Dominican Republic

Sunwing celebrates awards season in paradise as two leading hotel partners in destination, Blue Diamond Resorts and RIU Hotels & Resorts, are recognized for multiple prestigious awards this year

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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TORONTO, June 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sunwing is pleased to shine a light on resort partners Blue Diamond Resorts and RIU Hotels & Resorts for receiving a number of well-deserved accolades presented by TripAdvisor® and Forbes.

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  • TORONTO, June 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sunwing is pleased to shine a light on resort partners Blue Diamond Resorts and RIU Hotels & Resorts for receiving a number of well-deserved accolades presented by TripAdvisor® and Forbes.
  • As two of the most respected and globally recognized platforms beloved by the travel community, the TripAdvisor® Travellers’ Choice™ Awards and Forbes recognize excellence in the tourism and hospitality industry.
  • This year, 45 properties under the Royalton Luxury Resorts , Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts , Mystique by Royalton , Memories Resorts & Spa , Grand Memories Resorts & Spa , Starfish Resorts , RIU Hotels & Resorts and RIU Palace Resorts brands were acknowledged, some of which earned the Best of the Best Award, the highest honour from Travellers’ Choice™.
  • “We’re thrilled to celebrate our valued partners at Blue Diamond Resorts and RIU Hotels & Resorts who continue to receive recognition from our customers, which is reflected in this year’s Forbes and TripAdvisor® Travellers’ Choice™ Awards,” says Samantha Taylor, Chief Marketing and Digital Officer at Sunwing.

Mary Kay Celebrates Oceans Week by Reaffirming Partnership With the Nature Conservancy

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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Mary Kay is celebrating Ocean’s Week by reaffirming its decades-long partnership with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to support ocean conservation and coral reef protection.

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  • Mary Kay is celebrating Ocean’s Week by reaffirming its decades-long partnership with The Nature Conservancy (TNC) to support ocean conservation and coral reef protection.
  • “Like all rivers and tributaries, most good things in our world lead back to oceans,” said Deborah Gibbins, Chief Operations Officer at Mary Kay Inc. “Mary Kay is working with partners like The Nature Conservancy to protect Earth’s most valuable resources.
  • This year, Mary Kay will also continue its support of the Coastal Wetlands in Texas, the beauty brand’s home state.
  • Through its partnership with TNC, Mary Kay has also elevated women’s leadership in marine conservation to sustain programs that build gender equity into conservation efforts.

Eco releases short documentary about Waste Free Oceans

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
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In collaboration with Waste Free Oceans, we recently prevented over 10 tons of plastic from ending up in the Caribbean Sea, to be recycled and reused within the nation's emerging circular market.

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  • In collaboration with Waste Free Oceans, we recently prevented over 10 tons of plastic from ending up in the Caribbean Sea, to be recycled and reused within the nation's emerging circular market.
  • "Eco Eyewear and Waste Free Oceans established their partnership back in 2021 with the creation of sunglasses made out of ocean plastic.
  • Eco's contribution to Waste Free Oceans has made a real impact on the ground.
  • says Alexandre Dangis from Waste Free Oceans.

EQS-News: Blue Elephant Energy expands its portfolio in Chile by 120 MWp

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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The Hamburg-based solar and wind farm operator Blue Elephant Energy GmbH (BEE) has acquired a PV portfolio in Chile with a total capacity of 120 MW from Chilean developer Fondo de Inversión Rockville Solar Energy (Rockville) on May 8, 2023.

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  • The Hamburg-based solar and wind farm operator Blue Elephant Energy GmbH (BEE) has acquired a PV portfolio in Chile with a total capacity of 120 MW from Chilean developer Fondo de Inversión Rockville Solar Energy (Rockville) on May 8, 2023.
  • As with the previous portfolio of 161 MW in Chile, BEE executed the transaction together with its local partner oEnergy Capital SpA (oEnergy).
  • “We are pleased to further expand our portfolio with this transaction," comments Tim Kallas, Chief Investment Officer of Blue Elephant Energy GmbH.
  • About Blue Elephant Energy GmbH:
    Blue Elephant Energy GmbH develops, acquires and operates solar parks and wind farms in eight countries with a focus on Western Europe.

Historic Agreement Signed Between NWAC and Eight Central American Nations

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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OTTAWA, May 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During an eight-day visit to El Salvador last week, Native Women’s Association of Canada’s (NWAC) CEO Lynne Groulx signed a ground-breaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between NWAC and the General Secretariat of the Central American Integration System (SG-SICA). In doing so, Ms. Groulx has advanced international relationships that will benefit Indigenous Peoples by supporting cultural and economic exchange across the Americas.

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  • OTTAWA, May 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- During an eight-day visit to El Salvador last week, Native Women’s Association of Canada’s (NWAC) CEO Lynne Groulx signed a ground-breaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between NWAC and the General Secretariat of the Central American Integration System (SG-SICA).
  • In doing so, Ms. Groulx has advanced international relationships that will benefit Indigenous Peoples by supporting cultural and economic exchange across the Americas.
  • We haven’t been talking enough as Indigenous Peoples across the national boundaries established through colonization.
  • It is extremely powerful when Indigenous Peoples unite,” Ms. Groulx said, commenting on the momentous outcomes of this Indigenous diplomatic mission.

FLUENT Launches Cannabis-Infused Dark Chocolate Bar in Florida

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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FLUENT Brings New THC Dark Chocolate Bar to Medical Patients in Florida; Made with High Quality Cannabis Extract and Chocolate from the Legendary French Chocolatier, Valrhona

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  • FLUENT Brings New THC Dark Chocolate Bar to Medical Patients in Florida; Made with High Quality Cannabis Extract and Chocolate from the Legendary French Chocolatier, Valrhona
    TAMPA, Fla., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Cansortium Inc .
  • (CSE: TIUM.U) (OTCQX: CNTMF) ("FLUENT" or the "Company"), a vertically-integrated, multi-state cannabis company operating under the FLUENT™ brand, announced the launch of its new cannabis-infused Dark Chocolate Bar in Florida.
  • A harmonious blend of cannabis and rich cocoa, FLUENT's new, premium THC Dark Chocolate Bar is a welcomed medium for medical patients in the Sunshine State.
  • FLUENT's Dark Chocolate Bar is now available in all of its Florida retail locations and retails for $25.

Netceed Names Telecom Executive James DeCoe as SVP of Products, Procurement, and Technology

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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Netceed , a leading global one-stop shop value-added distributor for the telecom network and digital infrastructure industry, announced today that James DeCoe has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Products, Procurement, and Technology.

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  • Netceed , a leading global one-stop shop value-added distributor for the telecom network and digital infrastructure industry, announced today that James DeCoe has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Products, Procurement, and Technology.
  • Prior to joining Netceed, DeCoe spent nearly 20 years at CommScope, most recently in the role of Vice President of Network Cable and Connectivity.
  • “We’re thrilled to have James on board to further develop our leadership team and pursue our objective to establish Netceed as the category leader in the global telecom distribution space.
  • Netceed is backed by majority owner, international private equity firm, Cinven, with Carlyle Europe Technology Partners holding a minority stake.

C&W Networks and C&W Business in Latin America Come Together to Rebrand as Liberty Networks to Shape the Future of Digital Connectivity

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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Today, C&W Networks and C&W Business in Latin America revealed at International Telecoms Week (ITW 2023) that the two organizations will unite under the unified Liberty Networks brand.

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  • Today, C&W Networks and C&W Business in Latin America revealed at International Telecoms Week (ITW 2023) that the two organizations will unite under the unified Liberty Networks brand.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230515005264/en/
    Liberty Networks new identity (Graphic: Business Wire)
    As part of Liberty Latin America (LLA), Liberty Networks will focus on the continued development of its critical infrastructure platform serving carriers, hyper-scalers, and enterprise segments in Latin America and the Caribbean.
  • Commenting on the rebrand, he said, “Today is an important moment for our employees and our customers.
  • We are unveiling our new brand to reflect who we are, a customer-focused connectivity provider that enables growth across the region.

Latest news - DCAM Mission to the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica from 15-19 May 2023 - Delegation for relations with the countries of Central America

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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DCAM Mission to the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica from 15-19 May 2023

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  • DCAM Mission to the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica from 15-19 May 2023
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    From 15 to 19 May, the Delegation for relations with the countries of Central America (DCAM) will go on a mission to the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica.
  • Members are planning to meet with representatives of the executive and the legislative, as well as with civil society organisations and social partners.
  • Main topics of the visit will include the political situation in the region, migration, economic and social development, climate change and fight against organised crime.

Intuit QuickBooks Launches QuickBooks Online Accountant in More Than 170 Countries Around the World, Including the Dominican Republic

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Intuit QuickBooks today announces global free access to QuickBooks Online Accountant (QBOA), enabling accounting professionals in 170 countries to move to the cloud faster, scale their practices and bring more value to their clients and the wider economy.

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  • Intuit QuickBooks today announces global free access to QuickBooks Online Accountant (QBOA), enabling accounting professionals in 170 countries to move to the cloud faster, scale their practices and bring more value to their clients and the wider economy.
  • But their impact could be even bigger, as QuickBooks research suggests accountants are now busier than ever.
  • QBOA addresses this by enabling accountants to manage their practice workflow, client interactions and billing all in one place.
  • For more information and information on how to access the free QuickBooks Online Accountant platform please visit here .