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SOCMA Releases Annual State of Industry Report

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Monday, July 25, 2022

ARLINGTON, Va., July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) today released its third annual 2022 Specialty Chemicals Industry Census+ findings that demonstrate a positive outlook and business confidence in the sector despite inflation and other post-pandemic impacts.

Key Points: 
  • "Specialty chemical manufacturers anticipate continued revenue growth over last year with a strategic focus on expanding projects with existing customers," said Paul Hirsh, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations.
  • SOCMA will present a first-hand look of survey findings during an Executive Roundtable, July 26, at 1:00pm .
  • The annual report supports SOCMA's mission of delivering actionable industry intelligence to underpin and validate business growth decisions for companies across the value chain.
  • To receive an Executive Summary of the 2022 Industry Census+, reach out to Samantha Hill, at [email protected] .

OXO Announces New Nonprofit Partners As Part Of Its Ongoing 1% for the Planet® Commitment

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- OXO, an award-winning consumer brand from the Housewares segment of Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ: HELE), today announced new nonprofit partners as part of its ongoing commitment to 1% for the Planet. 1% for the Planet is a global community of brands giving back to environmental nonprofits driving positive impact. OXO is proud to expand its nonprofit partnerships with eight new grantees, and to be recognized as the network's leading housewares brand and the largest corporate donor of 1% for the Planet.

Key Points: 
  • OXO's next 1% for the Planet nonprofit partners are:
    City Blossoms, based in Washington, D.C., is a nonprofit that cultivates the well-being of local communities through creative programming in kid-driven gardens.
  • In its first year, OXO partnered with five nonprofit partners, selected for their vision for a better future for the planet and the urgent issues they work to address.
  • For more information on OXO's 1% for the Planet work and its nonprofit partners, please visit www.oxo.com/1-percent .
  • OXO is a proud member of 1% for the Planet, committing 1% of annual sales to support environmental nonprofits.