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  Gustavo Cisneros - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Cisneros Group of Companies is one of the largest privately-held media and entertainment companies in the world.
Cisneros is also the largest shareholder in Univision, the United States' leading Spanish-language television network, and he owns Venevision International, which produces and distributes media and entertainment products throughout the world.
The Cisneros Foundation (Fundacion Cisneros) runs a wide range of educational and cultural programs aimed at improving the lives of Latin Americans.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gustavo_Cisneros   (311 words)

  
 Global Information Infrastructure Commission - Commissioners
Gustavo A. Cisneros is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Cisneros Group of Companies, an organization with substantial operations in Latin America, Europe and the United States and annual revenues exceeding $3.5 billion.
Cisneros is the founding member of the International Advisory Board of the Council on Foreign Relations in New York, a former director of the International Advisory Committee of The Chase Manhattan Bank and a director of the Chairman's Council of the Americas Society, which encourages increased North and South American understanding.
Cisneros is a director of The Joseph H. Lauder Institute of Management and International Studies of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and member of the Board of International Directors of United World Colleges based in London.
www.giic.org /commissioners/bio/bio_cisneros.asp   (970 words)

  
 GUSTAVO CISNEROS - Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Cisneros Group of Companies   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Gustavo A. Cisneros is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Cisneros Group of Companies, one of the largest privately held media, entertainment, technology, and consumer products organizations in the world.
As Chairman and Chief Executive Officer since 1968, Gustavo Cisneros has dedicated himself to both the strategic development of the Cisneros Group and the overall advancement of the region.
With his wife, Patricia Phelps de Cisneros, and brother Ricardo, Gustavo Cisneros established the Fundación Cisneros, a philanthropic organization committed to the future of Latin America.
www.gustavocisneros.com   (314 words)

  
 Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News
Cisneros praised all those in the Cisneros Group who have worked steadily for 32 years to build Venevision, a television network founded in Venezuela in the 1960s, into one of the largest media and entertainment enterprises in Latin America.
Cisneros said: "We are one of the two largest providers of telenovelas for the worldwide Hispanic market, a platform that gives us the ability to penetrate huge markets like India and China, where we hope to reach about 350 million people", said Mr.
Gustavo Cisneros is not surprised by the universal appeal of the telenovela.
www.investors.com /breakingnews.asp?journalid=32756626   (662 words)

  
 Cisneros - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Francisco Cardinal Jiménez de Cisneros, a Castilian churchman and politician.
Villa Cisneros was the Spanish name of Dahkla in Western Sahara.
Gustavo Cisneros, a Venezuelan-born media mogul, owner of the Cisneros Group.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Cisneros   (137 words)

  
 New Left Review - Richard Gott: Venezuela’s Murdoch
Cisneros was among those of the country’s financial oligarchs who hoped the untested officer could be bent to their will.
Cisneros soon joined the increasingly shrill elite opposition, complaining that the country had been taken over by a populist authoritarian, and pointing to the continuing economic woes—wrought, long before Chávez’s election, by a string of governments they had supported to the hilt.
Again, unreported by Bachelet, Cisneros gave orders that his channels should carry no news of the counter-coup, or show pictures of the tens of thousands of people descending from the shanty-towns to ensure the return of ‘their’ President—described by Bachelet as ‘a few counterdemonstrations in favour of the deposed head of state’.
newleftreview.org /A2622   (3713 words)

  
 Press Release: Gustavo A. Cisneros Appointed to Univision Communications Inc. Board of Directors
Cisneros is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Cisneros Group of Companies, one of the largest privately held media, entertainment, technology, and consumer products organizations in the world.
Cisneros has led the growth and expansion of the Cisneros Group of Companies to include interests in companies ranging from broadcast television networks, paid television services, and interactive service providers, to beverage businesses, supermarkets chains and a baseball team.
Cisneros is involved in the global academic and business communities as a charter member of the United Nations Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Task Force, various corporate advisory boards, and as a board member, trustee or advisor of Harvard University’s David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies, Columbia University, Babson College and Rockefeller University.
www.univision.net /corp/en/pr/Los_Angeles_04122003-1.html   (387 words)

  
 COUNCIL OF THE AMERICAS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Gustavo Cisneros, a highly respected and valued member of the Chairman’s International Advisory Council of the Americas Society since 1985, will be the Gold Medal recipient of the 2003 Americas Society Distinguished Service Award.
An entrepreneur, innovator, and advocate for democracy, free trade and the rule of law, Gustavo is a true citizen of the Americas.
Fundación Cisneros is a private philanthropic organization committed to the future of Latin America, supporting initiates and programming in cultural affairs, education, social services, and the environment.
americas-society.org /coa/publications/PR-June-2-03-SpringParty.html   (199 words)

  
 World Screen - Home
Cisneros is a firm believer in the importance of an educated public—not only for achieving a country’s economic prosperity, but as a main foundation of democracy.
Cisneros, who has very generously spoken to World Screen three times in the past, granted this exclusive interview to the WS editorial staff, whose members he received in his Manhattan offices.
CISNEROS: Prices for advertising are going to continue to increase as the Hispanic market and its purchasing power continue to grow, and as long as Univision and Telemundo continue to deliver high ratings and to demonstrate to advertisers that they can more effectively reach Hispanics in Spanish.
www.worldscreen.com /interviewscurrent.php?filename=0105cisneros.htm   (3005 words)

  
 Women Protest US Award to Venezuelan Coup Leader Gustavo Cisneros
Cisneros is also credited with being a driving force behind the December 2002 nationwide lock-out and sabotage of the oil industry, which instead of ousting President Chávez from his elected office, drove the Venezuelan economy into the ground by causing a historical drop of 27% in the country’s GDP in the first trimester of 2003.
Cisneros is the owner of AOL, Coca-Cola, DirecTV and Pizza Hut in Latin America, Univision in the US, and Venezuela’s biggest TV network Venevision.
Gustavo Cisneros’ record is one of working for the “betterment” of the white, racist elite of Venezuela against the interests of the vast majority of Venezuelans who are people of color, and who, in oil-rich Venezuela, were left mired in poverty after 40 years of rule by the Venezuelan elite:
www.venezuelanalysis.com /news.php?newsno=1183   (1048 words)

  
 Reed Midem :: Gustavo Cisneros Named MIPCOM 2005 Personality of the Year
Cisneros will receive the Award during a gala dinner for industry executives on Wednesday 19 October at the 21st edition of MIPCOM (17 to 21 October, Palais des Festivals, Cannes).
The Cisneros Group of Companies is one of the largest privately held media, entertainment, technology, telecommunications, and consumer-products organizations in the world.
In addition to his responsibilities related to the Cisneros Group, Gustavo Cisneros is a charter member of the United Nations Information and Communication Technologies Task Force.
sev.prnewswire.com /computer-electronics/20050725/2961005en-1.html   (698 words)

  
 April 2, 20001 | Gustavo Cisneros to Receive iEMMY Directorate Award   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Gustavo has demonstrated outstanding contributions to the arts & sciences of international television and is an inspiration to all in Latin America as well as the entire global industry," said Fred Cohen, President of the International Council.
Cisneros' leadership, the Cisneros Group of Companies has pursued excellence in entertainment, information and educational programming in broadcast and pay television, and has also been involved in the creation of new media platforms in the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking world.
With his brother Ricardo Cisneros, and his wife Patricia Phelps de Cisneros, Gustavo Cisneros has established the Fundacion Cisneros to champion cultural, environmental and social development programs for the global Iberoamerican community.
www.iemmys.tv /press/april02_01.html   (446 words)

  
 Gustavo Cisneros & family, The World's Richest People - Forbes.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Cisneros and his wife are familiar figures in high society, hobnobbing with former presidents, designers and fellow billionaires.
Cisneros also enjoys bonefishing, sometimes with friend George H.W. Bush.
For billionaires with publicly traded fortunes, net worths were calculated using share prices and exchange rates from February 13, 2006.
www.forbes.com /lists/2006/10/GX8F.html   (169 words)

  
 CISNEROS WATCH APPLY ANTI COPYRIGHT POLITIC : SF Indymedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Cisneros Watch is an organization in charge of watching Cisneros Family and Cisneros Businesses moves on La Gran Sabana.
Cisneros of being a fascist and of conspiring to remove the President from power...
Cisneros is a friend of George Bush senior: they play golf together and in 2001 the former US president holidayed in Cisneros's Venezuelan property.
sf.indymedia.org /news/2003/01/1560075.php   (765 words)

  
 Fundacion Cisneros
Founded by Patty and Gustavo Cisneros, in association with the Cisneros Group of Companies, the Fundación Cisneros supports innovative programs that focus on Latin American issues in the areas of education, culture, health, and the environment.
Among its programs, PAT is involved in developing a network of pilot farms; decreasing the environmental impact of cattle grazing; developing a network of pilot schools in rural areas; promoting and assisting in the creation of micro-businesses that process and sell solid waste; supporting recycling education in the local schools; and encouraging community-wide ecotourism.
The restoration of the colonial house and grounds to its original condition is nearing completion, and the dwelling now houses the Cisneros Collection of Venezuelan colonial art, furniture, and objects dating from the 17th to the early 19th century.
www.orinoco.org /apg/fundacion.asp?lang=en   (1469 words)

  
 Executive Profiles
Today, the Cisneros Group of Companies owns or holds interests in 68 companies with operations in more than 80 countries, ranging from broadcast television networks, paid television services, and interactive service providers to beverage businesses and supermarket chains.
Gustavo Cisneros sits on the Board of Directors of Univision Communications, Inc., Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE: ABX), and Pueblo International, LLC.
Gustavo Cisneros at The Center for Hemispheric Policy Conference, Miami, April 25, 2006
www.cisneros.com /en/corporate/profiles/detalles.asp   (374 words)

  
 Hola Arkansas - bilingual Hispanic newspaper - periodico bilingue para Hispanos - Latino news - noticias
Cisneros told the assembled Latin American heads of state and business leaders that an efficient partnership between the public and private sector will create jobs, build a favorable environment for growth and increase competitiveness throughout Latin America.
But he cautioned that to achieve these goals consensus is required on fundamental values such as individual freedom, education, human resources, and the urgent need to eradicate poverty.
The Cisneros Group of Companies (http://www.cisneros.com) is one of the largest privately held media, entertainment, telecommunications, technology, and consumer products organizations in the world.
www.hola-arkansas.com /news_pr.php?nid=6355   (324 words)

  
 Gustavo Cisneros, Chairman of the Cisneros Group Says Movida Communications ``Exceeded All Expectations'' in 2005
MIAMI --(Business Wire)-- Dec. 19, 2005 -- Gustavo Cisneros, Chairman of the Cisneros Group of Companies, today announced that Movida, the nation's first pay-as-you-go wireless communications service specifically targeting the more than 40 million Hispanics living in the United States, has exceeded all expectations for its launch in 2005 and expects continued growth in 2006.
Cisneros said that Texas leads in overall Movida activations, with California second and Puerto Rico -- where Cisneros-owned Pueblo and Blockbuster are the anchor distribution partners -- is a close third.
The Cisneros Group of Companies - http://www.cisneros.com - is one of the largest privately held media, entertainment, telecommunications, technology, and consumer products organizations in the world.
www.tmcnet.com /usubmit/2005/dec/1227856.htm   (957 words)

  
 Colección Cisneros.org
The Fundación Cisneros is a private philanthropic organization committed to the future of Latin America.
Built on the belief that education is the key to democracy and democracy is the key to freedom, the Fundación Cisneros strengthens and promotes Latin America through a variety of programs.
Founded by Patricia Phelps de Cisneros, Gustavo Cisneros, and Ricardo Cisneros, in association with the Cisneros Group of Companies, the Fundación Cisneros directs the resources of the Cisneros Group into public service, building innovative programs and partnerships that fortify communities, promote free expression, encourage economic independence, and foster cross-cultural understanding.
www.coleccioncisneros.org /fc_splash.asp?IDLanguage=1   (134 words)

  
 Al Cisneros Music - Favorite Songs - Lyrics From   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Om is a duo formed by the rhythm section of the disbanded stoner metal band Sleep; Al Cisneros on vocals and bass and Chris Hakius on drums.
Om (band) Om is a stoner doom band formed by the rhythm section of the disbanded stoner metal giant Sleep, Al Cisneros on vocals and bass and Chris...
Gustavo A. Cisneros is Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Cisneros Group of Companies, an...
www.lyricsfrom.com /artists/a/Al-Cisneros.html   (1367 words)

  
 CFR Bio: Gustavo A. Cisneros - Council on Foreign Relations
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Cisneros is chairman and chief executive officer of the Cisneros Group of Companies, a privately held media, entertainment, technology and consumer products organizations.
He has initiated international educational programs through Fundación Cisneros; is a member of the United Nations Information and Communications Technologies Task Force; and sits on a variety of advisory boards including ones for the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies at Harvard University and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
cfr.org /bios/9559/gustavo_a_cisneros.html   (309 words)

  
 Gustavo A. Cisneros Appointed to Univision Communications Inc. Board of Directors Business Wire - Find Articles
Gustavo A. Cisneros Appointed to Univision Communications Inc. Board of Directors
Univision Communications Inc. (NYSE:UVN), the nation's leading Spanish-language media company, today announced that Gustavo A. Cisneros has been appointed the Class V Director to its Board of Directors, as a representative of Venevision.
Cisneros established Fundacion Cisneros, a philanthropic organization committed to education, culture, the environment, social services and global awareness of contemporary Latin America.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0EIN/is_2003_Dec_4/ai_110927823   (429 words)

  
 United States grooms Gustavo Cisneros for the Presidency of Venezuela   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
According to Diario Vea director Guillermo Garcia Ponce, businessman Gustavo Cisneros’ candidacy for Presidency of Venezuela in an eventual election is “not his own idea”...
In a hypothetical race between Cisneros and Chavez, “of course, Cisneros is going to use all of the financial and media resources that he has, but that’s nothing for Chavez.
En una posible confrontación electoral entre Gustavo Cisneros y el presidente Hugo Rafael Chavez, "por supuesto Cisneros va a mover todos los recursos financieros y mediáticos que tiene, pero diría que eso es pan comido para Chavez, él no tiene contendor en ese terreno".
www.vheadline.com /printer_news.asp?id=21327   (693 words)

  
 Colección Cisneros.org
Designed to improve the quality of basic education in Latin America, AME is an innovative distance-learning program that provides training to schoolteachers across the region via satellite television and the internet.
Designed to enrich Georgetown's Latin American Studies program in the areas of politics, history, and culture, the Endowment supports term appointments of visiting scholars and public figures; scholarships, fellowships, and travel grants for study in Latin America; and travel grants to scholars and other experts from Latin America for participation in symposia and conferences.
The Gustavo and Ricardo Cisneros Endowment, Rockefeller University
www.coleccioncisneros.org /fc_education.asp   (295 words)

  
 U.S. Newswire : Releases : "Gustavo Cisneros, Chairman of Cisneros Group of..."   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-26)
Gustavo Cisneros, Chairman of Cisneros Group of Companies, Selected for 2004 Excellence in Leadership Award
Cisneros' accomplishments and leadership in establishing the Fundacion Cisneros to champion cultural, environmental and social development programs for the global Iberoamerican community.
Featherman indicated that the Award will officially be bestowed upon Cisneros at the Council's Annual Winter Gala scheduled to take place in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 29, 2004.
releases.usnewswire.com /GetRelease.asp?id=109-12242003   (413 words)

  
 Bilingual Books, Articles & Lesson Plans
Cisneros' story cycle is more urban and pragmatic, and contemporary and assimilated in its stance on gender.
Mexican American writer of fiction Sandra Cisneros ignited a cultural controversy in 1997 when she painted her historic San Antonio, Texas, house neon purple in violation of the city's historic preservation code -- claiming the bright color as a key part of her Mexican heritage.
Although Cisneros is noted primarily for Mango Street and Woman Hollering Creek and Other Stories (1991), her poetry, which includes Bad Boys (1980), My Wicked, Wicked Ways (1987), and Loose Woman (1994) has also received considerable attention.
www.mayraldole.com /Default.asp?page=17   (11139 words)

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