McKeon makes foray into oral care with LunaGuard
McKeon Products Inc., a leading supplier in ear care and hearing protection, has made its entry into the oral care arena with an innovative nighttime mouth guard called the LunaGuard.
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New mission for retired military dogs
Five retired military dogs that spent years working in war zones are putting their noses to new uses by helping police in the U.S. combat methamphetamine and other drugs, thanks in part to financial support from Westport Pharmaceuticals.
Dr. Reddy’s launches new logo and identity
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has launched a new logo and new brand initiative under the theme Good Health Can’t Wait. The new logo is described as an expression of empathy and dynamism, which helps keep patients at the center of everything that Dr. Reddy’s does.
Catalina makes circular more relevant to shoppers
Catalina is enabling retailers to target individual consumers with My Favorite Deals, an omnichannel listing of the most relevant upcoming deals for a particular shopper. Announced this week, the list of five deals can be printed out in stores or viewed digitally, including via mobile and email.
ECRM Data names Zannelli senior vice president of sales
SOLON, Ohio – Efficient Collaborative Retail Marketing has tapped retail and consumer packaged goods data sales and business development veteran Jennifer Zannelli to serve as senior vice president of sales for ECRM Data.
FUZE signs Mr. T as brand spokesman
FUZE has enlisted actor Mr. T to be the new face of the brand as it kicks off a summer campaign to introduce people to its line of flavored iced teas. The Coca-Cola Co. beverage brand said the cornerstone of the campaign is a 30-second spot, titled “Butterflyz,” starring Mr. T. The ad,
DripDrop hits shelves at Rite Aid stores
Rehydration solution DripDrop has landed retail distribution at Rite Aid drug stores nationwide. The company said Tuesday that DripDrop natural berry-flavored powdered packets can be found in the baby care aisle at Rite Aid. Each box contains eight 8-ounce servings that are mixed with water.
No CEO change at Coty
A new chief executive officer will not be taking the reins at Coty Inc. next month. Coty said Tuesday that Bart Becht will remain as interim CEO of the company and continue in his role as chairman. With the move, Elio Leoni Sceti, slated to join the Coty as CEO on July
Teva ships Focalin XR generic
NORTH WALES, Pa. – Teva Pharmaceuticals has released dexmethylphenidate hydrochloride extended-release capsules (CII), a medication for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), in a 20-mg strength.
Hamacher’s Wendland to present at ideaShare
Dave Wendland, vice president and member of the owners group at Hamacher Resource Group Inc., is slated to present a continuing education session, “Seven Deadly Sins of Community Pharmacy,” this week at the McKesson ideaShare 2015 conference in San Diego.
General Mills cereals to remove artificial flavors, colors
Over the next couple of years, General Mills plans to remove artificial flavors and colors from artificial sources from the rest of its cereals.
Pfizer to acquire pair of meningitis vaccines from GSK
Pfizer Inc. plans to buy GlaxoSmithKline’s quadrivalent meningitis ACWY vaccines, Nimenrix and Mencevax, for about $130 million.
As Seen On TV rolls out Snackeez DUO
As Seen On TV has introduced the Snackeez DUO, a disposable version of its Snackeez combination beverage/snack cup, a 2015 Product of the Year winner. Ideavillage Products Corp. said Friday that Snackeez DUO comes in a pack of 10 12-ounce beverage cups, 10 six-ounce snack bowls and 10 straws.
McKesson appoints new CIO
Kathy McElligott is joining McKesson Corp. as executive vice president, chief information officer and chief technology officer. McKesson said Monday that McElligott, currently CIO at technology and engineering company Emerson, will start in the new post on July 20.
Nielsen Catalina Solutions sharpens audience segmentation
Nielsen Catalina Solutions (NCS) has introduced Choice Fragmentation, a new approach to audience segmentation that enables brands to identify the most relevant audiences for any marketing goal.
Hershey fine-tunes global team, unveils cost reduction plan
Hershey Co. has made changes to its global leadership team and announced a streamlining initiative aimed at improving productivity.