Kitchfix offers new packaging design
Kitchfix, an emerging brand in the grain-free space, is changing their look to better connect with consumers on the stress-reducing benefits of limiting sugars and removing grains from their diets.
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Suave teams with 5,000 women to launch new Suave Professionals for Natural Hair
Suave has created Suave Professionals for Natural Hair with the help of 5,000 women with diverse natural hair types, styles and lifestyles. The range provides women with natural hair quality products that allow them to experiment without breaking the bank.
DOJ seeks formal approval of CVS-Aetna merger
A federal judge has been formally asked by the Justice Department to approve CVS Health’s acquisition of Aetna Inc. District Court Judge Richard Leon had rebuked the government and the companies late last year for closing the $69 billion dollar deal prior to approval of a consent order.
K-Beauty brand Kaja announces first ever K-POP partnership in the U.S. with (G)I-DLE
Kaja, the latest color cosmetics disruptor to join Memebox’s established portfolio of brands, is positioning itself as an industry trailblazer by being the first-ever U.S. K-Beauty brand to partner with a leading K-POP group.
Sweet Reason’s natural CBD-infused sparkling water now available in NYC
Toronto and New York based beverage brand, Sweet Reason Beverage Co., has officially launched U.S. e-commerce on their website, in addition to a recent debut at all Dean & DeLuca locations in New York City.
Pharmacy champion McMorris Rodgers leads letter to HHS on DIR reform
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PCMA launches new advertising campaign
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) is launching a new print and digital ad campaign – “Protect the Savings” – to defend the savings that pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) negotiate from drugmakers, and warn against the Administration’s newly proposed regulation that would eliminate
Gallo bolsters luxury spirits portfolio with addition of Gruppo Montenegro
E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) announced Monday that it will become the exclusive U.S. importer for Gruppo Montenegro and its portfolio of iconic Italian spirits, including Amaro Montenegro, Select Aperitivo and Vecchia Romagna Brandy. “We are excited to become the U.S.
Kimberly Clark’s Tony Palmer leaving to become CEO at TropicSport
Kimberly Clark’s Tony Palmer, who has served as president of global brands and Innovation at the Fortune 150 leading company, has announced his departure effective April 2.
SDM drives slight gain in Loblaw’s Q4 sales
Shoppers Drug Mart propelled a slight uptick in parent Loblaw Cos.’ fourth quarter sales. SDM posted 1.9% same-store sales growth for the quarter ended December 29 compared to a year earlier, with pharmacy same-store sales growth of 0.6% and front store same-store sales growth of 2.8%.
GIANT Food gets thumbs up to buy Shop ‘n Save stores
GIANT Food Stores announced Monday that its planned acquisition of five Shop ‘n Save stores has been approved by the Federal Trade Commission. GIANT Food, a unit of Ahold Delhaize USA, agreed to buy the stores from United Natural Foods Inc.’s Supervalu subsidiary on November 6.
Hy-Vee acquires Weber & Judd Pharmacies
Hy-Vee announced Monday that it has acquired the business of all Weber & Judd pharmacies in Minnesota. Weber & Judd has served the Rochester, Minnesota, area since 1862. “Weber & Judd has been an exemplary provider of pharmacy care for more than 150 years. Combining Weber & Judd with our Hy-Vee
Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard launch Hello Bello exclusively at Walmart
Hello Bello, a new collection of expertly formulated, plant-derived baby necessities, was rolled out Monday exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide, on Walmart.com and HelloBello.com.
Barbie, National Geographic announce global licensing agreement
Mattel recently announced a worldwide licensing agreement between its Barbie brand and National Geographic to create a product line and content centered around exploration, science, conservation and research.
Better Than Coffee snack bars to be featured at the 91st Academy Awards
Naturally caffeinated energy bars company, Better Than Coffee announced Friday that its unique energy bars will be featured at the 91th Annual Academy Awards.
Rite Aid names Bulkley CEO of EnvisionRxOptions
Rite Aid Corp. announced that Ben Bulkley, an established executive with more than 20 years’ experience in health care and technology, has been named chief executive officer of EnvisionRxOptions, a pharmacy benefit management (PBM) company and wholly owned subsidiary of Rite Aid.