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The Good Charcoal Launches Super Briquettes With Lowe's

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Monday, March 4, 2024

NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The first FSC® certified charcoal sold in the US – The Good Charcoal Company will unveil its Super Briquettes in 15.4lb bags at select Lowe's locations nationwide.

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  • NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The first FSC® certified charcoal sold in the US – The Good Charcoal Company will unveil its Super Briquettes in 15.4lb bags at select Lowe's locations nationwide.
  • The Good Charcoal, a company on a mission to disrupt the charcoal industry, began as a threefold idea between Ben Jablonski and Rob Silverman in 2020.
  • Because of the use of Acacia, The Good Charcoal burns hotter, cleaner, and more evenly (resulting in delicious flavors and less charcoal used per BBQ).
  • Because of this, The Good Charcoal created a product that would offer a solution for bush encroachment while offering consumers a cleaner charcoal alternative.

Tru Earth Reports High Growth Year with New Retail Locations and First European Office

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

WILMINGTON, Del., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tru Earth, a B Corp certified, multi-national household cleaning products organization focused on eliminating single-use plastic in the home, is celebrating its highest growth year ever, recording a 160% increase in revenue over its previous fiscal year. Additionally, the award-winning brand, founded nearly five years ago, also reported that it had reached a milestone of bringing $100 million of Tru Earth products to the homes of U.S. consumers.

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  • Additionally, the award-winning brand, founded nearly five years ago, also reported that it had reached a milestone of bringing $100 million of Tru Earth products to the homes of U.S. consumers.
  • Tru Earth's laundry eco-strips®, along with other innovative household cleaning products, currently has more than 27,000 retail distribution points throughout North America, across grocery, general, pharmacy, specialty, convenience, and home improvement.
  • "I am so proud of what our organization has achieved in less than five years," said Brad Liski, chief executive officer of Tru Earth.
  • To learn more about Tru Earth, find local retailers, and join its critical cause, please visit www.tru.earth and follow along with @TruEarthMovement on social media.

Believe It! New Voortman® Perfectly Sweet™ Cookies Taste Delicious AND Have 25% Less Sugar Than the Leading Cookie*

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

ORRVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Voortman® Bakery today launched a new line of reduced-sugar cookies that are perfect for those living a sugar-conscious lifestyle. Voortman® Perfectly Sweet™ cookies contain 25% less sugar than the leading cookie* without sacrificing flavor or taste.

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  • Voortman® Perfectly Sweet™ cookies contain 25% less sugar than the leading cookie* without sacrificing flavor or taste.
  • And, of those sugar-conscious consumers, 84% would purchase a cookie that "has the same great taste you want but with less sugar than regular cookies."
  • Smucker Co. "Voortman Perfectly Sweet cookies truly deliver on the mouthwateringly great taste consumers demand from their cookies.
  • Voortman Perfectly Sweet cookies are available in a resealable package at grocery retailers across the U.S., including Kroger, Food Lion and Giant.

Happy Egg Co. Free Range Eggs Now Sold in 18-Count Cartons

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

ROGERS, Ark., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Happy Egg Co., the #1 free range brand in the U.S., according to Nielsen, is expanding its offerings to include an 18-count of their certified Organic and original Free Range eggs. Ideal for families and consumers who regularly purchase eggs, the larger cartons feature the company's premium, American Humane Certified eggs. Each are rich in farm-fresh flavor, feature stunning sunrise yolks, and deliver 6g of protein with vitamins and minerals in every serving.

Key Points: 
  • ROGERS, Ark., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Happy Egg Co ., the #1 free range brand in the U.S., according to Nielsen, is expanding its offerings to include an 18-count of their certified Organic and original Free Range eggs.
  • Ideal for families and consumers who regularly purchase eggs, the larger cartons feature the company's premium, American Humane Certified eggs.
  • Happy Egg Co. is expanding its offerings to include an 18-count of their certified Organic and original Free Range eggs.
  • Happy Egg Co.'s 18-count Free Range brown eggs are available for retailers across the country to carry, plus they're currently brightening up the grocery aisle at select Kroger, Sprouts, Stater Bros., and Walmart locations.

TEAMSTERS APPLAUD FTC ACTION TO BLOCK KROGER-ALBERTSONS MERGER

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Monday, February 26, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien and Teamsters Warehouse Division Director Tom Erickson regarding today's announcement by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that it is suing to block the Kroger-Albertsons merger:

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien and Teamsters Warehouse Division Director Tom Erickson regarding today's announcement by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that it is suing to block the Kroger-Albertsons merger:
    "The Teamsters commend the FTC for taking decisive action against the Kroger-Albertsons merger, recognizing the detrimental impact it would have on workers at both companies.
  • "The choice to work with C&S over the Teamsters exposed the true intentions of this merger.
  • "The FTC saw the harm this merger would have on workers and consumers nationwide and listened to the concerns shared among elected officials, shareholders, consumer advocates, and the general public.
  • Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.

Kroger Announces Fourth Quarter Conference Call with Investors

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

CINCINNATI, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) announced today it will host its fourth quarter 2023 earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m.

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  • CINCINNATI, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) announced today it will host its fourth quarter 2023 earnings conference call at 10:00 a.m.
  • ET on Thursday, March 7, 2024.
  • Kroger's management team will comment on financial and operational results for the fourth quarter and full year 2023.
  • An on-demand replay of the webcast will be available at approximately 1:00 p.m.

Atlanta Jewish Life Festival Presents March Mitzvah Madness - March 3, 2024 featuring Hoops Basketball Contest, Atlanta Hawks' 'Harry the Hawk', Kosher Food, Kids Zone and MUCH MORE

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Atlanta Jewish Life Festival is returning for a fifth year to the world-famous Georgia Aquarium. Tickets are on sale now for the March 3 event scheduled from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. entering through the Ocean's Ballroom entrance at 246 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30313.

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  • Join the Atlanta Jewish community for a day of Jewish music, food, and more at the fifth annual Atlanta Jewish Life Festival - 5th Annual Atlanta Jewish Life Festival, Sunday, March 3, 2024, 11 am - 3 pm, Georgia Aquarium™.
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Atlanta Jewish Life Festival is returning for a fifth year to the world-famous Georgia Aquarium.
  • Gold sponsors are the Northside Hospital, Kroger, Arthur Blank Foundation, Atlanta Jewish Connector, Balloons Over Atlanta, and AMP'D Entertainment.
  • The mission of the Atlanta Jewish Times is to create a sense of community throughout the geographically dispersed Jewish people of greater Atlanta.

Millennial & Gen Z Women are Embracing Business Networking Models Like NextUp's More than Ever Before

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NextUp, the leading nonprofit dedicated to advancing all women in business, has become one of the preeminent member associations in the United States - especially in areas where Fortune 500 companies are located, such as in northwest Arkansas (Walmart's headquarters) and Cincinnati (Kroger and P&G headquarters). In 2023, NextUp's membership grew to a record-breaking 17,131 members and 100+ corporate partnerships. This surge is attributed to the influx of women in business, especially millennials and Gen Z'ers who now make up 38% of NextUp's members. NextUp also attributes much of its recent success to its "You Are NextUp" campaign, which showcases more than 100 NextUp members and leaders from companies across the country, such as Coca-Cola, General Mills, Hallmark, Target, and more, who highlight the power of what women can do in business.

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  • This surge is attributed to the influx of women in business, especially millennials and Gen Z'ers who now make up 38% of NextUp's members.
  • "Joining an organization like NextUp provides numerous networking and mentorship programs, connects our members to peers and supports women in ways that nurture their careers.
  • "Our increase in numbers, and especially with younger women, show that these efforts are crucial to the development of women in business."
  • Its focus remains steadfast on creating impactful, sustainable change for women in business and developing the next generation of leaders.

AdapTable Meals® Announces Magnetic Creative as New Agency of Record and Expansion into Costco Stores

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

This collaboration marks a significant milestone for AdapTable Meals® as it continues to expand its presence in the retail market.

Key Points: 
  • This collaboration marks a significant milestone for AdapTable Meals® as it continues to expand its presence in the retail market.
  • By expanding to Costco, AdapTable Meals® aims to build on its brand promise of quality, convenience, and value.
  • This partnership is poised to elevate AdapTable Meals' brand presence both in-store and online through innovative marketing strategies and creative solutions.
  • Find an AdapTable Meals® retailer near you, including its new Costco locations, by using the Store Locator tool at www.AdapTableMeals.com .

United States Loyalty Programs Market Intelligence Report 2024: Firms are Expanding their Programs to New Categories to Bolster Business Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, February 16, 2024

The loyalty program market is poised for steady growth over the medium term in the United States.

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  • The loyalty program market is poised for steady growth over the medium term in the United States.
  • Firms, across sectors, are seeking to revamp their loyalty programs to meet the changing consumer needs and drive accelerated revenue growth.
  • This trend is expected to drive the competitive landscape in the United States loyalty programs industry over the medium term.
  • The loyalty program market is also experiencing innovation in the food delivery sector in the United States.