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SunOpta Welcomes Jen Caro as Senior Vice President of Sales
Minneapolis, Minn. – June 5, 2025 –SunOpta (Nasdaq:STKL) (TSX:SOY) – a company that delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands, retailers and foodservice providers across a broad portfolio of beverages, broths and better-for-you snacks – announced the appointment of Jen Caro as Senior Vice President of Sales and a member of the company’s Senior Leadership Team.Following an extensive national search, Jen emerged as the ideal leader to guide SunOpta’s sales function and help propel the company’s growth strategy forward. With more than 18 years of experience as a seasoned sales executive, Jen brings a proven track record ... |
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Waterford Announces Special Creative Collaboration with Music Icon Elton John
29 May 2025– Waterford, globally renowned designer and crafter of luxury crystal, is proud to announce a special creative collaboration with music icon Elton John. The partnership launches with the release of a striking Red Crystal Heart Ornament. Created in celebration of Pride Month, this exquisite piece will raise vital funds for the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Waterford has a deserved reputation for craftsmanship based on a storied heritage stretching back more than 250 years. That creative and artisanal legacy is proudly showcased in this piece, which is expertly crafted from high-quality lead-free crystal. The design – adorned with a ... |
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Avocados From Peru Opens 2025 U.S. Season With Detroit Tigers Partnership and National Promotions
WASHINGTON, June 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Avocados From Peru (AFP), the national brand of the Peruvian Avocado Commission, has officially opened its 2025 U.S. season with a major league splash: a high-impact partnership with the Detroit Tigers that serves as the centerpiece of AFP's national marketing efforts. "Sports inspire people to stay active and live well — values that Avocados From Peru champions in every campaign," said Xavier Equihua, president and CEO of the Peruvian Avocado Commission. "No other origin does what we do to integrate avocados with cultural, lifestyle and wellness-driven experiences." The 2025 signature partnership with the Detroit Tigers, in collaboration with ... |
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Dallas Market Center Announces Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarship at Texas A&M University
DALLAS – June 4, 2025– Dallas Market Center is proud to announce the creation of the Bill Winsor Retailing Scholarship, a new endowed scholarship at Texas A&M University honoring the legacy of Bill Winsor, former president, CEO, and chairman emeritus of Dallas Market Center. The scholarship will support upperclassmen in the Mays School of Business and the Center for Retailing Studies who plan to pursue careers in retail or wholesale. It is being established through a grassroots campaign by colleagues and friends who were inspired by Winsor’s enduring leadership, entrepreneurial vision, and deep belief in the power of commerce. A ... |
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Hestan Culinary Honored with 2025 Red Dot Award for Provisions Chef’s Tools Collection
NAPA VALLEY, Calif. (June 10, 2025) – Hestan Culinary, the premium cookware brand designed with thoughtful innovation and meticulous craftsmanship for a lifetime of high-quality performance, is proud to announce it has received a 2025 Red Dot Product Design Award for its Provisions Chef’s Tools Collection, available in a 5, 6 or 8-piece set. This globally respected distinction highlights Hestan’s dedication to design innovation and performance, reinforcing its reputation as a leader in professional-grade culinary tools for both home and professional chefs. This prestigious recognition joins Hestan Culinary’s list of industry accolades, including the 2021 Red Dot Award for excellence in product design ... |
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Nounós Creamery Pioneers New Frontier in Dairy with A2 Greek Yogurt Launch
NEW YORK, May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nounós Creamery, renowned for its commitment to authentic, handcrafted Greek yogurt, is excited to announce the launch of its latest innovation: A2 Greek Yogurt. This new product line expands Nounós' offerings, providing consumers with the same exceptional taste and texture they love, now crafted from A2 milk. For 10 years, Nounós Creamery has been producing yogurt the traditional Greek way, using simple, high-quality ingredients. The introduction of A2 Greek Yogurt reflects the company's ongoing pursuit of excellence and its responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences. "At Nounos Creamery, we believe that real milk—sourced from healthy cows ... |
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Gift For Life / NY Now Aids Walk NY Team Raises Money At 2025 Event
May 27, 2025— Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led charitable organization, today announced that its 12 GFL/NY NOW team members collectively have raised $42,357 for AIDS Walk NY, which took place on Sunday, May 18, in New York City’s Central Park. Additional donations will be accepted through June 13 at Gift for Life/NY NOW team AIDS Walk New York 2025 marks the 13th consecutive year that Gift for Life has fielded an AIDS Walk NY team. Participants this year included 8 in-person walkers in New York City as well as remote walkers, including Matt Katzenson of Fine Lines, ... |
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Cookware and Bakeware Alliance Prioritizes Engineering Standards and Education in the Face of Industry Challenges
Bradley Beach, NJ, Release: For Immediate Release. The Cookware and Bakeware Alliance (CBA) concluded its Spring Member Meeting in Orlando, Florida in early May, marking significant achievements in membership engagement and industry advancement. The meeting focused extensively on pressing industry challenges facing members, particularly in regulatory, legislative, and tariff matters. CBA Board President Mike Otterman emphasized the organization's strategic focus on engineering standards and education. "As we navigate multiple industry challenges, we must stay grounded in how we educate the industry and ensure we have the best, most robust engineering standards in place," said Otterman during the general session. The ... |
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Consorzio Tutela Grana Padano and Consorzio del Prosciutto di Parma Partner on “Distinctly Deliciously European” Promotional Campaign
The Consortia of Grana Padano PDO cheese and Prosciutto di Parma PDO have partnered on a joint promotional campaign to raise awareness about these signature European food products in the North American market, focusing on American and Canadian retailers, chefs and consumers. The program, named “Distinctly Deliciously European,” emphasizes the importance of quality, authenticity and tradition. Grana Padano PDO cheese and Prosciutto di Parma PDO are examples of products with the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status. These products are made by skilled artisans in specific European regions, using centuries-old techniques to create unique, delicious foods that cannot be replicated ... |
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JoyJolt Acquires Cooluli, Expanding Portfolio Into Portable Appliances
Brooklyn, NY – (April 25, 2025) – MM Products Inc., the owner of JoyJolt, has completed the acquisition of Coolulifrom Lisse Inc. The acquisition brings together JoyJolt, a modern homeware brand specializing in glassware and kitchenware, and Cooluli, a leading name in portable mini fridges and compact cooling solutions. This strategic expansion marks a new chapter in MM Products’ continued mission to offer durable, stylish and versatile home essentials for every lifestyle. Cooluli’s sleek, temperature-controlled fridges have earned a dedicated following among beauty lovers, college students, home or office employees, travelers, and anyone who values convenience with style. Their blend of compact design and everyday versatility complements JoyJolt’s beliefs that homeware should never force a choice between style and function—it should be both. This move expands the company's growing portfolio of modern lifestyle products ... |
