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Mars Celebrates The Holidays With M&M'S®, Offering Sweet Personalized Gifts For Everyone On Your List

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

NEWARK, N.J., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars, unveiled its 2022 Holiday Gift Guide. Available exclusively on MMS.com, the annual gift guide features an array of personalized gifting options that are festive, fun and full of flavor. Gift givers can easily and thoughtfully customize M&M'S holiday offerings by choosing from over 20 unique M&M'S lentil colors, and including fun, festive messages, various images or even a custom photo on the chocolate candies.

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  • Available exclusively on MMS.com, the annual gift guide features an array of personalized gifting options that are festive, fun and full of flavor.
  • "Mars always inspires moments of everyday happiness, and what better way to spread holiday cheer than with personalized gifts from M&M'S to show someone you care," said Jarid Lukin, Global Sr. Director, M&M'S Digital.
  • "Whether you're celebrating family, friends or co-workers this holiday season, our Holiday Gift Guide on MMS.com has a colorful gift for everyone on your list."
  • Merry Christmas Gift Box: Requiring no wrapping, this gift is ready-to-go and gives recipients a sweet look into what's inside!

Mars Launches its Largest Animal Shelter Volunteer Program Ever to Address Urgent Shelter Crisis Across North America

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Mars Petcare – proudly part of the Mars family of brands - announced it is putting its strength and scale as the world's largest pet care company behind the launch of its largest shelter volunteer program ever. Supporting Mars Petcare's ambition to end pet homelessness, the program– Service Humans Needed – enlists the help of more than 60,000 Mars Associates and pet advocates across the U.S. and Canada to reciprocate the support our pets show us by volunteering acts of service to help shelters and pets in need.

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  • We are thrilled that by uniting Associates across Mars in a timely volunteer program, we can offer relief when it's needed most."
  • With a growing shelter crisis, that means uniting all our Associates across our Mars businesses to step in and support shelters and pets in need," said Jam Stewart, Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Mars Petcare.
  • Throughout the year, Mars Petcare and its brands support shelters and pets in need through in-kind and financial donations.
  • Each year, Mars Pet Nutrition brands, including PEDIGREE, and ROYAL CANIN, donate millions of meals to shelter pets in need.

IAMS™ DOG FOOD TEAMS UP WITH WHISTLE™ SMART DEVICES TO EMPOWER PET PARENTS TO BE AN EXPERT OF THEIR DOG'S HEALTH

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pet parents will go to great lengths to keep their furry friends healthy. Thanks to the newly announced partnership between IAMS™ dog food and Whistle™ smart devices, pet parents are empowered to be an expert of their dog's health, helping keep their dogs at their best with a whole new way to care for our canine friends.

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  • Thanks to the newly announced partnership between IAMS dog food and Whistle smart devices, pet parents are empowered to be an expert of their dog's health, helping keep their dogs at their best with a whole new way to care for our canine friends.
  • By using the leading pet tech healthcare capabilities of Whistle smart devices, pet parents can identify the nutritional needs of their dog through data-driven insights based on their behavior and choose a tailored IAMS dog food to help keep their dog healthy.
  • "Whistle Health is the first product of its kind to help pet parents understand their dog's behaviors and needs based on data," said Kate Balingit, General Manager of Whistle.
  • When you choose IAMS dog or cat food, you're choosing high-quality food that will help you see visible differences in your furry friend.

ShopOne Acquires Lake Ridge Commons in Woodbridge, VA as Part of Joint Venture Targeting Grocery-Anchored Retail Assets

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Monday, October 3, 2022

The property is situated at a signalized intersection along Old Bridge Road, the submarkets primary east-west thoroughfare, which sees daily traffic of over 39,000 vehicles.

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  • The property is situated at a signalized intersection along Old Bridge Road, the submarkets primary east-west thoroughfare, which sees daily traffic of over 39,000 vehicles.
  • A population of more than 217,000 people, with an average household income of over $132,000, lives within five-miles of the center.
  • Virginia is the second east coast state the joint venture has entered in September.
  • With a strong acquisitions pipeline, the joint venture is actively working to expand across its target markets.

Mars And Lil Nas X Debut M&M'S® Pack Collaboration

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars, announced the next phase of its partnership with music megastar and cultural trailblazer, Lil Nas X. Mars and Lil Nas X will unveil limited-edition M&M'S Packs inspired by their shared mission to bring people together through colorful fun and music.

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  • We are thrilled to partner with Lil Nas X to support the power of the arts and create a positive societal impact in our society."
  • "Growing up I would have never thought my face would be on M&M'S but here we are, and it's amazing," said Lil Nas X.
  • The Lil Nas X and M&M'S pack collaboration will specifically benefit the country's largest annual public arts project, the Sing For Hope Pianos, which arranges artist-designed pianos in public spaces to encourage connections through impromptu music-making.
  • The M&M'S x Lil Nas X inspired Sing for Hope Piano will make an appearance at Radio City Music Hall on September 21 as part of the singer's Long Live Montero Tour.

2022 Pet Independent Innovation Awards Announces Winners Who Represent The Best of The Best In The Burgeoning Pet Care Industry

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

The mission of the annual Pet Innovation Awards Program is to honor innovation and recognize the excellence, hard work and success in a range of Pet Care industry categories, including Apparel, Grooming & Cleaning, Food & Treats, Health, Housing, Toys, Training, Retailers & Services and more.

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  • The mission of the annual Pet Innovation Awards Program is to honor innovation and recognize the excellence, hard work and success in a range of Pet Care industry categories, including Apparel, Grooming & Cleaning, Food & Treats, Health, Housing, Toys, Training, Retailers & Services and more.
  • The 2022 Pet Innovation Awards attracted more than 2,000 nominations from around the world.
  • Our 2022 winners are revolutionizing and advancing the Pet industry through goods, services, and technology.
  • The Pet Innovation Awards providespublic recognition for achievements of pet care industry companies and products including Apparel, Grooming & Cleaning, Food & Treats, Health, Retailers & Services and more.

2022 Pet Independent Innovation Awards Announces Winners Who Represent The Best of The Best In The Burgeoning Pet Care Industry

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Thursday, September 15, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2022 Pet Independent Innovation Awards, an independent recognition platform highlighting the most innovative companies, services, and products in the highly competitive Pet care industry, today announced the results of its fourth annual Awards Program, showcasing technologies and companies that drive innovation and exemplify the best in Pet Care.

Key Points: 
  • The mission of the annual Pet Innovation Awards Program is to honor innovation and recognize the excellence, hard work and success in a range of Pet Care industry categories, including Apparel, Grooming & Cleaning, Food & Treats, Health, Housing, Toys, Training, Retailers & Services and more.
  • The 2022 Pet Innovation Awards attracted more than 2,000 nominations from around the world.
  • Our 2022 winners are revolutionizing and advancing the Pet industry through goods, services, and technology.
  • The Pet Innovation Awards provides public recognition for achievements of pet care industry companies and products including Apparel, Grooming & Cleaning, Food & Treats, Health, Retailers & Services and more.

THE CESAR® BRAND CREATES A GAME DAY SPREAD FOR DOGS, INSPIRED BY FAN-FAVORITE FLAVORS

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Game days are all about bonding with friends over football and food – and, alongside your furry best friend. This fall, the CESAR® brand has cooked up the ultimate way for pet parents and their dogs to enjoy game day fun and flavors together, by creating a pup-perfect menu inspired by fan-favorite foods.

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  • This fall, the CESAR brand has cooked up the ultimate way for pet parents and their dogs to enjoy game day fun and flavors together, by creating a pup-perfect menu inspired by fan-favorite foods.
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    To unveil these new go-to game day recipes for your bestie, the CESAR brand teamed up with Food Network host, chef and author, Jeff Mauro, and his pups Pinot G and JoJo, to help fans prep for a joyful game day side-by-side.
  • "I love Chicago-style Italian Beef on game day, and the CESAR brand has inspired me to treat Pinot G and JoJo to flavor combinations that match football food favorites, giving them the touchdown experience they deserve, and the high-quality ingredients and flavors they crave."
  • *Disclaimer: This is the CESAR brand's fun way to get our furry friends involved in game day.

InStride Strengthens Healthcare Leadership With Two Industry Veterans

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Monday, August 22, 2022

Laret and Schlichting join George Barrett, former Chair and CEO of Cardinal Health, as healthcare leaders on the InStride Advisory Board.

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  • Laret and Schlichting join George Barrett, former Chair and CEO of Cardinal Health, as healthcare leaders on the InStride Advisory Board.
  • The addition of two healthcare leaders to the InStride Advisory Board will bolster InStrides position as the top choice in strategic workforce education among healthcare systems.
  • Already, InStride serves the most healthcare learners of any workforce education provider, delivering programs to 445,000 healthcare professionals more than three times as many as the next leading competitor.
  • In 2015 she chaired President Obamas Commission on Care to improve how the Veterans Health Administration delivered care to veterans.

BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital Announces New Appointments to its Senior Leadership Team

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Monday, August 15, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 15, 2022   /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital has announced the appointments of six new members to its Senior Leadership Team, including Dr. Nicholas Nelson, who now serves as BluePearl's President. This announcement comes after Darryl Shaw, founder and Chief Executive Officer of BluePearl, announced his retirement in March, leaving behind a legacy of growth and innovation within the veterinary field.

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  • BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital has announced the appointments of six new members to its Senior Leadership Team, including Dr. Nicholas Nelson, who now serves as BluePearl's President.
  • TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital has announced the appointments of six new members to its Senior Leadership Team, including Dr. Nicholas Nelson, who now serves as BluePearl's President.
  • Today, BluePearl consists of over 105 specialty and emergency pet hospitals, with more than 8,000 Associates.
  • Laura Fourniotis, BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital, 813.327.6937, [email protected]
    Steve Irelanc, BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital, 813.560.0029, [email protected]