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P2 Science Appoints Daina Catanese as Marketing Specialist

WOODBRIGE, Conn., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — P2 Science Inc., a green chemistry company, announced that Daina Catanese has joined the company to lead marketing, communications and media activities.

Catanese has experience in the fields of graphic design and marketing for consumer products companies. She comes…

WOODBRIGE, Conn., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — P2 Science Inc., a green chemistry company, announced that Daina Catanese has joined the company to lead marketing, communications and media activities.

Catanese has experience in the fields of graphic design and marketing for consumer products companies. She comes to P2 from Kantar Consulting where she provided major multinationals in the health, wellness and beauty space with a range of innovative media content and strategies to support key brands.

«Bringing Daina onto the P2 team is a great opportunity for us to upgrade and accelerate marketing efforts around our unique technology and products for the consumer products industry,» said P2 CEO, Neil Burns. «She has the skills, experience and attitude to help us develop a state of the art communications and engagement program for customers globally.»

Catanese graduated with a BA in graphic design from the University of New Haven, where she also co-captained the women’s lacrosse team. In her spare time, she coaches youth lacrosse in Connecticut.

«It’s great to work in such an innovative and impactful company, where our products are really making a difference,» said Catanese. «I’m looking forward to being a part of this incredible journey that P2 is on to transform the nature of many consumer products with our amazing ingredients.»

Catanese is based at P2’s Woodbridge, CT facility and reports to Ryan Cheng, VP of Business Development.

About P2 Science:
P2 Science is a green chemistry company, co-founded by Professor Paul Anastas, head of the Yale Center for Green Chemistry and Green Engineering. P2 has developed and patented technologies for converting renewable feedstocks into high-value specialty products. Investors in P2 include BASF Venture Capital, Xeraya Capital, Elm Street Ventures, Connecticut Innovations, Ironwood Capital, HG Ventures and Chanel. The company started up its first manufacturing plant in September of 2018 which produces novel renewable aroma chemicals and cosmetic ingredients. For more information, visit http://www.p2science.com

Media Contact

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Boeing Commits to Deliver Commercial Airplanes Ready to Fly on 100% Sustainable Fuels

SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) is setting an ambitious target to advance the long-term sustainability of commercial aviation, committing that its commercial airplanes are capable and certified to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuels by 2030. Boeing has previously conducted successful test flights replacing petroleum jet fuel with 100% sustainable fuels to address the urgent challenge of climate change.

According to the Air Transport Action Group, U.S. Department of…

SEATTLE, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Boeing (NYSE: BA) is setting an ambitious target to advance the long-term sustainability of commercial aviation, committing that its commercial airplanes are capable and certified to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuels by 2030. Boeing has previously conducted successful test flights replacing petroleum jet fuel with 100% sustainable fuels to address the urgent challenge of climate change.

According to the Air Transport Action Group, U.S. Department of Energy and several other scientific studies, sustainable aviation fuels reduce CO2 emissions by up to 80% over the fuel’s life cycle with the potential to reach 100% in the future. Today, sustainable aviation fuels are mixed directly with conventional jet fuel up to a 50/50 blend — the maximum allowed under current fuel specifications. In order to meet aviation’s commitment for reducing carbon emissions by 50% from 2005 levels by 2050, airplanes need the capability to fly on 100% sustainable aviation fuels well before 2050. 

«Our industry and customers are committed to addressing climate change, and sustainable aviation fuels are the safest and most measurable solution to reduce aviation carbon emissions in the coming decades,» said Boeing Commercial Airplanes President and CEO Stan Deal. «We’re committed to working with regulators, engine companies and other key stakeholders to ensure our airplanes and eventually our industry can fly entirely on sustainable jet fuels.»

Boeing’s commitment is to determine what changes are required for its current and future commercial airplanes to fly on 100% sustainable fuels, and to work with regulatory authorities and across the industry to raise the blending limit for expanded use.

«With a long history of innovation in sustainable aviation fuels, certifying our family of airplanes to fly on 100% sustainable fuels significantly advances Boeing’s deep commitment to innovate and operate to make the world better,» Chief Sustainability Officer Chris Raymond said. «Sustainable aviation fuels are proven, used every day, and have the most immediate and greatest potential to reduce carbon emissions in the near and long term when we work together as an industry.»

Boeing has been a pioneer in making sustainable aviation fuels a reality, partnering globally with airlines, industry, governments and research institutions to expand limited supplies and reduce the fuels’ cost. Boeing worked with airlines, engine manufacturers and others to conduct biofuel test flights starting in 2008 and gain approval for sustainable fuels in 2011. In 2018, the Boeing ecoDemonstrator flight-test program made the world’s first commercial airplane flight using 100% sustainable fuels with a 777 Freighter, in collaboration with FedEx Express.

Sustainable aviation fuels can be made from a wide variety of feedstocks, including non-edible plants, agricultural and forestry waste, non-recyclable household waste, industrial plant off-gassing and other sources. Sustainability of the fuels is assured through strong, credible sustainability certifications through third-party organizations such as the Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials.

For more information on Boeing’s sustainability commitments, visit www.boeing.com/sustainability.

Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading provider of commercial airplanes, defense, space and security systems, and global services. As a top U.S. exporter, the company supports commercial and government customers in more than 150 countries. Building on a legacy of aerospace leadership, Boeing continues to lead in technology and innovation, deliver for its customers and invest in its people and future growth. 

Contact:
Paul McElroy
Global Enterprise Sustainability
+1 (425) 283-7740
paul.mcelroy2@boeing.com

Jessica Kowal
Boeing Commercial Airplanes
+1 (206) 660-6849
jessica.m.kowal@boeing.com

 

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Karyn Turk, Mrs. Florida 2016, Leads a Group of Concerned Citizens in Boca Raton to Protest Against Censorship

BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — On Saturday, January 23rd, 2021, at 10 am, a group of concerned citizens led by Karyn Turk, Mrs. Florida 2016, will peacefully protest Big Tech Censorship at Bed, Bath & Beyond at 1400 C University Commons in Boca Raton, Florida.

This protest is fueled by the announcement by Bed, Bath,…

BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — On Saturday, January 23rd, 2021, at 10 am, a group of concerned citizens led by Karyn Turk, Mrs. Florida 2016, will peacefully protest Big Tech Censorship at Bed, Bath & Beyond at 1400 C University Commons in Boca Raton, Florida.

This protest is fueled by the announcement by Bed, Bath, and Beyond that they will no longer carry the «My Pillow» brand, caving to left-leaning influencers who have rallied against «My Pillow» CEO Mike Lindell due to his support of former President Donald J. Trump. «My Pillow» exclusively manufactures its products entirely in the USA and employs approximately 1,500 fellow Americans, and has consistently proven to be a loyal American brand. 

The protest is led by Karyn Turk, Mrs. Florida 2016, weekly Newsmax contributor and host of «Behind The Headlines«. Joining her is well-known activist Steven Alembik who was recently awarded the faith and freedom award from the New Journey PAC. 

«Big box retailers should know that it is a mistake to allow the social media trends to dictate their store policies. Consumers are perfectly able to make their own buying choices without intervention to pull products because big tech wants to silence American voices—mostly conservative ones.» «Our first amendment, which gives YOU the right to speak freely, is under vicious attack. This issue goes beyond partisan politics. Freedom of speech is a unified belief, a constitutional right, something that every American should embrace and defend,» stated Turk.

Saturday’s protest comes on the heels of a series of conservative censorships from «Big Tech» companies, including Twitter’s lifetime ban of President’s Trump’s account, Apple, Amazon, and Google removing conservative social media site Parler from their services and big-box retailers decision to stop carrying conservative-led brand «My Pillow.» Citizens outraged by Big Tech’s continual silencing of their voices are encouraged to attend this peaceful protest to support their First Amendment Rights.

Media Contact:
Kristin Davis at ThinkRight PR
212-920-9918
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Novelis Names Chris Courts Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and Compliance Officer

ATLANTA, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Novelis Inc., the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, announced today that it has named Chris Courts as Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and Compliance Officer. In this role, Courts will have responsibility for all legal matters across the company and serve on the company’s Executive Committee.

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ATLANTA, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Novelis Inc., the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, announced today that it has named Chris Courts as Senior Vice President and General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and Compliance Officer. In this role, Courts will have responsibility for all legal matters across the company and serve on the company’s Executive Committee.

Courts has over 15 years of experience with Novelis, having most recently served in this role in an interim capacity since March 2020. Prior to that, Courts served as Vice President, Deputy General Counsel. During his tenure, he has held a series of leadership positions in the legal department, including overseeing intellectual property, contracts management, securities, compliance, governance, corporate secretary, as well as mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.

«Chris’ expansive experience across Novelis has prepared him to excel in leading the organization’s legal function,» said Steve Fisher, President and CEO, Novelis Inc. «Not only is he an expert in his field, Chris is also incredibly knowledgeable of the aluminum industry. I am extremely confident in his capabilities as a leader and believe he will continue to provide impeccable strategic legal guidance to our executive team and the business as a whole.»

Prior to joining Novelis, Courts served as Senior Corporate Counsel for Aquila, Inc. He began his career as a corporate associate at the law firm of Husch Blackwell LLP.

Courts earned both a bachelor’s degree in finance and a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Iowa.

About Novelis
Novelis Inc. is driven by its purpose to shape a sustainable world together. As a global leader in innovative products and services and the world’s largest recycler of aluminum, we partner with customers in the aerospace, automotive, beverage can and specialties industries to deliver solutions that maximize the benefits of lightweight aluminum throughout North America, Europe, Asia and South America. Novelis is a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, an industry leader in aluminum and copper, and the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai, India. For more information, visit novelis.com.

 

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Fla.’s Housing Market: Sales, Median Prices, New Listings Show Gains in December

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Despite the ongoing pandemic and a still struggling jobs outlook, Florida’s housing market in December showed more closed sales, more new pending sales, higher median prices and more new listings compared to a year ago, according to Florida Realtors® latest housing data. Single-family existing home sales rose 21% compared to a year ago.

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ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Despite the ongoing pandemic and a still struggling jobs outlook, Florida’s housing market in December showed more closed sales, more new pending sales, higher median prices and more new listings compared to a year ago, according to Florida Realtors® latest housing data. Single-family existing home sales rose 21% compared to a year ago.

«The strength and resilience of Florida’s housing market in 2020 has been remarkable – even with the challenges caused by the ongoing global pandemic and the resulting economic turmoil, the market in December ended on a high note,» said 2021 Florida Realtors President Cheryl Lambert, broker-owner with Only Way Realty Citrus in Inverness. «Mortgage rates remain historically low and there’s great interest from buyers throughout the state. However, a continued shortage of for-sale inventory is having an impact on prices and attainable, affordable housing.»

In December, closed sales of single-family homes statewide totaled 30,478, up 21% year-over-year, while existing condo-townhouse sales totaled 12,752, up 27.7% over December 2019. Closed sales may occur from 30- to 90-plus days after sales contracts are written.

The statewide median sales prices for both single-family homes and condo-townhouse properties rose year-over-year in December for 108 consecutive months. The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes was $309,000, up 14.4% from the previous year, according to data from Florida Realtors Research Department in partnership with local Realtor boards/associations. Last month’s statewide median price for condo-townhouse units was $230,000, up 13.7% over the year-ago figure. The median is the midpoint; half the homes sold for more, half for less.

Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor noted that December’s closed sales for existing single-family homes was the second highest total for any month in 2020.

«Last winter we were on pace to have one of the best years on record in residential real estate,» he said. «The pandemic dashed those dreams in March, of course, but the housing market has since come roaring back – right now a lot of the right factors are in place for us to get off to another really strong start in 2021. New pending sales of single-family homes were up 30.7% year-over-year in December, while new pending condo and townhouse sales were up 42.6%, which strongly signals that we’re going to see this surge in closed sales continue into at least the first couple of months of this year.»

O’Connor added, «For all of 2020, we ended up with almost 6% more closed single-family home sales across the state than in 2019. But our current rate of sales is better exemplified by what took place during the second half of 2020, with single-family home sales marking an 18% year-over-year increase. And December’s strong finish for condo and townhouse sales put its annual total for 2020 ahead of its 2019 total by 2.5%.»

The state’s luxury market led the way throughout the second half of 2020, O’Connor noted, and coupled with the overall increase in home value appreciation across the board during that time, it resulted in a dollar volume of sales in 2020 that was far greater than in 2019.

«The dollar volume of closed single-family home sales rose by 22.5% in 2020 to nearly $125 billion,» he said. «Closed sales in the condo and townhouse category, meanwhile, ended the year with an annual total dollar volume in excess of $36 billion, for an increase of just under 14%.»

New listings statewide increased year-over-year in both property type categories in December, up 10% for single-family existing homes and 11.4% for condo and townhouse units.

On the supply side of the market, inventory (active listings) remained restricted, particularly in the single-family existing home category, which was at a very limited 1.8-months’ supply in December. Condo-townhouse inventory was at a 4.2-months’ supply.

According to Freddie Mac, the interest rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 2.68% in December 2020, significantly lower than the 3.72% averaged during the same month a year earlier.

To see the full statewide housing activity reports, go to Florida Realtors Media Center at http://media.floridarealtors.org/ and look under Latest Releases or download the December 2020 data report PDFs under Market Data at: http://media.floridarealtors.org/market-data.  

Florida Realtors® serves as the voice for real estate in Florida. It provides programs, services, continuing education, research and legislative representation to about 200,000 members in 51 boards/associations. Florida Realtors® Media Center website is available at http://media.floridarealtors.org.

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Help small-scale farmers adapt to climate change or face increased hunger and migration, warns IFAD President

ROME, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — If investments to help rural small-scale farmers adapt to climate change do not substantially increase, we risk widespread hunger and global instability, warned Gilbert F. Houngbo, President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), ahead of the Climate Adaptation Summit next week.  

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ROME, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — If investments to help rural small-scale farmers adapt to climate change do not substantially increase, we risk widespread hunger and global instability, warned Gilbert F. Houngbo, President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), ahead of the Climate Adaptation Summit next week.  

«It is unacceptable that small-scale farmers who grow much of the world’s food are left at the mercy of unpredictable weather patterns, with such low investment to help them to adapt,» said Houngbo. «They do little to cause climate change, but suffer the most from its impacts. Their increasingly common crop failures and livestock deaths put our entire food system at risk. It is imperative that we ensure they remain on their land and sustainably produce nutritious food. If not, then hunger, poverty and migration will become even more widespread in the years to come.»

In response, Houngbo will announce the launch of IFAD’s Enhanced Adaptation for Smallholder Agriculture Programme (ASAP+) at the Climate Adaptation Summit on 26 January, alongside IFAD’s Goodwill Ambassadors Idris and Sabrina Elba who will discuss the topic with Alexander de Croo, Prime Minister of Belgium, and Dag Inge Ulstei, Norway’s Minister of International Development.

Only 1.7 percent of global climate finance – a fraction of what is needed – goes to small-scale farmers in developing countries despite their disproportionate vulnerability to the impacts of climate change, according to a report released by IFAD at the end of 2020.

ASAP+ intends to change this. It is envisioned to be the largest fund dedicated to channelling climate finance to small-scale producers. It aims to mobilise US$500 million to reduce climate change threats to food security, lower greenhouse gases and help more than 10 million people adapt to weather changes. It will also help countries achieve their nationally determined contributions set under the Paris agreement. Austria, Germany, Ireland and Qatar have already pledged commitments.

Small-scale farmers currently produce half of the world’s food calories, but are often entirely reliant on natural resources, including rain. As a result, they are at significant risk from increasing temperatures, erratic rainfall, pest infestations, rising sea levels, and extreme weather events.

Note to the editor:

Follow the event: 26 January 09:30-11:30 CET CAS Channel 4. Register here or follow CAS YouTube channel. 

Contact: Antonia Paradela – a.paradelatorices@ifad.org – Mobile: +34 605398109 www.ifad.org

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HEPACO Acquires Field Services Division Of Summit Environmental Services

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — HEPACO, LLC («HEPACO»), a leading provider of environmental and emergency response services across 45 offices in the Eastern United States, announced today that it has acquired the Field Services Division («Summit Field Services» or «the Division») from Summit Environmental Services, LLC of Evansville, IN («Seller»). It is important to note that both Summit Environmental Services, LLC and…

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — HEPACO, LLC («HEPACO»), a leading provider of environmental and emergency response services across 45 offices in the Eastern United States, announced today that it has acquired the Field Services Division («Summit Field Services» or «the Division») from Summit Environmental Services, LLC of Evansville, IN («Seller»). It is important to note that both Summit Environmental Services, LLC and Summit Civil Services, LLC are not included in this transaction and will remain with their present ownership group in Indianapolis.

Summit Field Services specializes in emergency response, industrial services, and waste management. The Division operates from a regional office located in Evansville, with HEPACO continuing to operate out of the regional office, hiring the staff and acquiring the equipment as a part of this transaction. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. HEPACO is majority-owned by San Francisco-based Gryphon Investors, a leading middle-market private equity firm, which purchased HEPACO in August 2016.

The combined company will have nearly 750 employees and a footprint of 46 locations across the Mid-Atlantic, Mid-Central, Midwest, Northeast and Southeast regions, in addition to the ability to respond to emergencies on a national basis through its managed network of third-party emergency response vendors.

Bill Mohl, HEPACO Executive Chairman, said, «We are excited to complete the strategic acquisition of Summit Field Services, an opportunity which adds both valuable talent and resources to our already strong HEPACO team and sets a course for our continued growth in this market in 2021.»

HEPACO Chief Executive Officer Ken Smith said, «We are thrilled to welcome an impressive and talented Summit Field Services team to the HEPACO family.» Mr. Smith added, «This regional acquisition will immediately expand our ability to service additional clients across the Mid-Central and Midwest regions, and we look forward to providing expanded best-in-class emergency response and environmental service solutions to all our HEPACO customers across our growing footprint.»

Neil Danziger, Managing Member of Summit Environmental Services, stated, «We have very much enjoyed working with the talented team members that comprise Summit Field Services. We believe HEPACO is the ideal group to ensure the next phase of growth for both the Division’s customers and employees.»

Alexander Ricks PLLC acted as legal advisor to Summit Environmental Services, while Moore & Van Allen provided legal advice to HEPACO.

About HEPACO
HEPACO (www.hepaco.com) is an industry-leading provider of emergency response, environmental remediation, marine, waste, and other industrial services across a diversified group of end markets including rail, oil & gas, transportation, power & utility, and manufacturing. The company has a broad geographic footprint across 25+ states in the Mid-Atlantic, Mid-Central, Midwest, Northeast and Southeast United States and offers a two-hour or less response time within its footprint. HEPACO provides both emergency response and scheduled services and completed more than 30,000 projects in 2020.

About Summit Environmental Services
Summit Environmental Services (www.summit-env.net) is a specialty environmental services contractor supporting numerous industries across the country. Operating for more than 20 years from strategic office locations in Indiana, Summit Field Services provides environmental services such as industrial cleaning, waste transportation and disposal, and emergency response.

About Gryphon Investors
Based in San Francisco, Gryphon Investors is a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management. The firm has managed over $5.0 billion of equity investments and capital since 1997. Gryphon targets making equity investments of $50 million to $300 million in portfolio companies with sales ranging from approximately $100 million to $600 million. Gryphon prioritizes investment opportunities where it can form strong partnerships with owners and executives to build leading companies, utilizing Gryphon’s capital, specialized professional resources, and operational expertise. For more information, visit www.gryphoninvestors.com.

Contacts:

For HEPACO

For Gryphon

Kara A. Acri, APR

Caroline Luz

614-296-4169

Lambert & Co.

kacri@hepaco.com 

203-656-2829

cluz@lambert.com

 

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MoneyGram Expands Real-Time Digital P2P Payments with Visa Direct through New Checkout.com Partnership

DALLAS, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced the expansion of its Visa debit card deposit service across Europe. The expansion has launched in collaboration with Checkout.com, a leading global payment solution provider, utilizing Visa Direct, Visa’s real-time push payments platform. MoneyGram customers can now use the Company’s…

DALLAS, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced the expansion of its Visa debit card deposit service across Europe. The expansion has launched in collaboration with Checkout.com, a leading global payment solution provider, utilizing Visa Direct, Visa’s real-time push payments platform. MoneyGram customers can now use the Company’s website or leading mobile app to send money in near real-time to Visa debit card holders across 575 corridors from 25 countries in Europe.

«Our strategic partnerships have enabled MoneyGram to create the world’s leading network, and this expansion is another milestone on our journey to lead the evolution of digital P2P payments,» said Alex Holmes, MoneyGram Chairman and CEO. «Consumer demand for real-time payments direct to bank account and mobile wallets continues to surge. As a result, we’re excited to integrate with a leading fintech, Checkout.com, and continue to expand our partnership with Visa Direct. We’re already seeing significant customer adoption, and we expect it to help contribute to strong digital growth in the European market this year.»

In 2019, MoneyGram was the first organization in the industry to enable cross-border transfers from the United States using Visa Direct. Since then, MoneyGram has continued to build on its established relationship with Visa and the multiple advantages the service brings for its customers, including speed, convenience, affordability and choice.

«We are excited to partner with MoneyGram to bring low-cost, real-time, transparent payouts to their consumers and help power their global digital P2P momentum,» said Guillaume Pousaz, CEO & Founder at Checkout.com. «As Visa accelerates the availability of Visa Direct to merchants in Europe, Checkout.com is proud to power fintechs and merchants alike, helping to unlock the potential of the cross-border payments opportunity, through our cloud-based enterprise Connected Payments platform.»

This new service is a huge milestone for the remittance industry in Europe which is one of the largest send markets.

«Now more than ever, consumers have a vital need to access fast, simple and secure ways to move money across borders to support their friends and family overseas,» said Nicky Alexander, Head of Visa Direct, Europe. «We look forward to continuing our ongoing relationship with MoneyGram as we make this possible through real-time payments to more people around the world.»

About MoneyGram International, Inc.
MoneyGram is a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers. Its consumer-centric capabilities enable family and friends to quickly and affordably send money in more than 200 countries and territories, with 89 now digitally enabled.

MoneyGram leverages its modern, mobile, and API-driven platform and collaborates with the world’s leading brands to serve millions of people each year through both its walk-in business and its direct-to-consumer digital business.  

With a strong culture of innovation and a relentless focus on utilizing technology to deliver the world’s best customer experience, MoneyGram is leading the evolution of digital P2P payments.

For more information, please visit moneygram.com and follow @MoneyGram.

About Checkout.com
Checkout.com empowers businesses to adapt, innovate, and thrive with the Connected Payments™ they deserve. The company’s technology makes payments seamless. Flexible solutions, granular data, and instant insights help global enterprises launch new products in new markets and create outstanding customer experiences. They provide the fastest, most reliable payments in more than 150 currencies, with in-country acquiring, world-class fraud filters and reporting, through one API. And they can accept all major international credit and debit cards, as well as popular alternative and local payment methods. Checkout.com launched in 2012 and now has a team of 1000 people across 17 offices worldwide, offering local expertise where it’s needed. Find out more at www.checkout.com

MoneyGram Media Contact:
Media@MoneyGram.com   

Checkout.com Media Contact: 
PR@Checkout.com 

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MoneyGram Expands Real-Time Digital P2P Payments with Visa Direct through New Checkout.com Partnership

DALLAS, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced the expansion of its Visa debit card deposit service across Europe. The expansion has launched in collaboration with Checkout.com, a leading global payment solution provider, utilizing Visa Direct, Visa’s real-time push payments platform. MoneyGram customers can now use the Company’s website or leading…

DALLAS, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI), a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers, today announced the expansion of its Visa debit card deposit service across Europe. The expansion has launched in collaboration with Checkout.com, a leading global payment solution provider, utilizing Visa Direct, Visa’s real-time push payments platform. MoneyGram customers can now use the Company’s website or leading mobile app to send money in near real-time to Visa debit card holders across 575 corridors from 25 countries in Europe.

«Our strategic partnerships have enabled MoneyGram to create the world’s leading network, and this expansion is another milestone on our journey to lead the evolution of digital P2P payments,» said Alex Holmes, MoneyGram Chairman and CEO. «Consumer demand for real-time payments direct to bank account and mobile wallets continues to surge. As a result, we’re excited to integrate with a leading fintech, Checkout.com, and continue to expand our partnership with Visa Direct. We’re already seeing significant customer adoption, and we expect it to help contribute to strong digital growth in the European market this year.»

In 2019, MoneyGram was the first organization in the industry to enable cross-border transfers from the United States using Visa Direct. Since then, MoneyGram has continued to build on its established relationship with Visa and the multiple advantages the service brings for its customers, including speed, convenience, affordability and choice.

«We are excited to partner with MoneyGram to bring low-cost, real-time, transparent payouts to their consumers and help power their global digital P2P momentum,» said Guillaume Pousaz, CEO & Founder at Checkout.com. «As Visa accelerates the availability of Visa Direct to merchants in Europe, Checkout.com is proud to power fintechs and merchants alike, helping to unlock the potential of the cross-border payments opportunity, through our cloud-based enterprise Connected Payments platform.»

This new service is a huge milestone for the remittance industry in Europe which is one of the largest send markets.

«Now more than ever, consumers have a vital need to access fast, simple and secure ways to move money across borders to support their friends and family overseas,» said Nicky Alexander, Head of Visa Direct, Europe. «We look forward to continuing our ongoing relationship with MoneyGram as we make this possible through real-time payments to more people around the world.»

About MoneyGram International, Inc.
MoneyGram is a global leader in cross-border P2P payments and money transfers. Its consumer-centric capabilities enable family and friends to quickly and affordably send money in more than 200 countries and territories, with 89 now digitally enabled.

MoneyGram leverages its modern, mobile, and API-driven platform and collaborates with the world’s leading brands to serve millions of people each year through both its walk-in business and its direct-to-consumer digital business.  

With a strong culture of innovation and a relentless focus on utilizing technology to deliver the world’s best customer experience, MoneyGram is leading the evolution of digital P2P payments.

For more information, please visit moneygram.com and follow @MoneyGram.

About Checkout.com
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HITEC Announces New Board Members

CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC, the premier global executive leadership organization of Hispanic senior business and technology executives who have built outstanding careers in technology, today announced the addition of three new Hispanic technology leaders to their board of directors:

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CHICAGO, Jan. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — HITEC, the premier global executive leadership organization of Hispanic senior business and technology executives who have built outstanding careers in technology, today announced the addition of three new Hispanic technology leaders to their board of directors:

  • Jonathan Echeverria, Managing Director – Technology Infrastructure, Bank of America
  • Yamila Harris, Global Head of IT Service Delivery, Munich Re
  • Jesus Mantas, Senior Managing Partner, IBM Global Business Services, IBM

The HITEC Board of Directors drives the organization’s strategic initiatives and is composed of top leaders from diverse companies and industries.

«I look forward to working with these distinguished and innovative leaders as we continue to develop our vision to connect, inspire and grow the next generation of technology professionals and executives that happen to be of Hispanic descent,» said Omar Duque, HITEC President.

«It is an absolute honor to be joining the HITEC Board of Directors and to serve the HITEC organization in this new capacity.  HITEC has not only made such a tremendous impact in my life personally, but in the lives of so many others across the Hispanic IT community as well.  That’s why it means so much to me to be able to pay it forward and give back to this phenomenal organization and the extended HITEC ‘familia’.  I’m confident that together, we will take the organization to new heights, and continue to stay true to our core values and commitment to pushing up and pulling up,» said Yamila H. Harris.

«Growth of representation begins with Hispanic and Latino individuals seeing Hispanic and Latino leaders in the roles and careers they aspire to have,» said Jonathan Echeverria. «Supporting the Emerging Executive Program over the last five years, I’ve seen firsthand the positive impact and success of HITEC’s mission. HITEC provides opportunity to connect with seasoned leaders and executives; no matter where you are in your career, just starting out or an established executive, there is always an opportunity to connect and learn from each other.  There is no better time than now to ignite hope and encouragement within our Hispanic and Latino technology community. Given my personal and company’s commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, I was honored to have been asked to serve and support HITEC in this capacity.   I look forward to what we’ll accomplish in the future» Echeverria said.

«I am excited to join such an inspiring group of Hispanic Leaders on the HITEC Board and contribute to grow the impact of HITEC in the US, and around the world», said Jesus Mantas. «While 18% of the population in the US is Hispanic, only 4% is in positions of leadership. HITEC is the organization with a clear track record that can help Hispanics close this leadership gap with purposeful, scalable programs. I am looking forward to accelerating the progress on that mission» Mantas said.

HITEC remains committed to being the leading organization for Hispanics in technology and innovation and to helping build the next generation of Hispanic technology executives.

«I am extremely proud of our Board Members for their instrumental support as we guided the organization through 2020’s unprecedented series of events,» said HITEC Chairman, Guillermo Diaz, Jr.  «As we move into this new year, it is my honor to thank our board members who have completed their board service for their unwavering support and to welcome the newest members joining this prestigious Board who are committed to elevate and advance HITEC’s mission and message.» 

HITEC also recognizes the dedication and service of outgoing HITEC Board Members Monica McManus, Chief Information Officer Rotary and Mission Systems, Lockheed Martin and Tim Campos, CEO of Woven.

SOURCE Hispanic IT Executive Council