Lifeway Foods

NexPoint Funds Trustee Dorri McWhorter Recognized on List of Top Women in Mutual Fund Governance Space

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

DALLAS, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NexPoint, a multibillion-dollar alternative investment firm , today announced that NexPoint Funds Trustee Dorri McWhorter has been recognized by Fund Board Views as one of the top 10 women making a difference in the boardroom and beyond in mutual fund governance.

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  • DALLAS, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NexPoint, a multibillion-dollar alternative investment firm , today announced that NexPoint Funds Trustee Dorri McWhorter has been recognized by Fund Board Views as one of the top 10 women making a difference in the boardroom and beyond in mutual fund governance.
  • McWhorter joined the NexPoint Funds Board of Trustees in May 2022.
  • Known for being a socially-conscious business leader, McWhorter brings invaluable leadership and experience to the NexPoint Funds board.
  • "I am honored to have been recognized by Fund Board Views and featured alongside so many outstanding female board members," said McWhorter.

Lifeway Foods® to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results on March 20, 2024

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

MORTON GROVE, Ill., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023 on March 20, 2024 before market hours.

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  • MORTON GROVE, Ill., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023 on March 20, 2024 before market hours.
  • A pre-recorded conference call and webcast with Julie Smolyanksy, Lifeway's President and Chief Executive Officer, discussing these results with additional comments and details will be made available through the "Investor Relations" section of the Company's website at https://lifewaykefir.com/webinars-reports/ upon dissemination of the fourth quarter and full year results on March 20, 2024 before market hours.

Lifeway Foods® to Showcase New Products and Host Activations at Natural Products Expo West 2024

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Monday, March 11, 2024

The brunch will include a panel with Teigen and Lifeway CEO Julie Smolyansky and showcase how Lifeway Kefir and Farmer Cheese can be paired with Cravings at-home baking mixes to create culinary masterpieces.

Key Points: 
  • The brunch will include a panel with Teigen and Lifeway CEO Julie Smolyansky and showcase how Lifeway Kefir and Farmer Cheese can be paired with Cravings at-home baking mixes to create culinary masterpieces.
  • Lifeway fans in Los Angeles should also be on the lookout for a new Grassfed Kefir billboard coming to the Sunset Strip.
  • "While some food trends come and go, consumer interest in nutritious, high-quality foods remains paramount," said Julie Smolyansky, CEO of Lifeway Foods.
  • I'm excited for another year at Natural Products Expo West to connect with food enthusiasts and retailers and share our microbiome-supporting probiotic products with attendees throughout the show."

Lifeway Foods® to Report Third Quarter 2023 Results on November 13, 2023

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Monday, November 6, 2023

MORTON GROVE, Ill., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 on November 13, 2023 before market hours.

Key Points: 
  • MORTON GROVE, Ill., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023 on November 13, 2023 before market hours.
  • A pre-recorded conference call and webcast with Julie Smolyanksy, Lifeway's President and Chief Executive Officer, discussing these results with additional comments and details will be made available through the "Investor Relations" section of the Company's website at https://lifewaykefir.com/webinars-reports/ upon dissemination of the third quarter results on November 13, 2023 before market hours.

Lifeway Foods Expands Capacity and Operating Efficiencies on Farmer Cheese Manufacturing to Meet Growing Demand for Viral Recipes Using Blended Cottage Cheese

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

MORTON GROVE, Ill., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced plans to increase cheese production, along with investments in technology that will cut production time by more than half. The Company will be implementing new automation and efficiency plans to ensure the brand is equipped for future demand and potential distribution opportunities as the brand embarks upon a series of marketing and advertising initiatives to introduce Lifeway Farmer Cheese to new audiences.

Key Points: 
  • Lifeway Farmer Cheese has a flavor similar to cottage cheese, spreads like cream cheese, and has the added benefits of protein and probiotics.
  • With its mild, smooth flavor, Lifeway Farmer Cheese adds richness to all of your favorite dishes.
  • Lifeway Farmer Cheese is a premium, reduced fat, low-calorie cultured soft cheese made with Lifeway Foods' small batch, artisanal recipe.
  • Like the brand's well-known kefir, Lifeway Farmer Cheese has seen increased interest from consumers and major retailers in recent years.

Lifeway Foods® to Report Second Quarter 2023 Results on August 14, 2023

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

MORTON GROVE, Ill., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023 on August 14, 2023 before market hours.

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  • MORTON GROVE, Ill., Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023 on August 14, 2023 before market hours.
  • A pre-recorded conference call and webcast with Julie Smolyanksy, Lifeway's President and Chief Executive Officer, discussing these results with additional comments and details will be made available through the "Investor Relations" section of the Company's website at https://lifewaykefir.com/webinars-reports/ upon dissemination of the second quarter results on August 14, 2023 before market hours.

Lifeway Foods® Announces Annual Meeting Results and Provides Update to Shareholders

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Friday, June 16, 2023

MORTON GROVE, Ill., June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors (the "Board") of Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or the "Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced the results of its 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Annual Meeting") and provided other updates to shareholders.

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  • At the Annual Meeting held on June 15, 2023, shareholders supported Proposal 1, electing the Company's eight nominees to the Board.
  • Notably, a leading independent shareholder advisory firm, Institutional Shareholder Services Inc., recommended that shareholders vote for the Company's eight director nominees.
  • In connection with this engagement, the independent members of the Board stated:
    "We are always open to considering all available avenues to maximize shareholder value.
  • Chief Executive Officer Julie Smolyansky and the entire leadership team are successfully executing our Lifeway 2.0 strategy to optimize growth, productivity and profitability.

Lifeway Foods® Announces Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2023

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Monday, May 15, 2023

MORTON GROVE, Ill., May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023.

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  • We made marketing investments in both retail and branding initiatives in the first quarter that showed positive results and we will continue to build upon those successes in 2023.
  • Net sales were $37.9 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, an increase of $3.8 million or 11.2% from the same period of 2022.
  • Gross profit as a percentage of net sales was 21.7% for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, compared to 16.4% in the same period of 2022.
  • Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales were 17.5% for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023, compared to 19.1% in the same period of 2022.

Lifeway Foods, Inc. to Report First Quarter 2023 Results on May 15, 2023

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

MORTON GROVE, Ill., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023 on May 15, 2023 before market hours.

Key Points: 
  • MORTON GROVE, Ill., May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) ("Lifeway" or "the Company"), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, today announced it will report financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023 on May 15, 2023 before market hours.
  • A pre-recorded conference call and webcast with Julie Smolyanksy, Lifeway's President and Chief Executive Officer, discussing these results with additional comments and details will be made available through the "Investor Relations" section of the Company's website at https://lifewaykefir.com/webinars-reports/ upon dissemination of the first quarter results on May 15, 2023 before market hours.

ICR Hosts Lifeway Foods CEO Julie Smolyanksy on the Welcome to the Arena Podcast

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

ICR , a leading strategic communications and advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Julie Smolyansky, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, recently appeared on Episode 71 of ICR’s “Welcome to the Arena” podcast.

Key Points: 
  • ICR , a leading strategic communications and advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Julie Smolyansky, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY), a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, recently appeared on Episode 71 of ICR’s “Welcome to the Arena” podcast.
  • Welcome to the Arena is hosted by Tom Ryan, Co-Founder & CEO of ICR.
  • Tom spoke with Julie about the history of Lifeway Foods, taking over her family's business as CEO, current products, new projects, and more.
  • The Welcome to the Arena podcast has featured discussions with CEOs, CFOs, financial analysts, members of the media, investment bankers, private equity executives and others who influence and create value for public and private-equity backed companies.