Fast-moving consumer goods

Alphia Names New C-Suite Executives to Strengthen its Leadership Team

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화요일, 4월 30, 2024

In these roles, Cade will be responsible for driving business growth and implementing transformative strategies within the company and Jack will play a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture and shaping the Alphia team.

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  • In these roles, Cade will be responsible for driving business growth and implementing transformative strategies within the company and Jack will play a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture and shaping the Alphia team.
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    “As we continue to expand the leadership team, we are excited to welcome both Cade and Jack to Alphia, marking an exciting step forward for the company,” said David McLain, Chief Executive Officer and President of Alphia.
  • Prior to his appointment at Alphia, he served as Chief Human Resources Officer at Spectrum Plastics and Vice President of Human Resources at Pexco.
  • “I’m looking forward to stepping into this new role at Alphia and hope to make a positive impact on the team’s culture,” said Jack Reid.

Multi-talented Emmy® Award-Winning Host & Actress Tamera Mowry-Housley Set to Receive Trailblazer Award at A Pink Pump Affair

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화요일, 4월 23, 2024

The event will include a silent auction, which will be hosted by award-winning comedian and actress Kym Whitley.

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  • The event will include a silent auction, which will be hosted by award-winning comedian and actress Kym Whitley.
  • We are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to celebrate their achievements at the 16th Annual A Pink Pump Affair.
  • Tamera Mowry-Housley, a multi-talented Emmy Award-winning host, author, actress, producer, and entrepreneur, has been named the recipient of this year's Trailblazer Award for her outstanding contributions to promoting women's health and wellness.
  • All A Pink Pump Affair proceeds will support the recently established Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities (C.A.D.D.).

Interest in Sustainable Products Remains Top of Mind for US Consumers

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화요일, 4월 23, 2024

ATLANTA, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the fourth edition of the "Sustainability, EV, and Convenience Retail Survey Report," consumers not only want sustainable and environmentally friendly options—they increasingly expect them in the fuel and convenience retail industry. Conducted by PDI Technologies, the annual survey again revealed that consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products at an increased volume.

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  • Conducted by PDI Technologies , the annual survey again revealed that consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products at an increased volume.
  • The 2024 findings showed 80% of consumers are very or somewhat concerned about the environmental impact of the products they buy, up from 68% in 2023 and 66% in 2022.
  • When it comes to filling their tanks, 65% of Americans say they would pay more for gas if stations offered carbon offsetting.
  • This movement reaches beyond the US, with consumer sentiment and regulations more prevalent in regions like EMEA and others."

The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation Commits $15 Million Over Three Years to Rise Against Hunger to Provide 463 Million Meals to People in Need

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화요일, 4월 9, 2024

Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.

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  • Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.
  • The commitment builds on a decade-long partnership between Kraft Heinz and Rise Against Hunger to alleviate global hunger and improve access to nutrition.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409900011/en/
    Kraft Heinz employees pack meals during the annual Packathon (Photo: Business Wire)
    “At Kraft Heinz, we aim to provide 1.5 billion meals to people in need by 2025,” said Andrea Budelli, President of The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation and Chief R&D Officer of Developed & Emerging Markets at Kraft Heinz.
  • This impact includes:
    Fortified more than 127 million Rise Against Hunger meals with 21 million micronutrient sachets for school feeding and dietary supplementation programs.

CI&T Named in Everest Group’s Global Retail IT Services and CPG IT Services PEAK Matrix® Assessments 2024

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수요일, 3월 27, 2024

CI&T (NYSE: CINT), a leader in driving AI-powered digital transformation for global brands, announced today it was recognized by leading research firm Everest Group in two new global reports for 2024.

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  • CI&T (NYSE: CINT), a leader in driving AI-powered digital transformation for global brands, announced today it was recognized by leading research firm Everest Group in two new global reports for 2024.
  • CI&T was named a Major Contender in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) IT Services PEAK Matrix® and an Aspirant in the Retail IT Services PEAK Matrix® for 2024.
  • "As we reflect on our successes with our valued CPG and Retail clients, we're energized by the momentum we've built together," said Marcelo Vessoni, SVP, Head of Retail, CI&T.
  • In addition, CI&T was recognized as an Aspirant by Everest Group for the Retail Services IT PEAK Matrix Assessment 2024 which examined 24 providers.

New Study Finds GenAI as Top Tech Investment for Manufacturers, While 94% Expect to Maintain or Expand Their Workforce

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화요일, 3월 26, 2024

83% of manufacturers expect to use generative AI (GenAI) in their operations in 2024.

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  • 83% of manufacturers expect to use generative AI (GenAI) in their operations in 2024.
  • 95% of manufacturers are using or evaluating smart manufacturing technology – up from 84% in 2023.
  • The survey pulled from a range of industries including Consumer Packaged Goods, Food & Beverage, Automotive, Semiconductor, Energy, Life Sciences, and more.
  • With a balanced distribution of company sizes with revenues spanning $100 million to over $30 billion, it offers a wide breadth of manufacturing business perspectives.

Kraft Heinz Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of the World’s Most Innovative Companies

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화요일, 3월 19, 2024

The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC) has been ranked #26 on Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies (MIC).

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  • The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC) has been ranked #26 on Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies (MIC).
  • “We have re-engineered our company for the future,” said Kraft Heinz CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera.
  • Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies package is available online , and on newsstands beginning March 26.
  • This event celebrates the Most Innovative Companies honorees and provides an inside look at cutting-edge business trends and what it takes to innovate in 2024.

Palm Tree Names Michael Schall as a Strategic Industry Advisor for Investment Banking Operations

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화요일, 3월 12, 2024

Palm Tree LLC (“Palm Tree”), the modern M&A advisor providing integrated investment banking and financial consulting services to middle market businesses, today announced Michael Schall as a strategic industry advisor on the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and Food & Beverage (F&B) industries for its investment banking operations.

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  • Palm Tree LLC (“Palm Tree”), the modern M&A advisor providing integrated investment banking and financial consulting services to middle market businesses, today announced Michael Schall as a strategic industry advisor on the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and Food & Beverage (F&B) industries for its investment banking operations.
  • “Michael is uniquely qualified to advise on growth efforts within this comprehensive industry, given his extensive experience within CPG and F&B-focused operations spanning over 40 years.
  • “I am honored by the opportunity to advise Palm Tree on driving growth and maintaining forward momentum for its CPG and F&B investment banking practice,” said Mr. Schall.
  • He is also a partner at Meaningful Partners , a Senior Advisor to Conscious Capitalism , and an operating adviser for Graham Partners .

ASSEMBLY EXPANDS GLOBAL LEADERSHIP TEAM WITH NEW ELEVATIONS

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화요일, 3월 19, 2024

NEW YORK, March 19, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Today, global media agency Assembly announced it is elevating two of its senior leaders to take on expanded roles aimed at boosting global reach, operational efficiency, and innovation. Andrea Timmerman, North America EVP Client Experience, has been promoted to Global Chief Client Officer, and Tim Lippa, North America EVP Strategy Head of Consultancy, has been promoted to Global Chief Product Officer. Both roles, reporting to Global CEO Rick Acampora, are the first strategic elevations under his leadership, marking a significant milestone for the agency. These elevations underscore the agency's commitment to leveraging seasoned leadership to navigate the complexities of the global market, infusing more client-centricity around the globe, and truly operating within the organizational design Acampora transformed for the agency in his previous role as Global Chief Operating Officer. In their global roles, Timmerman and Lippa will also be responsible for working closely with regional leadership to ensure best-in-class delivery and to ensure global consistency.

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  • Both roles, reporting to Global CEO Rick Acampora, are the first strategic elevations under his leadership, marking a significant milestone for the agency.
  • In their global roles, Timmerman and Lippa will also be responsible for working closely with regional leadership to ensure best-in-class delivery and to ensure global consistency.
  • "I couldn't be more confident in the agency we are today and where we are going," said Rick Acampora, Assembly Global CEO.
  • Davis will partner with Global CCO and client leadership teams to drive retention, growth, innovation, and client satisfaction for key clients, like Lenovo and T. Rowe Price.

Noogata Appoints Leading Ecommerce Expert To Help CPGs Discover the Power of Growth-Focused AI Insights

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월요일, 3월 18, 2024

TEL AVIV, Israel, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Noogata, the Amazon AI growth platform, recently appointed Edo Sacca, previously Head of Business Development at Similarweb and Senior Director of Corporate Development at Pacvue & Helium10, is now serving as Strategic Advisor helping U.S-based CPGs selling on Amazon to take advantage of ecommerce solutions to accelerate growth in sales, market share and revenue.

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  • Edo Sacca serves as the Strategic Advisor for Noogata, an Amazon intelligence and growth platform providing AI insights, competitor intelligence and tools to help brands grow sales.
  • With rising competition and shrinking profit margins, AI is playing a pivotal role in helping brands grow and outperform new and existing competitors.
  • As an expert in the arena of ecommerce and marketplace analytics, Noogata and Edo are successfully guiding industry-leading CPGs through their AI digital transformation process.
  • They will be meeting industry professionals to discuss AI for Amazon, highlight ecommerce challenges and showcasing solutions for amplifying sales on the Amazon marketplace.