{"id":266101,"date":"2024-05-01T18:31:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T21:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/english-mrs-laura-diez-barroso-and-mr-carlos-laviada-receive-the-prestigious-jeffrey-davidow-good-neighbor-award\/"},"modified":"2024-05-01T18:40:02","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T22:40:02","slug":"la-sra-laura-diez-barroso-y-el-sr-carlos-laviada-reciben-el-prestigioso-premio-jeffrey-davidow-good-neighbor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/la-sra-laura-diez-barroso-y-el-sr-carlos-laviada-reciben-el-prestigioso-premio-jeffrey-davidow-good-neighbor\/","title":{"rendered":"Mrs. Laura Diez Barroso and Mr. Carlos Laviada Receive the Prestigious Jeffrey Davidow Good Neighbor Award"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><![CDATA[\n\/* Style Definitions *\/\nspan.prnews_span\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\na.prnews_a\n{\ncolor:blue;\n}\nli.prnews_li\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\np.prnews_p\n{\nfont-size:0.62em;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\nmargin:0in;\n}\n.prntac{\nTEXT-ALIGN: CENTER\n}\n]]><\/style>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\"><i>Celebrating the spirit of goodwill and collaboration that transcends geographic and cultural divides.<\/i>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">SAN DIEGO<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-chron\">May 1, 2024<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; In recognition of their remarkable dedication to fostering cross-border connectivity and enhancing mobility between <span class=\"xn-location\">the United States<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Mexico<\/span> with the project Cross Border Xpress (CBX), Mrs. <span class=\"xn-person\">Laura Diez Barroso<\/span> and Mr. <span class=\"xn-person\">Carlos Laviada<\/span> received the prestigious <span class=\"xn-person\">Jeffrey Davidow Good Neighbor<\/span> Award. The ceremony, held during the 2024 U.S.-Mexico Forum, was organized by the Center of U.S. Mexican Studies at UC San Diego.<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg1934left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg1934left\" title=\"www.crossborderxpress.com\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2403023\/Cross_Border_Xpress_Logo.jpg\" alt=\"www.crossborderxpress.com\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Their visionary leadership and unwavering commitment are vital to the founding and success of CBX. The binational pedestrian sky bridge in <span class=\"xn-location\">San Diego, CA<\/span> that connects with the <span class=\"xn-location\">Tijuana<\/span> International Airport (TIJ), has welcomed more than 22 million passengers since its inauguration in 2016. This binational project has enhanced mobility and positively impacted the economic development of the entire region. Their efforts have transcended boundaries and created bridges of opportunity and understanding between communities on both sides of the border.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<span class=\"xn-person\">Carlos Laviada<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-person\">Laura Diez Barroso<\/span> shaped the vision and mission of CBX. Their dedication to facilitating seamless travel and fostering collaboration between nations is truly inspiring,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Jorge Goytortua<\/span>, CEO of Cross Border Xpress. &#8220;This recognition is a testament to their tireless efforts and unwavering commitment to creating positive change.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The <span class=\"xn-person\">Jeffrey Davidow Good Neighbor<\/span> Award honors individuals who exemplify the spirit of goodwill and collaboration, embodying the principles of cooperation, inclusivity, and mutual respect. Mrs. <span class=\"xn-person\">Diez Barroso<\/span> and Mr. Laviada&#8217;s exemplary work epitomizes these values as a beacon of hope and progress in today&#8217;s interconnected world.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Carlos and Laura&#8217;s signature is their care for <span class=\"xn-location\">Mexico<\/span> and its people; they always want to provide value to the country. In the past, many people considered a project like CBX. The big difference is that no one had dared to take steps to make it happen; they had a vision and truly believed in the project,&#8221; said Ra\u00fal <span class=\"xn-person\">Revuelta Musalem<\/span>, Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacifico CEO.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The visionary couple, CBX shareholders Mr. <span class=\"xn-person\">Juan Gallardo<\/span>, Mr. <span class=\"xn-person\">Eduardo Sanchez-Navarro<\/span>, and Mr. <span class=\"xn-person\">Sam Zell<\/span>, made transformative contributions to U.S.-<span class=\"xn-location\">Mexico<\/span> mobility that have facilitated travel and trade and fostered significant economic growth and cultural exchange. Their work through CBX has demonstrated the power of innovation and public-private partnership in overcoming challenges and building a brighter future for all.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We congratulate Mrs. <span class=\"xn-person\">Laura Diez Barroso<\/span> and Mr. <span class=\"xn-person\">Carlos Laviada<\/span> on this well-deserved honor. Their dedication and vision inspire us all to strive for greater collaboration and understanding, paving the way for a more prosperous and harmonious future,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Rafael Fernandez de Castro<\/span>, Director at the Center of\u00a0U.S. Mexican Studies.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b>About\u00a0CBX:<\/b><\/p>\n<p>CBX is a direct, secure border crossing between <span class=\"xn-location\">San Diego<\/span> and the <span class=\"xn-location\">Tijuana<\/span> International Airport (TIJ) for ticketed airline passengers only, offering airline passengers a convenient alternative to accessing the airport in contrast to the congested land ports of entry at <span class=\"xn-location\">San Ysidro<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-person\">Otay Mesa<\/span>. By flying through the Tijuana Airport and crossing via CBX to connect to <span class=\"xn-location\">San Diego<\/span>, passengers can enjoy an international travel experience at a domestic flight rate, with savings ranging from 30 to 50 percent compared to other airports in <span class=\"xn-location\">Southern California<\/span>. CBX is designed and operated consistent with U.S. and international security standards. U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations are located within the CBX facility in <span class=\"xn-location\">the United States<\/span>, and Mexican Immigration and Customs are located at the <span class=\"xn-location\">Tijuana<\/span> International Airport. SENTRI, Global Entry, and I-94 services are available for northbound passengers.<\/p>\n<p><b>About the <span class=\"xn-person\">Jeffrey Davidow Good Neighbor<\/span> Award: <\/b><\/p>\n<p>Established in 2022, the <span class=\"xn-person\">Jeffrey Davidow Good Neighbor<\/span> Award honors individuals who have significantly strengthened bonds and fostered cooperation between communities across borders. Named after Ambassador Davidow&#8217;s emblematic diplomatic career, it recognizes individuals who promote cooperation and understanding between the U.S. and <span class=\"xn-location\">Mexico<\/span>. The award celebrates the spirit of goodwill and collaboration that transcends geographic and cultural divides.<\/p>\n<p><b>Media Contact:\u00a0<br \/><\/b><span class=\"xn-person\">Karen Higareda<\/span><br \/><a href=\"mailto:khigareda@crossborderxpress.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">khigareda@crossborderxpress.com<\/a><br \/>619-779-2111<\/p>\n<p>Logo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/c212.net\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4156166-1&amp;h=3098396474&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2403023%2FCross_Border_Xpress_Logo.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2403023%2FCross_Border_Xpress_Logo.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2403023\/Cross_Border_Xpress_Logo.jpg<\/a><\/p>\n<p>SOURCE  Cross Border Xpress<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\"><i>Celebrating the spirit of goodwill and collaboration that transcends geographic and cultural divides.<\/i>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">SAN DIEGO<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-chron\">May 1, 2024<\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; In recognition of their remarkable dedication to fostering cross-border connectivity and enhancing mobility between <span class=\"xn-location\">the United States<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Mexico<\/span> with the project Cross Border Xpress (CBX), Mrs. <span class=\"xn-person\">Laura Diez Barroso<\/span> and Mr&#8230;.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":266102,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-266101","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-viajes-y-turismo"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/266101","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=266101"}],"version-history":[{"count":"1","href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/266101\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":266103,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/266101\/revisions\/266103"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/266102"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=266101"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=266101"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=266101"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}