Salvador Negrín’s new book La Corona de los Años Dorados, a perspicacious devotional that aims to guide individuals toward a profound realization of life’s worth in time

MIAMI, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book La Corona de los Años Dorados was created by Salvador Negrín. Salvador is an author, evangelical pastor, Baptist, theotherapist, clinical psychologist, and professor at the New Orleans Theological Seminary in Miami, Florida.

MIAMI, July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The book La Corona de los Años Dorados was created by Salvador Negrín. Salvador is an author, evangelical pastor, Baptist, theotherapist, clinical psychologist, and professor at the New Orleans Theological Seminary in Miami, Florida.

Salvador said this about his book: «To have a happy and satisfying life, there must be a set of factors, ingredients, or components that cannot be ignored to achieve it. For this, you have to adopt a dynamic, optimistic, and entrepreneurial attitude toward life in a proactive way. Perhaps the third age has led you to be more dependent than before but not less happy. This is another stage of your life. Summer and winter are different, but both are part of the cycle of our lives.

It is necessary to analyze and perceive the quality of life in this stage of the golden years. With this book, I try to help you, dear reader, to discover in this cycle of life the many beautiful things that are about to be enjoyed. But you have to believe it, go out on your search, and discover it.

Do not stop being a warrior, a fighter, a walker on the paths of life. Make sure and strive to know who you are, what you want, and where you are going. I think being a Christian makes a difference in these experiences. At this stage, there are many different things, and we have a lot to give for the good of others. We can take all this out of the wealth of experience of our lives.»

Published by Page Publishing, Salvador Negrín’s new book La Corona de los Años Dorados will enrich readers with astute teachings that aid them in their journey through the ages to a state of graciousness and purpose as fulfilled men and women.

Consumers who wish to find encouragement and renewed will over time can purchase La Corona de los Años Dorados in any bookstore, or online at Apple iTunes, Amazon.com, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.

For additional information or inquiries, you can contact Page Publishing, through the following number: 866-315-2708.

About Page Publishing:
Page Publishing is a traditional full-service publishing house that handles all of the intricacies involved in publishing its authors’ books, including distribution in the world’s largest retail outlets and royalty generation. Page Publishing knows that authors need to be free to create, not bogged down with complicated business issues like eBook conversion, establishing wholesale accounts, insurance, shipping, taxes, and the like. Its roster of authors can leave behind these tedious, complex, and time-consuming issues and focus on their passion: writing and creating. Learn more at www.pagepublishing.com.

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Sir Ivan’s $10,000 MegaMix Competition Helps Out-of-Work DJs Around the World

MIAMI, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — After weeks of innovative mixing by electronic dance music DJs from around the globe and after his celebrity judges made their final picks, Sir Ivan and sponsoring organizations have delivered cash and other prizes to 10 very deserving creators.

Sir Ivan, in what ended up to be the most creative «greatest hits» project in history, rewarded 10 DJs from all around the world for taking his top 18 songs from his catalog and producing a…

MIAMI, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — After weeks of innovative mixing by electronic dance music DJs from around the globe and after his celebrity judges made their final picks, Sir Ivan and sponsoring organizations have delivered cash and other prizes to 10 very deserving creators.

Sir Ivan, in what ended up to be the most creative «greatest hits» project in history, rewarded 10 DJs from all around the world for taking his top 18 songs from his catalog and producing a 60-minute «mega-mix» in their own individually creative ways.

The project was a way for Sir Ivan to help nightclub DJs that have been out of work due to the COVID-19 crisis.

The top five winners are Plurthlings (Denver, CO USA), DJ Tailik (Melbourne, AU), Donette Gómez (Veracruz, Mexico), Mourin DJ (Buenos Aires, Argentina), and Henry Ortiz (Santander, Columbia). They each received a $1,000 cash prize directly from Sir Ivan. They also received an artist promotion package from renowned public relations and promotion company Matt Caldwell PR.

In addition to the top five cash winners, Sir Ivan also awarded five runners-up: Gozu (Eskisehir, Turkey), Paul Ross (Glasgow, Scotland), Mavvwa (Colombo, Sri Lanka), Drop Ground (Mexico), and Tago (Portugal) with a copy of The Dance Music Manual, signed by the author, which is revered as «the bible of electronic music production» by top dance music producers.

The giving certainly didn’t stop there as Sir Ivan also donated an additional $5,000 to Insomniac’s «Rave Recovery» fund. The money was earmarked to help even more DJs that are out of work due to the pandemic.

With the help of an esteemed «A-list DJ» panel of judges – Paul Oakenfold, Bassjackers, DJs From Mars, Tenishia, and Exodus – the MegaMix project reached over eight million people worldwide.

To listen to all the contestants’ mixes, visit https://www.mixcloud.com/discover/sirivanmegamix/.

More About Sir Ivan

Sir Ivan has dedicated his recording artist career to remaking the iconic peace songs from the 1960s and was the first to take a Beatles or John Lennon ballad and turn it into an Electronic Dance Music (EDM) song. «Imagine» launched Sir Ivan’s career and all his songs since have gone on to top the charts on Billboard, DJ Times, and Music Week.

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Goya Distributes 400,000 Pounds of Food to Families in New York and New Jersey

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in The United States, distributes 400,000 pounds of nourishing food to families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic throughout New York and New Jersey.   

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JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned food company in The United States, distributes 400,000 pounds of nourishing food to families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic throughout New York and New Jersey.   

This donation is part of Goya’s national campaign Working for Our Country #GoyaGives that includes a donation of two million pounds of food to communities throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, a commitment made by Goya at the start of the pandemic in tribute to the dedication and hard work of 4,000 Goya employees. 

«Today’s donation, one of many, brings people together to help others who are in critical need during a time of uncertainty and hardship.  We are so grateful to work with community leaders, food banks and organizations who also care about helping to make a difference and provide families with healthy food,» said Bob Unanue, President of Goya Foods.

The food will be distributed through local food banks, churches, community centers, soup kitchens, and outreach programs that are in urgent need.  «Food donations, like today’s generous contribution from Goya, are needed now more than ever, as New Jersey is projected to see a shocking 56% increase in food insecurity due to the pandemic,» said Carlos Rodriguez, President & CEO of the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. «CFBNJ is grateful to all of its partners from every sector of society, whose support has enabled us to meet the unprecedented need as we work to prevail in the fight against hunger and build a healthier future for all.»

Through Goya Gives, a global program committed to promoting the overall well-being of communities through social responsibility, environmental initiatives, and company values, Goya supports each year nearly 300 charitable endeavors, scholarships, and events.  In times of desperate need, Goya has always been at the forefront of disaster and humanitarian relief efforts, providing millions of pounds of food worldwide.  At the start of the pandemic, the company donated an additional 500,000 pounds of food and 20,000 protective masks to health care providers. During Hurricane Maria Goya donated over 1 million pounds of food to the people of Puerto Rico, in addition to the starving people of Venezuela during governmental unrest, to the people of Haiti during the earthquake, and at home during Superstorm Sandy, and Hurricanes Isaac, Harvey, and Irene.  Since 1936, giving back is the heart of Goya and has always been a part of the company’s DNA.  

To learn more about Goya Gives, please visit: www.goya.com

About Goya Foods

Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures, packages, and distributes over 2,500 high-quality food products from Spain, the Caribbean, Mexico, Central, and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world.  The combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings, and convenient preparation makes Goya products ideal for every taste and every table.  For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com

For more information, contact:
Natalie J. Maniscalco
845.659.6506 / natalie@retromedianyc.com

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2021 TLX to Make Racing Debut at Pikes Peak Hill Climb; TLX Type S Prototype Serves as Official Pace Car

TORRANCE, California, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 2020 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb marks the official racing debut of the completely reimagined 2021 TLX, set to go on sale this fall. Acura will compete in the 98th running of the «Race to the Clouds» on Aug. 30 with two race prepared second generation TLXs powered by modified versions of the production 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, along with a «Time Attack» NSX supercar. Pacing…

TORRANCE, California, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The 2020 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb marks the official racing debut of the completely reimagined 2021 TLX, set to go on sale this fall. Acura will compete in the 98th running of the «Race to the Clouds» on Aug. 30 with two race prepared second generation TLXs powered by modified versions of the production 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, along with a «Time Attack» NSX supercar. Pacing the race to the 14,115-foot summit will be a development prototype of the highly anticipated TLX Type S, ahead of its market introduction next spring.

2021 TLX to Make Racing Debut at Pikes Peak Hill Climb

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Racing is a key expression of Acura’s Precision Crafted Performance DNA. For the past nine years, Acura has utilized the grueling Pikes Peak hill climb as an opportunity to grow the skills of the company’s young engineers and as a test bed for future performance technologies in Acura production vehicles. The Acura Pikes Peak race team is comprised of a group of volunteer R&D engineers and is responsible for all aspects of the competition, including the development of vehicles, race prep, crew support and navigating race cars to the finish line.

Acura’s long-standing competitive presence at Pikes Peak includes scoring numerous race records and podium finishes. In 2019, Peter Cunningham finished first in the Open Class for the third year in a row with the RealTime Racing TLX GT (9:24.433). Currently held record setting runs include a Hybrid-production car record for the Acura NSX driven by James Robinson (10:02.448) and a front-wheel drive record for the Acura TLX driven by Nick Robinson (10:48.094).

The Race Entries

TLX Type S Pace Car // Driver: Nick Robinson
The TLX Type S Pace Car, an early development prototype used for circuit testing, will be driven by Nick Robinson, a principal engineer in the company’s Chassis Development Group. The prototype TLX Type S is undergoing final development tuning before it is set to arrive in market next spring. Powering the TLX Type S is Acura’s new 3.0-liter V6 Turbo engine, expected to produce 355 horsepower and 354 lb.-ft. of torque, and distributing power to all four wheels via Acura’s fourth-generation Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®). Additionally, the TLX Type S Pace Car has been equipped with the optional lightweight Y-Spoke wheels, inspired by the NSX’s own, and several safety modifications including a roll-cage and fire suppression system. 

A Pikes Peak veteran himself, Robinson established a new front-wheel-drive record for Pikes Peak in 2018 with an Acura TLX and achieved a Time Attack 2 Class Win with a second-gen NSX in 2016. The year prior, he won the PP250 class on a Honda motorcycle. In addition, Nick Robinson serves as a driving safety expert and helps mentor new drivers throughout their careers at Honda R&D Americas.

2021 TLX 2.0T // Driver: Jordan Guitar
Both of the 2021 TLX race cars will compete in the Exhibition Class, with multiple modifications in preparation for the grueling hill climb. The TLX’s standard 2.0-liter turbocharged engine has been race-tuned with a larger turbo and intercooler for increased power. Stopping performance from the electro-servo braking system is improved with 4-piston Brembo® front calipers and rotors from the TLX Type S, along with high-performance racing pads. A more aggressive suspension set up is applied, as well as unique tuning for the Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system. Lightweight 19-inch HRE wheels with Pirelli racing tires complete the TLX’s race preparation.

Driver Jordan Guitar, a member of the company’s Chassis Development Group, made his Pikes Peak debut in 2018 and returned in 2019 – piloting Acura SUVs in both instances.

2021 TLX 2.0T // Driver: Justin Lumbard
The second TLX entered into the Exhibition Class will be driven by Justin Lumbard – team manager of Acura’s Pikes Peak efforts. Lumbard’s TLX benefits from a higher-output tune for the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and a more aggressive set up for the TLX’s double wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension. Rounding out the race-ready modifications are high performance brake pads, lightweight 18-inch HRE wheels and Pirelli racing tires.

A rookie Pikes Peak competitor, Justin Lumbard joined the Acura Pikes Peak team in 2017, and became co-leader a year later. Lumbard assumed the lead role for Acura’s Pikes Peak racing program this year, including overseeing the development of the TLX race car builds.

«Time Attack» NSX // Driver: James Robinson
Returning to the Peak for the third consecutive year is the «Time Attack» NSX driven by James Robinson. A 10-time Pikes Peak veteran, Robinson’s past successes in the «Race to the Clouds» include a hybrid production car record set with NSX in 2018 (10:02.448) as well as podium finishes in the Exhibition, Open and Time Attack 1 classes.

The «Time Attack» NSX features improved aero by way of a larger rear wing and aggressive front splitter. Larger turbochargers and enhanced engine management software increases total system output to around 625 horsepower. Various weight reduction measures, including a stripped interior, reduce the «Time Attack» NSX’s weight more than 200 lbs. Finally, lightweight HRE forged wheels are wrapped in high-grip Pirelli R-compound tires.

Acura’s 2020 Pikes Peak Entry List:

Vehicle

Driver

Class

2019 Result

TLX Type S Prototype

Nick Robinson

Pace Car

2021 TLX 2.0T

Jordan Guitar

Exhibition Class

New Vehicle Entry

2021 TLX 2.0T

Justin Lumbard

Exhibition Class

Time Attack NSX

James Robinson

Time Attack 1

10:07.940 (Fourth in Class)

About the 2021 TLX
The all-new 2021 Acura TLX ushers in a new era of Acura performance as the quickest, best-handling and most well-appointed sedan in the brand’s 35-year history. With a model-exclusive body structure and chassis architecture, all turbo engine lineup, and an athletic stance with bold proportions, the new TLX delivers dramatic gains in both style and dynamic performance. The 2021 TLX will arrive at dealerships early this fall while the Type S high performance variant arrives next spring. For more information: 2021 Acura TLX Reveal

About Acura
Acura is a leading automotive nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance – a commitment to expressive styling, high performance and innovative engineering, all built on a foundation of quality and reliability. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models – the ILX and TLX sport sedans, the RDX and MDX sport-utility vehicles and the next-generation, electrified NSX supercar. All Acura models sold in North America for the 2021 model year are made in the U.S., using domestic and globally sourced parts.

Additional media information including pricing, features & specifications and high-resolution photography is available at AcuraNews.com. Consumer information is available at Acura.com.

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Royal Caribbean Group sets sail with updated corporate identity

MIAMI, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — When a company is known for raising the bar on design and innovation, nothing is exempt from the mantra of continuous improvement—not even the company’s own name.

That’s why Royal…

MIAMI, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — When a company is known for raising the bar on design and innovation, nothing is exempt from the mantra of continuous improvement—not even the company’s own name.

That’s why Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is now known by a new moniker: Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL).

«The name is simpler, fresher and more modern. It’s also more descriptive—Royal Caribbean Group sounds like a parent company name, reflective of our growth and evolution since we last updated our identity more than 20 years ago,» said Royal Caribbean Group chairman and CEO Richard Fain.

The company’s flagship cruise line brands – Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Silversea, Azamara, TUI Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises – are all now proud members of Royal Caribbean Group.

Royal Caribbean Group’s logo has also been updated. The company’s iconic crown and anchor emblem has been sharpened and made more symmetrical, and now resides inside a circle at all times.

The Royal Caribbean Group identity was designed by Chermayeff & Geismar & Haviv.

About Royal Caribbean Group 
Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) is the operating business name for Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. Royal Caribbean Group is the owner of four global cruise vacation brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Silversea and Azamara. Royal Caribbean Group is also a 50% owner of a joint venture that operates TUI Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. Together, our brands operate 63 ships with an additional 16 on order as of July 10, 2020. Learn more at www.rclcorporate.com or www.rclinvestor.com.

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Speaking Your Language: Health Journeys Launches Spanish Guided Meditation Series

Evidence-Based, Mind-Body Audios to Help Hispanic Listeners with Anxiety, Pain, Depression, Trauma, Illness, Grief

CLEVELAND, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The long wait is finally over — Health Journeys, a Northeast Ohio health and self-help audio publishing company with nearly 30 years of expertise, is pleased to announce its new library of Spanish guided imagery and meditation recordings. This collection has been…

Evidence-Based, Mind-Body Audios to Help Hispanic Listeners with Anxiety, Pain, Depression, Trauma, Illness, Grief

CLEVELAND, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The long wait is finally over — Health Journeys, a Northeast Ohio health and self-help audio publishing company with nearly 30 years of expertise, is pleased to announce its new library of Spanish guided imagery and meditation recordings. This collection has been specifically designed to help Hispanic listeners with a variety of physical and mental health challenges.

Health Journeys has been pioneering the production and distribution of evidence-based relaxation, healing, and wellness audios since 1991.

The translation and narrative voice on the audio programs are the work of holistic nursing educator and integrative health coach, Caroline E. Ortiz, MSN, MPH, RN, who says, «It’s high time we invited our 52 million Latinx friends to benefit from the national boom in best-practice, mind-body resources for self-care. These recordings not only start to fill that gap, but they do so with all the love, respect, and care that I hold in my heart for my own beloved family.» 

The original meditations come from the founder of Health Journeys, Belleruth Naparstek, ACSW, BCD, a leader in the mind-body field and publisher of nearly 200 audio titles. 

Chief Operating Officer Jonathan Goldsmith notes, «For decades, health care providers from around the US have been asking us for meditations in Spanish. We’re finally able to deliver quality recordings in Spanish — especially important these days, when Hispanic communities are getting disproportionately hurt by this pandemic.»

To his point, according to the CDC, the hospitalization rate of Hispanic and Latinx persons is 4 times greater than that of non-Hispanic and white persons, while 1 in 3000 Hispanic and Latinx persons have died due to COVID-19 related causes. In the United States, this population also makes up 34.4% of current COVID cases, as well as nearly 17% of total deaths.

Amid this crisis, meditation and other mind-body health practices have become welcome tools in the face of stress and uncertainty. In order to address the disparity and inequity of the pandemic, and to provide continued support for Hispanic and Latinx populations, Health Journeys’ first Spanish release features titles for anxiety, depression, grief, insomnia, and posttraumatic stress. Plans to expand the library include guided meditations for surgery, cancer, diabetes, and weight loss.

Health Journeys has been pioneering the production and distribution of evidence-based relaxation, healing, and wellness audios since 1991. In its mission, the company has partnered with organizations like Kaiser Permanente, Johns Hopkins, Stanford University, Mayo Clinic, the National Institutes of Health, Progressive Insurance, the U.S. Army, and the U.S. Veterans Administration as well.

Health Journeys’ guided meditations are available in a variety of formats, including CD, MP3, streaming pages, a downloadable app, and more. For more information, or to sample a selection, please contact Outreach Coordinator Emily Marvin at emarvin@healthjourneys.com.

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Passionate and Obsessive Love Stories This August On Cubaplay

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cubaplay, the network that delivers top Cuban and Latin American entertainment through a wide variety of movies, telenovelas, shows, music videos and documentaries, premieres two passionate and heartbreaking love stories as evidence of how romance on the big screen has morphed and shifted over the decades: the Canadian obsessive thriller El Marido Perfecto (Her Perfect Spouse) and the Turkish passionate…

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Cubaplay, the network that delivers top Cuban and Latin American entertainment through a wide variety of movies, telenovelas, shows, music videos and documentaries, premieres two passionate and heartbreaking love stories as evidence of how romance on the big screen has morphed and shifted over the decades: the Canadian obsessive thriller El Marido Perfecto (Her Perfect Spouse) and the Turkish passionate Amor Infinito (Eternal Love).

Directed by Douglas Jackson El Marido Perfecto (Her Perfect Spouse) gives an account of the journalist Lisa Dorian-Kellington’s (Tracy Nelson) love experience, who thinks she found the perfect husband, a charismatic widowed writer Ty Kellington (Michael Riley). However, he becomes increasingly possessive of her as soon they get married. When she hurts her ankle during an argument, the injury causes her to become a prisoner in her own home, leaving her at the mercy of her deranged new spouse.

Directed by Ahmet Katıksız Amor Infinito (Eternal Love) is a drama with touches of comedy about the love story of two people who seem to have nothing in common. Zeynep (Fahriye Evcen) is a housekeeper and Can (Murat Yildirim) is a wealthy surgeon. Sparks fly when humble Zeynep crosses paths with Can, but a devastating truth puts their relationship to the test. Personal decision will be the hot-button issue between them.   

Cubaplay is owned and operated by Olympusat, and it’s currently available on Cablevision Optimum and Charter Spectrum.

For more information on Cubaplay’s programming, including tune in dates and times, please visit HD Spanish-language Suite at olympusat.com.

Olympusat – Editorial Contact:
Jesús Piñango
Senior Director of News
jesus@olympusat.com 

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Keurig Dr Pepper Reports Strong Q2 2020 Results

BURLINGTON, Massachusetts and PLANO, Texas, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NYSE: KDP) today reported strong financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020 and reaffirmed guidance for the year.

On a GAAP basis, net sales in the second quarter of 2020 increased 1.8% and diluted earnings per share totaled $0.21, compared to <span…

BURLINGTON, Massachusetts and PLANO, Texas, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NYSE: KDP) today reported strong financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2020 and reaffirmed guidance for the year.

On a GAAP basis, net sales in the second quarter of 2020 increased 1.8% and diluted earnings per share totaled $0.21, compared to $0.22 in the year-ago period. Constant currency net sales in the second quarter advanced 2.9% versus year ago and Adjusted1 diluted EPS grew 10% to $0.33.

Commenting on the announcement, Chairman and CEO Bob Gamgort stated, «Since its formation in 2018, KDP has delivered strong and balanced financial performance. Our second quarter results demonstrated the ability of our broad beverage portfolio, unique routes to market and culture of execution to deliver growth in the most challenging of environments. I am proud of and grateful for our 26,000 employees who have stepped up in the face of adversity to deliver for our customers, consumers and communities, while supporting each other during this uncertain time. Despite the expectation for significant volatility ahead, we remain confident in both our business model and organization to continue to execute well to deliver on the guidance we reaffirmed today.»

Second Quarter Consolidated Results
Net sales for the second quarter of 2020 increased 1.8% to $2.86 billion, compared to $2.81 billion in the year-ago period. On a constant currency basis, net sales advanced 2.9%, reflecting strong volume/mix growth of 4.3%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 1.4%. COVID-19 had a significant impact on the beverage industry during the quarter, requiring KDP to navigate the challenging environment to deliver balanced growth in the quarter. Highlights of net sales performance by segment include:

  • Coffee Systems: Significant growth in brewers and K-Cup coffee pods for at-home consumption more than offset a significant drop-off in the office coffee and hospitality businesses. E-commerce demonstrated particular strength during the quarter, reflecting an acceleration of consumers shifting some of their purchases to the on-line channel, including at the Keurig.com retail site.
  • Packaged Beverages: Strong in-market execution, leading to share growth in the majority of KDP’s cold beverage segments, more than offset the decline in convenience and gas channels due to reduced consumer mobility. Recent successful innovation also contributed to the strong performance in the quarter.
  • Beverage Concentrates: Declined due to the fountain foodservice component of the business, which services restaurants and hospitality, reflecting changes in consumer behavior.
  • Latin America Beverages experienced a modest negative impact due to limited consumer mobility in Mexico.

KDP in-market performance2 in tracked channels in the second quarter of 2020 continued to be very strong, with market share advancing in the majority of the Company’s key categories, including CSDs3, premium unflavored water, shelf stable fruit drinks, shelf stable vegetable juice and shelf stable apple juice and apple sauce. This performance reflected the strength of Dr Pepper and Canada Dry CSDs, CORE hydration and evian premium water, Snapple juice drinks, Clamato vegetable juice and Motts apple juice and apple sauce. In coffee, retail consumption of single-serve pods manufactured by KDP grew nearly 15% in IRi tracked channels, with dollar market share of KDP manufactured pods remaining strong at 82% and improving share trends in KDP’s owned and licensed brand portfolio.

New product introductions, most notably Dr Pepper & Cream Soda and Canada Dry Bold and, to a lesser extent, Snapple Lemonades supported the strength of the Packaged Beverages segment, while the new The Original Donut Shop One Step Lattes and ongoing successful brewer innovation, including the most recent K-Duo and K-Slim introductions, supported the strength of the Coffee Systems segment.  

GAAP operating income decreased 4.4% to $561 million in the second quarter of 2020, compared to $587 million in the year-ago period, including the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, which include certain COVID-19 related expenses, as well as lower pricing, inflation in input costs and logistics and higher operating costs associated with increased consumer demand. Partially offsetting these factors were lower marketing and other discretionary expenses, productivity and merger synergies and the strong growth in net sales. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 10.4% to $775 million, compared to $702 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin advanced 210 basis points to 27.1%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 11.1%.  

The COVID-19 related operating costs incurred in the second quarter of 2020 totaled $75 million, of which $63 million were recognized as items affecting comparability and consisted of temporary compensation increases and incentives for front-line employees, as well as incremental safety and sanitation expenses. The balance of the COVID-19 related costs in the quarter, which consisted of inventory write-downs and bad debt expense, are included in the Company’s Adjusted results. 

GAAP net income in the second quarter of 2020 decreased 5.1% to $298 million, or $0.21 per diluted share, compared to GAAP net income of $314 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, in the year-ago period, reflecting the decline in GAAP operating income, a higher effective tax rate resulting from the comparison to favorable discrete tax items and valuation adjustments in the prior year period and higher interest expense, as well as the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, partially offset by an increase in non-operating income. Adjusted net income advanced 10.9% in the second quarter of 2020 to $469 million, compared to $423 million in the year-ago period and Adjusted diluted EPS advanced 10% to $0.33, compared to $0.30 in the year-ago period.

The Company generated strong free cash flow totaling $524 million in the second quarter of 2020, enabling KDP to reduce bank debt by approximately $274 million. The Company’s management leverage ratio declined from 4.9x at the end of the second quarter of 2019 to 4.0x at the end of the second quarter of 2020, primarily driven by ongoing debt reduction and earnings growth. Since the close of the merger in July 2018, KDP’s management leverage ratio has declined 2.0x.

1 Adjusted financial metrics used in this release are non-GAAP. See reconciliations of GAAP results to Adjusted results in the accompanying tables. 
2 In-market performance (retail consumption; market share) based on Keurig Dr Pepper’s custom IRi category definitions.
3 CSD refers to «Carbonated Soft Drink».

Second Quarter Segment Results

Coffee Systems
Net sales for the second quarter of 2020 increased 5.4% to $1.04 billion, compared to $0.99 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting higher volume/mix of 8.3%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 2.5% and unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.4%. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 5.8% in the quarter.

The volume/mix increase of 8.3% versus year-ago was driven by strong pod volume growth of 9.5%, with a large increase in the at-home business, partially offset by a significant decline in the away-from-home office and hospitality businesses. Brewer volume increased 11.6%, on 19% growth in the year-ago period, reflecting successful innovation introduced over the past 12 months and investments to drive household penetration. 

Operating income increased 1.0% to $290 million in the second quarter of 2020, compared to $287 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the benefits of the strong net sales growth and continued productivity and merger synergies, partially offset by the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including costs related to COVID-19 and an increase in a litigation reserve. In the second quarter of 2020, the segment incurred $17 million of costs related to COVID-19, of which $9 million were treated as items affecting comparability. Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income in the quarter increased 9.7% to $363 million, compared to $331 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin advanced 140 basis points to 34.8%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income increased 10.0%.

Packaged Beverages
Net sales for the second quarter of 2020 advanced 6.2% to $1.39 billion, compared to $1.31 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting strong volume/mix growth of 6.6%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 0.3% and unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.1%. The net sales performance reflected strength in CSDs, juice and juice drinks, apple sauce and mixers, partially offset by lower net sales of premium water, driven by softness in convenience and gas channels as consumer mobility was limited. Driving the net sales performance in the quarter were Canada Dry, including the recently launched Canada Dry Bold, and Dr Pepper, including the recently launched Dr Pepper & Cream Soda. Also supporting the net sales growth were A&W, 7UP, Squirt, A Shoc, Real Lemon, Sunkist, Motts and Clamato, as well as increased contract manufacturing, partially offset by the Snapple tea business and Bai.

Operating income increased approximately 12% to $208 million in the second quarter of 2020, compared to $186 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong net sales growth, lower discretionary expenses, including marketing, and continued productivity and merger synergies. These growth drivers were partially offset by higher manufacturing and logistics costs to meet the strong consumer demand in the quarter, as well as the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including costs related to COVID-19.  In the second quarter of 2020, the segment incurred $54 million of costs related to COVID-19, all of which were treated as items affecting comparability. Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 42% to $269 million, compared to $190 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin advanced 480 basis points to 19.3%.

Beverage Concentrates
Net sales for the second quarter of 2020 decreased 16.5% to $309 million, compared to $370 million in the year-ago period, reflecting unfavorable volume/mix of 11.4%, lower net price realization of 4.8% and unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.3%. The volume/mix performance reflected a significant decline to the fountain foodservice business, which services the restaurant and hospitality sectors, due to the shelter-in-place consumer behavior during the quarter.

Total shipment volume versus year-ago declined 10.5% in the second quarter of 2020, primarily reflecting the impact of COVID-19 on the fountain foodservice business. Dr Pepper and Crush net sales were the most impacted in the quarter. Bottler case sales decreased approximately 7% in the second quarter of 2020.

Operating income decreased 9.8% to $220 million in the second quarter of 2020, compared to $244 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the decline in net sales and modest COVID-19 costs, partially offset by lower discretionary expenses, including marketing. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income decreased 9.8% to $222 million, compared to $246 million in the year-ago period, resulting in Adjusted operating margin increasing 530 basis points versus year-ago to 71.8%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income declined 9.3%.

Latin America Beverages
Net sales for the second quarter of 2020 decreased 14.9% to $120 million, compared to net sales of $141 million in the year-ago period, largely reflecting the unfavorable impact of foreign currency translation. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 1.4% in the quarter, reflecting net price realization of 6.1%, partially offset by a 4.7% decline in volume/mix, largely related to COVID-19 impacts in Mexico.

Operating income decreased to $21 million in the second quarter of 2020, compared to $26 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the unfavorable impacts of the lower net sales, foreign currency transaction expense and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability. Partially offsetting these factors were continued productivity and lower marketing expense.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 15% to $23 million in the second quarter of 2020, compared to $20 million in the year-ago period, resulting in Adjusted operating margin advancing 500 basis points versus year-ago to 19.2%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income increased 30%.

KDP Outlook for 2020
Given the Company’s diverse brand portfolio and extensive distribution network, which combined, have enabled the Company to successfully navigate the volatility caused by COVID-19 to date, the Company has confidence in its ability to deliver continued growth in the second half of the year.

Specifically, for the full-year 2020, KDP continues to expect constant currency net sales growth in the range of 3% to 4%. The Company also continues to expect full-year 2020 Adjusted diluted EPS growth in the range of 13% to 15%, or $1.38 to $1.40 per diluted share, given the significant visibility and control the Company maintains over its cost structure, including strong cost management, productivity programs and merger synergies. Finally, the Company continues to expect its management leverage ratio in the range of 3.5x to 3.8x at year end 2020 and its management leverage ratio to be below 3.0x within two to three years of the July 2018 merger closing.

Investor Contacts:
Tyson Seely
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3352 / tyson.seely@kdrp.com

Steve Alexander
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 972-673-6769 / steve.alexander@kdrp.com

Media Contact:
Katie Gilroy
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3345 / katie.gilroy@kdrp.com

About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion and nearly 26,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company’s portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott’s®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers.  The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability.  For more information, visit, www.keurigdrpepper.com.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements contained herein are «forward-looking statements» within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of words such as «outlook,» «guidance,» «anticipate,» «expect,» «believe,» «could,» «estimate,» «feel,» «forecast,» «intend,» «may,» «plan,» «potential,» «project,» «should,» «target,» «will,» «would,» and similar words, phrases or expressions and variations or negatives of these words, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements regarding the estimated or anticipated future results of the combined company following the combination of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. («KGM») and Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. («DPSG» and such combination, the «transaction»), the anticipated benefits of the transaction, including estimated synergies and cost savings, the long-term merger targets, and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based on the current expectations of our management and are not predictions of actual performance.

These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties regarding the company’s business and the transaction and actual results may differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: (i) the impact the significant additional debt incurred in connection with the transaction may have on our ability to operate our business, (ii) risks relating to the integration of the KGM and DPS operations, products and employees into the combined company and assumption of certain potential liabilities of KGM and the possibility that the anticipated synergies and other benefits of the transaction, including cost savings, will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected timeframe, (iii) the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, and (iv) risks relating to the businesses and the industries in which our combined company operates. These risks and uncertainties, as well as other risks and uncertainties, are more fully discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K, and our subsequent filings with the SEC. While the lists of risk factors presented here and in our public filings are considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking statement made herein speaks only as of the date of this document. We are under no obligation to, and expressly disclaim any obligation to, update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by applicable laws or regulations.

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
This release includes certain non-GAAP financial measures including Adjusted operating income, Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS and Free Cash Flow, which differ from results using U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). These non-GAAP financial measures should be considered as supplements to the GAAP reported measures, should not be considered replacements for, or superior to, the GAAP measures and may not be comparable to similarly named measures used by other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures typically exclude certain charges, including one-time costs related to the transaction and integration activities, which are not expected to occur routinely in future periods. The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures internally to focus management on performance excluding these special charges to gauge our business operating performance. Management believes this information is helpful to investors because it increases transparency and assists investors in understanding the underlying performance of the Company and in the analysis of ongoing operating trends. Additionally, management believes that non-GAAP financial measures are frequently used by analysts and investors in their evaluation of companies, and continued inclusion provides consistency in financial reporting and enables analysts and investors to perform meaningful comparisons of past, present and future operating results. The most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and reconciliations to non-GAAP financial measures are set forth in the appendix to this release and included in the Company’s filings with the SEC.

To the extent that the Company provides guidance, it does so only on a non-GAAP basis and does not provide reconciliations of such forward-looking non-GAAP measures to GAAP due to the inability to predict the amount and timing of impacts outside of the Company’s control on certain items, such as non-cash gains or losses resulting from mark-to-market adjustments of derivative instruments, among others.

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

For the Second Quarter and First Six Months of 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Second Quarter

First Six Months

(in millions, except per share data)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net sales

$

2,864

$

2,812

$

5,477

$

5,316

Cost of sales

1,302

1,186

2,463

2,292

Gross profit

1,562

1,626

3,014

3,024

Selling, general and administrative expenses

1,001

1,028

2,029

1,939

Other operating (income) expense, net

11

(42)

Income from operations

561

587

1,027

1,085

Interest expense

157

170

310

339

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

4

9

Impairment on investment and note receivable

86

Other (income) expense, net

(4)

1

16

6

Income before provision for income taxes

406

416

611

731

Provision for income taxes

108

102

157

187

Net income

$

298

$

314

$

454

$

544

Earnings per common share:

Basic

$

0.21

$

0.22

$

0.32

$

0.39

Diluted

0.21

0.22

0.32

0.38

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

Basic

1,407.2

1,406.7

1,407.1

1,406.5

Diluted

1,421.5

1,419.2

1,420.8

1,418.5

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

As of June 30, 2020 and December 31, 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except shares and per share data)

June 30,

December 31,

(in millions, except share and per share data)

2020

2019

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

149

$

75

Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents

28

26

Trade accounts receivable, net

1,010

1,115

Inventories

747

654

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

306

403

Total current assets

2,240

2,273

Property, plant and equipment, net

2,071

2,028

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

102

151

Goodwill

19,968

20,172

Other intangible assets, net

23,785

24,117

Other non-current assets

831

748

Deferred tax assets

29

29

Total assets

$

49,026

$

49,518

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$

3,377

$

3,176

Accrued expenses

940

939

Structured payables

182

321

Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term obligations

2,256

1,593

Other current liabilities

543

445

Total current liabilities

7,298

6,474

Long-term obligations

11,849

12,827

Deferred tax liabilities

5,922

6,030

Other non-current liabilities

1,034

930

Total liabilities

26,103

26,261

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders’ equity:

Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 15,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued

Common stock, $0.01 par value, 2,000,000,000 shares authorized, 1,407,193,674 and 1,406,852,305 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2020 and December 31, 2019, respectively

14

14

Additional paid-in capital

21,624

21,557

Retained earnings

1,613

1,582

Accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss

(328)

104

Total stockholders’ equity

22,923

23,257

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

49,026

$

49,518

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

For The Second Quarter of 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions)

First Six Months

(in millions)

2020

2019

Operating activities:

Net income

$

454

$

544

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation expense

183

172

Amortization of intangibles

66

63

Other amortization expense

76

90

Provision for sales returns

20

16

Deferred income taxes

(29)

(5)

Employee stock based compensation expense

42

34

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

4

9

Gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment

(40)

(8)

Unrealized loss (gain) on foreign currency

12

(25)

Unrealized loss on derivatives

76

43

Equity in losses of unconsolidated affiliates

18

27

Impairment on investment and note receivable of unconsolidated affiliate

86

Other, net

36

8

Changes in assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisition:

Trade accounts receivable

58

68

Inventories

(101)

(56)

Income taxes receivable, prepaid and payables, net

69

64

Other current and non current assets

(234)

(149)

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

260

339

Other current and non current liabilities

6

(31)

Net change in operating assets and liabilities

58

235

Net cash provided by operating activities

1,062

1,203

Investing activities:

Acquisitions of businesses

(8)

Issuance of related party note receivable

(6)

(14)

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

(11)

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(276)

(118)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

202

19

Purchases of intangibles

(15)

(4)

Other, net

3

22

Net cash used in investing activities

(92)

(114)

Financing activities:

Proceeds from controlling shareholder stock transactions

22

Proceeds from unsecured credit facility

1,850

Proceeds from senior unsecured notes

1,500

Proceeds from term loan

2,000

Net (payment) issuance of commercial paper

(836)

381

Proceeds from structured payables

86

78

Payments on structured payables

(227)

(9)

Payments on senior unsecured notes

(250)

(250)

Payment on unsecured credit facility

(1,850)

Payments on term loan

(730)

(2,848)

Payments on finance leases

(24)

(19)

Cash dividends paid

(423)

(423)

Other, net

(19)

10

Net cash used in financing activities

(901)

(1,080)

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents — net change from:

Operating, investing and financing activities

69

9

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash
equivalents

(3)

12

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at beginning of period

111

139

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at end of period

$

177

$

160

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT INFORMATION

(Unaudited)

Second Quarter

First Six Months

(in millions)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net Sales

Coffee Systems

$

1,043

$

990

$

2,016

$

1,958

Packaged Beverages

1,392

1,311

2,609

2,427

Beverage Concentrates

309

370

615

674

Latin America Beverages

120

141

237

257

Total net sales

$

2,864

$

2,812

$

5,477

$

5,316

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

290

$

287

$

562

$

580

Packaged Beverages

208

186

397

335

Beverage Concentrates

220

244

417

445

Latin America Beverages

21

26

48

37

Unallocated corporate costs

(178)

(156)

(397)

(312)

Total income from operations

$

561

$

587

$

1,027

$

1,085

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.
RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN NON-GAAP INFORMATION
(Unaudited)

The company reports its financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP. However, management believes that certain non-GAAP financial measures that reflect the way management evaluates the business may provide investors with additional information regarding the company’s results, trends and ongoing performance on a comparable basis.

For the second quarter and first six months of 2020 and 2019, we define our Adjusted non-GAAP financial measures as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability. The items affecting comparability are defined below.

Specifically, investors should consider the following with respect to our financial results:

Adjusted: Defined as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability.

Items affecting comparability: Defined as certain items that are excluded for comparison to prior year periods, adjusted for the tax impact as applicable. Tax impact is determined based upon an approximate rate for each item. For each period, management adjusts for (i) the unrealized mark-to-market impact of derivative instruments not designated as hedges in accordance with U.S. GAAP and do not have an offsetting risk reflected within the financial results; (ii) the amortization associated with definite-lived intangible assets; (iii) the amortization of the deferred financing costs associated with the DPS Merger and Keurig Acquisition; (iv) the amortization of the fair value adjustment of the senior unsecured notes obtained as a result of the DPS Merger; (v) stock compensation expense attributable to the matching awards made to employees who made an initial investment in the Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Executive Ownership Plan, the Keurig Dr Pepper Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2009 or the Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2019; and (vi) other certain items that are excluded for comparison purposes to prior year periods.

For second quarter and first six months of 2020, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) transaction costs for significant business combinations (completed or abandoned) excluding the DPS Merger; (iv) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (v) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt; (vi) incremental temporary costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic and (vii) impairment recognized on equity method investment with Bedford.

Incremental costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic include incremental expenses incurred to either maintain the health and safety of our front-line employees or temporarily increase compensation to such employees to ensure essential operations continue during the pandemic. We believe removing these costs reflects how management views our business results on a consistent basis.

For second quarter and first six months of 2019, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) transaction costs for significant business combinations (completed or abandoned) excluding the DPS Merger; (iv) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (v) the impact of the step-up of acquired inventory not associated with the DPS Merger (vi) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt and (vii) the loss related to the February 2019 organized malware attack on our business operation networks in the Coffee Systems segment.

For the second quarter and first six months of 2020 and 2019, the supplemental financial data set forth below includes reconciliations of Adjusted income from operations, Adjusted net income and Adjusted diluted EPS to the applicable financial measure presented in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statement for the same period.

Reconciliations for these items are provided in the tables below.

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Second Quarter of 2020

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general
and administrative
expenses

Income from
operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

1,302

$

1,562

54.5

%

$

1,001

$

561

19.6

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(29)

29

16

13

Amortization of intangibles

(33)

33

Stock compensation

(8)

8

Restructuring and integration costs

(52)

52

Productivity

(2)

2

(17)

19

Nonroutine legal matters

(26)

26

COVID-19

(18)

18

(45)

63

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,253

$

1,611

56.3

%

$

836

$

775

27.1

%

Interest
expense

Loss on early
extinguishment
of debt

Income before
provision for
income taxes

Provision
for income
taxes

Effective
tax rate

Net income

Weighted
Average
Diluted shares

Diluted
earnings per
share

Reported

$

157

$

2

$

406

$

108

26.6

%

$

298

1,421.5

$

0.21

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(3)

16

5

11

0.01

Amortization of intangibles

33

9

24

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

3

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

1

5

Stock compensation

8

2

6

Restructuring and integration costs

52

12

40

0.03

Productivity

19

4

15

0.01

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(2)

2

1

1

Nonroutine legal matters

26

7

19

0.01

COVID-19

63

16

47

0.03

Adjusted GAAP

$

145

$

$

634

$

165

26.0

%

$

469

1,421.5

$

0.33

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Second Quarter of 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross
profit

Gross
margin

Selling, general and
administrative expenses

Other
operating
(income)
expense, net

Income
from
operations

Operating
margin

Reported

$

1,186

$

1,626

57.8

%

$

1,028

$

11

$

587

20.9

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

11

(11)

(3)

(8)

Amortization of intangibles

(32)

32

Stock compensation

(8)

8

Restructuring and integration costs

(1)

1

(37)

38

Productivity

(1)

1

(23)

(9)

33

Transaction costs

(1)

1

Nonroutine legal matters

(8)

8

Malware Incident

(3)

3

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,195

$

1,617

57.5

%

$

913

$

2

$

702

25.0

%

Interest
expense

Other
(income)
expense, net

Income before
provision for
income taxes

Provision
for income
taxes

Effective
tax rate

Net
income

Weighted
Average
Diluted shares

Diluted
earnings
per share

Reported

$

170

$

1

$

416

$

102

24.5

%

$

314

1,419.2

$

0.22

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(16)

(2)

10

4

6

Amortization of intangibles

32

9

23

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

1

2

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

1

5

Stock compensation

8

2

6

Restructuring and integration costs

38

11

27

0.02

Productivity

33

7

26

0.02

Transaction costs

(7)

8

2

6

Nonroutine legal matters

8

2

6

Malware Incident

3

1

2

Adjusted GAAP

$

138

$

(1)

$

565

$

142

25.1

%

$

423

1,419.2

$

0.30

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the First Six Months Ended June 30, 2020

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general
and
administrative
expenses

Income from
operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

2,463

$

3,014

55.0

%

$

2,029

$

1,027

18.8

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(44)

44

(27)

71

Amortization of intangibles

(66)

66

Stock compensation

(15)

15

Restructuring and integration costs

(104)

104

Productivity

(18)

18

(55)

73

Nonroutine legal matters

(35)

35

COVID-19

(19)

19

(49)

68

Adjusted GAAP

$

2,382

$

3,095

56.5

%

$

1,678

$

1,459

26.6

%

Interest
expense

Loss on early
extinguishment
of debt

Impairment
on investment
and note
receivable

Income
before
provision for
income taxes

Provision for
income
taxes

Effective
tax rate

Net
income

Weighted
Average
Diluted
shares

Diluted
earnings
per share

Reported

$

310

$

4

$

86

$

611

$

157

25.7

%

$

454

1,420.8

$

0.32

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(27)

98

26

72

0.05

Amortization of intangibles

66

18

48

0.03

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(6)

6

1

5

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(12)

12

3

9

0.01

Stock compensation

15

3

12

0.01

Restructuring and integration costs

104

26

78

0.05

Productivity

73

19

54

0.04

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(4)

4

1

3

Impairment on investment

(86)

86

21

65

0.05

Nonroutine legal matters

35

9

26

0.02

COVID-19

68

17

51

0.04

Adjusted GAAP

$

265

$

$

$

1,178

$

301

25.6

%

$

877

1,420.8

$

0.62

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the First Six Months Ended June 30, 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross
margin

Selling, general and
administrative
expenses

Income from
operations

Operating
margin

Reported

$

2,292

$

3,024

56.9

%

$

1,939

$

1,085

20.4

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(1)

1

9

(8)

Amortization of intangibles

(63)

63

Stock compensation

(15)

15

Restructuring and integration costs

(2)

2

(97)

99

Productivity

(4)

4

(29)

42

Transaction costs

(1)

1

Nonroutine legal matters

(15)

15

Inventory step-up

(3)

3

3

Malware incident

(2)

2

(6)

8

Adjusted GAAP

$

2,280

$

3,036

57.1

%

$

1,722

$

1,323

24.9

%

Interest
expense

Loss on early
extinguishment
of debt

Income before
provision for
income taxes

Provision
for
income
taxes

Effective
tax rate

Net income

Weighted
Average
Diluted
shares

Diluted
earnings
per share

Reported

$

339

$

9

$

731

$

187

25.6

%

$

544

1,418.5

$

0.38

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(45)

37

11

26

0.02

Amortization of intangibles

63

17

46

0.03

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(7)

7

2

5

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(13)

13

2

11

0.01

Stock compensation

15

4

11

0.01

Restructuring and integration costs

99

26

73

0.05

Productivity

42

9

33

0.02

Transaction costs

(12)

13

3

10

0.01

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(9)

9

2

7

Nonroutine legal matters

15

4

11

0.01

Inventory step-up

3

1

2

Malware incident

8

2

6

Adjusted GAAP

$

262

$

$

1,055

$

270

25.6

%

$

785

1,418.5

$

0.55

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the second quarter of 2020:

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

290

$

73

$

363

Packaged Beverages

208

61

269

Beverage Concentrates

220

2

222

Latin America Beverages

21

2

23

Unallocated corporate costs

(178)

76

(102)

Total income from operations

$

561

$

214

$

775

For the second quarter of 2019:

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

287

$

44

$

331

Packaged Beverages

186

4

190

Beverage Concentrates

244

2

246

Latin America Beverages

26

(6)

20

Unallocated corporate costs

(156)

71

(85)

Total income from operations

$

587

$

115

$

702

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the first six months of 2020:

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

562

$

148

$

710

Packaged Beverages

397

75

472

Beverage Concentrates

417

2

419

Latin America Beverages

48

2

50

Unallocated corporate costs

(397)

205

(192)

Total income from operations

$

1,027

$

432

$

1,459

For the first six months of 2019:

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

580

$

86

$

666

Packaged Beverages

335

15

350

Beverage Concentrates

445

2

447

Latin America Beverages

37

(5)

32

Unallocated corporate costs

(312)

140

(172)

Total income from operations

$

1,085

$

238

$

1,323

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA AND MANAGEMENT LEVERAGE RATIO

(Unaudited)

(in millions, except for ratio)

ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION – LAST TWELVE MONTHS

Net income

$

1,164

Interest expense

625

Provision for income taxes

410

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

6

Impairment on investment

86

Other (income) expense, net

29

Depreciation expense

369

Other amortization

160

Amortization of intangibles

129

EBITDA

$

2,978

Items affecting comparability:

Restructuring and integration expenses

$

240

Transaction costs

8

Productivity

114

Nonroutine legal matters

68

Stock compensation

24

Mark to market

34

COVID-19

68

Adjusted EBITDA

$

3,534

June 30,

2020

Principal amounts of:

Commercial paper notes

$

410

Term loan

650

Senior unsecured notes

13,225

Total principal amounts

14,285

Less: Cash and cash equivalents

149

Total principal amounts less cash and cash equivalents

$

14,136

June 30, 2020 Management Leverage Ratio

4.0

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA – LAST TWELVE MONTHS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

THIRD
QUARTER
OF 2019

FOURTH
QUARTER
OF 2019

FIRST SIX
MONTHS
OF 2020

LAST
TWELVE
MONTHS

Net income

$

304

$

406

$

454

$

1,164

Interest expense

158

157

310

625

Provision for income taxes

109

144

157

410

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

4

6

Impairment on investment

86

86

Other (income) expense, net

9

4

16

29

Depreciation expense

99

87

183

369

Other amortization(1)

46

38

76

160

Amortization of intangibles

31

32

66

129

EBITDA

$

756

$

870

$

1,352

$

2,978

Items affecting comparability:

Restructuring and integration expenses

$

74

$

62

$

104

$

240

Transaction costs

7

1

8

Productivity

34

20

60

114

Nonroutine legal matters

12

21

35

68

Stock compensation

3

6

15

24

COVID-19

68

68

Mark to market

9

(46)

71

34

Adjusted EBITDA

$

895

$

934

$

1,705

$

3,534

(1) Other amortization was added to the EBITDA calculation in the first quarter of 2020.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES TO FREE CASH FLOW

(Unaudited)

Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities adjusted for purchases of property, plant and equipment, proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment, and certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods. For the first six months of 2020 and 2019, there were no certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods.

First Six Months

(in millions)

2020

2019

Net cash provided by operating activities

$

1,062

$

1,203

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(276)

(118)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

202

19

Free Cash Flow

$

988

$

1,104

 

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN CURRENCY NEUTRAL ADJUSTED FINANCIAL RESULTS

(Unaudited)

Net sales, adjusted income from operations and adjusted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral: These adjusted financial results are calculated on a currency neutral basis by converting our current-period local currency financial results using the prior-period foreign currency exchange rates.

For the Second Quarter of 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin

America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

5.4

%

6.2

%

(16.5)

%

(14.9)

%

1.8

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.4

%

0.1

%

0.3

%

16.3

%

1.1

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

5.8

%

6.3

%

(16.2)

%

1.4

%

2.9

%

For the Second Quarter of 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin

America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

9.7

%

41.6

%

(9.8)

%

15.0

%

10.4

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.3

%

%

0.5

%

15.0

%

0.7

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to currency
neutral

10.0

%

41.6

%

(9.3)

%

30.0

%

11.1

%

For the First Six Months of 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin

America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

3.0

%

7.5

%

(8.8)

%

(7.8)

%

3.0

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.1

%

0.1

%

0.2

%

10.9

%

0.7

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

3.1

%

7.6

%

(8.6)

%

3.1

%

3.7

%

For the First Six Months of 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin

America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

6.6

%

34.9

%

(6.3)

%

56.3

%

10.3

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.2

%

%

0.3

%

15.6

%

0.5

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to currency
neutral

6.8

%

34.9

%

(6.0)

%

71.9

%

10.8

%

For the Second Quarter
of 2020

For the First Six Months
of 2020

Adjusted diluted earnings per share

$

0.33

$

0.62

Impact of foreign currency

Adjusted diluted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral

$

0.33

$

0.62

The following table sets forth our reconciliation of significant COVID-19-related expenses. However, employee compensation expense and employee protection costs, which impact our SG&A expenses and cost of sales, are included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability and is excluded in our Adjusted financial measures. In addition, reported amounts under U.S. GAAP also include additional costs, not included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability, as presented in tables below.

Items Effecting Comparability(1)

(in millions)

Employee
Compensation
Expense(2)

Employee
Protection
Costs(3)

Allowances for
Expected
Credit Losses(4)

Inventory
Write-Downs(5)

Total

For the second quarter of 2020:

Coffee Systems

$

7

$

2

$

$

8

$

17

Packaged Beverages

38

16

54

Beverage Concentrates

4

4

Latin America Beverages

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

45

$

18

$

4

$

8

$

75

For the first six months of 2020:

Coffee Systems

$

7

$

2

$

2

$

8

$

19

Packaged Beverages

41

18

8

67

Beverage Concentrates

4

4

Latin America Beverages

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

48

$

20

$

14

$

8

$

90

(1)

Employee compensation expense and employee protection costs are both included as the COVID-19 items affecting comparability in the reconciliation of our Adjusted Non-GAAP financial measures.

(2)

Reflects temporary incremental frontline incentive pay and the associated taxes in order to maintain essential operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses.

(3)

Includes costs associated with personal protective equipment, temperature scans, cleaning and other sanitization services. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses.

(4)

Allowances reflect the expected impact of the economic uncertainty caused by COVID-19, leveraging estimates of credit worthiness, default and recovery rates for certain of our customers. Impacts SG&A expenses.

(5)

Inventory write-downs include obsolescence charges of $8 million for both the second quarter and first six months of 2020. Impacts cost of sales.

 

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NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises Realigns Leadership Team To Leverage Telemundo’s Position As Market Leader And Drive The Company’s Growth Into The Future

MIAMI, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises announced a realignment of its leadership team, following the recent appointment of Beau Ferrari as Chairman, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. The newly aligned executive team, which is effective immediately, will be responsible for driving the company’s growth strategy with a renewed focus on innovation and multiplatform entertainment, news and sports content.

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MIAMI, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises announced a realignment of its leadership team, following the recent appointment of Beau Ferrari as Chairman, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises. The newly aligned executive team, which is effective immediately, will be responsible for driving the company’s growth strategy with a renewed focus on innovation and multiplatform entertainment, news and sports content.

«I am pleased to announce our senior executive leadership team which will continue to build on Telemundo’s position as the market leader and sustained momentum,» said Ferrari. «This talented team will accelerate our company’s growth into the future creating the highest quality content across Global Studios, Entertainment, News and Sports and will leverage technology and new distribution channels to reach our audiences across all platforms.»

As part of the new leadership structure, Mónica Gil is promoted to EVP, Chief Administrative and Marketing Officer, reporting directly to Ferrari. In her newly expanded role, she will oversee operations, growth marketing, and strategy and insights for the company. Gil will continue to oversee Corporate Communications, Corporate Affairs, Government Affairs, Corporate Social Responsibility and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts and will play a critical role in the network’s long-term strategy and performance management.

«Monica is a well-respected leader, who has a proven track record in building and leading high-performing teams since joining the company in 2017. Her strategic and operational expertise have been instrumental in developing the company’s expansion and brand. In her new role, these focus areas will be integral to our company’s growth during this transformational time in our business,» added Ferrari.

In addition, Ana Siegel is elevated to EVP, General Counsel, and Amanda Calpin, Chief Financial Officer, and Ashaki Rucker, SVP, Human Resources will now report directly to Ferrari. 

Rounding out the senior executive team, the following executives will continue to report to Ferrari:

  • Peter Blacker, EVP, Revenue Strategy and Innovation, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises
  • Ronald Day, EVP, Entertainment, Telemundo Network
  • Luis Fernandez, President, Network News, Telemundo
  • Marcos Santana, President, Telemundo Global Studios, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises
  • Ray Warren, President, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo

Telemundo continues to shape a new era in Hispanic media with premium content exclusively made for Latinos looking for culture-centric stories that relate to their experience living in America. Coming off three consecutive years as the leading Spanish-language network in weekday prime time, Telemundo is now the only media company that reaches and engages the entire spectrum of Latino across languages and platforms. Most recently, Telemundo ranked as the #1 network in YouTube regardless of language; the #1 broadcast network in social engagement regardless of language; and the #1 Hispanic brand and provider of culturally relevant streaming content for Latinos with more than 3,000 hours of content in NBCUniversal’s streaming service Peacock.

About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:
NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. This fast-growing multiplatform portfolio is comprised of the Telemundo Network and Station Group, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo Global Studios, Universo, and a Revenue Strategy & Innovation unit. Telemundo Network features original Spanish-language entertainment, news and sports content reaching 94% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 30 local stations, 50 affiliates and its national feed. Telemundo also owns WKAQ, a television station that serves viewers in Puerto Rico. Telemundo Deportes is the designated Spanish-language home of two of the world’s most popular sporting events: FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032. Telemundo Global Studios is the company’s domestic and international scripted production unit including Telemundo Studios, Telemundo International Studios, Telemundo International, Underground Producciones, an internationally renowned production boutique based in Argentina as well as all of the company’s co-production partnerships. As the #1 media company reaching Hispanics and millennials online, the Revenue Strategy & Innovation unit distributes original content across multiple platforms, maximizing its exclusive partnerships with properties such as BuzzFeed, Vox, and Snapchat. Through Telemundo Internacional, the largest U.S.-based distributor of Spanish-language content in the world; and Universo, the company reflects the diverse lifestyle, cultural experience and language of its expanding audience. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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New K-8 Public Charter School Approved by Marion County School Board

OCALA, Florida, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Marion County School Board has approved the plans for a new K-8 public charter school. Ina A. Colen Academy will open its doors to welcome students in August of 2022. Located in Southwest Ocala east of 80th Avenue and south of 38th Street, Ina A. Colen Academy will offer an opportunity to Marion County students through an educational program focused on project-based…

OCALA, Florida, July 29, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Marion County School Board has approved the plans for a new K-8 public charter school. Ina A. Colen Academy will open its doors to welcome students in August of 2022. Located in Southwest Ocala east of 80th Avenue and south of 38th Street, Ina A. Colen Academy will offer an opportunity to Marion County students through an educational program focused on project-based learning with an emphasis on social emotional learning.

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The school was named in memory of Ina A. Colen. Mrs. Colen was a social studies teacher. She loved education and cared deeply about her students. A reflection of the Colen family’s values, the academy was founded to honor her memory and carry on her legacy of creating passionate learners capable of making the best decisions for themselves and for the society in which they live.

Robert Colen, nephew of Ina A. Colen, is Chairman of the Governing Board for the academy. «Today is a great day for Marion County and those of us with the Ina A. Colen Academy. By signing the Charter School Agreement with the Marion County Public Schools, we have made a substantial step forward in providing a transformational educational experience for our future students. Our heartfelt appreciation to every member of the School Board and staff for their support.» The governing board has members with strong community ties and their primary role will be to lead the academy to achieve its mission and vision while setting forth the philosophies and values that guide school operations.

Ina A. Colen Academy will be located in Calesa Township, a new family community for all ages encompassing 1,500 acres with up to 5,000 homes. The academy will be easily accessible for families moving to Calesa Township. The community will include an extensive trail and tunnel system so there will be minimal interaction with cars on the road. Calesa Township will also be home to a new aquatic center for competitive and recreational swim.

The Colen Family Charitable Trust has been working with Collaborative Educational Network, an educational consulting firm, to create and produce an educational program unique to Ina A. Colen Academy. The program will entail high quality standards-based instruction, project-based learning, incorporating social emotional learning and physical health and well-being of students and staff. The program is designed to meet the needs of all types of learners. The search for a principal will begin later this year.

The academy will include larger classrooms and common spaces to foster creativity and collaboration through project-based learning. The overall school will be one and two-story segments with a series of interior courtyards. Each classroom will be approximately 800 square feet with a ratio of approximately 75 square feet per student, larger than the standard classroom. The exterior walls of several classrooms will include garage door type openings to connect indoors to the outdoors. The facility will include a gymnasium, cafetorium, skills lab, art and music rooms, exploration lab, and a media center with production lab.

The academy will follow a phased build-out approach for student enrollment. It will open in August 2022 with an estimated 214 students in kindergarten through grade 6, adding a grade per year to serve the full K-8 range. At full enrollment, anticipated to be in year 6, the academy anticipates enrolling 982 students.

For more information about Ina A. Colen Academy, please visit IACAFL.org and follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@IACAFL).

Contact: REBECCA ROGERS
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352-239-8144 (cell)

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