Mopec Adds International Distribution Capabilities in Latin America

Agreements in nine countries provide mortuary and mass fatality products and services

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mopec—a leading provider of high-quality pathology, anatomy, mortuary and necropsy equipment and products—has recently finalized distribution agreements in nine…

Agreements in nine countries provide mortuary and mass fatality products and services

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mopec—a leading provider of high-quality pathology, anatomy, mortuary and necropsy equipment and products—has recently finalized distribution agreements in nine countries in Latin America, expanding the company’s global product network. 

«These agreements reflect our ongoing commitment to providing high-quality products and services around the world,» said Alan P. Diaz, Director of International Commercialization at Mopec. «We look forward to working with our new partners and to continuing to grow our international relationships.»

The recently signed agreements and available products include:

  • Chile: Arquimed: Mortuary chambers, autopsy tables, thanatology stations, grosslab or macroscopy stations, autopsy saws, thanatological instruments
  • Colombia: Macrosearch
  • Costa Rica: IFR: Full Mopec catalog
  • Ecuador: SIMED
  • Mexico: IVG: Autopsy saws, pedestal autopsy tables and carts, body lifts and transports, mass fatality and mortuary response solutions, pathology grossing stations
  • Panama: La Casa del Medico
  • Paraguay: Infotec
  • Puerto Rico: Bio-Nuclear
  • Peru: SIMED

In addition to supplying specific products in the above countries, Mopec’s experienced team of professionals is available to provide customized emergency preparedness, mass fatality response and surge capacity products and services in support of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic The company’s recently published whitepaper The Future of Mass Fatality Preparedness provides valuable insight and guidance on preparedness best practices. To access the whitepaper or learn more about Mopec’s products and services, visit Mopec.com.

About Mopec
Mopec, based in Madison Heights, Michigan, is a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality pathology, anatomy, mortuary, and necropsy equipment and products. Founded in 1992, Mopec differentiates itself through its extensive engineering process, superior design, and market-leading quality. Mopec is Better By Design and specializes in solutions for hospitals, universities, morgues, and a variety of other markets. Mopec is committed to the production innovative products and providing high quality customer service. For more information, visit www.mopec.com.

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Coming Together for Giving Tuesday

Toyota celebrates global day of giving with $700,000 in grants to nonprofits across the U.S.

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This holiday season is unlike any other, and a little holiday cheer can go a long way to uplifting communities across the country. This Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity and giving, Toyota Motor North America is supporting more than 25 nonprofit organizations with grants totaling <span…

Toyota celebrates global day of giving with $700,000 in grants to nonprofits across the U.S.

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This holiday season is unlike any other, and a little holiday cheer can go a long way to uplifting communities across the country. This Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity and giving, Toyota Motor North America is supporting more than 25 nonprofit organizations with grants totaling $700,000, providing basic needs, holiday gifts, school supplies, and more.

Toyota employees are also making a difference through company-matched donations supporting eligible non-profit organizations, and donating to employee led drives for food, clothes and holiday gifts.

«With traditional giving events postponed or canceled this year, we can still come together for a good cause to help our neighbors in need,» said Sean Suggs, group vice president, Toyota Social Innovation. «We hope these grants help organizations bring holiday cheer to families in need, further support front line responders, and provide additional resources for teachers.»

Toyota’s Giving Tuesday activities impact a variety of causes and organizations local to its U.S. facilities and operations, including:

  • Children’s health centers
  • Homeless shelters
  • Food banks
  • Senior meal delivery services
  • Rehabilitation and recovery organizations
  • Museums, orchestras and the arts
  • Emergency and needed supplies for children and teachers
  • Counseling, medical, utility and mobility assistance

Toyota’s Giving Tuesday grants include:

Facility

Location

Recipients 

Toyota Motor North America, Inc. – Headquarters

Plano, Texas

North Texas Food Bank, Children’s Health, Community Partners of Dallas

Toyota Motor North America, Research & Development

Saline, Michigan

10 organizations impacted and addressing growing needs. Food banks (MI, AZ, CA), homeless family shelter, cultural orgs, senior meals delivery.

Toyota Motor Manufacturing,

Indiana

Princeton, Indiana

Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science

Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra

Children’s Museum of Evansville

Arts Council of Southwestern Indiana

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky

Georgetown, Kentucky

Toys for Tots

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Mississippi

Blue Springs, Mississippi

Salvation Army

Toyota Motor Manufacturing,

Texas

San Antonio, Texas

San Antonio Food Bank Turkey Trot Race

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama

Huntsville, Alabama

Kids to Love

Free 2 Teach

HEALS, Inc.

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Missouri

Troy, Missouri

Salvation Army

Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Tennessee

Jackson, Tennessee

United Way of West Tennessee

Toyota Motor Manufacturing,

West Virginia

Buffalo, West Virginia

Salvation Army Angel Tree

About Toyota
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for more than 60 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships. 

Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly employs more than 36,000 in the U.S. The company has contributed world-class design, engineering, and assembly of more than 30 million cars and trucks at our 9 manufacturing plants, 10 including our joint venture in Alabama that begins production in 2021.

To help inspire the next generation for a career in STEM-based fields, including mobility, Toyota launched its virtual education hub at www.TourToyota.com with an immersive experience and chance to visit many of our U.S. manufacturing facilities. The hub also includes a series of free STEM-based lessons and curriculum through Toyota USA Foundation partners, virtual field trips and more. For more information about Toyota, visit www.toyotanewsroom.com.

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Victor Vanov
Victor.vanov@toyota.com
469-292-1318

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School of Rock Expands to Ireland With New Area Development Agreement

CANTON, Mass., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — School of Rock, the leader in performance-based music education, continues to expand internationally and has awarded a new area development agreement in Ireland.

CANTON, Mass., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — School of Rock, the leader in performance-based music education, continues to expand internationally and has awarded a new area development agreement in Ireland.

Stephen Kennedy and Lloyd Gerry, franchise owners of School of Rock in Greenwich, CT, will open four locations across Ireland over the next four years. The first school is set to open in Dublin in early summer of 2021.

«Opening in Ireland is incredibly meaningful, as we both have roots in Ireland,» said Kennedy. «We see School of Rock not just as a business opportunity, but as a way to truly make a difference in both kids and adult lives.»

This marks the 15th country open or in development for School of Rock. There are currently 276 School of Rock locations open and operating across 10 countries including the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Chile, South Africa, Australia, Philippines and Paraguay.

«Ireland has such an incredible rock history, giving us such stars as U2 and Thin Lizzy among others, and we are thrilled for School of Rock to have a presence in this country and help support the next generation of artists,» said Rob Price, CEO of School of Rock. «Steve and Lloyd have already made such a positive impact on students in the Greenwich community, and with their Irish roots and devotion to the School of Rock brand, they are the ideal candidates to lead this expansion.»

School of Rock provides students of all ages an exciting and engaging learning environment for taking guitar lessons, drum lessons, bass lessons, keyboard lessons, and singing lessons. Drawing from all styles of rock and roll, School of Rock students learn theory and techniques via songs from legendary artists such as Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, and Frank Zappa. Thanks to the school’s performance-based approach, students around the world have gained superior instrumental skills and confidence on the big stage, with some moving on to record deals and larger platforms such as American Idol, The Voice and Broadway.

For more information on School of Rock, please visit www.SchoolofRock.com.

About School of Rock
School of Rock helps aspiring musicians master skills, unleash creativity, and develop tools they need to thrive in life. Founded as a single school in Philadelphia, Pa. in 1998, School of Rock has become a rapidly growing international franchise with over 350 schools open and in development across 15 global markets. Since 2009, School of Rock has grown student count from 4,000 to over 35,000. School of Rock offers a wide variety of music lessons, including guitar lessons, singing lessons and piano lessons.

Follow School of Rock on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SchoolofRockUSA and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/SchoolofRockUSA.

For more information on School of Rock visit www.SchoolofRock.com or call 866-695-5515. To learn more about School of Rock franchise opportunities head to http://franchising.schoolofrock.com/

 

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PaySett Corporation And Credicomer Announce New Real Time Payments (RTP) Initiative

The RTP solution PayExpedite® will allow the financial institution to extend its payment offerings to small and medium size businesses (SMBs) in El Salvador

ATLANTA and SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — <a target="_blank"…

The RTP solution PayExpedite® will allow the financial institution to extend its payment offerings to small and medium size businesses (SMBs) in El Salvador

ATLANTA and SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — PaySett Corporation a global provider of ePayment solutions and Credicomer announced today the start of the implementation of a new RTP platform based on the ISO 20022 standard which will be part of the UNI RTP payments network in El Salvador.

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SMBs are a major economic force in El Salvador. Over 90% of businesses in the country are SMBs and this sector generates over 60% of all jobs. For SMBs the speed of the payment is critical given the challenges they face in cash forecasting to insure proper liquidity for the smooth operations of their businesses.  Being able to receive payments 24 hours and on non-business days allows for better inventory controls and less needs for short term high interest loans to support their operations. It is also critical for SMBs to be able to pay their employees and vendors in a timely manner. Jesus Garcia VP of Business Development for PaySett explains «The flexibility of our PayExpedite® platform will allow Credicomer to expand their payments services to SMBs via multiple channels/devices. SMB’s working with Credicomer will be able to efficiently process their account receivables faster allowing for a more efficient use of their financial capital.  We see great potential in this new partnership with Credicomer in assisting SMB’s with The Way Money Moves®«.

«Since Credicomer came to the scene its main focus has been to empower the business segment with innovative technology tools to help organizations improve their operations, thus allowing the segment to meet the needs of its markets. To us it was critical to have the backing of a vendor with a great deal of experience in real time payments so that we can offer our client base an assortment of services in different platforms and digital channels that will allow them to perform inter-bank funds transfers, credit their own accounts as well as third party accounts efficiently and securely» mentioned Roger Avilez, Credicomer’s General Manager.

To find out how PaySett can help your organization improve its payments operations contact us at info@paysett.com

About PaySett Corporation

Atlanta, Georgia based PaySett Corporation is a global provider of payment software solutions. PaySett provides products/services to assist global financial entities to effectively manage the way money moves throughout their organizations and for their customers. PaySett’s two decades of experience moving payments through national and international payment networks has allowed for the development of advance payment software for assisting global banks with the capability to enhance their regional and global payment network processing capabilities.  Fifteen of the top twenty global banks process payments through PaySett software.

PR contact:
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+ 1 (404) 812-5367
dpulido@paysett.com
www.paysett.com      

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Mazda Reports November Sales Results

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total November sales of 21,752 vehicles, a decrease of 10.8 percent compared to November 2019. Year-to-date sales totaled 247,768 vehicles; a decrease of 1.7…

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total November sales of 21,752 vehicles, a decrease of 10.8 percent compared to November 2019. Year-to-date sales totaled 247,768 vehicles; a decrease of 1.7 percent compared to the same time last year. With 23 selling days in November, compared to 26 the year prior, the company posted an increase of .09 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at www.mazdausamedia.com. (PRNewsFoto/Mazda North American Operations)

CPO sales totaled 5,115 vehicles in November, an increase of .04 percent compared to November 2019, and achieved its best November.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported November sales of 5,768 vehicles, a decrease 6.9 percent compared to November last year. Year-to-date sales decreased 23.8 percent, with 41,274 vehicles sold.

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through approximately 620 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

Follow MNAO’s social media channels through Twitter and Instagram at @MazdaUSA and Facebook at Facebook.com/MazdaUSA.

 

Month-To-Date

Year-To-Date

November

November

YOY %

% MTD

November

November

YOY %

% MTD

2020

2019

Change

DSR

2020

2019

Change

DSR

Mazda3

2,613

3,579

(27.0)%

(17.5)%

30,352

47,566

(36.2)%

(36.0)%

Mazda6

1,196

1,514

(21.0)%

(10.7)%

14,517

19,894

(27.0)%

(26.8)%

MX-5 Miata

610

469

30.1%

47.0%

8,113

7,314

10.9%

11.3%

CX-3

413

1,654

(75.0)%

(71.8)%

7,898

14,820

(46.7)%

(46.5)%

CX-30

2,649

31

33,656

31

CX-5

12,299

14,139

(13.0)%

(1.7)%

128,466

138,811

(7.5)%

(7.1)%

CX-9

1,972

2,988

(34.0)%

(25.4)%

24,766

23,625

4.8%

5.2%

CARS

4,419

5,562

(20.6)%

(10.2)%

52,982

74,774

(29.1)%

(28.9)%

TRUCKS

17,333

18,812

(7.9)%

4.2%

194,786

177,287

9.9%

10.3%

TOTAL

21,752

24,374

(10.8)%

0.9%

247,768

252,061

(1.7)%

(1.4)%

*Selling Days

23

26

281

282

 

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Grammy® Winner and Business Entrepreneur Pitbull Invests in New Connected Fitness Equipment CLMBR

DENVER, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — CLMBR, a leader in connected fitness technology, today announced Grammy® Winner, education advocate, business…

DENVER, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — CLMBR, a leader in connected fitness technology, today announced Grammy® Winner, education advocate, business entrepreneur and motivational speaker, Pitbull has joined the CLMBR investment team to support the commercial launch of the company’s two flagship products: CLMBR Connected and CLMBR Pure. As a part of the collaboration, CLMBR and Pitbull will donate a CLMBR Connected machine along with full, unlimited access to the on-demand, instructor-led fitness content to every Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM!) public charter school throughout the country.

CLMBR Logo

«It’s an honor to be involved with a great group of investors at CLMBR, as we’ve all climbed our way to the top,» says Armando Christian Perez (Pitbull). «What caught my eye about CLMBR is its unique workout, it reminds me of performing on stage. I know people are going to enjoy this new way of working out at home.»

CLMBR is an ergonomic and innovative vertical climbing machine. It’s the first vertical climber to feature a large-format touch display with on-demand, instructor-led classes. The patent-pending design has a high-quality build, minimal level of required maintenance, and features an integrated audio system that can fill an entire room with sound, enhancing excitement for the user. It also offers a state-of-the-art companion app to display key metrics, including vertical feet climbed and workout targets reached.

SLAM! is a network of tuition-free public charter K-12 schools serving students who seek careers in the Sports Leadership and Management industries. Pitbull helped start SLAM in 2013 in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood, where he grew up. Today, SLAM! operates in eleven different cities throughout the country and has a 100 percent graduation rate.

«We are thrilled to have Armando join our team to help launch CLMBR in the market and bring an exciting fitness modality to consumers,» added Avrum Elmakis, founder and CEO of CLMBR. «CLMBR is committed to democratizing fitness and I’m honored to work with Armando to provide CLMBR Connected to SLAM! Charter Schools around the country to provide kids access to on-demand connected fitness to start their wellness journey. With so many schools around the country lacking proper physical education courses to remain fit, it was a no-brainer for us to work with Pitbull to help SLAM!.»

Pitbull joins the CLMBR investment team alongside Jay-Z, Novak Djokovic, venture capital and private equity firm KBW-Ventures, exercise physiologist and CEO and Founder of 22 Days Nutrition, Marco Borges, and co-Founder and former CEO of YouTube, Chad Hurley.

CLMBR is available for pre-order on Indiegogo for a launch day deal of up to 50 percent off at https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/clmbr-the-most-efficient-cardio-strength-machine/coming_soon

ABOUT CLMBR:

CLMBR is an ergonomic and innovative vertical climbing machine. It’s the first vertical climber to feature a large-format touch display with on-demand, instructor-led classes. CLMBR’s patent-pending design has a high-quality build, a low level of required maintenance, and is easy to move – making it perfect for commercial or at-home use. The machine is beautiful with an open structural design that leaves the user’s views unobstructed, supporting a natural athletic posture. It also offers the latest user interface technology and state-of-the-art companion app that provides on-demand climbing classes and displays key metrics to maximize the user’s experience, including climbed vertical feet and the workout targets they have reached. The integrated audio on CLMBR Connected can fill any space, making it feel just like an in-studio climbing class. Unlike traditional climbing machines, CLMBR reaches for new heights and is ideal for any modern user. With its low impact and ergonomic movement, CLMBR is safe for most ages and levels of ability. To pre-order and learn more, please visit https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/clmbr-the-most-efficient-cardio-strength-machine/coming_soon.

ABOUT PITBULL:

Pitbull invites disruption on a global scale as a GRAMMY®-winning independent international superstar, education advocate, business entrepreneur and motivational speaker. With countless awards, dozens of international number ones, hundreds of gold and platinum certifications, single sales of over 80 million, and cumulative views in excess of 15 billion, one of the most impressive careers in music history set the stage for him to make true change. Not only did he successfully help establish Sports Leadership Arts and Management (SLAM!) tuition-free public charter schools across the country, he was honored by the United Nations General Assembly on behalf of Clean Water Here; he is a partner in eMerge Americas, the annual tech and innovation summit held in Miami; and he was honored alongside music legends as well as Nobel Peace Prize and Pulitzer winners at the 2019 International Achievement Summit. Pitbull and Horizon Media have partnered to launch 305 Worldwide, a new multicultural marketing agency. The first partnership secured through 305 Worldwide is Pitbull’s multiplatform marketing collaboration with Boost Mobile. Pitbull has performed for millions worldwide and even joined forces with the #1 life and business strategist, Tony Robbins, for numerous engagements around the globe. He maximizes his own creative, entrepreneurial and personal freedom yet again on the Latin album LIBERTAD 548 — his first project released independently under his own Mr. 305 Records. Pitbull is scheduled to perform at the 2020 Latin GRAMMYs in November.

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2021 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo: Pricing and Packaging

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The journey ahead in the 2021 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo just expanded with the addition of the Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo. Mazda’s newest crossover blends sophisticated designs, ample…

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The journey ahead in the 2021 Mazda CX-30 2.5 Turbo just expanded with the addition of the Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo. Mazda’s newest crossover blends sophisticated designs, ample amenities, nimble driving dynamics, and thoughtful proportions to help the vehicle standout in its segment. The new 2021 CX-30 2.5 Turbo’s performance and capabilities encourage a willingness to embrace adventures and enjoying the higher qualities in life.

The turbocharged engine in the CX-30 will deliver 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque with premium (93 octane) fuel, or 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque with regular (87 octane) fuel. Mazda’s i-Activ all-wheel drive with off-road traction assist and Skyactiv-Drive quick-shifting, six-speed automatic transmission with sport mode are standard on all turbo models. This upscale powertrain helps deliver a direct and connected driving experience focused on everyday drivability with accessible and broad low-end torque. This enhanced performance helps make each drive more enjoyable, from city commutes to scenic outdoor explorations.

To complement its enhanced performance and capabilities, the CX-30 2.5 Turbo is well-appointed with numerous standard features that help give owners a rewarding feeling. The modern design and proportions of the 8.8-inch large center display with the latest Mazda ConnectTM system, and Apple CarPlayTM and Android AutoTM capabilities provides occupants with seamless integration with their smartphone. Mazda Connected Services with three-year trial and in-car Wi-Fi hot spot with six-months, or 2GB, trial can help keep the most tech-minded individuals in touch with the digital world as they explore the physical one. Additional standard features include Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, eight-speaker sound system, dual USB audio inputs, dual-zone automatic climate control, rear air conditioning vents, electronic parking brake, rearview camera, and rain-sensing windshield wipers.

The CX-30’s interior showcases Mazda Design’s ability to elegantly bring together complex materials for a simple, yet sophisticated atmosphere. New standard chrome accents on the push button start, steering wheel and glove box lid balance the leather-wrapped steering wheel, shift knob, and leatherette seats. The seven-inch reconfigurable TFT gauge display is able to show useful information while maintaining a timeless appearance. Heated front seats, power moonroof, and a frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror are also standard on the CX-30 2.5 Turbo. The exterior is elevated in the turbo model as well with 18-inch black aluminum alloy wheels, gloss black front grille, gloss black heated door mirrors with turn signals, «TURBO» badge on the liftgate and engine cover, aluminum roof rails, and automatic on/off LED headlights and LED taillights.

Traversing in the CX-30 2.5 Turbo can lead to a variety of experiences. To help provide peace of mind for different situations, the turbocharged compact crossover comes standard with most of Mazda’s i-Activsense safety features. These include Mazda Radar Cruise Control with stop and go function, Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Smart Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning with Lane-Keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert and High Beam Control.

PREMIUM PACKAGE
When equipped with the Premium package, the CX-30 2.5 Turbo offers more amenities that can help when conquering that next adventure. The interior is heightened with Bose® 12-speaker premium audio, heated steering wheel with paddle shifters and leather seats. Added conveniences include power liftgate, windshield-projected Active Driving Display, Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Front-lighting System, LED Signature Illumination headlights and taillights, SiriusXM® satellite radio with three-month trial, and Mazda Navigation with three-year Traffic and Travel Link trial.

PREMIUM PLUS PACKAGE
The Premium Plus package is all-new for the 2021 CX-30 and exclusive to the Turbo models. This package provides the latest in advanced technology to help deliver a rewarding experience. This includes new i-Activsense safety features Smart City Brake Support Reverse and Rear Cross-Traffic Braking, which can help a driver by automatically applying the brakes when the vehicle is reversing at speeds between 2 to 4 mph and an obstacle is detected, or when a crossing vehicle is sensed as the driver is backing out of a parking space. A new support feature, Traffic Jam Assist, enhances Mazda Radar Cruise Control in certain situations by providing steering inputs that can help assist the driver stay within lane markers at speeds under 40 mph. The 360° View Monitor with high-definition digital clarity and front and rear parking sensors are new for the CX-30. Auto-dimming driver’s side door mirror and added Homelink to the frameless rearview mirror are also included in this package.

MSRP2 FOR THE 2021 CX-30 IS AS FOLLOWS:

i-Activ All-Wheel Drive

CX-30 2.5 Turbo

$29,900

CX-30 2.5 Turbo w/ Premium Package

$32,300

CX-30 2.5 Turbo w/ Premium Plus Package

$33,900

 

PREMIUM PAINT COLORS:

Soul Red Crystal

$595

Machine Gray Metallic

$495

Snowflake White Pearl Mica

$395

 

Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through approximately 620 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.

Follow MNAO’s social media channels through Twitter and Instagram at @MazdaUSA and Facebook at Facebook.com/MazdaUSA.

1 MSRP does not include $1,100 for destination and handling ($1,145 in Alaska), taxes, title or additional fees. Dealers set actual sale prices.

2 MSRP does not include $1,100 for destination and handling ($1,145 in Alaska), taxes, title or additional fees. Dealers set actual sale prices.

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The Home Depot Expands Skilled Trades Initiative with «Path to Pro» Program

ATLANTA, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Home Depot® announced today that it is expanding on The Home Depot Foundation’s $50 million trades training commitment announced in 2018 with a new education and job placement program called Path to Pro. The program aims to address the skilled labor gap by educating more people in the skilled trades, connecting skilled tradespeople with jobs and careers, and generating interest in trade professions…

ATLANTA, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — The Home Depot® announced today that it is expanding on The Home Depot Foundation’s $50 million trades training commitment announced in 2018 with a new education and job placement program called Path to Pro. The program aims to address the skilled labor gap by educating more people in the skilled trades, connecting skilled tradespeople with jobs and careers, and generating interest in trade professions through educational campaigns.

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Eighty-three percent of contractors still have trouble finding skilled workers, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Construction Index, and at any given time, there are about 300,000 skilled labor job openings*.

The Home Depot is investing in training from entry-level to advanced certifications. The company recently sponsored its first weeklong boot camp to teach essential industry skills like job site safety, tool usage, material handling as well as communication and professional skills. The boot camp is piloting in the Atlanta area and is planned to expand into additional markets next year. Graduates earn a Home Depot certificate that recognizes construction skills and professional fundamentals.

Additionally, the company will launch a first-of-its-kind website early next year to allow people to search local training programs, licensing requirements and open jobs in the trades – all in one centralized resource. The site features reliable day-in-the-life videos and stories for each trade, projected industry growth, salary information in industries like electrical, carpentry, plumbing and HVAC.

The Home Depot will also introduce a new, proprietary online platform to increase access to networking between skilled tradespeople and the company’s Pro customers. Training program graduates can showcase their work portfolio, experience and additional qualifications, and be contacted by Pros in their area looking for skilled labor hires.

In 2018, The Home Depot Foundation launched its trades training mission to help fill the skilled labor gap through programs in high schools, career academies and military bases nationwide. The Foundation works with Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA) and Home Builders Institute (HBI) to provide skilled training courses at the K-12 level in schools across the country. In partnership with HBI and 10 military bases, separating service members will be trained and certified, helping them launch their next career. The Home Depot is also the trades industry sponsor for the Center for Workforce Innovation at Atlanta Technical College (ATC) which is providing real skills to help students attain economic mobility in the trades.

The Foundation’s trades-focused partnerships have exposed more than 15,000 people to the skilled trades and have certified 3,600 participants in its first two years. With the company’s expanded efforts, people will have even more resources and training to pursue and grow their careers in the trades from start to finish.

*Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings Survey (Construction Sector)

About The Home Depot
The Home Depot is the world’s largest home improvement specialty retailer, with 2,295 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. In fiscal 2019, The Home Depot had sales of $110.2 billion and earnings of $11.2 billion. The company employs more than 400,000 associates. The Home Depot’s stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor’s 500 index.

About The Home Depot Foundation
The Home Depot Foundation works to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, train skilled tradespeople to fill the labor gap and support communities impacted by natural disasters. Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $350 million in veteran causes and improved more than 48,000 veteran homes and facilities in 4,500 cities. The Foundation has pledged to invest half of a billion dollars in veteran causes by 2025. 

To learn more about The Home Depot Foundation visit HomeDepotFoundation.org and follow us on Twitter @HomeDepotFound and on Facebook + Instagram @HomeDepotFoundation. 

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All-New Kia Sorento Embarks On A Cross-Country Journey From California To New Year’s Eve In New York City’s Times Square

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Heralding the arrival of the all-new 2021 Sorento, Kia Motors America is accelerating the countdown to the New Year with a coast-to-coast tour of the U.S. The fourth generation Sorento, Kia’s newest SUV will haul the «2021» New Year’s Eve numerals from the brand’s headquarters in Irvine, CA, to Times Square in New York City for installation at the top of One Times…

IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Heralding the arrival of the all-new 2021 Sorento, Kia Motors America is accelerating the countdown to the New Year with a coast-to-coast tour of the U.S. The fourth generation Sorento, Kia’s newest SUV will haul the «2021» New Year’s Eve numerals from the brand’s headquarters in Irvine, CA, to Times Square in New York City for installation at the top of One Times Square. At select points along the route, National Geographic will document the Sorento’s journey as well as bring the stories from these locations to life through photography and video.

All-New Kia Sorento Embarks on a Cross-Country Journey from California to New Year's Eve in New York City's Times Square

«New Year’s Eve is typically seen as a fresh start and a new beginning, and that holds true this year more than ever. With its rugged capability, the Kia Sorento will bring a little piece of the energy and fun of New Year’s Eve in Times Square to people nationwide. This will also be a reminder that we’re all in this together and that the New Year brings new opportunities and excitement,» said Russell Wager, director, marketing operations, Kia Motors America.

The road trip will culminate in Times Square, where for three days after arriving, the «2021» numerals will be part of a larger vehicle display before being installed at the top of One Times Square for the iconic New Year’s Eve Ball Drop, with Kia as the Official Countdown Sponsor. On December 31, a new creative campaign featuring the all-new Sorento will debut during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2021, on ABC. And to recognize and thank them for their hard work and dedication, Kia will host frontline workers and their families in Times Square so they can ring in the New Year. The frontline workers will be shuttled to and from the festivities by a fleet of Sorento SUVs.

With the «2021» numbers in tow, the Sorento departed Kia’s Orange County headquarters with arrival in Times Square set for December 21. Along the way, the Sorento will stop at Kia dealerships in Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York.

Throughout the road trip and including all activities in Times Square, Kia will adhere to CDC recommended protocols regarding face masks and social distancing guidelines.

About Kia Motors America

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America continues to top quality surveys and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands. Kia serves as the «Official Automotive Partner» of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of more than 750 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*

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*The Telluride, Sorento and K5 are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.

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Sovereign Pacific’s USD $500M Fund for The Caribbean Region

TORONTO, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sovereign Pacific Capital, an Asia wealth and asset management organization establishes a USD $500M Sovereign Pacific Fund, in partnership with Possibility Group, for sustainable investments in St. Kitts & Nevis and the Caribbean region.

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TORONTO, Dec. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Sovereign Pacific Capital, an Asia wealth and asset management organization establishes a USD $500M Sovereign Pacific Fund, in partnership with Possibility Group, for sustainable investments in St. Kitts & Nevis and the Caribbean region.

Leslie Thomas and Umashanker Mishra

Sovereign Pacific Capital Ltd., www.sovereignpacific.co, a Singapore based wealth and asset management organization, partners with Possibility Group Ltd., a Caribbean value creation organization, to establish a USD $500M Sovereign Pacific Fund for sustainable investments in St. Kitts & Nevis and the Caribbean region. Sovereign Pacific Fund will be administered and managed by Possibility Capital Inc., www.possibility.capital, a Caribbean wealth and asset management organization.

Sovereign Pacific Capital’s focus includes Financial Services, Real Estate, Healthcare, Renewable Energy, Hotels & Resorts, Manufacturing and Agriculture.

Sovereign Pacific Capital’s Chairman, Umashanker Mishra, is an Indian Canadian, Philanthropist, Attorney and Solicitor and Investment Banker. He is the Founder & Chairman of Global Human Care Foundation, which is a private Canadian entity focused on charitable projects in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean region.

Possibility Group, www.possibility.capital, is a leading value creation organization in Asia, Caribbean and North America. Possibility creates, develops and manages sustainable business for stakeholders based on a life cycle engineered, performance driven, partnerships = possibilities system.

Possibility’s Caribbean business includes Real Estate Development, Renewable Energy, Asset Management, Possibility Capital, Investment Management, Sustainable Manufacturing, Proprietary Agriculture and Medical Healthcare.

Possibility Group’s President & CEO, Leslie Thomas, P. Eng., is a Caribbean Canadian, born in St. Kitts & Nevis, with a personal motivation to «give back» to Tabernacle, St. Kitts & Nevis and the Caribbean and to contribute in a «unique and lasting» way to the region through Possibility Group, Possibility Capital and Global Human Care Foundation.

«We are very excited about our partnership with Sovereign Pacific Capital; Chairman, Umashanker Mishra and Sovereign Pacific’s USD $500M Fund, which will help to address a significant Barrier to Growth (access to Financing) in the Caribbean Region».

«Sustainable manufacturing in the Caribbean region and the production of high quality Caribbean steel rebar and also environmentally friendly Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF), will help property owners, developers, resorts, hotels, governments, institutions and asset managers to reduce capital cost, energy cost and construction time, and significantly increase buildings strength (hurricane proof). Further benefits include developing new skills, trades, occupations, employment for Women in the construction industry and our Suncastle Resorts, Condos & Commercial buildings will be constructed primarily by Caribbean Women (to the highest industry standards and without compromise in quality, safety, strength or finish), which will be innovative, revolutionary, unique and life changing», said Mr. Thomas.

For Media: Leslie Thomas, Services@possibilty.capital, (416) 900-7380, (416) 900-8375

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