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Levi Strauss & Co. Reports First-Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE: LEVI) today announced financial results for the first quarter ended February 25, 2024.

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  • Levi Strauss & Co. (NYSE: LEVI) today announced financial results for the first quarter ended February 25, 2024.
  • “We started the year strong delivering results above expectations, underscoring the power of the Levi’s brand and the progress we are making on our strategic priorities.
  • This shift negatively impacted Q1 2024 over 2023 by approximately $100 million or 6% of net revenues.
  • Global wholesale net revenues were down 9% to prior year when normalizing for the shift in wholesale shipments in Q1 2023.

Sarasota Paradise Soccer Team Announces New Players and Dates for 2024 Season

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Sarasota Paradise , a USL League 2 team based in Sarasota, will officially kick off its 2024 season with its first training held on May 6, 2024, followed by its first game against Miami AC on May 19 in Miami, Florida.

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  • Sarasota Paradise , a USL League 2 team based in Sarasota, will officially kick off its 2024 season with its first training held on May 6, 2024, followed by its first game against Miami AC on May 19 in Miami, Florida.
  • “What makes this squad truly unique is that almost all of our players have some sort of personal connection to Sarasota,” said Marcus Walfridson, owner and founder of Sarasota Paradise.
  • For the 2024 season, Sarasota Paradise also welcomed three new coaches, including Mirko Dakovic as head coach; Glodi Konga as assistant coach, who also serves as the head men’s soccer coach at New College in Sarasota; and Mark Macphee as goalkeeper coach.
  • The season will run from May 19 through July 13, with home games played at Sarasota High School’s soccer fields.

Hims & Hers Appoints Christopher Payne, Seasoned Tech Industry Executive, as Newest Board Member

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (“Hims & Hers”, NYSE: HIMS), the leading health and wellness platform, today announced the appointment of Christopher Payne to the company’s Board of Directors.

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  • Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (“Hims & Hers”, NYSE: HIMS), the leading health and wellness platform, today announced the appointment of Christopher Payne to the company’s Board of Directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240403772620/en/
    Payne joins Hims & Hers board of directors to help the company further build on its leadership position within the personalized health and wellness space.
  • “He has a history of innovating across industries, building trusted brands globally, and evolving businesses to meet shifting customer needs.
  • Mr. Payne has also held leadership positions at Microsoft and Amazon, and currently serves on the board of directors of Gogo.

Wearing Glasses Boosts Income by a Third in Low-Income Communities, Finds Landmark New Study

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

A pair of reading glasses increases the earnings of people in low- income communities by 33% according to new research.

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  • A pair of reading glasses increases the earnings of people in low- income communities by 33% according to new research.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    A new randomised controlled trial, published today, finds that the provision of reading glasses improves livelihoods and quality of life and reduces poverty.
  • “The THRIVE study reveals that the simple intervention of reading glasses yields outsized impact in terms of income.
  • Without reading glasses more than 8261 million people have difficulty performing routine tasks and maximising their income earning potential.

Vision & Voice, an Inclusive Community for Female Cybersecurity Leaders, Announces its Advisory Board

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Today, Vision & Voice , a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of female leaders in cybersecurity, unveiled its official Advisory Board, a prominent committee of seasoned female professionals.

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  • Today, Vision & Voice , a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of female leaders in cybersecurity, unveiled its official Advisory Board, a prominent committee of seasoned female professionals.
  • The Vision & Voice Advisory Board will help the community’s 600+ members build, fortify and grow each successive generation of female talent entering and ascending in the workforce.
  • Together with the newest members of our advisory board, Vision & Voice remains committed to creating more leadership and growth opportunities for women in cybersecurity professions.”
    The fourteen members of the Vision & Voice Advisory Board represent more than 260 years of business, cybersecurity, and technology industry experience.
  • Our Advisory Board’s mission is to level the playing field for women who want to lead in the cybersecurity industry.

Yes, Chef! KRAFT Unveils New Line of Restaurant-Worthy Creamy Sauces

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Today, the iconic KRAFT brand adds five delicious aiolis and sauces to its diverse product portfolio with the new Creamy Sauces line.

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  • Today, the iconic KRAFT brand adds five delicious aiolis and sauces to its diverse product portfolio with the new Creamy Sauces line.
  • Creamy Sauces marks the first innovation line to launch under the new KRAFT Sauces rebrand, which consolidates all sauces, spreads, and salad dressings under one family for the first time.
  • Alongside the new product line, KRAFT Sauces launches its first logo change in ten years, boldly redesigned packaging, and a first-ever unified brand platform.
  • Across all elements of the brand’s refresh, KRAFT Sauces is here to playfully convey that fancy doesn’t always mean better.

Nu Skin Enterprises to Announce First Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) today announced it will release first quarter 2024 results after the market closes on Wednesday, May 8.

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  • Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE: NUS) today announced it will release first quarter 2024 results after the market closes on Wednesday, May 8.
  • The Nu Skin management team will host a conference call with the investment community later that same day at 5 p.m.
  • During the call, management will discuss recent results and upcoming business initiatives.
  • The webcast of the conference call, including the financial information presented, will be available on the investor relations page of the company’s website at ir.nuskin.com .

78% of caregivers working full time expect their employers to provide benefits supporting them as caregivers, survey finds

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

The survey examined the whole-person wellness challenges of caregiving and what benefits from employers would be most helpful.

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  • The survey examined the whole-person wellness challenges of caregiving and what benefits from employers would be most helpful.
  • I eat standing up and doing other things in between bites.” – survey respondent
    45% of caregivers said their caregiving responsibilities impact their physical wellness.
  • 78% of caregivers expect their employers to provide benefits and resources to support them as caregivers, and 73% of caregivers look to their employers to find support for their roles as caregivers.
  • 82% of caregivers said their employers offer flexible working locations, and 76% of them said they have used flexible working locations for caregiving duties.

Mary Kay Inc. Spearheads Ocean Conservation Efforts at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in women’s empowerment and staunch advocate for sustainability, is once again at the forefront of global ocean conservation efforts.

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  • Mary Kay Inc. , a global leader in women’s empowerment and staunch advocate for sustainability, is once again at the forefront of global ocean conservation efforts.
  • The beauty brand was proud to participate at the 11th Annual World Ocean Summit & Expo, held in Lisbon, Portugal, from March 11-13.
  • (Photo: Mary Kay Inc.)
    The Annual World Ocean Summit & Expo, organized by Economist Impact , convened over 200 expert speakers and a diverse international audience to engage in meaningful discussions, workshops, and "How to" sessions.
  • "Mary Kay's participation at this year's World Ocean Summit was not only about reinforcing our dedication to ocean conservation, but also about spotlighting the essential role of women in these efforts,” said Silva.

o9 Named as a 2024 Best Place for Working Parents Among Dallas-Based Companies That Embrace Family Friendly Workplace Policies

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

o9 , a leading enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, today announced it has earned a 2024 Best Place for Working Parents!® Dallas designation from The Best Place for Working Parents, a collaborative network of companies across the U.S. that are committed to providing support to working parents through family friendly policies and benefits.

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  • o9 , a leading enterprise AI software platform provider for transforming planning and decision-making, today announced it has earned a 2024 Best Place for Working Parents!® Dallas designation from The Best Place for Working Parents, a collaborative network of companies across the U.S. that are committed to providing support to working parents through family friendly policies and benefits.
  • Additionally, o9 provides U.S.-based employees with child care assistance benefits in the form of Flexible Spending Accounts, vouchers and more, as well as breastfeeding benefits.
  • The Best Place for Working Parents!® Dallas distinction is a continuation of o9’s commitment to creating an environment that supports working parents and caregivers across its global workforce.
  • “o9 is very proud to be included as one of The Best Place for Working Parents!® Dallas,” says Maiya Winston, o9’s Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leader.