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PEPSICO BEVERAGES NORTH AMERICA OPENS NEW WAREHOUSE IN GREATER MILWAUKEE AREA TO SERVICE CUSTOMERS AND MEET GROWING CONSUMER DEMAND ACROSS 4 COUNTIES

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

PURCHASE, N.Y., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) announced a brand-new 150,000 square foot warehouse in Lisbon, WI, a regional hub with 260+ employees who will help meet growing demand across Washington, Ozaukee, Waukesha and Milwaukee counties and keep store shelves and long-term customers like Summerfest stocked with Pepsi, Pepsi Zero Sugar, MTN DEW, Aquafina, Gatorade, Lipton, Starbucks, Rockstar, Celsius, Tropicana, Dole, Naked Juice and more.

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  • With a presence in the area for 60 years and more than 2,200 employees in the state, PepsiCo Beverages North America continues to enhance its local business operations, innovate to serve local customers and team up with leading community organizations.
  • Predicting future growth in the area, PBNA built the new Lisbon warehouse to meet demand with maximum efficiency including enhanced energy efficiency.
  • "We deeply appreciate our local partners and team members who make Milwaukee a vibrant community in which we are proud to grow."
  • Stay up to date on the latest PepsiCo news and products by visiting pepsico.com and following @pepsico on X, Instagram and Facebook.

Sena Kwawu Joins Cinch® Home Services as President, In-Home Services

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

BOCA RATON, Fla., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinch Home Services (Cinch), one of the nation's leading providers of home service solutions, announces Sena Kwawu as its new President, In-Home Services.

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  • "Sena has an exceptional ability to shape enterprise strategy by placing customer needs and objectives at the forefront of every initiative he pursues," said Steve Upshaw, Chief Executive Officer of Cinch Home Services.
  • "With Sena's robust background and expertise in the home services space, coupled with his strategic operational insights and inspirational leadership, he will undoubtedly propel Cinch to new heights."
  • Kwawu noted, "I am honored to have the opportunity to join the exceptional leadership team at Cinch.
  • Before becoming part of the Cinch Home Services team, Kwawu held the position of Senior Vice President of Operations at Frontdoor, Inc.

Vanguard Renewables Welcomes Foremost Farms USA to the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance

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Monday, January 29, 2024

Vanguard Renewables®, a national leader in organics-to-renewable energy production, is excited to announce the addition of Foremost Farms USA®, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the United States, to the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance (FPSA).

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  • Vanguard Renewables®, a national leader in organics-to-renewable energy production, is excited to announce the addition of Foremost Farms USA®, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the United States, to the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance (FPSA).
  • By joining the FPSA, Foremost Farms aims to further strengthen its dedication to sustainable practices and support generational dairy farmers across America.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Foremost Farms to the FPSA," said Neil H. Smith, Chief Executive Officer of Vanguard Renewables.
  • For more information about Vanguard Renewables and the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance, please visit https://bit.ly/FPSA23 .

Performers Revealed for the 2024 MusiCares® Person of the Year Tribute Honoring Jon Bon Jovi Hosted by Jim Gaffigan

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Friday, January 26, 2024

The 33rd annual benefit gala will be hosted by GRAMMY-nominated comedian Jim Gaffigan.

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  • The 33rd annual benefit gala will be hosted by GRAMMY-nominated comedian Jim Gaffigan.
  • I’m honored they are able to be with us for such a wonderful night,” said Jon Bon Jovi.
  • This year’s tribute will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center and includes a cocktail reception, followed by a dinner and tribute concert.
  • Performers will pay tribute to Bon Jovi’s legacy and his impact on rock and roll since the 1983 inception of his eponymous band.

Pepper Announces Strategic Partnership with Datassential to Empower Distributor Sales with Operator Intelligence

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Friday, January 26, 2024

Pepper, the leading ecommerce and enablement solution for independent distributors, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Datassential, the global leader in food and beverage intelligence.

Key Points: 
  • Pepper, the leading ecommerce and enablement solution for independent distributors, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Datassential, the global leader in food and beverage intelligence.
  • This collaboration will see Pepper integrating Datassential's renowned sales intelligence data into its platform, significantly enhancing the capabilities and efficiency of distributor sales representatives (DSRs).
  • By leveraging Datassential's comprehensive operator data, Pepper aims to revolutionize the way DSRs prospect and manage their accounts.
  • Datassential is the leading global food and beverage intelligence platform providing guidance on trends, competitive benchmarking, and sales intelligence.

The SOC Details Why Board Change is Needed to Fix Starbucks’ Broken Approach to Labor Issues, Rehabilitate its Reputation and Help Maximize Shareholder Value

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

We believe the current Board has tolerated an unacceptable level of reputational risk, a counterproductive approach to labor issues and a flawed allocation of resources.

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  • We believe the current Board has tolerated an unacceptable level of reputational risk, a counterproductive approach to labor issues and a flawed allocation of resources.
  • You can support this change and be part of ensuring Starbucks returns to the right path for the future.
  • We urge you to use the enclosed BLUE proxy card to vote “FOR” each of the SOC Nominees today.
  • If elected, we expect the SOC Nominees to work constructively and effectively to recalibrate the Company’s approach to its labor issues, rehabilitate its reputation and maximize shareholder value.

AEP Receives Top Customer Service Awards from EEI and Key Business Customers

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Monday, January 29, 2024

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) received three Outstanding Customer Engagement awards today from the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and national key accounts customers.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) received three Outstanding Customer Engagement awards today from the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) and national key accounts customers.
  • This is the eighth time that AEP has received EEI's top award for providing multi-site customers with superior service.
  • EEI recognized AEP with a National Key Accounts Award for Outstanding Customer Engagement.
  • Additionally, Darren Kelsey, AEP national account executive, was honored with an individual National Key Accounts Award for Outstanding Customer Engagement.

NeoCurrency Expands Its Global Digital Reward Solutions to New Markets in Asia Pacific, Australia, Mexico, and the Middle East

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

NeoCurrency offers 19 digital reward brands in Bahrain, including Shukran gift card .

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  • NeoCurrency offers 19 digital reward brands in Bahrain, including Shukran gift card .
  • Within the APAC region, NeoCurrency has added a host of popular brands.
  • NeoCurrency is also expanding their list of brand rewards in Mexico to 26, including Amazon , Apple , Google Play , Netflix and Starbucks .
  • “Launching our new Asia Pacific, Middle East and Mexico digital reward content greatly expands the ability for our clients to utilize our global reward API solution to service their international programs with a single, simple integration,” said Eric Thiegs , Head of Strategy & Growth.

Runa Study Reveals Growth of Digital B2B Gift Card Distribution Channels, with Branded Payments Gaining Favor as a Payment Method

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

LONDON, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Runa, the global digital value infrastructure for instant B2C payouts, today published its latest study, The 2024 State of Merchant Branded Payments. The study offers new insights into consumer expectations, preferences, and behaviors surrounding digital gift cards and merchant payments.

Key Points: 
  • The study offers new insights into consumer expectations, preferences, and behaviors surrounding digital gift cards and merchant payments.
  • The impact of the rewards and payment programs of leading brands such as Starbucks rewards, Walmart Pay, Uber Cash, and others demonstrates how branded payments bolster customer engagement and revenue growth.
  • "The study proves the enormous impact of branded payments, particularly digital gift cards, not only in fostering brand loyalty but also in driving revenue growth for businesses," said Aron Alexander, CEO and Founder of Runa.
  • "With global spending on digital gift cards projected to reach $1.7 trillion by 2026, it is imperative for retailers to integrate them into a robust branded payment strategy.

Gable Launches New Website Packed with Expert Insider Knowledge

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

BALTIMORE, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gable, a visual communications and signage trailblazer, has connected people, places, and high-profile brands for over four decades. It employs over 160 multidisciplinary team members, including designers, engineers, creators, technicians, fabricators, and service specialists. These internal subject matter experts (SMEs) participated in extensive interviews and shared their first-hand experience and insight to craft a new website that helps property owners, managers, and developers gain a competitive edge.

Key Points: 
  • BALTIMORE, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gable , a visual communications and signage trailblazer, has connected people, places, and high-profile brands for over four decades.
  • "Education and access to relevant information audiences can trust were our primary goals with the new site," said Paul Gable, CEO and President.
  • "There's a huge misconception in the belief that signage is just about aesthetics without considering its strategic importance.
  • Gable invites readers and career seekers to visit www.gablecompany.com to provide feedback or apply.