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Natura &Co's sales stabilized in Q2 and profitability is impacted by cost pressure

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Friday, August 12, 2022

SÃO PAULO, Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Natura &Co's (NYSE – NTCO; B3 – NTCO3) second--quarter performance continued to reflect the challenging environment in which it is operating, but the Group recorded positive signs including strong growth by the Natura brand in Brazil and Latin America, another quarter of double-digit growth by Aesop in constant currency and further improvement in Avon's fundamentals.

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  • Digitally-enabled sales include online sales (e-commerce + social selling) and relationship selling using digital apps.
  • Sales to franchisees posted a decline in Q2, but are showing increased retail sales month on month, further reducing inventory as they recover from lockdowns.
  • Natura &Co is a global, purpose-driven, multi-channel and multi-brand cosmetics group which includes Avon, Natura, The Body Shop and Aesop.
  • Founded in 1969, Natura is a Brazilian multinational in the cosmetics and personal care segment, leader in direct sales.

Uber and The Body Shop Expand On-Demand Delivery Partnership Nationwide

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Monday, August 8, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and The Body Shop announced the expansion of their partnership to include almost all of the beauty company's retail stores across the U.S. This expansion brings new locations to the Uber platform and allows consumers in new cities including Illinois, Nevada, Georgia, Pennsylvania and even Alaska and Hawaii, to shop for their favorite The Body Shop products through Uber Eats.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER) and The Body Shop announced the expansion of their partnership to include almost all of the beauty company's retail stores across the U.S.
  • This expansion brings new locations to the Uber platform and allows consumers in new cities including Illinois, Nevada, Georgia, Pennsylvania and even Alaska and Hawaii, to shop for their favorite The Body Shop products through Uber Eats.
  • Uber One members benefit from $0 Delivery Fee on all The Body Shop orders with $15 minimum purchase.
  • "Two years since The Body Shop pilot program with Uber Eats began, we're thrilled to expand our partnership to now offer reliable, fast, same-day delivery to all of our US customers, in 75 stores across the country," said Aliza Birnberg-Perruzzi, AVP, Marketing, US.

Voice of the Oceans Expedition Docks in NY Harbor

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

Voice of the Oceans is an organization led by the Schurmanns, a Brazilian family thats a modern-day cross between Robinson Crusoe and Jacques Cousteau.

Key Points: 
  • Voice of the Oceans is an organization led by the Schurmanns, a Brazilian family thats a modern-day cross between Robinson Crusoe and Jacques Cousteau.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220713005934/en/
    Voice of the Oceans expedition docks in New York City continuing their mission to raise awareness about plastics pollution.
  • Were excited to leverage Voice of the Oceans expertise in reducing plastic waste and apply those learnings across our supply chain, said Marcelo Borges, CEO of Tramontina USA, a U.S. sponsor of the expedition.
  • Voice of the Oceans raises awareness of the plastic waste issue and educates consumers about the interconnectedness of our actions.

Natura &Co to reorganize its Group functions

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022

SÃO PAULO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a period of transformative acquisitions and the complex integration of its businesses, processes and a common sustainability vision, now is the time to evolve. Natura &Co is announcing today a Group reorganization in line with its strategic direction to increase the accountability of the individual Business Units and brands - Natura, Avon, The Body Shop, and Aesop. The company will transition to a simpler holding company structure. To this end, non-executive director Fabio Barbosa, Chairman of the People Committee, will lead the Natura &Co Group, as well as a workstream to define the new corporate structure over the next months.

Key Points: 
  • Natura &Co is announcing today a Group reorganization in line with its strategic direction to increase the accountability of the individual Business Units and brands - Natura, Avon, The Body Shop, and Aesop.
  • To this end, non-executive director Fabio Barbosa, Chairman of the People Committee, will lead the Natura &Co Group, as well as a workstream to define the new corporate structure over the next months.
  • Other Group roles such as Sustainable Growth Officer and Chief Transformation Officer will no longer exist or will be revisited in the new structure.
  • Natura &Co is a global, purpose-driven, multi-channel and multi-brand cosmetics group which includes Avon, Natura, The Body Shop and Aesop.

Natura &Co to reorganize its Group functions

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, June 15, 2022

SÃO PAULO , June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a period of transformative acquisitions and the complex integration of its businesses, processes and a common sustainability vision, now is the time to evolve. Natura &Co is announcing today a Group reorganization in line with its strategic direction to increase the accountability of the individual Business Units and brands - Natura, Avon, The Body Shop, and Aesop. The company will transition to a simpler holding company structure. To this end, non-executive director Fabio Barbosa, Chairman of the People Committee, will lead the Natura &Co Group, as well as a workstream to define the new corporate structure over the next months.

Key Points: 
  • Natura &Co is announcing today a Group reorganization in line with its strategic direction to increase the accountability of the individual Business Units and brands - Natura, Avon, The Body Shop, and Aesop.
  • To this end, non-executive director Fabio Barbosa, Chairman of the People Committee, will lead the Natura &Co Group, as well as a workstream to define the new corporate structure over the next months.
  • Other Group roles such as Sustainable Growth Officer and Chief Transformation Officer will no longer exist or will be revisited in the new structure.
  • Natura &Co is a global, purpose-driven, multi-channel and multi-brand cosmetics group which includes Avon, Natura, The Body Shop and Aesop.

Leading New York Ad Agency, The Mixx, Becomes a Certified B Corporation

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mixx , a leading certified-diverse creative agency based in New York City, announces today that it is B Corporation (B Corp) certified, enabling the company to accelerate its work at the forefront of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mixx , a leading certified-diverse creative agency based in New York City, announces today that it is B Corporation (B Corp) certified, enabling the company to accelerate its work at the forefront of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
  • "For The Mixx, becoming B Corp certified represents more than another badge of achievement.
  • The B Corp application process, conducted by B Lab , included an extensive review of essential factors including environmental stewardship, supplier diversity, corporate governance, compensation, and charitable contributions.
  • Our bold and human-centered design approach features insight-driven and evidence-led strategy, which connects brands with both new and existing audiences.

The Body Shop North America Continues Bold Stance Against Anti-2SLGBTQ+ Legislation through 2022 Pride Campaign

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

The Body Shop Canada is asking customers to pledge to speak out against hatred and intolerance aimed at the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Key Points: 
  • The Body Shop Canada is asking customers to pledge to speak out against hatred and intolerance aimed at the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
  • $1 from each sale of the brand's new "Out for Love" Pride highlighter makeup range will benefit 2SLGBTQ+ charitable partners across North America.
  • NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, The Body Shop North America announces continued efforts in supporting 2SLGBTQ+ youth amidst a devastating legislative cycle and uptick in discrimination.
  • "We hope this unapologetic campaign speaks truth to power and helps our 2SLGBTQ+ customers and allies to feel at home with The Body Shop."

A Must-Read Children's Poem Book That Appeals to Audiences of Any Age, While Doubling up as a Coloring Book: Every Any Thing by Joshua Swearingen

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

This versatile read also doubles as a coloring book to allow children to engage with the material from a variety of creative perspectives.

Key Points: 
  • This versatile read also doubles as a coloring book to allow children to engage with the material from a variety of creative perspectives.
  • Inspired by the works of Shel Silverstein, Every Any Thing includes stunning illustrations and playful fonts to capture the imaginations of even the most reluctant readers.
  • Each poem has a key message about a core aspect of life, including the search for one's inner artist, appreciating nature, and embracing adventure.
  • Although intended for children, Every Any Thing has both the substance and the whimsy to relate to audiences of all ages.

Native Hotel Ownership and Proper Hospitality Debut Pool at Hotel June Malibu, Completing Restoration of Historic Malibu Property

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Native Hotels ownership Shaun Gilbert, Reem Al-Zahawi, and Sam Shendow, and Proper Hospitality debut a new heated swimming pool and deck at Hotel June Malibu, marking the completion of the boutique property after years of meticulous restoration efforts.

Key Points: 
  • Native Hotels ownership Shaun Gilbert, Reem Al-Zahawi, and Sam Shendow, and Proper Hospitality debut a new heated swimming pool and deck at Hotel June Malibu, marking the completion of the boutique property after years of meticulous restoration efforts.
  • With the completion of Hotel June Malibu, the ownership team and Proper Hospitality bring their shared vision for the propertys next chapter to life, while honoring its past as the Native Hotel and, formerly, the iconic Malibu Riviera Motel.
  • Al-Zahawi and Shendow led the design curation, enhancing the mid-century motif from the propertys previous life as Native while retaining original details from its past.
  • Proper Hospitality designs, brands, and operates high-end lifestyle hospitality experiences under the Proper, Hotel June and The Collective brands.

Natura &Co América Latina improves access to e-commerce by lighter and more modular websites with services from Compass UOL

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

The initiative was supported by Compass UOL, a global digital transformation company.

Key Points: 
  • The initiative was supported by Compass UOL, a global digital transformation company.
  • Now, consumers can browse lighter websites, with up to ten times faster loading, even when experiencing slower connections and from less powerful devices.
  • From now on, the four brands will be able to replicate features developed in Brazil to other countries.
  • The new modular structure allows the inclusion of new features more quickly, which can be replicated to any country.