Energizer expands portable power roster, unveils home lighting
Energizer Holdings Inc. has expanded its lineup of products aimed at keeping consumers’ portable devices powered up and has added a home lighting line to its portfolio.
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Beiersdorf sets CEO succession plan
Next spring, Beiersdorf AG will have a new chief executive officer at the helm. The supervisory board of the skin care and cosmetics manufacturer has named Stefan Heidenreich as the company’s next chief executive officer. Plans call for Heidenreich to take the reins as CEO on April 26, 2012.
Johnson & Johnson realigns customer organization
Johnson & Johnson has made changes to its customer development organization in an effort to simplify it, streamline processes, speed execution and enable faster decision-making.
Catalina Marketing names Egasti as new CEO
Jamie Egasti, former chief executive officer of The Folgers Coffee Co. and president of Procter & Gamble Co.’s global snacks and coffee unit, has joined Catalina Marketing Corp. as CEO.
Merck chairman Clark to retire
Richard Clark, chairman and former chief executive officer of Merck, plans to retire from the company and its board later this year. The pharmaceutical giant said Thursday that Clark, who has been with Merck nearly four decades, is slated to retire effective Dec. 1.
Hershey, Ferrero unveil warehousing, distribution pact
Hershey Co. and the Ferrero Group in North America have entered a joint warehousing, transportation and distribution arrangement.
Teva offers assistance with inhaler phase-out
Teva Respiratory is providing resources for patients that will be affected by the phase-out of the over-the-counter asthma inhaler Primatene Mist. The Food and Drug Administration has mandated that inhalers containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) be taken off the market after Dec.
Luster debuts Smooth Touch ‘2-N-1’ hair spritz
Luster Products Inc. has rolled out Smooth Touch Ready Set Glam Spritz & Shimmer 2-N-1, a hair spritz designed to provide firm hold with a built-in shining agent.
TheraPED selected as gift at country music awards
Health Enterprises Inc. new spa therapy product, TheraPED, has been selected for the talent gift bags at next month’s 45th Annual Country Music Association Awards. Hosted by country music stars Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, the 45th Annual CMA Awards will be held on Nov.
AccuDial acquires Stephen Key Design
Accudial Pharmaceutical Inc. has acquired Stephen Key Design, a licensing company specializing in rotating label technology.
Stopain to hit store shelves in Canada
Topical pain reliever Stopain is slated to become available to Canadian customers for the first time. Troy Healthcare, the maker of Stopain, said Monday that the topical analgesic will be rolled out to retailers across Canada this month through a partnership with ANB Canada.
Hyland’s names VP of sales
Les Hamilton has joined homeopathic medicine manufacturer Hyland’s Inc. as vice president of sales. Hyland’s said Monday that Hamilton comes to the company from The Emerson Group, where he served as field sales manager for seven years.
Pampers adds Sesame Street-design diapers
Pampers has introduced improved Pampers Cruisers with 3-Way Fit diapers featuring new Sesame Street designs.
Coty honored for innovation
Coty Inc. has been recognized as the Most Innovative Company of 2011 by the renowned Consumer Goods Technology Group.
Arrid Extra Dry makes pitch with Yankees relief ace
With the Major League Baseball playoffs set to start, Church & Dwight Co. has begun airing television commercials for Arrid Extra Dry antiperspirant deodorant that feature New York Yankees relief pitcher Mariano Rivera.
Carmex adds pump to skin care line
Carma Laboratories Inc. has expanded its skin care line with Carmex Healing Lotion in a new 13-ounce pump. Carmex Healing Lotion features aloe and vitamin E to moisturize, heal and protect skin from dryness, and it has a light, fresh scent and is formulated for daily use, Carma said.