RAMSEY, NJ--(Marketwired - October 15, 2014) - Believing that the extraordinary efforts of everyday people need a global showcase, Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) is proud to sponsor "CNN Heroes."

"CNN Heroes" puts the spotlight on individuals who go to extraordinary lengths to serve others. All "heroes" are nominated by viewers via an online submission policy. Since its inception eight years ago, more than 200 heroes have been profiled from more than 50,000 global submissions. The 2014 campaign began October 1 and runs through December.

"This is the second year that Konica Minolta has sponsored 'CNN Heroes'," says Kevin Kern, senior vice president, Marketing, Konica Minolta Business Solutions, U.S.A., Inc. "These heroes are making a difference to society, whether taking a stand for human rights or fighting corruption. These stories need to be told and we are proud to help give them visibility."

"CNN Heroes" aligns with Konica Minolta's global citizenship efforts to give back to society. Among the company's initiatives are participation in the UN Global Compact, the creation of a conflict minerals compliance policy and the launch of the Medium-Term Environmental Plan 2016 to address environmental challenges and enhance corporate competitiveness.

Konica Minolta's special website "Giving Shape to Ideas 'Social Actions'" will feature stories from "CNN Heroes" and social contribution activities at the Konica Minolta Group's global community.

"CNN Heroes" segments will air each week on CNN, HLN, Airport Network and CNN International in the US. Along with the weekly segment, Konica Minolta will also sponsor "CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute" scheduled to air December 7 on CNN's global networks. Visit the "CNN Heroes" website to learn more and follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Konica Minolta

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. is a leader in information management focused on enterprise content, technology optimization and cloud services. Our solutions help organizations improve their speed to market, manage technology costs, and facilitate the sharing of information to increase productivity. Clients trust Konica Minolta to help them envision how they can achieve their goals and deliver innovative solutions to give shape to their ideas. Konica Minolta has won numerous awards and recognition including being recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for six consecutive years, and "A3 MFP Line of the Year" award winner from Buyers Laboratory LLC for an unprecedented four consecutive years. In 2012, Konica Minolta received "Document Imaging Solutions Line of the Year" recognition from BLI. Konica Minolta, Inc. has also been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for two years in a row. For more information, please visit www.CountOnKonicaMinolta.com and follow Konica Minolta on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.