Mes: junio 2020

TEXAS Extended Campus Launches New Graphic Design Certificate Program

AUSTIN, Texas, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The TEXAS Extended Campus (TEC) at The University of Texas at Austin is excited to announce the debut of their Graphic Design Certificate Program. Beginning Aug. 26, this 12-week online course prepares students to begin a new career as a graphic designer. The program also enhances the skills of those who hold other creative roles in their…

AUSTIN, Texas, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The TEXAS Extended Campus (TEC) at The University of Texas at Austin is excited to announce the debut of their Graphic Design Certificate Program. Beginning Aug. 26, this 12-week online course prepares students to begin a new career as a graphic designer. The program also enhances the skills of those who hold other creative roles in their organization. Prospective students may attend an online information session on July 8, 2020, or Aug. 12, 2020.

The class structure includes one evening meeting per week where students will receive instruction on Adobe programs including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and After Effects, and a self-paced component comprised of educational modules for HTML and CSS coding. Students will use what they learn to build a website that showcases their portfolio of designs created while in class.

Course instructor Greg Hervey, a graduate of the UT College of Fine Arts, is a freelance graphic designer and web developer with over twenty years of experience. Hervey has developed and instructed courses for the UT College of Fine Arts, Austin Community College and UT Informal Classes. Hervey also provides design training for corporate clients, including The Austin Chronicle, GSD&M, Texas Monthly and Whole Foods.

«I’m thrilled to be teaching this program,» Hervey said. «I think we’ve developed a curriculum that will enable anyone serious about working in graphic design to hit the ground running, with a diverse set of highly marketable skills. I’ve been mastering these applications and refining these design skills throughout my career, and I can’t wait to share my knowledge and experience.»

Tuition for the Graphic Design Certificate Program is $3,899. Military members, Military Spouses and Veterans may be eligible for discounts and tuition assistance. A tuition payment plan, available to everyone, allows students to break down the full amount into three smaller payments.

For more information about the Graphic Design Certificate program, please visit https://professionaled.utexas.edu/graphic-design-certificate-program?utm_source=Web&utm_medium=Paid&utm_campaign=GDCP&utm_content=PressRelease.

About TEXAS Extended Campus

As part of The University of Texas at Austin, TEXAS Extended Campus (TEC) draws upon the multiple strengths of the University to develop and offer programs that serve working professionals and lifelong learners in Austin and across Texas. Faculty members, industry professionals and curriculum experts produce courses and programs to benefit students at high school, college and professional levels.

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TEXAS Extended Campus Launches New Graphic Design Certificate Program

AUSTIN, Texas, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The TEXAS Extended Campus (TEC) at The University of Texas at Austin is excited to announce the debut of their Graphic Design Certificate Program. Beginning Aug. 26, this 12-week online course prepares students to begin a new career as a graphic designer. The program also enhances the skills of those who hold other creative roles in their…

AUSTIN, Texas, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The TEXAS Extended Campus (TEC) at The University of Texas at Austin is excited to announce the debut of their Graphic Design Certificate Program. Beginning Aug. 26, this 12-week online course prepares students to begin a new career as a graphic designer. The program also enhances the skills of those who hold other creative roles in their organization. Prospective students may attend an online information session on July 8, 2020, or Aug. 12, 2020.

The class structure includes one evening meeting per week where students will receive instruction on Adobe programs including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and After Effects, and a self-paced component comprised of educational modules for HTML and CSS coding. Students will use what they learn to build a website that showcases their portfolio of designs created while in class.

Course instructor Greg Hervey, a graduate of the UT College of Fine Arts, is a freelance graphic designer and web developer with over twenty years of experience. Hervey has developed and instructed courses for the UT College of Fine Arts, Austin Community College and UT Informal Classes. Hervey also provides design training for corporate clients, including The Austin Chronicle, GSD&M, Texas Monthly and Whole Foods.

«I’m thrilled to be teaching this program,» Hervey said. «I think we’ve developed a curriculum that will enable anyone serious about working in graphic design to hit the ground running, with a diverse set of highly marketable skills. I’ve been mastering these applications and refining these design skills throughout my career, and I can’t wait to share my knowledge and experience.»

Tuition for the Graphic Design Certificate Program is $3,899. Military members, Military Spouses and Veterans may be eligible for discounts and tuition assistance. A tuition payment plan, available to everyone, allows students to break down the full amount into three smaller payments.

For more information about the Graphic Design Certificate program, please visit https://professionaled.utexas.edu/graphic-design-certificate-program?utm_source=Web&utm_medium=Paid&utm_campaign=GDCP&utm_content=PressRelease.

About TEXAS Extended Campus

As part of The University of Texas at Austin, TEXAS Extended Campus (TEC) draws upon the multiple strengths of the University to develop and offer programs that serve working professionals and lifelong learners in Austin and across Texas. Faculty members, industry professionals and curriculum experts produce courses and programs to benefit students at high school, college and professional levels.

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FIBRA Prologis Acquires Premier Logistics Space in Mexico City and Guadalajara

MEXICO CITY, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today announced the acquisition of two logistics properties adding up to 139,860 square feet of infill, logistic space in Mexico City and Guadalajara for a total investment of Ps 202.3 million, including closing costs.  The <span…

MEXICO CITY, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today announced the acquisition of two logistics properties adding up to 139,860 square feet of infill, logistic space in Mexico City and Guadalajara for a total investment of Ps 202.3 million, including closing costs.  The Mexico City property is located in the Santa Maria sub-market while the Guadalajara property is located in the downtown area known as Antigua Zona Industrial.  Both properties are near densely populated, affluent and urbanized neighborhoods.  The properties are fully leased to British American Tobacco México for ten years.

«These acquisitions further our urban, Last Touch® strategy,» said Luis Gutierrez, CEO, Prologis Mexico. «These properties are in desirable locations within the consumption markets of Mexico City and Guadalajara, with access to a substantial workforce, as well as public transportation and importantly, in close proximity to the end consumer.»

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of March 31, 2020, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 191 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.9 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as «expects,» «anticipates,» «intends,» «plans,» «believes,» «seeks,» «estimates,» variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust («FIBRA») status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, (ix) risks related to the coronavirus pandemic, and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the «Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores» and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading «Risk Factors.» FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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FIBRA Prologis Adquiere Espacio Logístico Premier en Ciudad de México y Guadalajara

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, 23 de junio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14) uno de los fideicomisos de inversión en bienes raíces líder en inversión y administración de inmuebles logísticos clase A en México, anunció hoy la adquisición de dos propiedades logísticas agregando 139,860 pies de espacio urbano y logístico dentro de la Ciudad de México y Guadalajara con una inversión total de Ps. 202.3 millones, incluyendo costos de cierre. La propiedad de Ciudad de México está localizada en…

CIUDAD DE MÉXICO, 23 de junio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL 14) uno de los fideicomisos de inversión en bienes raíces líder en inversión y administración de inmuebles logísticos clase A en México, anunció hoy la adquisición de dos propiedades logísticas agregando 139,860 pies de espacio urbano y logístico dentro de la Ciudad de México y Guadalajara con una inversión total de Ps. 202.3 millones, incluyendo costos de cierre. La propiedad de Ciudad de México está localizada en el mercado de Santa María, mientras que la propiedad de Guadalajara está ubicada en la zona centro de la ciudad, conocida como Antigua Zona Industrial. Ambas propiedades están cerca de concentraciones importantes de población, afluentes y zonas urbanizadas. Las propiedades están totalmente arrendadas a British American Tobacco México por 10 años.

«Estas adquisiciones amplían nuestra estrategia de Last Touch®», dijo Luis Gutiérrez, Director General de Prologis México. «Estas propiedades se encuentran en ubicaciones atractivas dentro de los mercados de consumo de la Ciudad de México y Guadalajara, con acceso a una fuerza laboral sustancial, así como al transporte público y, lo que es más importante, muy cerca del consumidor final».

PERFIL DE FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis es uno de los fideicomisos de inversión en bienes raíces líder en inversión y administración de inmuebles industriales clase A en México. Al 31 de marzo de 2020, FIBRA Prologis consistía de 191 inmuebles destinados a logística y manufactura ubicados en seis mercados industriales en México, con una Área Rentable Bruta total de 34.9 millones de pies cuadrados (3.2 millones de metros cuadrados).

DECLARACIONES SOBRE HECHOS FUTUROS

Este comunicado contiene algunas declaraciones sobre hechos futuros. Dichas declaraciones están basadas en expectativas actuales, estimaciones y proyecciones de la industria y los mercados en los cuales FIBRA Prologis opera, así como en creencias y suposiciones derivadas del Administrador de FIBRA Prologis. Dichas declaraciones implican incertidumbres que pudieren llegar afectar significativamente los resultados financieros de FIBRA Prologis. Palabras como «espera», «anticipa», «intenta», «planea», «cree», «busca», «estima» o variaciones de las mismas y expresiones similares tienen la intención de identificar dichas declaraciones sobre hechos futuros, que por lo general no son de naturaleza histórica. Todas las declaraciones en relación con el rendimiento operacional, eventos o desarrollos que esperamos o anticipamos que ocurran en el futuro, incluyendo, declaraciones relacionadas con renta y crecimiento ocupacional, actividades de desarrollo y cambios en las ventas o en el volumen de propiedades a ser aportadas, enajenaciones, condiciones generales en las áreas geográficas en las que operamos, y nuestra deuda y posición financiera, serán consideradas declaraciones sobre hechos futuros. Estas declaraciones no garantizan un rendimiento futuro e implican ciertos riesgos, incertidumbres y supuestos que son difíciles de predecir. No obstante que creemos que las estimaciones contenidas en cualquier declaración sobre hechos futuros están basadas en suposiciones razonables, no podemos asegurar que nuestras expectativas se cumplirán y por lo tanto los resultados reales podrían diferir materialmente de lo expresado o previsto en dicha declaración. Algunos de los factores que pudieren llegar afectar dichas resultados incluyen, pero no se limitan, a: (i) la situación económica internacional, regional y local, (ii) los cambios en los mercados financieros, tasas de interés y tipos de cambio de moneda extranjera, (iii) aumento en, o surgimiento de, competencia respecto de nuestras propiedades, (iv) los riesgos asociados con adquisiciones, enajenación y desarrollo de propiedades, (v) el mantenimiento del régimen y estructura fiscal de un fideicomiso de inversión en bienes raíces, (vi) la disponibilidad de financiamiento y capital, los niveles de endeudamiento que mantengamos y nuestras calificaciones, (vii) los riesgos relacionados con nuestras inversiones, (viii) incertidumbres ambientales, incluyendo los riesgos de desastres naturales, (ix) riesgos relacionados a la actual pandemia de coronavirus, y (x) los factores de riesgo adicionales discutidos en los comunicados, informes, reportes, prospectos y suplementos presentados ante la Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores y la Bolsa Mexicana de Valores, S.A.B. de C.V., por FIBRA Prologis, bajo el rubro «Factores de Riesgo». Ni Prologis ni FIBRA Prologis asumen obligación alguna de actualizar las declaraciones sobre hechos futuros que aparecen en este comunicado.

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FIBRA Prologis Acquires Premier Logistics Space in Mexico City and Guadalajara

MEXICO CITY, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today announced the acquisition of two logistics properties adding up to 139,860 square feet of infill, logistic space in Mexico City and Guadalajara for a total investment of Ps 202.3 million, including closing costs.  The <span…

MEXICO CITY, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV: FIBRAPL14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today announced the acquisition of two logistics properties adding up to 139,860 square feet of infill, logistic space in Mexico City and Guadalajara for a total investment of Ps 202.3 million, including closing costs.  The Mexico City property is located in the Santa Maria sub-market while the Guadalajara property is located in the downtown area known as Antigua Zona Industrial.  Both properties are near densely populated, affluent and urbanized neighborhoods.  The properties are fully leased to British American Tobacco México for ten years.

«These acquisitions further our urban, Last Touch® strategy,» said Luis Gutierrez, CEO, Prologis Mexico. «These properties are in desirable locations within the consumption markets of Mexico City and Guadalajara, with access to a substantial workforce, as well as public transportation and importantly, in close proximity to the end consumer.»

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of March 31, 2020, FIBRA Prologis was comprised of 191 logistics and manufacturing facilities in six industrial markets in Mexico totaling 34.9 million square feet (3.2 million square meters) of gross leasable area.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as «expects,» «anticipates,» «intends,» «plans,» «believes,» «seeks,» «estimates,» variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust («FIBRA») status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, (ix) risks related to the coronavirus pandemic, and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the «Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores» and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading «Risk Factors.» FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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Telluride Is New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV Of The Year

IRVINE, Calif., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Kia Telluride is the 2020 New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year. Vehicles selected by NEMPA as best for winter driving in New England are those that offer a combination of winter-specific features and options plus the dynamic qualities that make for safe, enjoyable and competent all-weather driving. The winners are vehicles that meet and often exceed the wants, needs and desires of the New England…

IRVINE, Calif., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Kia Telluride is the 2020 New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year. Vehicles selected by NEMPA as best for winter driving in New England are those that offer a combination of winter-specific features and options plus the dynamic qualities that make for safe, enjoyable and competent all-weather driving. The winners are vehicles that meet and often exceed the wants, needs and desires of the New England motorist. Judging and evaluation was conducted by NEMPA’s media members who subjected the Telluride to many grueling miles on every road surface and in every weather condition the region could throw at it.

Telluride is New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year

«The Kia Telluride was the hands-down winner with a majority of NEMPA members,» said NEMPA president John Paul. «In this hotly contested three-row SUV category the Telluride excels, checking off all the boxes. Members were impressed with the overall quality of materials, ride, functionality, quiet cabin and the ability to handle historically brutal New England winters. The Telluride doesn’t just answer the cost quality equation, it knocks it out of the park with good looks, ride quality, functionality, and impressive safety technology all at a great price.»

«It’s high praise when New England auto journalists judge a vehicle worthy of the title best Winter SUV,» said Sean Yoon, President & CEO, Kia Motors America, Kia Motors North America. «Their region’s weather is famously rigorous and we’re thrilled Telluride is more than up for the task.»

Telluride has garnered more than 60 awards from media outlets around the country since its introduction. Demand continues to outpace supply and more than 60,000 Tellurides have been sold since going on sale early last year.

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America has been the highest ranked mass market brand in initial quality for five consecutive years according to J.D. Power1 and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the «Official Automotive Partner» of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

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.

*The Telluride, Sorento and Optima (excluding Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

1 Kia received the lowest rate of reported problems among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2015-19 U.S. Initial Quality Studies of new vehicle owners’ experiences with their own vehicle after 90 days of ownership. Visit jdpower.com/awards for more details.

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Telluride Is New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV Of The Year

IRVINE, Calif., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Kia Telluride is the 2020 New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year. Vehicles selected by NEMPA as best for winter driving in New England are those that offer a combination of winter-specific features and options plus the dynamic qualities that make for safe, enjoyable and competent all-weather driving. The winners are vehicles that meet and often exceed the wants, needs and desires of the New England…

IRVINE, Calif., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Kia Telluride is the 2020 New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year. Vehicles selected by NEMPA as best for winter driving in New England are those that offer a combination of winter-specific features and options plus the dynamic qualities that make for safe, enjoyable and competent all-weather driving. The winners are vehicles that meet and often exceed the wants, needs and desires of the New England motorist. Judging and evaluation was conducted by NEMPA’s media members who subjected the Telluride to many grueling miles on every road surface and in every weather condition the region could throw at it.

Telluride is New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year

«The Kia Telluride was the hands-down winner with a majority of NEMPA members,» said NEMPA president John Paul. «In this hotly contested three-row SUV category the Telluride excels, checking off all the boxes. Members were impressed with the overall quality of materials, ride, functionality, quiet cabin and the ability to handle historically brutal New England winters. The Telluride doesn’t just answer the cost quality equation, it knocks it out of the park with good looks, ride quality, functionality, and impressive safety technology all at a great price.»

«It’s high praise when New England auto journalists judge a vehicle worthy of the title best Winter SUV,» said Sean Yoon, President & CEO, Kia Motors America, Kia Motors North America. «Their region’s weather is famously rigorous and we’re thrilled Telluride is more than up for the task.»

Telluride has garnered more than 60 awards from media outlets around the country since its introduction. Demand continues to outpace supply and more than 60,000 Tellurides have been sold since going on sale early last year.

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America has been the highest ranked mass market brand in initial quality for five consecutive years according to J.D. Power1 and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the «Official Automotive Partner» of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

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.

*The Telluride, Sorento and Optima (excluding Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

1 Kia received the lowest rate of reported problems among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2015-19 U.S. Initial Quality Studies of new vehicle owners’ experiences with their own vehicle after 90 days of ownership. Visit jdpower.com/awards for more details.

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Telluride Is New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV Of The Year

IRVINE, Calif., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Kia Telluride is the 2020 New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year. Vehicles selected by NEMPA as best for winter driving in New England are those that offer a combination of winter-specific features and options plus the dynamic qualities that make for safe, enjoyable and competent all-weather driving. The winners are vehicles that meet and often exceed the wants, needs and desires of the New England…

IRVINE, Calif., June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Kia Telluride is the 2020 New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year. Vehicles selected by NEMPA as best for winter driving in New England are those that offer a combination of winter-specific features and options plus the dynamic qualities that make for safe, enjoyable and competent all-weather driving. The winners are vehicles that meet and often exceed the wants, needs and desires of the New England motorist. Judging and evaluation was conducted by NEMPA’s media members who subjected the Telluride to many grueling miles on every road surface and in every weather condition the region could throw at it.

Telluride is New England Motor Press Association Winter SUV of the Year

«The Kia Telluride was the hands-down winner with a majority of NEMPA members,» said NEMPA president John Paul. «In this hotly contested three-row SUV category the Telluride excels, checking off all the boxes. Members were impressed with the overall quality of materials, ride, functionality, quiet cabin and the ability to handle historically brutal New England winters. The Telluride doesn’t just answer the cost quality equation, it knocks it out of the park with good looks, ride quality, functionality, and impressive safety technology all at a great price.»

«It’s high praise when New England auto journalists judge a vehicle worthy of the title best Winter SUV,» said Sean Yoon, President & CEO, Kia Motors America, Kia Motors North America. «Their region’s weather is famously rigorous and we’re thrilled Telluride is more than up for the task.»

Telluride has garnered more than 60 awards from media outlets around the country since its introduction. Demand continues to outpace supply and more than 60,000 Tellurides have been sold since going on sale early last year.

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America has been the highest ranked mass market brand in initial quality for five consecutive years according to J.D. Power1 and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the «Official Automotive Partner» of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

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.

*The Telluride, Sorento and Optima (excluding Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

1 Kia received the lowest rate of reported problems among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2015-19 U.S. Initial Quality Studies of new vehicle owners’ experiences with their own vehicle after 90 days of ownership. Visit jdpower.com/awards for more details.

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New Report Explores How Giving To Churches Changed During Pandemic, Highlights a Growing Digital Divide

INDIANAPOLIS, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Givelify, the most downloaded mobile giving app used by more than 45,000 places of worship and nonprofit organizations, today released a new report that explores how giving to churches has changed during the pandemic. The report, <a target="_blank"…

INDIANAPOLIS, June 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Givelify, the most downloaded mobile giving app used by more than 45,000 places of worship and nonprofit organizations, today released a new report that explores how giving to churches has changed during the pandemic. The report, Giving In Faith: How Coronavirus Widened the Digital Divide, found that nearly 55% of faith-based organizations — particularly those that are digitally savvy — experienced consistent or increased giving levels during the pandemic.

GIVING IN FAITH - How Coronavirus Widened the Digital Divide (infographic)

Throughout COVID, places of worship have played a critical role in communities, providing food for those in need and support for members and neighbors. But with their doors closed and the nation dealing with economic turmoil, many faith-based organizations are struggling. Givelify looked at its own app data and surveyed more than 400 faith leaders and 300 congregants to better understand how giving to churches has changed during the pandemic and what the future holds.

The report uncovered several insights about giving during the pandemic and beyond:

  • Giving to churches increased or remained steady during COVID-19. Among places of worship, nearly a third reported an increase in donations, and a quarter saw consistent levels. The number of donations given each week on the Givelify mobile app nearly doubled between March 15 and April 18, highlighting the generosity of faith-based donors.
     
  • Digitally savvy faith-based organizations fared better financially during COVID. During the pandemic, places of worship using Givelify saw a nearly 10% increase in the size of donations. Faith-based organizations on Givelify with a strong digital presence (website, live streaming, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube) saw 533% more donations than those without.
     
  • The pandemic may accelerate a longer-term digital transformation, moving church giving primarily online. 92% of donors said they will continue to donate primarily online and on mobile after the pandemic ends and 94% of faith leaders believe online and mobile giving is here to stay.
     
  • Faith-based giving is not exclusive to one place of worship. During the pandemic, more than 20% of people gave to multiple places of worship, a number that has steadily risen over the past few years. This points to the changing relationships that people have with places of worship and the desire to belong to multiple faith-based communities.

«The Giving in Faith report underscores what we’ve known all along at Givelify: that people are inherently generous, despite unimaginably tough circumstances. Mobile giving and online engagement allow faith leaders to tap into that generosity, making it easy for people to show their support. A digital transformation was already underway in the faith community, and COVID has accelerated it. Places of worship need a digital presence to not only survive the pandemic but thrive into the future,» said Wale Mafolasire, Founder and CEO of Givelify.

Giving in Faith is the first report in an annual series that will explore the state of online and mobile giving in the faith-based community.

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About Givelify
Givelify is where places of worship and nonprofits come to instantly connect with the fastest growing community of people doing good, one simple, joyful gift at a time. With a rating of 4.9 out of 5 from nearly 40,000 verified reviews on the App Store and Google Play, Givelify’s free mobile giving app is the most downloaded, highest rated and most reviewed platform for growing online donations. Over 45,000 places of worship and nonprofits are growing generosity and furthering their missions on Givelify. To learn more, visit www.Givelify.com.   

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Un Nuevo Estudio Analiza Cómo las Donaciones a las Iglesias Cambiaron Durante la Pandemia, y Revela una Creciente Brecha Digital

INDIANÁPOLIS, 23 de junio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Givelify, la aplicación móvil de donaciones más descargada, utilizada por más de 45,000 lugares de adoración y organizaciones sin fines de lucro, ha publicado hoy un nuevo informe que explora cómo las donaciones a las iglesias han cambiado durante la pandemia. El informe, <a target="_blank"…

INDIANÁPOLIS, 23 de junio de 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Givelify, la aplicación móvil de donaciones más descargada, utilizada por más de 45,000 lugares de adoración y organizaciones sin fines de lucro, ha publicado hoy un nuevo informe que explora cómo las donaciones a las iglesias han cambiado durante la pandemia. El informe, Dar en Fe: Cómo el Coronavirus Amplió la Brecha Digital, encontró que casi el 55% de las organizaciones religiosas, en particular las que tienen conocimientos digitales, experimentaron niveles de donaciones constantes o mayores durante la pandemia. 

GIVING IN FAITH - How Coronavirus Widened the Digital Divide (Infografía)

A lo largo de COVID, los lugares de adoración han desempeñado un papel fundamental en las comunidades, proporcionando alimentos a los necesitados y apoyo a los miembros y vecinos. Pero con sus puertas cerradas y la nación lidiando con la crisis económica, muchas organizaciones religiosas están en dificultades. Givelify analizó los datos de su propia aplicación y encuestó a más de 400 líderes religiosos y 300 feligreses para comprender mejor cómo las donaciones religiosas han cambiado durante la pandemia y qué nos espera en el futuro.

El informe reveló varios datos acerca de dar durante la pandemia y más allá:

  • Las donaciones a las organizaciones religiosas aumentaron o se mantuvieron constantes durante COVID-19. Entre los lugares de adoración, casi un tercio informó de un aumento de las donaciones, y un cuarto vio niveles constantes. El número de donaciones realizadas cada semana en la aplicación móvil Givelify casi se duplicó entre el 15 de marzo y el 18 de abril, lo que destaca la generosidad de los donantes religiosos.
  • Las organizaciones religiosas con conocimiento digital se desempeñaron mejor financieramente durante COVID. Durante la pandemia, los lugares de adoración usando Givelify vieron un aumento de casi el 10% en el tamaño de las donaciones. Las organizaciones religiosas en Givelify con una fuerte presencia digital (sitio web, transmisión en vivo, Twitter, Instagram y YouTube) vieron un 533% más de donaciones que las que no la tenían.
  • La pandemia puede acelerar una transformación digital a largo plazo, moviendo las donaciones a iglesias principalmente en línea. El 92% de los donantes dijeron que continuarán donando principalmente en línea y por móvil después de que la pandemia termine y el 94% de los líderes religiosos creen que las donaciones en línea y móvil están aquí para permanecer.
  • Las donaciones basadas en la fe no son exclusivas a un lugar de adoración. Durante la pandemia, más del 20% de las personas donaron a múltiples lugares de adoración, un número que ha aumentado constantemente en los últimos años. Esto apunta a las cambiantes relaciones que la gente tiene con los lugares de adoración y el deseo de pertenecer a múltiples comunidades religiosas.

«El informe Dar en Fe subraya lo que hemos sabido todo el tiempo en Givelify: que las personas son intrínsecamente generosas, a pesar de las circunstancias inimaginablemente duras. Las donaciones a través del móvil y el compromiso en línea permiten a los líderes religiosos aprovechar esa generosidad, facilitando que la gente muestre su apoyo. Una transformación digital ya estaba en marcha en la comunidad religiosa, y COVID la ha acelerado. Los lugares de adoración necesitan una presencia digital no sólo para sobrevivir a la pandemia, sino para prosperar en el futuro», dijo Wale Mafolasire, Fundador y Director General de Givelify.

Dar en Fe es el primer informe de una serie anual que explorará el estado de la donación digital en línea y móvil en la comunidad religiosa.

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Acerca de Givelify
Givelify es donde los lugares de adoración y las organizaciones sin fines de lucro se conectan instantáneamente con la comunidad de personas que hacen el bien con mayor rapidez, un simple y alegre regalo a la vez. Givelify es la aplicación móvil más descargada, mejor valorada y gratuita, donde más de 45,000 lugares de culto y organizaciones sin fines de lucro están creciendo en generosidad y fomentando sus misiones. Givelify tiene una calificación de 4.9 de 5 de casi 40,000 reseñas verificadas en la App Store y en Google Play. Para obtener más información, visite www.Givelify.com/Espanol.

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