http://www.hispanictips.com Hispanic & Latino News Redefined - Empowering & Engaging Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:56:06 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/04/28/grupo-salinas-founder-and-chairman-ricardo-b-salinas-pliego-discusses-immigration-democracy-public-security-and/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/04/28/grupo-salinas-founder-and-chairman-ricardo-b-salinas-pliego-discusses-immigration-democracy-public-security-and/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:45:34 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=83563 Grupo Salinas Founder and Chairman Ricardo B. Salinas met today with New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg in New York City, where they discussed relevant issues regarding Latinos.

The most pressing message was support for the Latino community, an area where Mr. Salinas expressed concern about the growing anti-immigrant sentiment in the Southwest region of the United States. Specifically, they spoke about a recently-signed state law in Arizona that requires law officials to stop and check people for documentation who appear to have probable cause of being undocumented.


Mayor Bloomberg reminded Mr. Salinas of New York's tolerance regarding immigration and the strong history of immigrants in New York City.

Mr. Salinas and Bloomberg also discussed investment opportunities in the New York City region, where Grupo Salinas currently has national network sales offices for Azteca America Network.

Separately, Mr. Salinas appeared as a guest host of CNBC's Power Lunch program, where he discussed business opportunities in the United States, immigration policies and financial regulation. He will also present a keynote address to Partnership for New York City, an organization that represents 200 CEOs of multinational corporations headquartered in New York.

Later in the week, he heads to Washington DC, where he will give a speech on the importance of democracy in the Americas to the Center for American Progress, and also meet with U.S. Senators to discuss immigration reform, which is also the theme of a conference at Georgetown University sponsored by Grupo Salinas.

The forum is in conjunction with the Center for Latin American Studies at Georgetown University entitled: "State of Latinos: The Consolidation of the Immigration Debate and its Impact on the Hemisphere." The event, which is co-sponsored by the Institute for the Study of International Migration, will be held at Gaston Hall on April 29, starting at 9 a.m., and feature opening remarks by Mr. Salinas following a welcome by Dr. Carol Lancaster, Interim Dean, of Georgetown's Walsh School of Foreign Service. The forum will include a presentation of the white paper "The State of Latinos: Immigration," by the University of Denver's Center for Community Engagement and Scholarship.

About Grupo Salinas
Grupo Salinas (www.gruposalinas.com ) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com ), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (www.irtvazteca.com ), Azteca America (www.aztecaamerica.com ), Grupo Elektra (www.grupoelektra.com.mx ), Banco Azteca (www.bancoazteca.com.mx ), Afore Azteca (www.aforeazteca.com.mx ), Seguros Azteca (www.segurosazteca.com.mx ), and Grupo Iusacell (www.iusacell.com ). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance.

Grupo Salinas Media Contact:
Daniel McCosh
011 52 55 1720 0059
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The initiatives begin with a forum in conjunction with the Center for Latin American Studies at Georgetown University entitled: "State of Latinos: The Consolidation of the Immigration Debate and its Impact on the Hemisphere." The event, which is co-sponsored by the Institute for the Study of International Migration, will be held at Gaston Hall on April 29, starting at 9 a.m., and feature opening remarks by Grupo Salinas Founder and Chairman Ricardo B. Salinas Pliego, following a welcome by Dr. Carol Lancaster, Interim Dean, of Georgetown's Walsh School of Foreign Service. The forum will include a presentation of the white paper "The State of Latinos: Immigration," by the University of Denver's Center for Community Engagement and Scholarship.


The forum and white paper are in addition to a multi-media informational campaign that includes public service announcements that will be aired on Azteca America that feature Mexican actor Luis Felipe Tovar, a web-based campaign on www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org and printed material that will be distributed by Azteca America affiliated stations in 69 cities throughout the country. The theme of the campaign is "I too am America," emphasizing the important role that immigrants have played in the development of the United States throughout history.

"There are some very frightening anti-immigration messages and polices that are being promoted throughout the country right now," said Luis J. Echarte, Chairman of Fundacion Azteca America and Azteca America Network. "Now more than ever is the time to push for comprehensive immigration reform to be actively debated and supported."

About Fundacion Azteca America
Fundacion Azteca America is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for members of the Hispanic community currently in the U.S. Fundacion Azteca America, Fundacion Azteca, Azteca America and TV Azteca are companies of Mexican conglomerate Grupo Salinas. For more information, visit www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org.

About Azteca America
Azteca America is the alternative choice in broadcast television for Spanish speaking families residing in the United States. As the fastest-growing Spanish-language network, Azteca America operates in 66 markets nationwide. Azteca America can also be seen on DIRECTV Mas Channel 441 (AZA 441) and DISH Network Channel 825. Wholly owned by Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca, S.A. de C.V., Azteca America has access to the best programming from TV Azteca's three national networks, including a library with over 200,000 hours of original programming and news from local bureaus in 32 Mexican states. The network complements Mexican programming with an innovative line-up of shows from international producers and distributors to ensure the finest programming for Spanish-speaking viewers and unique advertising solutions for partners seeking to reach the most dynamic market in the country.

About Grupo Salinas
Grupo Salinas (www.gruposalinas.com) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (www.irtvazteca.com), Azteca America (www.aztecaamerica.com), Grupo Elektra (www.grupoelektra.com.mx), Banco Azteca (www.bancoazteca.com.mx), Afore Azteca (www.aforeazteca.com.mx), Seguros Azteca (www.segurosazteca.com.mx), and Grupo Iusacell (www.iusacell.com). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance.

Grupo Salinas Media Contact:
Daniel McCosh
011 52 55 1720 0059
dmccosh@gruposalinas.com
Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/04/25/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-america-and-azteca-america-network-launch-multi-pronged-campaign-to-support-comprehensive-immigration-reform/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/04/20/grupo-salinas-and-its-cultural-arm-fomento-cultural-grupo-salinas-launch-the-portal-www-fomentoculturalgruposalinas-com-mx/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/04/20/grupo-salinas-and-its-cultural-arm-fomento-cultural-grupo-salinas-launch-the-portal-www-fomentoculturalgruposalinas-com-mx/#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2010 22:12:05 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=82585 Grupo Salinas and its cultural arm, Fomento Cultural Grupo Salinas, announce today the launch of the cultural portal http://www.fomentoculturalgruposalinas.com.mx .

Fomento Cultural Grupo Salinas is a project by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas Pliego to support and promote culture as a fundamental value of Mexican society.


The portal includes details of past winning entries of the Premio Nacional de la Plata design and silversmith competition, which is currently in its fifth year, as well historical data on the activities of Fomento Cultural since 2001, including the promotion and preservation of art, culture and intellectual thought in Mexico.

The site also offers innovative navigation options to view artwork and photos from Fomento Cultural collections, as well as a selection of art books that have been edited by Fomento Cultural.

Company Profile
Grupo Salinas
Grupo Salinas ( http://www.gruposalinas.com ) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing, and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to build the middle class of the countries where they operate, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas ( http://www.ricardosalinas.com ), Grupo Salinas operates a as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies, TV Azteca ( http://www.irtvazteca.com ), Azteca America ( http://www.aztecaamerica.com ), Grupo Elektra ( http://www.grupoelektra.com.mx ), Banco Azteca ( http://www.bancoazteca.com.mx ), Afore Azteca ( http://www.aforeazteca.com.mx ), Seguros Azteca ( http://www.segurosazteca.com.mx ), and Grupo Iusacell ( http://www.iusacell.com ). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently, with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance.

Grupo Salinas Press Contact:

Daniel McCosh
(5255) 1720-0059
dmccosh@gruposalinas.com.mx Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/04/20/grupo-salinas-and-its-cultural-arm-fomento-cultural-grupo-salinas-launch-the-portal-www-fomentoculturalgruposalinas-com-mx/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/03/03/grupo-salinas-founder-and-chairman-ricardo-b-salinas-pliego-receives-fray-matias-de-cordova-2010/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/03/03/grupo-salinas-founder-and-chairman-ricardo-b-salinas-pliego-receives-fray-matias-de-cordova-2010/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:27:24 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=77085 Grupo Salinas, a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies
deeply committed to the modernization of the countries in which they operate, created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), is proud to celebrate the presentation of the "Fray Matias de Cordova 2010" award to its founder, Ricardo Salinas, for the promotion of philanthropic action in the state of Chiapas.

The award was presented by Chiapas Governor Juan Sabines Guerrero for "outstanding philanthropic action in the benefit of the most vulnerable communities of the state."

Specifically, Ricardo Salinas was celebrated for programs of Fundacion Azteca, including the Movimiento Azteca awareness and fundraising campaigns, the Vive sin Drogas anti-drug conferences, the Limpiemos Nuestro Mexico cleanup program, the Rompiendo el Silencio program against domestic violence, the Que Viva la Selva Lacandona art contest to bring attention to the tropical rainforests of Chiapas, and most importantly the Sustainable Rural Cities development
program.

"Ricardo has placed his heart in Chiapas and we are grateful," said Governor Sabines. "The alliance of government with socially responsible companies is an alliance that Mexico needs."

During the visit to Chiapas, Governor Sabines and Ricardo Salinas also inaugurated the Esperanza Azteca youth orchestra program in a public school in Tapachula.

"It is gratifying for us at Fundacion Azteca to promote this program," said Ricardo Salinas. "This is human development that makes a difference for society in Chiapas."

The Orquesta Sinfonica Esperanza Azteca is part of "Programa Musical Esperanza Azteca" (PROMESA), a project sponsored by Grupo Salinas and Fundacion Azteca to educate youth in excellence, teamwork and high self-esteem through classical music training and practice.

About Grupo Salinas

Grupo Salinas (www.gruposalinas.com) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (www.irtvazteca.com), Azteca America (www.aztecaamerica.com), Grupo Elektra (www.grupoelektra.com.mx), Banco Azteca (www.bancoazteca.com.mx), Afore Azteca (www.aforeazteca.com.mx), Seguros Azteca (www.segurosazteca.com.mx), and Grupo Iusacell (www.iusacell.com). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2010/03/03/grupo-salinas-founder-and-chairman-ricardo-b-salinas-pliego-receives-fray-matias-de-cordova-2010/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/07/grupo-salinas-joins-corporate-advisory-council-of-the-congressional-hispanic-leadership-institute-chli/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/07/grupo-salinas-joins-corporate-advisory-council-of-the-congressional-hispanic-leadership-institute-chli/#comments Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:03:51 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=63551 Grupo Salinas, a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies controlled by Founder and Chairman Ricardo Salinas Pliego, is pleased to announce participation on the Corporate Advisory Council of the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI).

Group Salinas will be represented by U.S. Public Relations Director Nathalie Rayes, with Congressional Relations Director Javier Medina serving as an alternate council member.

"We are excited to have Nathalie representing our organization through the CHLI council and we look forward to continued interaction with CHLI to support the Latino community," said Luis J. Echarte, Chairman of Azteca America Network and Fundacion Azteca America. "I have also asked Javier Medina, who has shown a very professional approach to relations with Congress members in both Mexico and the United States, to serve as an alternate council member. This is part of the commitment of Grupo Salinas to support the Latino community on both sides of the border."

Founded in 2003, CHLI is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit and non-partisan organization dedicated to "Advancing the Hispanic Community's Diversity of Thought." The Corporate Advisory Council has the goal of introducing new corporate leaders to CHLI programs and initiatives, as well as exploring potential areas of program development and implementation. The council also assists in fundraising initiatives and advises the CHLI Board of Directors and staff on important opportunities, challenges and trends within the private sector.

"We are honored to have Grupo Salinas join the CHLI Corporate Advisory Council and share a vision to further the nation's second-largest demographic group by promoting effective programs to further our communities. On behalf of our Board of Directors, I am delighted to welcome the organization," said Octavio A. Hinojosa Mier, CHLI Executive Director.

About CHLI

The Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute (CHLI, pronounced "chili") is a non-profit, non-partisan organization, based in Washington, D.C., that advances the diversity of thought in U.S. Hispanic community in the public, private, and non-profit sectors, as well as in the international community. For more information, please visit http://www.chli.org. You may also connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

CONTACT:
Octavio Hinojosa
202-347-8280
Ohinojosa@chli.org

About Grupo Salinas

Grupo Salinas (http://www.gruposalinas.com) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (http://www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (http://www.irtvazteca.com), Azteca America (http://www.aztecaamerica.com), Grupo Elektra (http://www.grupoelektra.com.mx), Banco Azteca (http://www.bancoazteca.com.mx), Afore Azteca (http://www.aforeazteca.com.mx), Seguros Azteca (http://www.segurosazteca.com.mx), and Grupo Iusacell (http://www.iusacell.com). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance.

For more information, visit http://www.gruposalinas.com.

CONTACT:
Daniel McCosh
011 52 55 1720 0059
dmccosh@gruposalinas.com
Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/10/07/grupo-salinas-joins-corporate-advisory-council-of-the-congressional-hispanic-leadership-institute-chli/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/08/18/fundacion-azteca-america-launches-multimedia-education-campaign-educacion-es-tu-futuro/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/08/18/fundacion-azteca-america-launches-multimedia-education-campaign-educacion-es-tu-futuro/#comments Tue, 18 Aug 2009 16:12:15 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=58641 "Fundacion Azteca America is pleased to announce the official launch of its education campaign entitled "Educacion : Es tu futuro!" (Education: It's Your Future!).

The effort is part of a series of initiatives spearheaded by Grupo Salinas Founder and Chairman Ricardo B. Salinas to support education throughout the Americas.

The campaign includes public service announcements featuring top Azteca entertainment personalities broadcast on Azteca America Network. It also includes a web-based campaign that can be accessed at www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org, and print material that will be distributed through the network of over 60 local stations of Azteca America through the country and participating partners.

The focus of the campaign is based on three primary goals: 1) Decrease school dropout rates, 2) Foment more interest in the community for higher education and 3) Instill the necessity and benefits of closer parental involvement since birth in the education process.

"Our education campaign is the result of a consultative process of key legislative members of our community and non-governmental experts," said Luis J. Echarte, Chairman of Fundacion Azteca America and Azteca America Network. "As a parallel effort to the White House initiatives on education, our goal is to maintain education at the forefront of our community. Without education there is no future advance for our community."

A recent study by the Pew Hispanic Center rates education as one of the biggest concerns of Latino families. Nevertheless, Latinos continue to over-index their peers in the general population and the African-American population when it comes to dropout rates and have some of the lowest levels of college graduation rates in the country. One of the goals of the campaign is to emphasize that education starts at birth and continues as a lifelong process.

About Fundacion Azteca America

Fundacion Azteca America is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for members of the Hispanic community currently in the U.S. Fundacion Azteca America, Fundacion Azteca, Azteca America and TV Azteca are companies of Mexican conglomerate Grupo Salinas. For more information, visit www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org.

About Azteca America

Azteca America is the alternative choice in broadcast television for Spanish speaking families residing in the United States. As the fastest-growing Spanish-language network, Azteca America operates in 66 markets nationwide. Azteca America can also be seen on DIRECTV Mas Channel 441 (AZA 441) and DISH Network Channel 825. Wholly owned by Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca, S.A. de C.V., Azteca America has access to the best programming from TV Azteca's three national networks, including a library with over 200,000 hours of original programming and news from local bureaus in 32 Mexican states. The network complements Mexican programming with an innovative line-up of shows from international producers and distributors to ensure the finest programming for Spanish-speaking viewers and unique advertising solutions for partners seeking to reach the most dynamic market in the country.

About Grupo Salinas

Grupo Salinas (www.gruposalinas.com) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (www.irtvazteca.com), Azteca America (www.aztecaamerica.com), Grupo Elektra (www.grupoelektra.com.mx), Banco Azteca (www.bancoazteca.com.mx), Afore Azteca (www.aforeazteca.com.mx), Seguros Azteca (www.segurosazteca.com.mx), and Grupo Iusacell (www.iusacell.com). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance." Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/08/18/fundacion-azteca-america-launches-multimedia-education-campaign-educacion-es-tu-futuro/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/20/congressional-hispanic-leadership-institute-chli-successfully-hosts-3rd-annual-future-leaders-conference/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/20/congressional-hispanic-leadership-institute-chli-successfully-hosts-3rd-annual-future-leaders-conference/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:08:23 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=56841 HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/20/congressional-hispanic-leadership-institute-chli-successfully-hosts-3rd-annual-future-leaders-conference/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/09/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-america-azteca-america-and-icfj-discuss-challenges-to-latino-community-at-national-press-club-in-washington-dc-presentation-of-white-paper-the-state-of-latinos-ce/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/09/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-america-azteca-america-and-icfj-discuss-challenges-to-latino-community-at-national-press-club-in-washington-dc-presentation-of-white-paper-the-state-of-latinos-ce/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:59:48 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=56179 "Grupo Salinas, Fundacion Azteca America and the International Center for Journalists presented yesterday a high-level panel discussion about the challenges that face the Latino community, including the importance of participation in the 2010 Census and the passage of a successful Immigration Reform Bill.

The white paper presented by University of Denver professor Debora Ortega, in conjunction with Grupo Salinas and Fundacion Azteca America, made a series of recommendations, including the suspension of immigration raids during the summer months of 2010, when enumerators canvass neighborhoods for follow-ups to census questionnaires. The report also proposes coordinated informational programs on all four national Spanish-language television networks -- Azteca America, Univision, Telefutura and Telemundo -- to increase trust in the questionnaires and inform in a step-by-step manner how to properly fill out the forms. Finally, the report recommends continued hiring of culturally-relevant local workers at the U.S. Census.

"A complete census count is the single most important issue for our community," said Luis J. Echarte, Chairman of Fundacion Azteca America and Azteca America Network. "As a critical step in our democratic process, we will continue to dispel any misconceptions about the process and encourage our community to be accurately counted."

The 2010 Census is an essential tool for distributing federal, state and local budgets. It is also fundamental for representative participation in the U.S. Congress.

The message on the census was echoed by many of the panelists during the event.

"Wherever we can, we should tell Latinos to participate (in the Census). This is a matter of civic participation," said former Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez. "Community groups, media and radio personalities that are vocal on all issues should be vocal about the Census."

"Our goal is to count everyone. And we count on our partners to fulfill this goal," said Marilia Matos, Associate Director for Field Operation of the U.S. Census Bureau.

On the issue of immigration reform, the panelists were optimistic that a working solution could be achieved soon, hopefully in the first half of next year.

"We have never had prosperity in this country without immigration," said Gutierrez.

Also present on the panel was Noticiero Azteca America correspondent Armando Guzman.

The complete white paper: The State of Latinos: Census 2010 can be reviewed at www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org, and the archived blog from the event is available at ijnet.org.

About Grupo Salinas

Grupo Salinas (www.gruposalinas.com) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (www.irtvazteca.com), Azteca America (www.aztecaamerica.com), Grupo Elektra (www.grupoelektra.com.mx), Banco Azteca (www.bancoazteca.com.mx), Afore Azteca (www.aforeazteca.com.mx), Seguros Azteca (www.segurosazteca.com.mx), and Grupo Iusacell (www.iusacell.com). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance.

For more information, visit www.gruposalinas.com

About Fundacion Azteca America

Fundacion Azteca America is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for members of the Hispanic community residing in the United States. Fundacion Azteca America, Fundacion Azteca, Azteca America and TV Azteca are companies of Mexican conglomerate Grupo Salinas. For more information, visit www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org.

About Azteca America

Azteca America is the alternative choice in broadcast television for Spanish speaking families residing in the United States. As the fastest-growing Spanish-language network, Azteca America operates in 69 markets nationwide. Azteca America can also be seen on DIRECTV Mas Channel 441 AZA 441) and DISH Network Channel 825. Wholly owned by Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca, S.A. de C.V., Azteca America has access to the best programming from TV Azteca's three national networks, including a library with over 200,000 hours of original programming and news from local bureaus in 32 Mexican states. The network complements Mexican programming with an innovative line-up of shows from international producers and distributors to ensure the finest programming for Spanish-speaking viewers and unique advertising solutions for partners seeking to reach the most dynamic market in the country.

About The International Center for Journalists (ICFJ)

The ICFJ is a non-profit, professional organization that promotes quality journalism worldwide in the belief that independent, vigorous media are crucial in improving the human condition. Since 1984, ICFJ has worked directly with more than 50,000 journalists from 176 countries. For more information, visit www.icfj.org.

Grupo Salinas Press Contact:
Daniel McCosh
52 55 1720 0059
dmccosh@gruposalinas.com
" Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/07/09/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-america-azteca-america-and-icfj-discuss-challenges-to-latino-community-at-national-press-club-in-washington-dc-presentation-of-white-paper-the-state-of-latinos-ce/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/06/25/ricardo-salinas-receives-good-neighbor-award-from-us-mexico-chamber-of-commerce-usmcoc-during-ceremony-held-at-the-organization-of-american-states-headquarters/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/06/25/ricardo-salinas-receives-good-neighbor-award-from-us-mexico-chamber-of-commerce-usmcoc-during-ceremony-held-at-the-organization-of-american-states-headquarters/#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:48:17 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=55556 "Ricardo Salinas Pliego, chairman and founder of Grupo Salinas, received last night the "Good Neighbor Award" from the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce (USMCOC). The ceremony was held at the headquarters of the Organization of American States. The recognition was presented to Mr. Salinas Pliego for his entrepreneurial spirit on both sides of the border, including the Spanish-language television network Azteca America on the U.S. side, and Grupo Elektra, Banco Azteca, TV Azteca and Grupo Iusacell on the Mexican side. The USMCOC also recognized Mr. Salinas Pliego for his philanthropic work with Fundacion Azteca America and its support of the Latino community in the United States, as well as the work of Fundacion Azteca in Mexico, and most recently, Fundacion Azteca operations in Peru and Guatemala. "The U.S.-Mexico relationship is one of the most important bilateral relationships in the world. In fact, this is the most important relationship to both our countries, and we should build on that," said Mr. Salinas Pliego. "There are many success stories that are tied to U.S.-Mexico growth in commerce. Our mandate at the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Congress is to celebrate these successes, such as that of Ricardo Salinas Pliego," said Al Zapanta, president and CEO of the U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce. In the public sector, the USMCOC recognized Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and her Mexican counterpart Attorney General Eduardo Medina Mora. Past recipients of the Good Neighbor Award include Carlos Slim Helu, chairman of Grupo Carso; Lorenzo Zambrano, chairman of Cemex, as well as ambassadors and ministers on both sides, as well as two past Mexican presidents, Ernesto Zedillo and Carlos Salinas de Gortari. About Grupo Salinas Grupo Salinas (http://www.gruposalinas.com) is a group of dynamic, fast-growing and technologically advanced companies focused on creating shareholder value, contributing to building the middle class of the countries where it operates, and improving society through excellence. Created by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas (http://www.ricardosalinas.com), Grupo Salinas operates as a management development and decision forum for the top leaders of member companies TV Azteca (http://www.irtvazteca.com), Azteca America (http://www.aztecaamerica.com), Grupo Elektra (http://www.grupoelektra.com.mx), Banco Azteca (http://www.bancoazteca.com.mx), Afore Azteca (http://www.aforeazteca.com.mx), Seguros Azteca (http://www.segurosazteca.com.mx), and Grupo Iusacell (http://www.iusacell.com). Each of the Grupo Salinas companies operates independently with its own management, board of directors and shareholders. Grupo Salinas has no equity holdings. However, member companies share a common vision, values and strategies for achieving rapid growth, superior results and world-class performance. About Fundacion Azteca Fundacion Azteca is the organization of Grupo Salinas that promotes corporate, social and ecological responsibility, joining needs with organizations and individuals willing to make commitments to create solutions. For more information, visit http://www.fundacionazteca.com. About Fundacion Azteca America and other international operations Fundacion Azteca America is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for members of the Hispanic community residing in the United States. Fundacion Azteca America, Fundacion Azteca, Azteca America and TV Azteca are companies of Mexican conglomerate Grupo Salinas. For more information, visit http://www.fundacionaztecaamerica.org. Outside of Mexico, Fundacion Azteca also operates in Peru (http://www.fundacionaztecadelperu.org) and Guatemala. About the USMCOC USMCOC is a nonprofit bilateral coalition of businessmen established in 1973 to promote trade, investment and joint ventures on both sides of the border, honors public and private sector leaders for their vision and continued commitment to closer commercial relations between Mexico and the United States.
International Press Contact: Daniel McCosh 52 55 1720 0059 dmccosh@gruposalinas.com " Aggregated by HispanicTips :: Hispanic & Latino News & Information]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/06/25/ricardo-salinas-receives-good-neighbor-award-from-us-mexico-chamber-of-commerce-usmcoc-during-ceremony-held-at-the-organization-of-american-states-headquarters/feed/ 0 http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/06/22/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-and-fundacion-azteca-america-raise-over-us13-million-during-the-50th-movimiento-azteca-awareness-and-fundraising-campaign-to-support-prenatal-care/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2009/06/22/grupo-salinas-fundacion-azteca-and-fundacion-azteca-america-raise-over-us13-million-during-the-50th-movimiento-azteca-awareness-and-fundraising-campaign-to-support-prenatal-care/#comments Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:54:18 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/?p=55076 "This month marks the celebration of the 50th Movimiento Azteca awareness and fundraising campaign, which was dedicated to support the National Network to Prevent Birth Defects (RENAPRED for its initials in Spanish).

Thanks to donations from both Mexico and the United States, through Fundacion Azteca and Fundacion Azteca America, more than Ps. 17.3 million (US$1.3 million) was collected, which is estimated to help prevent birth defects in as many as 5,500 newborns in Mexico.


The results greatly surpass the initial goal of 3 million pesos in support of 1,000 newborns.

Movimiento Azteca is a campaign of social co-responsibility open to organizations and individuals to support social and ecological programs, promoted by Mexican entrepreneur Ricardo B. Salinas Pliego, chairman of Grupo Salinas. The campaign is operated by Fundacion Azteca Executive President Esteban Moctezuma Barragan

This month marks the 50th Movimiento, a program that has raised more than 904 million pesos to directly support more than 1 million people. Movimiento goes beyond the contemplation of problems, seeking solutions by partnering with non-profit organizations with proven results.

The prior 49 Movimientos have received donations from more than four million people. The campaigns include televised reports on TV Azteca and Azteca America that raise awareness of causes and encourage donations. Past Movimiento causes include: organ transplants, cochlear implants, burn victim treatment, infant cancer, reforestation, street children and cerebral palsy. More than 124 organizations have received donations through Movimiento Azteca.

Movimiento Azteca, through Fundacion Azteca and Fundacion Azteca America, will continue to strengthen these projects in support of the Grupo Salinas value of generosity and promote a culture to support the members of our community with the greatest need.
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