery.com, or follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/discoveryenespanol and at Twitter @DiscoveryenESP.


AHAA Leads Marketing Coalition In Defining Total Market

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FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Multicultural populations are driving 84 percent of the population growth, fueling 81 percent of U.S. job growth and accounting for 43 percent of buying power in top 10 markets – with statistics like these, marketing practices are evolving and, until now, have been lumped into the umbrella term “Total Market.[1]” For the last year, AHAA: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing, in collaboration with the Association of National Advertisers (ANA), and the Asian American Advertising Federation (3AF) assembled a broad coalition of clients, agencies and associations to define an integrated strategy for driving growth. Together, this coalition studied various models to develop the following industry-sanctioned Total Market definition:

A marketing approach followed by corporations with their trusted internal and external partners which proactively integrates diverse segment considerations. This is done from inception through the entire strategic process and execution, with the goal of enhancing value and growth effectiveness. In marketing communications, this could lead to either one fully integrated cross-cultural approach, individual segment approaches, or both in many cases, but always aligned under one overarching strategy.

“Our consensus is that a Total Market Approach (TMA) must feature a carefully crafted cross-cultural message, based on a universal truth relevant to the main segments of brand growth,” clarified AHAA Research Chair/Santiago Solutions Group Chief Strategist, Carlos Santiago. “To optimize effective growth, however, marketers also need dedicated segment strategies that create relevance and address distinct belief systems and triggers.

“Total Market is a growth strategy that should be considered by just about every marketer,” said Bill Duggan, Group Executive Vice President, ANA. “However, great care must be taken in terms of both strategy and execution as total market is equally simple and complex.”

“We are pleased to join AHAA and the ANA in providing an industry definition of Total Market. This is a critical step in helping marketers define and use TMA as a process to create smart and effective communications,” said Edward Chang, 3AF President.

Total Market is neither a “one size fits all” cost reduction plan nor a short-term test of project, according to the coalition. Total Market is marketing at its best, grounded in extensive consumer research and seamlessly implemented by a team of experts.  Three models of implementation were identified:

  1. The client leads and includes all agencies simultaneously
  2. A selected agency leads a multi-agency team
  3. One agency responsible for “general market” and segment work

In each model, the business problem is tackled by both the general market and multicultural experts, identifying the main source of growth for the brand and ensuring the brand DNA pervades throughout all marketing platforms. Then, the teams develop an overarching campaign, coupled with individual segment approaches that address cultural nuances and barriers. This multi-strategic approach should complement each other fluidly, capitalizing on efficiency without sacrificing effectiveness.

“As Millennials come of age, we are at a critical juncture in the Total Market process,” said ANA Multicultural & Diversity Committee Chair/Davila Multicultural Insights President & CEO, Gilbert Davila. “This joint effort with AHAA provides clarity and direction to ensure that brands correctly implement Total Market to achieve results.”

The coalition received extensive input on the definition from The Kellogg Company, The Clorox Company, Kimberly-Clark, Dunkin Brands and leaders from top general market, Hispanic, African American and Asian agencies including, Acento, Alma, Burrell, FCB, IW Group, GlobalHue, Lopez Negrete and Sensis.

On September 24 at 2:00pm (ET), AHAA will host a webinar, Will the Real Total Market Please Stand Up? And, this November, at the ANA Multicultural Marketing & Diversity Conference in Miami, AHAA will reveal the results of the first study looking at how Hispanic ROI measurements and modeling are evolving to properly establish the impact and value of this segment within a Total Market approach. For more information or to sign up for upcoming Total Market webinars, please visit http://ahaa.org. To get involved in the Total Market discussion, please email [email protected].

About AHAA:
Founded in 1996, AHAA: The Voice of Hispanic Marketing is the national trade organization of all marketing, communications and media firms with trusted Hispanic expertise.

About ANA:
The Association of National Advertisers provides leadership that advances marketing excellence and shapes the future of the industry. Founded in 1910, ANA’s membership includes more than 600 companies with 10,000 brands that collectively spend over $250 billion in marketing and advertising.

About 3AF:
The Asian American Advertising Federation (3AF) is a national trade organization of Asian American advertising agencies, Asian market advertisers, Asian media companies and other industry specialists.  Its mission is to grow the Asian American advertising and marketing industry, raise public awareness of the importance of the Asian American community and further professionalism in the industry.

[1] SSG Total Market ROI Watch; Analysis of BLS Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages Q1 2014 v 2013; Selig 2010-2013; SSG 10 Most Influential TM States model


Maroon 5 Announce Details For Their Upcoming World Tour Kicking Off In February 2015

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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Multi platinum-selling and Grammy Award®-winning rock band, Maroon 5, revealed details today for THE MAROON 5 WORLD TOUR 2015 in support of the band’s fifth studio album, V. Produced by Live Nation, THE MAROON 5 WORLD TOUR 2015 will kick off at American Airlines Center in Dallas on Feb. 16, 2015 and will take the band to 27 cities throughout North America including New York City, Los Angeles, Toronto, Vancouver, Chicago and Washington, D.C. Maroon 5 will then bring their highly anticipated tour to Europe for dates in the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal. MAGIC! will join the tour as special guests. Rozzi Crane will open the tour in the US while Nick Gardner will serve as the opener in Europe. A full list of North American and European dates is below. Tickets for the general public go on sale on Saturday, Sept. 13 at www.livenation.com and through the Live Nation mobile app.

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Their new album, V, featuring the Billboard Top 10 smash hit, “Maps,” and their brand new single, “Animals,” is out today on 222 Records/Interscope Records. “Maps,” which Rolling Stone declares “a stomping, funk-soul-gospel breakdown,” quickly reinforced the group’s status as a powerhouse in popular music, setting a record for the highest debut by a group on Top 40 radio charts in 18 years. Fans who purchase a ticket to THE MAROON 5 WORLD TOUR 2015 online at www.livenation.com will also receive a digital download of the album. Following yesterday’s performance on TODAY for the “Toyota Summer Concert Series,” Maroon 5 will appear on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon (tonight, Sept. 2), America’s Got Talent (Sept. 3), and The Ellen DeGeneres Show (Sept. 8). Adam Levine will also be making an appearance on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart on Sept. 4.

Beginning Monday, Sept. 8, American Express® Card Members fans will have early access to presale tickets available at 10:00 a.m. local time. A fan club presale will begin Saturday, Sept. 6 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Live Nation mobile app users will have access to presale tickets beginning Thursday, Sept. 11 at 10:00 a.m. local time.

THE MAROON 5 WORLD TOUR 2015 DATES
All dates below subject to change.
All shows on sale Sept. 13 unless otherwise noted.

Feb 16

Dallas, TX

American Airlines Center

Feb 17

Houston, TX

Toyota Center

Feb 19

Atlanta, GA

Philips Arena

Feb 24

Sunrise, FL

BB&T Center

Feb 25

Tampa, FL

Tampa Bay Times Forum

Feb 27

Nashville, TN

Bridgestone Arena

Feb 28

Indianapolis, IN

Bankers Life Fieldhouse

Mar 2

Washington DC

Verizon Center

Mar 3

Boston, MA

TD Garden

Mar 5

New York, NY

Madison Square Garden

Mar 8

East Rutherford, NJ

IZOD Center

Mar 9

Philadelphia, PA

Wells Fargo Center

Mar 11

Columbus, OH

Nationwide Arena

Mar 13

Pittsburgh, PA

CONSOL Energy Center

Mar 14

Louisville, KY

KFC Yum! Center

Mar 16

Toronto, ON

Air Canada Centre

Mar 18

Auburn Hills, MI

The Palace of Auburn Hills

Mar 19

Chicago, IL

United Center

Mar 21

Kansas City, MO

Sprint Center

Mar 23

St. Paul, MN

Xcel Energy Center

Mar 25

Saskatoon, SK

Credit Union Centre

Mar 26

Edmonton, AB

Rexall Place

Mar 28

Tacoma, WA

Tacoma Dome

Mar 29

Vancouver, BC

Rogers Arena

Mar 31

San Jose, CA

SAP Center

Apr 1

San Diego, CA

Viejas Arena

Apr 3

Inglewood, CA

The Forum

May 26

London, UK

Wembley Arena

May 31

Birmingham, UK

LG Arena

June 1

Manchester, UK

Manchester Arena

June 3

Amsterdam, NTH

Ziggo Dome

June 9

Oberhausen, GR

Koenig-Pilsener Arena

June 10

Munich, GR

Olympiahalle

June 12

Milan, Italy

Mediolanum Forum

June 14

Barcelona, Spain

Palau Sant Jordi

June 15

Madrid, Spain

Palacio Deportes

June 17

Lisbon, Portugal

Meo Arena

For additional tour and ticket information, visit:
www.maroon5.com
www.facebook.com/maroon5
www.twitter.com/maroon5

Join the conversation at #maroonvtour.

About Maroon 5
Capturing their first of three Grammy Awards as “Best New Artist” of 2005 and going on to sell more than 17 million albums worldwide, Maroon 5’s releases have gone gold and platinum in over 35 countries. The band won over fans and critics alike with the hybrid rock/R&B sound they introduced on their debut album, Songs About Jane and their double platinum album, It Won’t be Soon Before Long, which included hits like “Makes Me Wonder” and “If I Never See your Face Again.” In 2010, the band released their third studio album, Hands All Over, which featured the group’s anthemic chart-topping smash single “Moves Like Jagger.” The song has since gone on to become one of the best-selling singles of all time. Maroon 5’s most recent album Overexposed quickly reinforced the group’s status as a powerhouse in popular music with all of its singles rising to the top of the charts and setting an all time record for the most #1s (six in total) by a group in the Top 40 chart’s 20-year history. In conjunction with the album, Maroon 5 wrapped one of the highest grossing tours of 2013 with over 50 million dollars in ticket sales.

About Live Nation Entertainment
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation & House of Blues Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management. For additional information, visit: www.livenationentertainment.com.

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St. Thomas University Announces Appointment Of New Provost

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St. Thomas University Announces Appointment Of New Provost


MIAMI, Aug. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, St. Thomas University President Monsignor Franklyn M. Casale announced a major institutional appointment that will continue to strengthen the University’s academic leadership position (www.stu.edu). A visionary and transformational leader in higher education, Irma Becerra-Fernandez, Ph.D., has been named St. Thomas University’s new Provost.

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“Dr. Becerra-Fernandez brings to St. Thomas University a wealth of knowledge and expertise in higher education, and an excellent understanding of our unique community,” said Monsignor Casale. “Her exceptional skills will help us continue to build the University’s educational standing and our Catholic intellectual tradition. Irma’s many scholarly and community accomplishments truly exemplify the spirit of St. Thomas.”

Most recently, Dr. Becerra-Fernandez served as the Vice President, Office of Engagement at Florida International University (FIU). She served in a number of academic and senior management positions at FIU since 1990, and has a broad educational background that spans the fields of engineering, information technology and business. She is an internationally recognized expert in the fields of knowledge management, business intelligence, entrepreneurship, and disaster management, and is known and respected as a “creative innovator” in the design of programs. “St. Thomas University is gaining a star in Dr. Irma Becerra-Fernandez,” said FIU President Mark B. Rosenberg. “The partnerships she has created and nurtured at FIU have advanced our mission as a solutions center for our community and I’m sure she will bring the same energy, commitment and intellectual rigor to the office of the provost at St. Thomas University.”

During her tenure at FIU, Dr. Becerra-Fernandez succeeded in a variety of complex challenges, from improved graduation rates to donor relations, and increased resource acquirement. She has coordinated various important community partnerships, including the stewardship of the One Community One Goal’s Academic Leaders Council. Prior to her employment in academia, Dr. Becerra-Fernandez was an Engineer at Florida Power and Light.

“Great cities deserve great universities and Miami deserves to have the greatest Catholic University in the Southeast,” said Dr. Becerra-Fernandez. “Saint Thomas is poised to achieve that vision and I look forward to working with Monsignor Casale, the administration, the dedicated faculty and staff, and our community, to continue providing cutting edge academic offerings that enhance the academic and professional success of our students, while producing ethical leaders for our global economy through our commitment to St. Thomas’ Catholic mission of service to our diverse community.”

About St. Thomas University:
The only Catholic Archdiocesan-sponsored University in Florida, St. Thomas University places an institutional emphasis on social justice and ethical behavior. The STU School of Law boasts one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the country, ranking first among all ABA-approved law schools in the proportion of Hispanic students, and sixth among African-American students. STU is one of the only law schools in the nation with a Human Rights Institute and offers a joint M.B.A.- J.D. in Accounting, International Business, Marriage and Family Counseling, and Sports Administration. The University offers 25 undergraduate and 12 graduate degrees at its 145 acre campus in Miami Gardens, Florida, and through distance learning, including one of the oldest (and highly ranked) undergraduate programs in Sports Administration in the Country. Approximately 90% of the faculty holds the highest degree in their fields and the university provides its diverse student body with low student/teacher ratios.


PEOPLE en Espanol Partners With Leading Global Brands To Preview Hispanic Heritage Month At The 3rd Annual Festival PEOPLE en Espanol

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PEOPLE en Espanol Partners With Leading Global Brands To Preview Hispanic Heritage Month At The 3rd Annual Festival PEOPLE en Espanol

World’s Top Marketers, Media Enterprises And Community Partners Including Disney, Coca-Cola, Jeep, COVERGIRL, HBO Latino And More Create Engaging, Family-Friendly Cultural Experiences For Festival Attendees

Labor Day Weekend August 30 & 31 San Antonio, TX


NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 3rd annual Festival PEOPLE en Espanol will preview Hispanic Heritage Month this Labor Day weekend with a unique offering of engaging, family-friendly cultural experiences in collaboration with the world’s most influential brands, including Disney, Coca-Cola, Jeep, COVERGIRL, HBO Latino and more.  Festival PEOPLE en Espanol is taking over the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center on August 30-31 in San Antonio, TX with more celebrity access, empowering conversations, free giveaways, authentic cuisine and exclusive screenings of the latest television shows, telenovelas and movies.

“Working collaboratively with our partners, we have expanded the free daytime experience to feature twice as many celebrities, double the amount of meet & greets and nearly double the number of performers as compared to last year’s Festival,” said PEOPLE en Espanol Publisher Monique Manso.  “The broad array of partner activations is a powerful complement to our curated-content and the perfect way to kick off Hispanic Heritage Month!”

Highlights of sponsored events and initiatives include:

DISNEY

  • Discover all the ways your family can enjoy Disney!
  • Strike a pose with fun Walt Disney World landmarks and share #DisneyFamilia.  Snap a photo with Baymax from the new movie Big Hero 6.
  • Sing and dance along with Disney Junior’s Sofia the First and discover the power of doing good.
  • Show us your moves with ESPN DEPORTES sports challenge and TRYathlon; part of Disney Magic of Healthy Living, hosted by Radio Disney.
  • Enter to win $1,000 Disney Gift Card*
    CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE               

COCA-COLA

  • Celebrate your heritage and capture your #MomentosCoke on camera while enjoying ice-cold Coca-Cola beverages, music and moments of togetherness.
  • Participate in fun-filled activities for the entire family and enjoy surprise live Latin music performances throughout the day.
    CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE

JEEP

  • Jeep brand introduces the all-new 2014 Altitude Editions with a summer celebration! Join us in celebrating the Official Vehicles of Summer with karaoke, soccer, prizes & more!
  • Join the Jeep brand for a Summer Celebration introducing the all-new 2014 Altitude Editions! Sing karaoke, test your soccer skills, visit our selfie station & win prizes!
    CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE

COVERGIRL

  • Get Red Carpet Ready with COVERGIRL’s new #instaGLAM collection.  Free samples and mini-makeovers!  Snap your red carpet Instagram photos, and don’t forget to add #covergirl
    CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE

HEB

  • H-E-B Primo Picks are the best of what’s in-store. Stop by our booth for a free sample and visit your neighborhood H-E-B for more products.
    CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE

STRAYER UNIVERSITY

  • Stop by the Strayer University booth to meet with a Personal Success Coach, take & share photos, write on our graffiti wall & much more! #InThisTogether
    CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE

SAN ANTONIO CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU

  • Visit the San Antonio booth for fun photo ops with the Spurs Coyote, and more, as well as a chance to win tickets to attractions.
  • There is always something amazing happening in San Antonio. Enjoy Festival PEOPLE en Espanol and go to VisitSanAntonio.com to plan your next getaway here.
    CLICK HERE FOR SCHEDULE

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND…

Get your tickets for a first look at the Festival PEOPLE en Espanol Entertainment Preview with a sneak peek of the hottest movies and episodes from your favorite television shows at the Screening Room.  Enjoy front row access to your favorite celebrities up close and personal.

ABC

  • Join us for a special screening of ABC’s new comedy series, Cristela, starring breakout comedian Cristela Alonzo.  Premieres, Friday, October 10th 8:30/7:30c on ABC.

AZTECA

  • Come meet Edith Gonzalez and enjoy an exclusive sneak peek of her new telenovela, Las Bravo.

HBO LATINO

  • HBO Latino invites you to the screening of Habla Men on August 30th and 31st.  Don’t miss your chance to meet Blue Demon Jr., Rosie Castro and win cool gifts!

DISNEY STUDIO

  • From the creators of “Frozen” and “Wreck-It-Ralph” comes Disney’s Big Hero 6.  Meet Baymax and share your photos using #MeetBaymax.

In addition to the daytime activities, San Antonio’s Lila Cockrell Theater will be transformed on Saturday night, August 30, for the Chicas Poderosas concert powered by Disney, headlined by two of today’s hottest young performers, Zendaya and Becky G.  Concert tickets start at $25, available via Ticketmaster.

For the latest updates about Festival PEOPLE en Espanol, join the conversation: peopleenespanol.com/festival, Twitter, Facebook, #festivalpeople.

The 2014 Festival PEOPLE en Espanol is powered by Disney. Additional sponsors include major sponsors Coca-Cola and Jeep; official sponsors COVERGIRL, HEB, and Strayer University; host sponsors the City of San Antonio and the San Antonio Convention and Visitors Bureau; screening partners ABC, Azteca, HBO Latino and Walt Disney Film Studios; partners AARP, St. Jude and Center for Disease Control; media partners CNN, MusicChoice and Telemundo.

About Festival PEOPLE en Espanol:

PEOPLE en Espanol’s annual Festival aims to entertain, inspire and unite Hispanic families around an unparalleled celebration of culture.  Festival PEOPLE en Espanol has become one of the year’s most-anticipated celebrations of Hispanic culture featuring today’s hottest celebrities, expert panels and family-fun activities over Labor Day weekend.  FESTIVAL began in 2007 (originally titled Fiesta!) as a concert and family event in New York City’s Central Park.  In 2012, FESTIVAL was recast as a two-day event and relocated to San Antonio, Texas during Labor Day weekend — attracting more than 30,000 and 40,000 attendees in 2012 and 2013 respectively.

About PEOPLE en Espanol:

PEOPLE en Espanol was launched in 1996 as a special issue, and today has become the top-selling Hispanic magazine in the United States. Published 11 times a year, PEOPLE en Espanol reaches an audience of 6.9 million every month with its editorial mix of Hispanic and popular entertainment, fashion and beauty trends, and compelling human-interest stories. PEOPLE en Espanol delivers original editorial content that captures the values, contributions and impact of today’s Hispanics in the U.S.  The brand’s social media footprint includes over a 1,000,000 followers on Twitter and over 2.9 million fans on Facebook.  For daily news, photos, exclusive behind-the-scenes video and celebrity scoops, visit www.PEOPLEEnEspanol.com.

About Time Inc.:

Time Inc. is one of the largest branded media companies in the world reaching more than 130 million Americans each month across multiple platforms. With influential brands such as TIME, PEOPLE, SPORTS ILLUSTRATED, InStyle, REAL SIMPLE, Wallpaper, Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine, Time Inc. is home to celebrated events and franchises including the FORTUNE 500, TIME 100, PEOPLE’s Sexiest Man Alive, SPORTS ILLUSTRATED’S Sportsman of the Year, the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen and the ESSENCE Festival.

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