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CleanSpark’s GridFabric Completes OpenADR Certification for EV Charging Company, KIGT

SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CleanSpark, Inc. (Nasdaq: CLSK), («CleanSpark, or the Company»), an advanced software and controls technology solutions company focused on solving modern energy challenges, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, GridFabric has completed the process of OpenADR certification for KIGT, Inc. KIGT is an electric vehicle (EV) charging, software and technology company focusing on charging stations and related software for commercial, fleet, and…

SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — CleanSpark, Inc. (Nasdaq: CLSK), («CleanSpark, or the Company»), an advanced software and controls technology solutions company focused on solving modern energy challenges, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, GridFabric has completed the process of OpenADR certification for KIGT, Inc. KIGT is an electric vehicle (EV) charging, software and technology company focusing on charging stations and related software for commercial, fleet, and residential vehicles.

CleanSpark’s EV Charging Solutions Set to Deploy Across California, Hawaii.

KIGT’s charging platform and proprietary software have now been added to the official list of OpenADR certified products. The list of entities having achieved certification, including KIGT, can be found at https://products.openadr.org/product/kigt-inc-kigt_ven/

KIGT, an Ontario, California based firm, was founded as a reseller of EV charging equipment more than a decade ago. The principals of the company identified a need within the electric vehicle sector for a more efficient, faster charging and affordable solution. The team at KIGT successfully launched a proprietary platform and began manufacturing their own products in 2014. This Open ADR certification will enable KIGT to enter new markets, participating alongside other, older EV charging companies in serving entities including major California Utilities and HECO (Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc.).

We believe the electric vehicle market is poised for exponential growth. According to McKinsey & Company, «With consumer focus shifting towards sustainability, it is anticipated that expenditure on electric vehicles will double over the next 5 years.»

Paul Francis, Co-Founder of KIGT, said of the announcement, «OpenADR certification will be a key driver for our growth in 2021, allowing us to work with leading utilities’ demand response and incentive programs. GridFabric made the process easy, as we were able to become fully certified much quicker and at a significantly lower cost than attempting the certification process alone.»

Zach Bradford, CleanSpark’s President and Chief Executive Officer stated, «GridFabric’s Plaid product is one of the fastest ways for a company like KIGT to achieve full OpenADR certification across their platform. This process allows them to participate in utility load shifting programs, rapidly. Alternatively, the process of achieving certification without this program can result in months-long delays and substantial capital expenditures. This project is yet another successful deployment of GridFabric’s unique offering within the broader EV charging industry.» Adding, «GridFabric, has continued to expand its network of customers since its acquisition by CleanSpark in 2020. Following President Biden’s remarks this week committing to the replacement of the entire Federal fleet with electric vehicles, we believe the focus on rapid certification of EV charging systems is poised to accelerate over the course of the coming years.»  

Executive Chairman Matthew Schultz will also be speaking today, January 28th at 12pm Eastern at the RenMark Virtual Roadshow.  To view the live presentation, CLICK HERE.  A recording will be available on the Company investor website a few days after the presentation.

Parties interested in learning more about CleanSpark products and services are encouraged to inquire by contacting the Company directly at info@cleanspark.com or visiting the Company’s websites at www.cleanspark.com or www.gridfabric.io.

Investors are encouraged to contact the Company at ir@cleanspark.com or visiting the Company’s website at https://ir.cleanspark.com/

About CleanSpark:
CleanSpark, Inc., a Nevada corporation, is in the business of providing advanced software and controls technology solutions to solve modern energy challenges.  We have a suite of software solutions that provide end-to-end microgrid energy modeling, energy market communications, and energy management solutions.  Our offerings consist of intelligent energy monitoring and controls, intelligent microgrid design software, middleware communications protocols for the energy industry, energy system engineering, and software consulting services. 

Through its wholly owned subsidiary ATL Data Centers LLC, CleanSpark owns and operates a data center that provides customers with traditional on-site and cloud-based data center services. The Company also owns and operates a fleet of over 3,400 ASIC (application-specific integrated circuit) Bitcoin miners producing over 200 PH/s in mining capacity. Capacity is expected to increase to over 300 PH/s in mining capacity in early 2021. CleanSpark plans to apply its technologies with a goal of mining bitcoins at the lowest energy prices in the United States. For more information, visit https://ATL-DATA.com

About KIGT Inc.
KIGT is an Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Manufacturer that also creates the operating software. KIGT helps Plug-in Car Drivers save time and money by providing faster charging for home, workplace, public and fleet with software that makes it easier to manage fueling and energy expenses.  Learn more at https://kigtinc.com

Forward-Looking Statements:
CleanSpark cautions you that statements in this press release that are not a description of historical facts are forward-looking statements. These statements are based on CleanSpark’s current beliefs and expectations. The inclusion of forward-looking statements should not be regarded as a representation by CleanSpark that any of our plans will be achieved. Actual results may differ from those set forth in this press release due to the risk and uncertainties inherent in our business, including, without limitation: the successful deployment of energy solutions in the electric vehicle or other sectors, the fitness of our energy software and solutions for this particular application or market, the expectations of future revenue growth may not be realized, ongoing demand for our software products and related services, the impact of global pandemics (including COVID-19) on the demand for our products and services; and other risks described in our prior press releases and in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including under the heading «Risk Factors» in our Annual Report on Form 10-K and any subsequent filings with the SEC. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof, and we undertake no obligation to revise or update this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement, which is made under the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

Contact – Investor Relations:
CleanSpark, Inc.
Investor Relations
(801)-244-4405

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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) announced today that it received a perfect score of 100 on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality, administrated by the Human Rights Campaign. The honor marks Wyndham’s third consecutive year earning a perfect score on the CEI, designating the company as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality.

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PARSIPPANY, N.J., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) announced today that it received a perfect score of 100 on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality, administrated by the Human Rights Campaign. The honor marks Wyndham’s third consecutive year earning a perfect score on the CEI, designating the company as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality.

«This recognition highlights our dedication to recruiting and retaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of our guests, owners and communities around the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive work culture where all of our team members can thrive,» says Geoffrey A. Ballotti, chief executive officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. «Recognizing that embracing inclusivity is good business, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts appeals to diverse consumers, cultivating welcoming environments in its hotels, in addition to supporting its team members.»

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is among 1,142 businesses rated in this year’s report. Human Rights Campaign uses criteria based on equitable benefits for LGBTQ workers and their families; non-discrimination policies across business entities; supporting an inclusive culture; and corporate social responsibility. The CEI rates employers providing crucial protections to over 18 million U.S. workers and an additional 17 million abroad. Companies rated in the CEI include Fortune magazine’s 500 largest publicly traded businesses, American Lawyer magazine’s top 200 revenue-grossing law firms (AmLaw 200), and hundreds of publicly and privately held mid- to large-sized businesses.

Wyndham’s commitment to supporting the LGBTQ community is reflected both inside and outside of the company:

  • In support of fostering an inclusive environment where our team members feel comfortable to be their authentic selves, we launched a campaign on October 21, 2020-International Pronouns Day to promote awareness about pronouns and how our team members can self-identify should they choose to do so. 
  • In 2019, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts joined the HRC Business Coalition for the Equality Act, a group of leading U.S. employers that support the Equality Act.
  • Wyndham offers a range of diversity and inclusion resources for team members and senior leadership, including an executive Social Responsibility Council and Pride, an affinity business group.
  • Wyndham Hotels & Resorts also partners with leading organizations including HRC, National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce and International Gay & Lesbian Travel Association.

For more information on the 2021 Corporate Equality Index, or to download a free copy of the report, visit www.hrc.org/cei.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with approximately 9,000 hotels across approximately 90 countries on six continents. Through its network of 804,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 20 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is also a leading provider of hotel management services. The Company’s award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers 85 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit www.wyndhamhotels.com.

Contact:
Scott Carman
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
+1 (973) 753-6590
scott.carman@wyndham.com

 

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Havis Introduces All New Solution for the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle

WARMINSTER, Pa., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Havis, Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of in-vehicle mobile working solutions for the public safety sector, is pleased to introduce a new suite of products to support the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) and Special Service Vehicle (SSV).

Our updated collection of rugged solutions presents law-enforcement professionals with a «Dash to Trunk» line of purpose-built and innovative solutions that provide best-in-class…

WARMINSTER, Pa., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Havis, Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of in-vehicle mobile working solutions for the public safety sector, is pleased to introduce a new suite of products to support the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) and Special Service Vehicle (SSV).

Our updated collection of rugged solutions presents law-enforcement professionals with a «Dash to Trunk» line of purpose-built and innovative solutions that provide best-in-class comfort and ease of use.

«Chevrolet’s commitment to public safety is evident in the 2021 Tahoe PPV and SSV offerings,» said Chris Bernert, Havis Director of Sales. «Havis has worked diligently to meet their vehicle innovations with a worthy collection of aftermarket solutions.»

Various console heights, lengths, and widths are offered for the 2021 Tahoe PPV and SSV to meet diverse equipment and comfort requirements. An assortment of vehicle-specific, heavy-duty device mounts provides secure stowage for laptops, tablets, and other mission-critical equipment. Standard accessories such as motion devices, printer mounts, armrests, and cup holders, are offered to complete any vehicle upfit.

«Havis appreciates that the needs of public safety officers in North America vary by application and location,» said Brett Young, Havis National Sales Manager for Public Safety. «We are proud to offer American-made products supporting one of America’s leading public safety SUVs and providing for the different needs of officers across the country.»

Havis K9 inserts are available in standard or extended lengths, and a combination K9/Prisoner Transport is offered as well. Featuring black or white durable powder coat finishes, these K9 solutions reduce rattle, maximize visibility, improve operability, and increase versatility. These products are constructed to meet the safety and comfort needs of officers and their companions.

Vehicle specific rear storage mounts are available to support Havis’s modular storage line, consisting of easily stackable drawers with various size and lock options. Cargo plates and a cargo barrier for mounting and protecting valuable items in the trunk of the vehicle are also in development.

For more information and to see the complete suite of Havis products for the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV and SSV vehicles, contact media@havis.com, or visit http://www.havis.com.

ABOUT HAVIS
Havis, Inc., is a privately held, ISO 9001:2015 certified company that manufactures in-vehicle mobile office solutions for public safety, public works, government agencies, and mobile professionals. For more than 80 years, the Havis mission has been to increase mobile worker productivity with industry-leading products that are built to the highest safety and quality standards and are designed with comfort in mind. Havis is dedicated to responsible intellectual property management, and fosters ongoing innovation. Havis’s patent and trademark portfolio demonstrate a commitment to consistently researching and developing unique products and solutions for mobile industries around the world. With headquarters in Warminster, PA, and an additional location in Plymouth, MI, Havis currently employs more than 300 people. For more information on Havis, please call 1-800-524-9900 or visit http://www.havis.com.

Media Contact

Sara Meyer, Havis, 2159570720, smeyer@havis.com

 

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Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Inspires Future Journeys As The Iconic Brand’s New Vision Debuts Around The World

BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — With travelers dreaming of new discoveries in 2021, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is ready to welcome them as it unveils the initial hotels around the world exemplifying the brand’s new vision: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, USA;…

BETHESDA, Md., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — With travelers dreaming of new discoveries in 2021, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is ready to welcome them as it unveils the initial hotels around the world exemplifying the brand’s new vision: Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, USA; Sheraton Denver Downtown, USA; Sheraton Tel Aviv, Israel; Sheraton Grand Dubai, UAE; Sheraton Guangzhou, China and Sheraton Mianyang, China.

Following Marriott International’s announcement in 2018 of its plans to refresh the iconic brand for today’s travelers, the completion of the renovations at these hotels is an important milestone in the brand’s reinvention journey. There is now momentum building for the transformation, with over 40 hotels around the world expected to reflect the new brand vision by the end of 2022.

«This is a pivotal moment for Sheraton as we see hotel owners embracing the new vision and bringing it to life for the first time,» said Amanda Nichols, Senior Director and Global Brand Leader of Sheraton Hotels. «Over the past 80 years, Sheraton has always offered guests the time-honored assurance of a welcoming community. We’re proud to have built on this legacy in the new concept, creating an environment where guests can enjoy all the familiar comforts of the Sheraton brand, but with fresh, contemporary updates. As travel resumes, we look forward to welcoming guests into this new chapter for Sheraton.»

Drawing on its roots as a community hub for locals and guests at flagship locations globally, the new approach for Sheraton creates an intuitive and holistic experience with places to connect, be productive and feel part of something. The layered design approach, balancing a sense of timelessness with a fresh and modern feel, aims to create an environment where guests feel comfortable and at ease, whether working, meeting or relaxing.

A Modern-Day «Public Square»

At the heart of the new Sheraton experience is the lobby. This has been re-imagined as the «Public Square» of the hotel; a holistic, open space that invites people to join together or be alone amongst others, creating a sense of energy and belonging. With a flow that is natural, intuitive and uncomplicated, guests have what they need within arm’s reach, all set against an inviting backdrop that feels warm and comfortable yet refined.

Built into the new design are signature elements such as the Community Table, an inviting, purpose-built workspace that will anchor each hotel’s lobby and allow guests to work, eat and drink while soaking up the energy of the space. Following Sheraton’s philosophy to embrace both form and function, these tables are custom designed with amenities to keep guests productive, including built-in lighting, outlets and wireless charging stations.

The Studios, flexible gathering spaces available to book whenever a guest needs it, celebrate collaborative working and connecting with others in a less formal setting. Built on raised platforms and enclosed with glass, the tech-enabled Studios welcome guests to contribute to the energy of the public space while also providing privacy and focus for everything from small group meetings to private dining experiences. Soundproof booths are also strategically placed throughout the lobby, perfect for a spontaneous phone call to connect privately with friends, family or colleagues from afar.

Built with its global, productivity-focused guest in mind, Sheraton’s new elevated food & beverage philosophy creates a focal point in the lobby experience. Part bar, part coffee bar, part market, the Coffee Bar Bar is a central pillar of the new Sheraton vision, transitioning guests seamlessly from day to night with food & beverage options that are locally-sourced, easy to consume while working and customizable to accommodate all tastes and time schedules. 

Guest Rooms & Club Lounges That Champion Productivity

In the new guest rooms, guests are welcomed into a bright, well-lit space with warm, residential appeal, comprised of soft finishes and light wood tones accentuated with black metal accents. The rooms have been reimagined with new tools for productivity, such as a height-adjustable work table, integrated power and charging and layered lighting; while still retaining some of the classic Sheraton signature amenities, including the luxurious Sheraton Sleep Experience platform bed. The guest bathroom has also been completely redesigned with new and modern walk-in showers and bath amenities by Gilchrist & Soames.

The Sheraton Club Lounge, an exclusive space for Marriott Bonvoy Elite members and Sheraton Club level guests, has also undergone an upgrade as part of the transformation. The new design ensures the space is welcoming, elevated and purposefully designed for a layered and engaging experience that transitions seamlessly with activations from morning to evening. Guests will find updated food and beverage offerings, premium amenities, enhanced connectivity, and 24/7 access to provide a private environment.

Commitment to Clean

Sheraton Hotels are following Marriott International’s Commitment to Clean protocols, created in partnership with leading experts in food and water safety, hygiene and infection prevention, and hotel operations. These protocols include mandated mask wearing for all associates within the hotel, and the use of disinfectants recommended by the Centers for Disease Control in the country/region where the hotel operates and the World Health Organization to sanitize surfaces in the hotels.

A Continuous Journey

There are currently 446 Sheraton hotels in 74 countries and territories around the world, making it Marriott International’s most global brand. In 2021, Sheraton Hotels will continue on its transformation journey, with the brand expecting to showcase new guest experience programs and complete renovations in locations including Nashville, USA; Toronto, Canada; Nice, France; Kiev, Ukraine; and Xi’an, China.

For a full set of photos of the six first redesigned hotels, please click HERE

To find out more about the new Sheraton experience, visit: https://sheraton.marriott.com/experience/new-sheraton/

Note on forward-looking statements:

This press release contains «forward-looking statements» within the meaning of U.S. federal securities laws, including expected hotel renovations and similar statements concerning possible future events or expectations that are not historical facts. We caution you that these statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to numerous evolving risks and uncertainties that we may not be able to accurately predict or assess, including those we identify below and other risk factors that we identify in our U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including our most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Risks that could affect forward-looking statements in this press release include the duration and scope of COVID-19, including the location and extent of resurgences of the virus and the availability of effective treatments or vaccines; its short and longer-term impact on the demand for travel, transient and group business, and levels of consumer confidence; actions governments, businesses and individuals have taken or may take in response to the pandemic, including limiting or banning travel and/or in-person gatherings or imposing occupancy or other restrictions on lodging or other facilities; the impact of the pandemic and actions taken in response to the pandemic on global and regional economies, travel, and economic activity, including the duration and magnitude of COVID-19’s impact on unemployment rates and consumer discretionary spending; the ability of our owners and franchisees to successfully navigate the impacts of COVID-19; the pace of recovery when the pandemic subsides or effective treatments or vaccines become available; general economic uncertainty in key global markets and a worsening of global economic conditions or low levels of economic growth; the effects of steps we and our property owners and franchisees take to reduce operating costs and/or enhance certain health and cleanliness protocols at our hotels; competitive conditions in the lodging industry; relationships with clients and property owners; and the availability of capital to finance hotel growth and refurbishment. Any of these factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations we express or imply in this press release. We make these forward-looking statements as of the date of this press release, and undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

About Sheraton Hotels & Resorts 

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott International, Inc., makes it easy for guests to feel part of something special at nearly 450 hotels in over 70 countries and territories around the world. As the most global brand within Marriott International’s portfolio sitting at the center of hundreds of communities around the world, Sheraton has a rich heritage in creating a sense of belonging for guests, wherever they are in the world. Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is currently undergoing a major brand transformation at properties around the world to bring its signature community experience up-to-date for the next generation of travelers. The new vision for Sheraton features intuitive design, tech-forward experiences and upgrades to everything from guest rooms to F&B. To learn more, visit www.sheraton.com. Stay connected to Sheraton on Facebook, and @sheratonhotels on Twitter and Instagram. Sheraton is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy™, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com. 

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IQST – iQSTEL To Develop Battery Solution For Electric Vehicle Industry

NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iQSTEL, Inc. (USOTC: IQST) today announced a new battery development initiative targeting the burgeoning electric vehicle industry.

 

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NEW YORK, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — iQSTEL, Inc. (USOTC: IQST) today announced a new battery development initiative targeting the burgeoning electric vehicle industry.

 

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iQSTEL’s subsidiary, loT Labs Mx (www.iotlabs.mx), leads the company’s Technology Division.  IoT Labs has for the last two years been developing an array of IoT solutions. IoT Labs, now a part of iQSTEL, is accelerating its development efforts on a battery solution for the Electric Vehicles (EV) industry with the synergies it has gained through the technology and business base provided by iQSTEL’s Telecom Division.

IoT Labs also engages in the development of other technologies. Its landmark Smart Gas technology (www.iotsmartGas.com) won the Smart Appliance of the Year award from Iot Break through (www.iotbreakthrough.com).

Stemming from IoT Lab’s Smart Gas experience, IoT Labs has initiated a research and development project to build a Smart solution designed specifically for the Chemical Industry (www.iotsmartTank.com) to assist in the management of pressurized and non-pressurized containers, vessels and tanks.

Recently, IoT Labs began working with Alternet Systems, Inc. (USOTC: ALYI) to develop Smart EV solutions (www.iotsmartEV.com) that IoT Labs will in turn market to the entire EV industry. Under the current project timeline, IoT Labs anticipates a Smart EV solution suite prototype by July of this year.

In conjunction with IoT Labs ongoing work with Alternet Systems, IoT Labs is expanding its EV industry scope to include the development of a proprietary battery solution (www.iQBatteries.com). The battery development initiative is well underway. iQSTEL plans to soon release more details on the battery development initiative. Stay tuned.

About iQSTEL Inc (Updated):

iQSTEL Inc (OTC: IQST) (www.iQSTEL.com) is a US-based publicly-listed company offering leading-edge Telecommunication, Technology and Fintech Services for Global Markets, with presence in 13 countries. The company provides services to the Telecommunications, Electric Vehicle (EV), Liquid Fuel Distribution, Chemical and Financial Services Industries. iQSTEL has 4 Business Divisions: Telecom, Technology, Fintech and Blockchain, with worldwide B2B and B2C customer relations operating through its subsidiaries: Etelix, SwissLink, QGlobal SMS, SMSDirectos, IoT Labs, Global Money One and itsBchain. The Company has an extensive portfolio of products and services for its clients: SMS, VoIP, 4G & 5G international infrastructure connectivity, Cloud-PBX, OmniChannel Marketing, IoT Smart Electric Vehicle Platform, iQ Batteries, IoT Smart Gas Platform, IoT Smart Tank Platform, Visa Debit Card, Money Remittance, Mobile Number Portability Application MNPA (Blockchain Platform) and Settlement & Payments Marketplace (Blockchain Platform).

Safe Harbor Statement: Statements in this news release may be «forward-looking statements». Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements that express our intentions, beliefs, expectations, strategies, predictions or any other statements relating to our future activities or other future events or conditions. These statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about our business based, in part, on assumptions made by management. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Therefore, actual outcomes and results may, and are likely to, differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in forward-looking statements due to numerous factors. Any forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release and iQSTEL Inc. undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this news release.

iQSTEL Inc.

IR US Phone: +1 646-740-0907, IR Email: investors@iqstel.com

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University of South Florida’s new Center for Justice Research & Policy to tackle police reform, fairness in the justice system

TAMPA, Fla. , Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The University of South Florida today announced the launch of an interdisciplinary center dedicated to serving Tampa Bay as the major training and knowledge hub for issues related to social and criminal justice. The <a target="_blank"…

TAMPA, Fla. , Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The University of South Florida today announced the launch of an interdisciplinary center dedicated to serving Tampa Bay as the major training and knowledge hub for issues related to social and criminal justice. The Center for Justice Research & Policy unites scholars and practitioners from colleges across USF’s three campuses, area law enforcement agencies and community advocates. Together, they provide learning opportunities for students, collaborative community-engaged research and actionable, evidence-based solutions to address some of the justice system’s greatest challenges.

The center is funded in part by a five-year, $1.2 million grant from the National Institute of Justice awarded to co-directors Edelyn Verona, professor of psychology, and Bryanna Fox, associate professor of criminology. The grant is consistent with the center’s mission to apply rigorous research to advance evidence-based criminal justice practices.

«The causes and responses to crime are multi-systemic, but rarely do we see truly collaborative efforts on these fronts,» Fox said. «It’s been a long-time goal to establish an interdisciplinary hub focused on conducting research and innovating real-world strategies to help reduce crime and incarceration, promote safe communities and improve outcomes for people in the justice system. This center is one of the first to do just that.»

«It’s beyond time that we lay the groundwork for moving beyond academic silos and science-public communication gaps to allow for innovative ideas that produce practical results,» Verona said. «As recent events around the country show, we need multilevel solutions that address the various biases and improve the effectiveness of the system to ensure public safety.»

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Lightning and Tampa Bay Rays/Tampa Bay Rowdies organizations have each provided a $25,000 gift to the USF Foundation to support projects involving the evaluation and implementation of police reform. The teams have publicly expressed concerns over social injustices in the Black community.

«The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are proud to support the new USF Center for Justice Research & Policy,» said Darcie Glazer Kassewitz, Tampa Bay Buccaneers co-owner. «Our players and staff are steadfast in their commitment to creating programs and enhancing initiatives that reverse the course of systemic injustice. It takes all of us to foster an equitable society, and we will continue to work hand in hand with our community partners to implement purposeful change throughout Tampa Bay.»

«We are delighted at the opportunity to partner – along with our friends at the Rays and Bucs – with USF to make training and learning opportunities available for the Tampa Bay community,» said Steve Griggs, CEO of the Tampa Bay Lightning. «Ensuring that courageous conversations like these are ongoing is incredibly important for continuing to advance our community. The Lightning remains committed to ensuring that everyone has a seat at the table and this new USF social and criminal justice center will do just that.»

«The USF Center for Justice Research & Policy is doing important work in the study of criminal and social justice policy to move us closer to equity,» said Tampa Bay Rays President & Tampa Bay Rowdies Vice Chairman Brian Auld. «We are proud to support their work.»

Several projects are underway at the center. Fox and Verona have been working with the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office to study and evaluate reentry services for jail inmates. Fox is also providing oversight of new policies and procedures enacted by the Tampa Police Department to improve its relationship with communities of color. The formal partnership follows her review of feedback provided by the Mayor’s Community Task Force on Policing.

«USF has been an incredible partner in our mission to embrace progressive policies here in Tampa. This new research center will allow USF to continue the important work of understanding the barriers to equity and how we can break them down together. They have already made significant contributions to nationwide conversations on social justice and this center will be another opportunity to further those conversations that are key to progress,» Tampa Mayor Jane Castor said.  «We are proud to be home to this top research university that continues to lead the way and make a positive, long-lasting impact.»

The center’s leadership team has vast expertise in crime prevention, substance abuse, juvenile justice, gun violence, human trafficking, forensic anthropology and the court system. In addition to research, they’ll offer training events to community partners on topics such as, evidence-based policing, criminal justice reform, crisis intervention and reentry services, risk assessment and more.

Undergraduate and graduate USF students with varying majors will have the opportunity to collaborate through the center and participate in translational, community-engaged research, and help identify practical applications for their findings. This experience will serve as a model for their future work as scholars and practitioners.

In addition to launching the center, USF has taken a series of actions in recent months to work toward dismantling systemic racism and actively promote racial equity across its campuses and in surrounding communities.

About the University of South Florida
The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota–Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF has earned widespread national recognition for its success graduating under-represented minority and limited-income students at rates equal to or higher than white and higher income students. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.


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Bird Fatalities In Wind Farms Greatly Reduced By Using IdentiFlight AI Technology

LOUISVILLE, Colo., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — IdentiFlight® is excited to announce that an independent study, «Automated curtailment of wind turbines reduces eagle fatalities,» was recently published in the Journal…

LOUISVILLE, Colo., Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — IdentiFlight® is excited to announce that an independent study, «Automated curtailment of wind turbines reduces eagle fatalities,» was recently published in the Journal of Applied Ecology.  Conducted by The Peregrine Fund, in cooperation with Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. and the US Geological Survey, at a wind farm site in Wyoming, the research showed use of the IdentiFlight system resulted in an 82 percent reduction of eagle fatalities. 

Bird fatalities in wind farms greatly reduced by using IdentiFlight artificial intelligence technology

«Avian collisions with turbine blades have been a long-time concern in the wind industry.  The IdentiFlight avian detection technology was developed to address this problem and promote the successful coexistence of avian wildlife and wind energy,» said Ben Quinn, Senior Vice President at IdentiFlight. «We now have conclusive evidence that IdentiFlight can be utilized as a mitigation and minimization solution for current and future wind projects.»

Dr. Chris McClure, Director of Global Conservation Science at The Peregrine Fund and lead author on this study, noted, «These results show that using the IdentiFlight system can lessen numbers of fatalities of eagles at wind energy facilities, reducing the conflict between wind energy and raptor conservation. As this technology continues to develop and improve, it has the potential to greatly impact raptor conservation around the globe.»

Continually Evolving Technology

The IdentiFlight system is commercially deployed at projects around the world and has actively tracked and documented over 2.2 million eagle tracks. Documented images increase by more than 10 million every year with over 47 million images of protected species gathered. With every image, the IdentiFlight system becomes more accurate and robust.

Carlos Jorquera, Chief Technology Officer for IdentiFlight, stated, «One of the advantages of the IdentiFlight system is its ability to learn from the massive amounts of data that it collects daily from eagles and other protected bird species around the world. By leveraging artificial intelligence technologies, such as machine-learning and convolutional neural networks, the system continuously improves as the data set grows.»

Quinn added, «In fact, IdentiFlight has achieved dramatic improvements in the time since this study was completed with expanded capabilities and new avian species added to better serve global needs, including Red and Black Kites, Golden Eagles, Bald Eagles, Wedge-tailed Eagles, White-tailed Eagles, Lesser Spotted Eagles and Condors.  We are excited about the future of IdentiFlight and look forward to continuing to demonstrate that wildlife and wind generation can coexist.»

How IdentiFlight Works

The IdentiFlight system blends artificial intelligence with high-precision optical technology to detect eagles and other protected avian species.    Proprietary software and neural network technologies process the images to determine 3D position, velocity, trajectory, and protected species of interest, all within seconds of detection. IdentiFlight towers operate as an autonomous system detecting, classifying, and curtailing specific turbines that could pose a risk to the bird.  The system detects a bird as far as one kilometer away, classifying it as a protected species such as an eagle (or not) in real time. The IdentiFlight towers can be positioned to cover multiple turbines in a single wind farm.  When installed as a network with overlapping aerial coverage, the systems work together to provide the most protection possible for avian activity in the area. 

About IdentiFlight

IdentiFlight markets, delivers, and operates machine vision and AI technology for avian species detection and is a product of Boulder Imaging. In an operating windfarm, IdentiFlight contributes to bird conservation by helping protect eagles from collisions with rotating wind turbine blades. The system provides informed curtailment to specific turbines to reduce energy loss.   In wind project development, IdentiFlight helps in permitting sites by accurately quantifying bird activity at prospective sites. The IdentiFlight system has completed real-world testing and validation and is now being deployed at projects across the U.S. and globally.  To learn more about IdentiFlight, please visit www.IdentiFlight.com.

 

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DEWAR’S® Brings Together The Unexpected Through The Launch Of A New Port Cask Finished Scotch Whisky

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — DEWAR’S® Scotch Whisky, the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky, announces the launch of DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth, showcasing the exciting flavors that are crafted when Scotland meets Portugal in a bottle. Marking the brand’s 175th anniversary this year, this new iteration of the DEWAR’S Cask Series features DEWAR’S 8 year old…

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — DEWAR’S® Scotch Whisky, the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky, announces the launch of DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth, showcasing the exciting flavors that are crafted when Scotland meets Portugal in a bottle. Marking the brand’s 175th anniversary this year, this new iteration of the DEWAR’S Cask Series features DEWAR’S 8 year old double-aged blended Scotch whisky, finished in ruby port casks for a rich, full-bodied blend.

Following the successful launches of DEWAR’S Caribbean Smooth Rum Cask Finish and DEWAR’S Ilegal Smooth Mezcal Cask Finish, the third edition in the brand’s double-aged blended Scotch cask-finished series reflects the brand’s passion for harmoniously bringing together unexpected flavor traits for a richer taste and experience. Perfect for both whisky aficionados and amateurs alike, DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth features flavor notes of freshly sliced ripe apricots, honeydew melon, red cherries and black currants drizzled with heather honey – all enveloped in rich creamy notes of vanilla.

«The whisky category has a certain mythology of its own, replete with traditional conventions. We created the DEWAR’S cask-finished series to break the mold and evolve those traditions by bringing two product elaboration cultures together – in this case from Scotland and Portugal – to create something richer. Though we can’t travel to the Highlands of Scotland or the Douro Valley of Portugal this year, we crafted DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth to engage all those with wanderlust and curiosity. The brand has long been driven by a natural curiosity and, with 2021 ringing in our 175th anniversary, we hope that DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth will inspire people to look beyond the obvious, or their ‘usual tipple’, and to discover a new whisky that will enthrall the senses and delight the palate. It is about enjoyment, not rules, and through this we are certain that this great whisky will challenge some pre-conceived notions of what standard blended scotch whisky is about,» says Brian Cox, Vice President, DEWAR’S Scotch Whisky, North America.

«With its full bodied yet refined mouthfeel and unique flavor profile – which features subtle notes of stone fruits, dark red fruits and honey – DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth is designed to be a veritable celebration of the two cultures of Scotland and Portugal. Thanks to a unique production process where the 8 year old scotch is double aged for extra smoothness and then finished in casks that previously held fine ruby port wines, DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth has a satisfyingly unusual, yet super smooth, taste that is ideally enjoyed anyway you like – be it neat, on the rocks, in a highball or as a great alternative to beer and wine for food pairings. It’s really about your mood, time, place and company – be it in person or remotely,» says Stephanie Macleod, Master Blender for DEWAR’S.

Signature cocktails include The Spiced Tonic Highball and The Ginger Highball which reimagines the classic highball with a refreshing blend of stone fruit and baking spice flavors.

DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth 8 year old port cask finish will be available in a 750ML bottle with an SRP of $21.99 and will retail in all fine wine & spirits retailers nationwide. For more information on DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth and the rest of DEWAR’S whisky products, please visit www.dewars.com or on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

DEWAR’S PORTUGUESE SMOOTH SIGNATURE SERVE: SPICED TONIC HIGHBALL

Ingredients:
2oz Dewar’s Portuguese Smooth
Fever Tree Aromatic Tonic

Glass:
Highball

Garnish:
Orange wedge

Method: Add whisky to chilled highball glass, fill with ice and top with soda. Garnish with the orange.

DEWAR’S PORTUGUESE SMOOTH SIGNATURE SERVE: GINGER HIGHBALL

Ingredients:
2oz Dewar’s Portuguese Smooth
Fever Tree Ginger ale

Glass:
Highball

Garnish:
Lemon peel

Method: Add whisky to chilled highball glass, fill with ice and top with ginger ale.  Garnish with lemon.

ENJOY RESPONSIBLY ©2021 DEWAR’S BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY 40% ALC. BY VOL

IMPORTED BY JOHN DEWAR’S & SONS COMPANY, CORAL GABLES, FL

About DEWAR’S
Founded in 1846 by John Dewar, DEWAR’S has grown from a small wine and spirits merchant shop in Scotland, to one of the largest Scotch whisky brands in the world. Best known for its iconic DEWAR’S WHITE LABEL, it has expanded its family to create a portfolio of premium and super premium whiskies including DEWAR’S 12-Year-Old, DEWAR’S 15-Year-Old, DEWAR’S 18-Year-Old, DEWAR’S Double Double Series, DEWAR’S Caribbean Smooth and the exclusive DEWAR’S 25.  These whiskies are crafted using the DEWAR’S oak marrying ageing process, which involves returning the hand-crafted blend to vintage oak casks for further maturation. The result is a smoother taste with a long, lingering finish; a taste that wins medals and applause, making DEWAR’S the world’s most awarded blended Scotch. The DEWAR’S brand is part of the portfolio of Bacardi Limited, headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited.

About Bacardi Limited
Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, produces and markets internationally recognized spirits and wines. The Bacardi brand portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, GREY GOOSE® vodka, PATRÓN® tequila, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including WILLIAM LAWSON’S® Scotch whisky, ST-GERMAIN® elderflower liqueur, and ERISTOFF® vodka.

Founded more than 158 years ago, in Santiago de Cuba on February 4, 1862, family-owned Bacardi currently employs nearly 7,000, operates more than 20 production facilities, including bottling, distilling and manufacturing sites in 11 countries, and sells its brands in more than 170 countries. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. Visit www.bacardilimited.com or follow @BacardiLimited.    

Media Contacts:

Eva McGarry       

Katarina Damree, PR Director

Nike Communications       

Bacardi-Martini Ltd.

609.273.0756      

+44 (0) 7971 508667

emcgarry@nikecomm.com     

kdamree@bacardi.com

 

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DEWAR’S® Brings Together The Unexpected Through The Launch Of A New Port Cask Finished Scotch Whisky

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — DEWAR’S® Scotch Whisky, the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky, announces the launch of DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth, showcasing the exciting flavors that are crafted when Scotland meets Portugal in a bottle. Marking the brand’s 175th anniversary this year, this new iteration of the DEWAR’S Cask Series features DEWAR’S 8 year old double-aged blended…

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — DEWAR’S® Scotch Whisky, the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky, announces the launch of DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth, showcasing the exciting flavors that are crafted when Scotland meets Portugal in a bottle. Marking the brand’s 175th anniversary this year, this new iteration of the DEWAR’S Cask Series features DEWAR’S 8 year old double-aged blended Scotch whisky, finished in ruby port casks for a rich, full-bodied blend.

Following the successful launches of DEWAR’S Caribbean Smooth Rum Cask Finish and DEWAR’S Ilegal Smooth Mezcal Cask Finish, the third edition in the brand’s double-aged blended Scotch cask-finished series reflects the brand’s passion for harmoniously bringing together unexpected flavor traits for a richer taste and experience. Perfect for both whisky aficionados and amateurs alike, DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth features flavor notes of freshly sliced ripe apricots, honeydew melon, red cherries and black currants drizzled with heather honey – all enveloped in rich creamy notes of vanilla.

«The whisky category has a certain mythology of its own, replete with traditional conventions. We created the DEWAR’S cask-finished series to break the mold and evolve those traditions by bringing two product elaboration cultures together – in this case from Scotland and Portugal – to create something richer. Though we can’t travel to the Highlands of Scotland or the Douro Valley of Portugal this year, we crafted DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth to engage all those with wanderlust and curiosity. The brand has long been driven by a natural curiosity and, with 2021 ringing in our 175th anniversary, we hope that DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth will inspire people to look beyond the obvious, or their ‘usual tipple’, and to discover a new whisky that will enthrall the senses and delight the palate. It is about enjoyment, not rules, and through this we are certain that this great whisky will challenge some pre-conceived notions of what standard blended scotch whisky is about,» says Brian Cox, Vice President, DEWAR’S Scotch Whisky, North America.

«With its full bodied yet refined mouthfeel and unique flavor profile – which features subtle notes of stone fruits, dark red fruits and honey – DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth is designed to be a veritable celebration of the two cultures of Scotland and Portugal. Thanks to a unique production process where the 8 year old scotch is double aged for extra smoothness and then finished in casks that previously held fine ruby port wines, DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth has a satisfyingly unusual, yet super smooth, taste that is ideally enjoyed anyway you like – be it neat, on the rocks, in a highball or as a great alternative to beer and wine for food pairings. It’s really about your mood, time, place and company – be it in person or remotely,» says Stephanie Macleod, Master Blender for DEWAR’S.

Signature cocktails include The Spiced Tonic Highball and The Ginger Highball which reimagines the classic highball with a refreshing blend of stone fruit and baking spice flavors.

DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth 8 year old port cask finish will be available in a 750ML bottle with an SRP of $21.99 and will retail in all fine wine & spirits retailers nationwide. For more information on DEWAR’S Portuguese Smooth and the rest of DEWAR’S whisky products, please visit www.dewars.com or on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

DEWAR’S PORTUGUESE SMOOTH SIGNATURE SERVE: SPICED TONIC HIGHBALL

Ingredients:
2oz Dewar’s Portuguese Smooth
Fever Tree Aromatic Tonic

Glass:
Highball

Garnish:
Orange wedge

Method: Add whisky to chilled highball glass, fill with ice and top with soda. Garnish with the orange.

DEWAR’S PORTUGUESE SMOOTH SIGNATURE SERVE: GINGER HIGHBALL

Ingredients:
2oz Dewar’s Portuguese Smooth
Fever Tree Ginger ale

Glass:
Highball

Garnish:
Lemon peel

Method: Add whisky to chilled highball glass, fill with ice and top with ginger ale.  Garnish with lemon.

ENJOY RESPONSIBLY ©2021 DEWAR’S BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY 40% ALC. BY VOL

IMPORTED BY JOHN DEWAR’S & SONS COMPANY, CORAL GABLES, FL

About DEWAR’S
Founded in 1846 by John Dewar, DEWAR’S has grown from a small wine and spirits merchant shop in Scotland, to one of the largest Scotch whisky brands in the world. Best known for its iconic DEWAR’S WHITE LABEL, it has expanded its family to create a portfolio of premium and super premium whiskies including DEWAR’S 12-Year-Old, DEWAR’S 15-Year-Old, DEWAR’S 18-Year-Old, DEWAR’S Double Double Series, DEWAR’S Caribbean Smooth and the exclusive DEWAR’S 25.  These whiskies are crafted using the DEWAR’S oak marrying ageing process, which involves returning the hand-crafted blend to vintage oak casks for further maturation. The result is a smoother taste with a long, lingering finish; a taste that wins medals and applause, making DEWAR’S the world’s most awarded blended Scotch. The DEWAR’S brand is part of the portfolio of Bacardi Limited, headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited.

About Bacardi Limited
Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, produces and markets internationally recognized spirits and wines. The Bacardi brand portfolio comprises more than 200 brands and labels, including BACARDÍ® rum, GREY GOOSE® vodka, PATRÓN® tequila, DEWAR’S® Blended Scotch whisky, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® gin, MARTINI® vermouth and sparkling wines, CAZADORES® 100% blue agave tequila, and other leading and emerging brands including WILLIAM LAWSON’S® Scotch whisky, ST-GERMAIN® elderflower liqueur, and ERISTOFF® vodka.

Founded more than 158 years ago, in Santiago de Cuba on February 4, 1862, family-owned Bacardi currently employs nearly 7,000, operates more than 20 production facilities, including bottling, distilling and manufacturing sites in 11 countries, and sells its brands in more than 170 countries. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. Visit www.bacardilimited.com or follow @BacardiLimited.    

Media Contacts:

Eva McGarry       

Katarina Damree, PR Director

Nike Communications       

Bacardi-Martini Ltd.

609.273.0756      

+44 (0) 7971 508667

emcgarry@nikecomm.com     

kdamree@bacardi.com

 

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Promoviendo mujeres en los lugares de trabajo: Barilla gana Premio Catalizador 2021

NUEVA YORK, 28 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — El año 2021 marca otro hito importante en el viaje de diversidad e inclusión del Grupo Barilla. La empresa familiar italiana de alimentos recibirá el 2021 Catalyst Award del 17 al 18 de marzo de 2021, por iniciativas que han acelerado el progreso de las…

NUEVA YORK, 28 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — El año 2021 marca otro hito importante en el viaje de diversidad e inclusión del Grupo Barilla. La empresa familiar italiana de alimentos recibirá el 2021 Catalyst Award del 17 al 18 de marzo de 2021, por iniciativas que han acelerado el progreso de las mujeres y aumentado la inclusión de todos en sus organizaciones en el ámbito global. El Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) es la otra empresa premiada.  

Fundada en 1962, Catalyst es una organización global sin fines de lucro que trabaja con algunos de los CEOs más reconocidos del mundo y con empresas líderes que amplían las oportunidades para las mujeres en los negocios a nivel mundial. Durante más de 30 años, Catalyst ha otorgado el premio Catalyst Award para reconocer las iniciativas excepcionales tomadas por las corporaciones para acelerar y promover las mujeres a puestos de liderazgo, porque el progreso de las mujeres es el progreso de todos.

«Nos sentimos honrados de ser reconocidos por Catalyst por nuestros esfuerzos globales en Barilla para promover la igualdad de género en el lugar de trabajo, reforzados por nuestro logro de Igualdad salarial de género en Barilla», dijo Claudio Colzani, CEO de Grupo Barilla. «Este premio es un reflejo del esfuerzo de Barilla por promover una cultura de diversidad e inclusión a nuestros empleados, socios y las comunidades en las que comemos, vivimos y trabajamos. Entendiendo que aún tenemos más trabajo por hacer, continuaremos con resiliencia en este camino para crear una empresa aún más inclusiva para todos».

Barilla está siendo reconocida por convertirse en un modelo de inclusión para sus empleados LGBTQ+ y todos los grupos subrepresentados que trabajan para la empresa.

De 2013 a 2020, el número de mujeres dentro del grupo de ejecutivos que reportan directamente al CEO de Barilla aumentó del 8% al 28%. De 2014 a 2020, la cantidad de mujeres dentro de Barilla que reportan al Equipo de Liderazgo Global también creció del 23% al 36%, las que reportan directamente a los líderes senior del 40% al 47%, y todas las mujeres en puestos a nivel mundial aumentaron de 33 % a 38%.

En 2020, Barilla logró la igualdad salarial en todo el mundo, para todos sus empleados, independientemente de género, alineado con el valor de Barilla «Equal pay for equal work». También fue una de las primeras empresas en Italia en lograr varios hitos de inclusión, como formalizar el trabajo flexible en todo el mundo y convertirse en la primera empresa italiana en apoyar la recomendación de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas contra la discriminación de la comunidad LGBTQ+ en el ambiente laboral.

«Aplaudimos a Barilla y RBC por sus iniciativas que han cultivado de manera proactiva culturas inclusivas para las mujeres y todos dentro de sus organizaciones», dijo Lorraine Hariton, presidenta y CEO de Catalyst. «El compromiso singular de aumentar la representación de las mujeres en sus puestos de liderazgo – y asumir la responsabilidad de desarrollar y capacitar el talento frente a los desafíos – demuestra que el progreso no se detendrá».

El tema del evento virtual del Catalyst Awards 2021 es «El Progreso no se Detendrá – la Equidad no Puede Esperar». Esto señala los esfuerzos continuos y constantes de las organizaciones comprometidas con la diversidad, igualdad y inclusión en este proclamado encuentro mundial de líderes corporativos.

Se espera que más de 5,000 participantes asistan al evento virtual, incluso el Catalyst Board of Directors y el Catalyst CEO Champions For Change. Los ejecutivos de las principales corporaciones mundiales, empresas profesionales, gobiernos, ONG e instituciones educativas se reunirán en los Catalyst Awards 2021, presididos por Julie Sweet, CEO de Accenture.

Los Catalyst Awards 2021, el principal evento de recaudación de fondos de Catalyst, contarán con programaciones durante el mes de marzo, incluyendo presentaciones magistrales, varias sesiones y actividades, amplio networking, un salón para socios y expositores y una biblioteca de diversos recursos.

El evento virtual contará con sesiones de trabajo y una «Progress-Won’t-Pause Hall» que destacará las áreas de enfoque de Catalyst: Asociaciones de Género, Promoción de la Mujer, Liderazgo para la Equidad y la Inclusión, Futuro del Trabajo.

The Barilla Group
Barilla es una empresa familiar, que no cotiza en bolsa, presidida por los hermanos Guido, Luca y Paolo Barilla. Fue fundada por su bisabuelo, Pietro Barilla, quien abrió una panadería en Parma, Italia, en 1877. Ahora, Barilla se ha convertido en una de las empresas alimentarias más respetadas del mundo y es reconocida mundialmente por sus productos alimenticios de alta calidad. Con sus marcas – Barilla, Mulino Bianco, Pan di Stelle, Gran Cereale, Harrys, Pavesi, Wasa, Filiz, Yemina y Vesta, Misko, Voiello y Cucina Barilla – produce comida que trae alegría, es saludable y honesta, inspirada en la dieta Mediterránea y el estilo de vida italiano.

Cuando Pietro abrió su tienda hace más de 140 años, su objetivo final era preparar buena comida. Hoy, ese principio se ha convertido en la forma de hacer negocios de Barilla: «Good for You, Good for the Planet», lema que expresa el compromiso diario de más de 8.000 personas que trabajan para la empresa y una cadena de suministro que comparte sus valores. y pasión por la calidad.

«Good for You» significa mejorar constantemente la oferta de productos, fomentar la adopción de estilos de vida saludables y facilitar el acceso de las personas a los alimentos. «Good for the Planet» significa promover cadenas de suministro sostenibles y reducir las emisiones de CO2 y el consumo de agua.

Para saber más: www.barillagroup.com; Twitter: @barillagroup

Para información: Renee Mailhiot, Edelman, Renee.Mailhiot@edelman.com, 312-838-8301

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