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Mars lanza la campaña #HereToBeHeard para avanzar en las acciones que conduzcan a la igualdad de género

MCLEAN, Virginia, 26 de enero de 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Mars, Incorporated presentó hoy #HereToBeHeard, una nueva campaña global de crowdsourcing que pretende elevar las voces de las mujeres de todo tipo de origen, que incluye raza, edad, sexualidad, religión y habilidad, para ayudar a dar forma a un entorno empresarial más inclusivo y crear un mundo donde todas las mujeres puedan prosperar.

Como parte de la plataforma Full Potential de la empresa que aborda las medidas orientadas a la equidad de género en sus lugares de trabajo, sus comunidades productivas y el mercado, #HereToBeHeard pregunta a las mujeres de todo el mundo: «¿Qué necesita cambiar para que más mujeres puedan alcanzar su máximo potencial?» Las respuestas orientarán a Mars para adoptar medidas concretas tanto dentro de su cadena de valor como en la sociedad en general, para cerrar la brecha de oportunidades entre los géneros.

Victoria Mars, miembro de la junta directiva de Mars y embajadora del programa Full Potential de Mars: «Las mujeres en Mars han desempeñado un papel poderoso en nuestra historia y liderazgo. Pero tenemos más trabajo que hacer. Nos esforzamos por empoderar a más mujeres en nuestro lugar de trabajo y en toda nuestra cadena de valor extendida.

«La magnitud y la urgencia de la desigualdad de género en la sociedad exigen más medidas. Si las empresas globales no escuchan y no actúan ahora, entonces ¿cuándo? Las empresas pueden tener un impacto extraordinario en el impulso de cambios a gran escala. En Mars estamos aprovechando esta oportunidad para ampliar el debate e impulsar la acción. El movimiento #HereToBeHeard busca garantizar que todas las mujeres tengan la oportunidad de hacer oír su voz y que podamos convertir aquello que escuchemos en planes de impacto que fomenten la igualdad de género».

Para iniciar la conversación, Tamera Mowry-Housley, ícono de televisión y ganadora del premio Emmy, se une a una lista de mujeres influyentes e inspiradoras, que incluye a Poppy Jamie, Hani Sidow, Helen Wu y Kellie Gerardi, quienes hablarán acerca de sus experiencias e invitarán a las mujeres a compartir sus opiniones y visiones en beheard.mars.com.

Tamera Mowry-Housley, actriz y anfitriona galardonada con el premio Emmy, señala: «Es inaceptable que tantas mujeres sigan enfrentándose a barreras y obstáculos desproporcionados en el trabajo, en el hogar y en su vida diaria. Si realmente vamos a garantizar que cada mujer alcance todo su potencial, tenemos que considerar la diversidad de nuestros orígenes, nuestros talentos y nuestras experiencias. Todas nuestras voces merecen ser escuchadas.

«Creo que es valiente que una gran empresa como Mars diga que no hemos hecho lo suficiente y que es hora de escuchar. Es por eso que me entusiasma ayudar a Mars a elevar las voces de muchas de las mujeres que son ignoradas».

En la actualidad, las mujeres constituyen el 51 % de la población mundial y aportan USD 28 billones al PIB global, pero a pesar de ello sus voces pasan desapercibidas frecuentemente. Incluso antes de la crisis de la COVID-19, las Naciones Unidas estimaron que tomaría más de un siglo cerrar la brecha de oportunidades entre los géneros. Ahora, la pandemia ha hecho retroceder 25 años el progreso de la igualdad de género. Su impacto ha sido particularmente devastador para las mujeres de grupos minoritarios que durante demasiado tiempo han sido ignoradas en la conversación.

La fase inicial de #HeretoBeHeard, en que se recopilarán las voces de las mujeres, durará hasta marzo, después de lo cual las opiniones serán analizadas por la Iniciativa de Oxford para el Futuro del Marketing (Oxford Future of Marketing Initiative, o FOMI) en la escuela de negocios Saïd de la Universidad de Oxford. Los resultados se compartirán con el mundo en un estudio de Oxford este verano y se informarán los planes de acción de la plataforma Full Potential de Mars, incluidas las políticas que Mars puede implementar y promover en su compromiso de desbloquear oportunidades para las mujeres.

El programa Full Potential, lanzado el año pasado, tiene como objetivo impulsar la igualdad de género para todas las personas a través de una serie de medidas. Con la inclusión y la diversidad en el centro de sus esfuerzos, Mars logró lo siguiente:

Logró la igualdad salarial entre los géneros en toda su fuerza laboral de 133.000 asociados, de los cuales más de la mitad son mujeres.
Avanzó hacia un equilibrio de género del 43 % en los equipos de liderazgo empresarial, con el objetivo de conseguir un equilibrio de género de 100 % en los equipos de liderazgo.
Amplió su alianza con la agencia de ayuda humanitaria CARE para empoderar a 50.000 personas en las comunidades productoras de cacao, cuyas principales beneficiarias son las mujeres.
Trabajó con el Instituto Geena Davis y la UNStereotype Alliance para eliminar los prejuicios y estereotipos de género en su publicidad.
Adoptó la transparencia en la articulación de los compromisos de género y el progreso de la empresa, lo que se puede conocer aquí.

Queremos escuchar su voz. Visite beheard.mars.com para obtener más información, completar la breve encuesta y continuar la conversación con #HereToBeHeard.

El centro #HereToBeHeard también se puede encontrar en las siguientes traducciones:

Español: beheard.mars.com/MX
Francés: beheard.mars.com/FR
Portugués: beheard.mars.com/PT

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Michelle Nunn, directora ejecutiva de CARE: «En nuestro trabajo con Mars en las comunidades de productores de cacao en Costa de Marfil y Ghana, vemos personalmente cómo se suprimen las voces de las mujeres. Muchas de ellas se enfrentan a la falta de acceso a la educación, a la falta de oportunidades para obtener un trabajo digno y, en algunos casos, a la violencia. En CARE, tenemos la firme convicción de que a las mujeres se les debe dar el legítimo derecho de expresar su opinión sobre cómo hacer del mundo un lugar mejor. Es por eso que estamos muy orgullosos de prestar nuestra voz a la campaña #HereToBeHeard de Mars».

Madeline Di Nonno, directora ejecutiva del Instituto Geena Davis sobre el Género en los Medios: «Nos enorgullece apoyar a #HereToBeHeard, una importante campaña global que tiene como objetivo dar a las mujeres y las niñas la oportunidad de expresar su opinión. #SeeitBeit!».

El profesor Andrew Stephen, decano asociado de investigación, profesor de Marketing de L’Oréal y director de la FOMI en Oxford Saïd:«Nos complace dar la bienvenida a Mars a la Iniciativa de Oxford para el Futuro del Marketing («Oxford Future of Marketing Initiative») y nos entusiasma trabajar con ellos en #HereToBeHeard. La labor ayudará a abordar elementos de la desigualdad de género en las empresas y servirá de base para implementar instrumentos y medidas que ayuden a corregir esos desequilibrios. Esperamos que estos hallazgos se conviertan en parte de un recurso significativo y permanente para el público y otras comunidades en las empresas y otras esferas».

ACERCA DE #HERETOBEHEARD
#HereToBeHeard es una campaña global de Mars, Incorporated que impulsa el cambio en la desigualdad de género, en apoyo del objetivo número 5 de los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible de las Naciones Unidas. Es parte de Full Potential, la plataforma de Mars para tomar medidas en materia de género, cuyo objetivo es empoderar a las mujeres y cerrar la brecha de género en nuestros lugares de trabajo, en las comunidades de donde obtenemos nuestros ingredientes y en la forma en que creamos nuestra publicidad. Para obtener más información sobre la plataforma Full Potential y la encuesta #HereToBeHeard, visite beheard.mars.com y mars.com

ACERCA DE MARS, INCORPORATED
Durante más de un siglo, Mars, Incorporated ha sido impulsada por la convicción de que el mundo que queremos para mañana comienza con la forma en que hacemos negocios hoy. Esta idea está en el núcleo de lo que siempre hemos sido como negocio global de propiedad familiar. Hoy en día, Mars está transformándose, innovando y evolucionando en modos que refuerzan nuestro compromiso de lograr un impacto positivo en el mundo que nos rodea.

En nuestro diverso y creciente catálogo de productos y servicios de confitería, alimentos y cuidado de las mascotas, empleamos a 133.000 asociados comprometidos que están avanzando en la misma dirección: hacia adelante. Con USD 40 mil millones en ventas anuales, producimos algunas de las marcas más amadas del mundo, incluidas DOVE®, EXTRA®, M&M’s®, MILKY WAY®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, ORBIT®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL™, WHISKAS®, COCOAVIA®, y 5™. Además, cuidamos de la mitad de las mascotas del mundo a través de nuestros servicios de salud para mascotas AniCura, Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, Pet Partners™ y VCA™.

Sabemos que solo podemos tener éxito si nuestros socios y las comunidades en las que operamos también prosperan. Los cinco principios de Mars (Calidad, Responsabilidad, Mutualidad, Eficiencia y Libertad) inspiran a nuestros asociados a actuar todos los días para ayudar a crear un mundo del mañana en el que el planeta, sus personas y sus mascotas puedan prosperar.

Para obtener más información acerca de Mars, por favor visite www.mars.com. Síganos en Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram y YouTube.

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Complimentary Disney Veterans Institute Summit Will Encourage and Support Hiring of Military Veterans

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Disney Institute will host a complimentary Veterans Institute Summit at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in September 2021. The multi-day event will offer business professionals ideas and insights from The Walt Disney Company’s Heroes Work Here initiative created to hire, train and support military veterans. Many sessions will also be available…

The summit will help companies build effective veteran-hiring programs of their own. With health and well-being in mind, the event will offer limited in-person attendance as well as the virtual options. Featured presentations will include speakers from Disney’s Heroes Work Here initiative, Disney Institute, government officials, veterans, and non-profit veterans-service organizations. Speakers will share their experiences, best practices and tips for hiring, onboarding and retention of veterans by helping them successfully transition to the civilian workforce.

«The Heroes Work Here program helps Disney find and hire highly qualified veterans and supports veterans, military spouses and their families as they transition out of the military,» said George A. Kalogridis, President, Segment Development and Enrichment for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. «Through the Veterans Institute Summit, we share our learnings with other organizations so that more of these modern-day heroes have opportunities and successful experiences building careers in the private sector.»

Since its launch in 2013 at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, more than a half dozen complimentary Veterans Institute events have been held across the U.S. The Veterans Institute Summit builds on the success of Heroes Work Here, an initiative Disney launched in March 2012 that has resulted in more than 10,000 veterans joining The Walt Disney Company.

The 2021 Veterans Institute Summit will be the longest Veterans Institute event to date, with multiple days of programming. Highlights will include: an inside look at Heroes Work Here; renowned keynote presentations, panel discussions, Disney Institute content; advice and insights from experts and veterans-support organizations; and stories from veterans about their transitions to the civilian workforce. Attendees will also gain tools and resources they can use to establish their own military hiring and development programs for their organizations.

Summit sessions and presentations are complimentary and open to professionals from business, nonprofit, government and other organizations. A limited number of seats will be available at the event venue. Select sessions will be available online. Advance registration will be required to attend in-person or online presentations. Registration will open in spring 2021. Additional information, including any applicable safety and health measures related to COVID-19, will be available closer to the event.

To learn more about Heroes Work Here, and access learning and development tools designed to help veterans transition into the civilian workforce, visit DisneyCareers.com/HeroesWorkHere.
To learn more about Disney Institute, visit DisneyInstitute.com. To learn more about corporate sponsorship opportunities available for Veterans Institute Summit, contact WDW.Veterans.Institute@disney.com.

About Heroes Work Here
Announced in March 2012 by Robert A. Iger, Executive Chairman and Chairman of the Board of The Walt Disney Company, Disney’s Heroes Work Here is a company-wide initiative to hire, train and support military veterans. The initiative features a commitment to hire veterans and offers philanthropic support of veteran and military organizations, as well as a public awareness campaign. In November 2013, Disney hosted the first-ever Veterans Institute, a complimentary day-long workshop to encourage employers across the U.S. to hire former military service members. Disney’s Heroes Work Here continues the company’s long-standing legacy of supporting the U.S. Armed Forces. For more information, visit https://jobs.disneycareers.com/heroes-work-here.

About Disney Institute
Disney Institute helps professionals and organizations learn how to leverage time-tested business practices used by Disney parks and resorts, many of which began with Walt Disney himself. For more than 30 years, Disney Institute has helped business professionals around the world learn the Disney approach to employee and customer experience rooted in Disney’s areas of expertise, including leadership excellence, employee engagement and quality service. Whether it is individuals, teams or entire organizations, Disney Institute trains professionals working in a wide variety of industries to apply Disney business insights to help improve their own employee and customer experience. For individuals, Disney Institute offers Professional Development Courses in a variety of formats, including online live courses, on-demand courses and onsite courses at Disney destinations. For organizations, Disney Institute offers collaborative Advisory Services, as well as private presentations for chambers of commerce, colleges/universities, professional associations, and conference events held at Disney destinations worldwide. For more information, visit https://www.disneyinstitute.com/.

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Unifi Elects Emma Battle to the Board of Directors

GREENSBORO, N.C., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI), one of the world’s leading innovators in recycled and synthetic yarns, today announced the election of Emma Battle to the Board of Directors as of January 25, 2021.

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Ms. Battle is currently President and CEO of MarketVigor, a business services company she founded in 2003, and is the President and CEO of Higher Ed Works, a nonpartisan public charity supporting public higher education in North Carolina. She has spent the past 20 years as a leader in B2B, B2C, digital and e-commerce marketing, and she has over 30 years of business experience in marketing, operations and strategy at various companies, including Hanesbrands Inc., PepsiCo, Inc., and Red Hat, Inc. Ms. Battle received her B.A. degree in Economics and Spanish from Duke University and obtained her MBA from Harvard School of Business.

Executive Chairman Al Carey stated, «We are very excited to welcome Emma to Unifi’s Board of Directors. She brings over two decades of highly relevant business and strategy experience, and her impressive track record in marketing will be a great asset to Unifi. We believe she will provide a complementary set of perspectives to help steward our leaders and growing portfolio.»

Ms. Battle stated, «I am honored to be elected to the Board of Directors of Unifi and believe the Company has a tremendous opportunity to drive long-term growth through its innovative sustainability platform. I look forward to leveraging my past experiences to share insights with the team as they continue to execute on Unifi’s vision and operational initiatives.»

About Unifi:

Unifi, Inc. (NYSE: UFI) is a global textile solutions provider and one of the world’s leading innovators in manufacturing synthetic and recycled performance fibers. Through REPREVE^®, one of Unifi’s proprietary technologies and the global leader in branded recycled performance fibers, Unifi has transformed more than 23 billion plastic bottles into recycled fiber for new apparel, footwear, home goods and other consumer products. The Company’s proprietary PROFIBER™ technologies offer increased performance, comfort and style advantages, enabling customers to develop products that perform, look and feel better. Unifi continually innovates technologies to meet consumer needs in moisture management, thermal regulation, antimicrobial, UV protection, stretch, water resistance and enhanced softness. Unifi collaborates with many of the world’s most influential brands in the sports apparel, fashion, home, automotive and other industries. For more information about Unifi, visit www.Unifi.com.

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Elite Alliance Partners With the Residences at Rancho La Puerta

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Elite Alliance®, the leader in fractional real estate sales, luxury hospitality management, vacation rental and home exchange, announced a new partnership with The Residences at Rancho La Puerta, a new wellness resort and spa located in Tecate, Baja California, Mexico. The Residences will be a private wellness-focused village, thoughtfully placed on The Ranch’s 4,000-acre grounds set to debut by the end of…

«What a way to start the new year by announcing a wonderful partnership with Elite Alliance,» said Roberto Arjona, CEO of Rancho La Puerta. «Not only do they share our core values centered on the wellbeing and care of their clientele, but they also exemplify a persistent focus on high quality, precise attention to detail, and an undeniable love of nature, travel and the outdoors. Elite Alliance is everything we are looking for to enhance The Residences family.«

The Residences have been designed by Mexico-based developer Grupo Espiritu, which plays a large role in the partnership with Elite Alliance. The majority of The Residences’ homeowners will now have the option to rent their homes through Elite Alliance, in addition to Rancho La Puerta. Owners of The Residences will enjoy the rental program opportunity along with Elite Alliance’s vast global exchange program, offering homeowners access to an extensive portfolio of unique, luxury properties around the world — even before their homes are built. In addition, Grupo Espiritu will provide homeowners a Premium Membership into the Elite Alliance Exchange, if they participate in the Elite Alliance rental program.

In turn, Elite Alliance exchange members will have access to The Residences. In addition to the year-round amenities and concierge-style services, The Residences provide guests ultimate privacy and stunning views. The elegant homes overlook a woodland stream and a 24-acre, flourishing vineyard adjacent to Rancho La Puerta. Vintners are currently reviving The Ranch tradition of organic grape cultivation central to its early healing programs and to the region of Tecate. Residents and guests alike will enjoy locally crafted wines and meals at the new Winery Restaurant and Market, or they can simply pick up produce and other groceries.

«We are extremely excited to work with Grupo Espiritu and Rancho La Puerta. Our shared vision for The Residences is founded on the Ranch’s philosophy of wellness, personal healing, and opportunity,» said Rob Goodyear, President of Elite Alliance.

The Residences will feature 108 private homes priced from $733,163 to $1,692,600 million and three different housing options including Casitas – two-bedroom floor plan with two and a half baths at 1,961 square feet, Casas – three-bedroom floor plan with three and a half baths at 2,774 square feet, and Villas – four-bedroom floor plan with four and a half baths at 4,299 square feet. Expect a tranquil, wellness-focused enclave with incredible features and amenities, including frequent access to Rancho La Puerta.

About Rancho La Puerta:

Founded in 1940 and the first true fitness resort and spa in North America, Rancho La Puerta, welcomes guests to 4,000 private acres of gardens, mountains, and meadows with an approach to wellness that strikes a true mind, body, and spirit balance. Facilities, programs, and amenities are all available for exclusive use by guests during three, four or seven-night stays. Inclusive rates cover accommodations, fitness classes, hikes and activities, gourmet vegetarian meals (seafood options included), and special presentations. Spa treatments, personal training sessions and cooking classes at The Ranch’s La Cocina Que Canta cooking school are available à la carte throughout the course of a stay.

Situated at the juncture of the Laguna and Sierra Juarez mountain ranges, Rancho La Puerta is located three miles from the Tecate, Baja California, US-Mexico border and a one-hour drive from downtown San Diego.

For more information on The Residences at Rancho La Puerta, please visit https://residences.rancholapuerta.com or call 888.606.0172.

About Elite Alliance:

Thirty years ago, the founder of Elite Alliance® created the world’s first residence club at top-rated Deer Valley Resort in Park City, Utah. This innovative, fractional ownership model, which increased market size and profitability for developers, became the fastest-growing segment of the vacation home market. As Elite Alliance’s portfolio of luxury residence clubs expanded, they introduced the Elite Alliance Exchange program to allow owners to enjoy other destinations at a nominal expense. Elite Alliance quickly earned a reputation for first-class customer service in facilitating and coordinating exchange vacations. As a result, Elite Alliance Hospitality was created to provide robust management services for residence clubs, hotels and resorts that improves operational performance and client satisfaction.

Today, Elite Alliance continues to set the standard for excellence in vacation exchange, hospitality management and fractional real estate consulting, always guided by a commitment to integrity and innovation.

For more information on Elite Alliance, please visit www.elitealliance.com or contact Rob Goodyear at rgoodyear@elitealliance.com.

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Nissan of Victoria is offering recent college graduates a special promotion opportunity

VICTORIA, Texas, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Nissan of Victoria is offering recent college graduates the opportunity to take advantage of their college graduate program. Eligible students who can use this special offer must have graduated within the past 24 months or have a written confirmation that they will be graduating within the next 6 months. Eligible students must also present proof of current or future employment to take advantage of this deal….

With the college graduate program, students have the possibility to save big money when it comes time to find a new vehicle. Graduates with proof of graduation and who are employed/about to be employed can save up to $1,000 of Nissan cashback on top of already existing offers. Even if Nissan of Victoria has other specials going on, eligible students can still use the graduate program rewards on top of that as well.

The process of using this promotion is simple. First, students visit Nissan of Victoria and search for their dream car in their wide variety of inventory. Next, students choose the vehicle they want to take off the lot and present their proof of graduation/upcoming graduation and proof of work/future work. Lastly, students drive off the lot knowing they just saved a boatload of money.

More information can be found about the college graduate program on the Nissan of Victoria site, which can be found by following this URL https://www.nissanofvictoria.com/ or by visiting Nissan of Victoria in person today. If drivers have any questions about this program, and how it works, they can reach out to a Nissan of Victoria representative by calling 361-578-5000.

Media Contact

Mike Macleod, Nissan of Victoria, (361) 221-8219, mmacleod@victoryvehicles.net

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Arlington Toyota is offering two discounts on brakes for Toyota drivers

PALATINE, Ill., Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Arlington Toyota is offering two different coupons for eligible drivers in the Palatine, IL area to use on their Toyota vehicles. Drivers are encouraged to take advantage of this deal as soon as possible, as these two deals only are available until Jan 31, 2021.

The first coupon available for drivers is a special offer on a brake inspection. Arlington Toyota is offering drivers a…

The first coupon available for drivers is a special offer on a brake inspection. Arlington Toyota is offering drivers a free brake inspection. If the vehicle is squealing, noisy, grinding, or just acting different, Arlington Toyota encourages drivers to bring their vehicles in to get checked out. This coupon is only valid for Toyota/Scion vehicles and can only be redeemed at Arlington Toyota. In order to use the coupon, it must be presented at the time of service.

The second coupon available for drivers to take advantage of is a brake installation offer. The cost per axle for new brakes is $239.95 which is discounted from their original pricing. It’s worth noting that this coupon cannot be used for rear drum brakes. This coupon can only be used for Toyota/Scion vehicles and can only be redeemed at Arlington Toyota which is in Palatine, IL.

If drivers are interested in either of these two exclusive deals on brakes, they can head to Arlington Toyota’s website at https://www.toyotaarlington.com/ to find more information. Drivers can either have the coupons printed off, sent to their cellular device or to a valid email address. These coupons can be found by going to the «Service & Parts» dropdown and then by clicking on «Service Specials.»

Media Contact

Sandra Pierce, Arlington Toyota, 800-947-7898, spierce@toyotaarlington.com

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While Others Cut Back, National Health Foundation Partners with Chrysalis to Increase Job Opportunities

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — For many, the pandemic has resulted in devastating life events ranging from unemployment, loss of homes, and food insecurity – but for some, the pandemic has provided an opportunity for a fresh start, especially in the new year.

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Chrysalis client and National Health Foundation staff member Paul serving snacks to guests at NHF's Project Roomkey site.

In May of 2020, National Health Foundation (NHF) launched a temporary recuperative care site as part of Project Roomkey – a statewide initiative to house individuals living on the streets to curb the spread of COVID-19. To staff the site, NHF partnered with Chrysalis, a local non-profit dedicated to serving low-income individuals and those experiencing homelessness as they transition back into the workforce.

«Through our partnership with Chrysalis, individuals are gaining valuable personal and professional skills, opening up the door to roles in the healthcare field that may not have been otherwise accessible to them,» shares National Health Foundation President & CEO, Kelly Bruno.

«The people we serve are our neighbors, friends, and family members who are among those at the greatest risk of experiencing the devastating health and economic effects of the pandemic,» reports Chrysalis President & CEO, Mark Loranger. «Hiring opportunities with the National Health Foundation provide a key that will unlock not just a job that will keep them financially secure during this unsettling time, but also open the door to a new path for their lives.»

Throughout the pandemic, 13 temporary employees have transitioned into full-time roles at National Health Foundation as Guest Service Associates. In this role, they continue to provide support services to guests at NHF’s permanent recuperative care sites in Pico-Union and Mid-City. For some, it is providing an opportunity to use their life experience in service to those currently experiencing homelessness. For others, like Dwona Beroit, this job is granting her the opportunity to explore other careers in healthcare like social work.

«Chrysalis is truly a blessing to me because without them I would have never been connected to National Health Foundation. Thanks to NHF, I have found my passion in helping others and am currently pursuing a degree in social work. I want to help others the same way Chrysalis and NHF helped me,» shares Chrysalis client and NHF staff member Dwona Beroit.

If you are interested in covering this partnership and its success, please connect with Stephany Villaseñor or Mallory Loring.

About National Health Foundation
Founded in 1973, National Health Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation that works within communities to eliminate barriers to health, address the root causes of poor health, and advocate and empower under-resourced communities to find solutions that lead to lasting change. Embracing the guiding philosophy that health begins where we live, learn, work and play, the organization’s advocacy and work focuses on four key areas: housing, food access, built environments and education.

About Chrysalis
Chrysalis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a pathway to self-sufficiency for people experiencing homelessness and economic barriers to the workforce by providing the resources and support needed to prepare for, find, and retain employment. Since 1984, Chrysalis has served more than 71,000 individuals at its five centers and locations throughout Southern California. During 2020 and throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 1,500 Chrysalis clients secured employment while participating in Chrysalis’ program and more than 1,500 participants worked a transitional job with the organization’s social enterprise. Learn more at ChangeLives.org.

Contact:

Stephany Villaseñor, National Health Foundation
213-706-1859, svillasenor@nhfca.org

Mallory Loring, Chrysalis
520-907-4361, mallory.loring@changelives.org

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While Others Cut Back, National Health Foundation Partners with Chrysalis to Increase Job Opportunities

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If you are interested in covering this partnership and its success, please connect with Stephany Villaseñor or Mallory Loring.

Contact:

Stephany Villaseñor, National Health Foundation
213-706-1859, svillasenor@nhfca.org

Mallory Loring, Chrysalis
520-907-4361, mallory.loring@changelives.org

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Saudia Receives Diamond Status For Flight Health Safety

Airline Receives Recognition from APEX Health Safety powered by Simpliflying

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia has been awarded the Diamond status by APEX Health Safety powered by Simpliflying for the airline’s efforts in ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitization across its operations.

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Airline Receives Recognition from APEX Health Safety powered by Simpliflying

The APEX Diamond Status from the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) is an accolade which recognizes industry leadership and stewardship in ensuring that the airline is deploying stringent measures in safety and protection from COVID-19.

Speaking about the latest award presented to SAUDIA, Chief Executive Officer Captain Ibrahim S. Koshy said: «SAUDIA places the safety of its guests and team members with highest importance and is committed to exemplary, rigorous sanitization protocols for every step of the journey.

Captain Koshy continued: «Safety is paramount. Our team is dedicated to excellence and is ready to provide SAUDIA’s signature hospitable service onboard while following the coronavirus safety measures which the airline has instituted.»

«SAUDIA’s rise to become a 2021 APEX Five Star airline has now been further advanced by reaching the pinnacle Diamond-level of hospital-grade health safety for the wellbeing of every customer,» APEX CEO Dr. Joe Leader stated.

«With APEX’s 42-years serving as a global non-profit dedicated entirely to advancing airline passenger experience, SAUDIA’s commitment to customer care has never shined as brightly as proven now by SimpliFlying exhaustive, scientifically-based review.»

«SAUDIA has raised the bar for health safety standards in the industry by initiatives such as the brand partnership with Dettol and sanitisation of lavatories after each use. Taking such hospital-grade in ensuring health safety goes a long way in bolstering trust among travellers,» said Shashank Nigam, CEO of SimpliFlying.

A few of SAUDIA’s health and safety protocols include the following:

Digital boarding passes: All guests flying with SAUDIA are required to display a digital boarding pass at check in and boarding counters.

Full sterilization after every flight: SAUDIA utilizes UVC ultraviolet rays to sterilize its aircraft seats, to provide all means of safety and prevention for its guests and employees.

The new technology works by launching ultraviolet rays to sterilize cabin surfaces within ten minutes, in a fully medium-sized cabin. UVC sanitization protocols are in full effect after every flight.

Employee testing and kits: SAUDIA screens all frontline staff and cabin crew members prior to each flight.The airline’s cabin crew wear full PPE kits onboard, which includes:

Disposable gloves
Face masks
Eye shield/goggle
Medical gown

Social Distancing onboard: Cabin Crew and check-in team members are mindful to maintain social distancing at all the time with other Crew Members, Ground Staff and guests.

Personal Kits: All guests flying with SAUDIA receive a Dettol hygiene kit for comfort throughout their journey.

Onboard cuisine: All food and beverages distributed onboard are sealed. Cutlery and plate ware is all disposable and is presented to passengers within a safety packet.

In recent years the airline has invested significantly in its fleet of 144 narrow and widebody aircraft and operates one of the youngest fleets in the skies, with an average aircraft age of 5 years.

The airline route network includes more than 95 destinations across four continents to all 28 domestic airports in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

In December 2020, SAUDIA was awarded a Five-Star ranking by APEX. The APEX Official Airline Ratings™ is the first airline rating program based solely on certified passenger feedback.

Notes to editors,

About Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA)

Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) is the national flag carrier of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established in 1945, the company is one of the Middle East’s largest airlines.

SAUDIA is a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the Arab Air Carriers Organization (AACO). It’s been one of the 19 member airlines of the SkyTeam alliance since 2012.

SAUDIA has received many prestigious industry awards and recognitions. Most recently, it was ranked a Global Five-Star Major Airline by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) and awarded the Diamond status by APEX Health Safety powered by SimpliFlying.

For further information on Saudi Arabian Airlines, please visit www.saudia.com

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