The Wine Society

HANNA ANDERSSON APPOINTS LISA PERLMUTTER AS CHIEF CUSTOMER OFFICER

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanna Andersson announced today that it is appointing Lisa Perlmutter as Chief Customer Officer, a new role for the growing children's sleep and apparel company, effective December 13, 2023. In this role, Perlmutter will champion the customer across all touchpoints, driving strategic expansion and digital growth. Perlmutter brings broad experience across DTC and omnichannel retail industries, holding roles across marketing, ecommerce, and digital product management. She most recently served as the SVP Marketing and Ecommerce at Brilliant Earth, where she helped grow company revenue nearly 3x in four years. 

Key Points: 
  • Perlmutter brings broad experience across DTC and omnichannel retail industries, holding roles across marketing, ecommerce, and digital product management.
  • "A true brand champion, Lisa has shown her ability to drive results by putting the customer first," said Aimée Lapic, CEO of Hanna Andersson.
  • Before joining Brilliant Earth, Perlmutter was the Chief Marketing Officer at Wine Society, where she oversaw all marketing and ecommerce efforts.
  • Perlmutter will sit on Hanna Andersson's senior leadership team and will report directly to the company's Chief Executive Officer, Aimée Lapic.

Landmark Community Grants Program Directs Over $90,000 to Local Nonprofits and Schools

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022

KENWOOD, Calif., May 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Landmark Vineyards today announced its most recent class of Community Grants recipients includes nine nonprofit organizations, plus additional schools in California's Russian River Valley and Sonoma Valley. Landmark, part of The Wonderful Company family of brands owned by Stewart and Lynda Resnick, will award a total of $90,960 in grants, of which $30,000 has been directed towards K–12 schools in the community. Since its launch in 2014, Landmark Community Grants have funded over 156 projects and supported over 118 teachers and 39 schools, totaling nearly $650,000.

Key Points: 
  • Landmark, part of The Wonderful Company family of brands owned by Stewart and Lynda Resnick, will award a total of $90,960 in grants, of which $30,000 has been directed towards K12 schools in the community.
  • Since its launch in 2014, Landmark Community Grants have funded over 156 projects and supported over 118 teachers and 39 schools, totaling nearly $650,000.
  • "The Community Grants program was created to support grassroots, community-led nonprofit organizations and schools to help drive meaningful change.
  • From job skills training and preventative dental care to mental wellness and therapy services, the Community Grants program is open to all focus areas.

David's Bridal Says "I Do" to Fresh Flowers Through New Partnership with The Bouqs Co, Online Floral Brand

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- David's Bridal , the nation's leading bridal and special occasion authority, and modern sustainably-sourced fresh floral brand, The Bouqs Company Weddings , announced today they have entered into an exclusive partnership to reimagine the wedding floral experience.

Key Points: 
  • CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- David's Bridal , the nation's leading bridal and special occasion authority, and modern sustainably-sourced fresh floral brand, The Bouqs Company Weddings , announced today they have entered into an exclusive partnership to reimagine the wedding floral experience.
  • The Bouqs Company Weddings' business model focuses on partnering with sustainable farms who focus on minimizing waste, recycling water and cutting out the middleman for direct-to-consumer flowers.
  • "Our partnership with The Bouqs Company Weddings is something very special, said Maggie Lord, Vice President of Partnerships for David's Bridal.
  • The Bouqs Company is a leading DTC floral retailer delivering fresh flowers from eco-friendly, sustainable farms to doorsteps nationwide.

Vintage Wine Estates joins industry and key stakeholders as founding member of the Sustainable Wine Rountable

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Friday, September 17, 2021

The newly formed Sustainable Wine Roundtable (SWR) is a unique coalition of leading wine brands, small producers, distributors, retailers, environmental organizations, and others all joined in their determination to make the wine sector a sustainability leader.

Key Points: 
  • The newly formed Sustainable Wine Roundtable (SWR) is a unique coalition of leading wine brands, small producers, distributors, retailers, environmental organizations, and others all joined in their determination to make the wine sector a sustainability leader.
  • "At the SWR, our industry is coming together to define what constitutes truly sustainable wine production, covering the whole chain from the vineyard to the consumer.
  • Michelle Wine Estates, Sustainable Agriculture Network, Sustainable Winegrowing Australia, Sustainable Winegrowing British Columbia, Systembolaget, The Co-op UK, The Fairtrade Foundation, The Porto Protocol, The Wine Society, Treasury Wine Estates, Vingruppen, Vintage Wine Estates, Waitrose & Partners, Whole Foods Market, Wines of South Africa, WWF South Africa.
  • The SWR is hosted by Sustainable Wine Ltd, a mission-driven non-profit company set up to help make sustainability mainstream in the wine sector.

Sustainable Wine Roundtable Created to Fight Climate Change Founding Members Announced

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

"A global problem, a global solution. It's common sense. As a trained economist, I firmly believe climate change must be combated with practical, implementable, and measurable global sustainability standards. With some of the best minds and leaders in the wine industry working together via the Sustainable Wine Roundtable, we can win the battle." -- Co-owner Domaine Bousquet, Anne Bousquet

Key Points: 
  • Social pressures around workers' rights and diversity, the wine industry, like many others, has significant issues that need addressing.
  • "We invite everyone in the wine community to join us," Bampfield added, noting that the SRW will be open to general membership in 2022.
  • As a trained economist, I firmly believe climate change must be combated with practical, implementable, and measurable global sustainability standards.
  • With some of the best minds and leaders in the wine industry working together via the Sustainable Wine Roundtable, we can win the battle."

David's Bridal Announces the Expansion of Their Retail Footprint Now with 300+ Locations Globally

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Thursday, August 19, 2021

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Aug. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- David's Bridal , the nation's leading bridal and special occasion authorityannounced today the opening of their newest retail location in Naperville, Illinois.

Key Points: 
  • CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Aug. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- David's Bridal , the nation's leading bridal and special occasion authorityannounced today the opening of their newest retail location in Naperville, Illinois.
  • The Naperville store, located in the Naper West Plaza, will carry over 1,000 dresses in sizes 0-30W for all occasions.
  • "This includes having a vast and accessible retail footprint for her to browse and find 'the one.'
  • To learn more about David's Bridal, visit www.DavidsBridal.com , and connect on social media through Instagram , YouTube , Pinterest , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok , and LinkedIn .