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Catalina Crunch® Welcomes Doug Behrens as New Chief Executive Officer to Further its Explosive Growth

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Dark, KIND, Food, NBA, Health, Johnson & Johnson, Danone, Snack, Growth

INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Catalina Crunch®, the pioneering brand in healthier snacks, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Doug Behrens as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Behrens will be responsible for bringing Catalina Crunch® into its next phase of growth and expanding the brand's retail footprint at a time when the company's demand is at an all-time high. This important announcement builds on Catalina Crunch's recent growth as the company continues to make ongoing investment in hiring the best talent to join the executive team.

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This important announcement builds on Catalina Crunch's recent growth as the company continues to make ongoing investment in hiring the best talent to join the executive team.
"I am thrilled to welcome Doug Behrens to the Catalina Crunch® team.
"I've been very impressed with the explosive growth of Catalina Crunch® and excited to join the team for the next chapter.
The better-for-you food and snacking space is incredibly dynamic and Catalina is well positioned to be a disruptive leader," shared Doug Behrens.

Cara Therapeutics Announces Outcome from Dose-Finding Part A of KIND 1 Study Evaluating Oral Difelikefalin for Moderate-to-Severe Pruritus in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis

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Monday, December 18, 2023

Atopic dermatitis, Notalgia paresthetica, Itch, BID, TCS, MD, Therapy, NRS, Week, KIND, Tablet, Patient, Safety, CKD, Pharmaceutical industry

STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: CARA), a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company leading a new treatment paradigm to improve the lives of patients suffering from pruritus, today announced the outcome from the dose-finding Part A of the KIND 1 study evaluating the efficacy and safety of oral difelikefalin as adjunct therapy to topical corticosteroids (TCS) for moderate-to-severe pruritus in adult patients with atopic dermatitis (AD). Oral difelikefalin as adjunct to TCS did not demonstrate a meaningful clinical benefit compared to TCS alone, resulting in the Company’s decision to discontinue its clinical program in pruritus associated with atopic dermatitis.

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Oral difelikefalin as adjunct to TCS did not demonstrate a meaningful clinical benefit compared to TCS alone, resulting in the Company’s decision to discontinue its clinical program in pruritus associated with atopic dermatitis.
“We are disappointed with the outcome of this study recognizing that comparing the adjunctive use of oral difelikefalin with TCS to TCS alone represented a high clinical bar based on anticipated real-world commercial use.
Oral difelikefalin as adjunct therapy to TCS did not demonstrate a meaningful clinical benefit compared to TCS alone.
Oral difelikefalin was generally well tolerated with a safety profile similar to prior trials.

Rubicon Organics Celebrates Double Triumph at 2023 KIND Magazine’s Awards

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Sale, CFO, Cannabis, Organic, KIND, Interim, Drug

Rubicon Organics awarded two prestigious wins at the annual KIND Awards;

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Rubicon Organics awarded two prestigious wins at the annual KIND Awards;
Awarded Cannabis Company of the Year, considered KIND’s marquee award;
Secured People’s Choice Best Weed, voted by over 860 retail owners and budtenders nationwide.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rubicon Organics Inc. (TSXV: ROMJ) (OTCQX: ROMJF) (“Rubicon Organics”, “Rubicon”, or the “Company”), a licensed producer focused on cultivating and selling organic certified, premium cannabis, is pleased to announce it has won KIND Magazine’s (“KIND”) Cannabis Company of the Year award and People’s Choice for Best Weed award.
Rubicon Organics clinched the esteemed title of Cannabis Company of the Year, regarded as KIND’s premier accolade.
Budtenders, acknowledged as pivotal influencers in the industry, singled out Rubicon Organics for delivering best-in-class cannabis products.

The Honest Company Announces Appointment of Michael Barkley, Alissa Hsu Lynch, and Andrea Turner to the Board of Directors

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Monday, December 11, 2023

“We are pleased to welcome Michael, Alissa and Andrea to our board of directors.

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“We are pleased to welcome Michael, Alissa and Andrea to our board of directors.
Their retail and digital expertise will strengthen our board by adding significant capabilities that support the company’s growth plans.” said Carla Vernón, CEO of The Honest Company.
As we continue on this journey to drive stakeholder value, we welcome Michael, Alissa and Andrea’s expertise.
“Their diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise will help elevate us to new heights for consumers and push our thinking even further.”

Organigram Wins KIND Magazine’s Innovation of the Year for SHRED X Rip-Strips Hash

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Alternative Medicine, Cannabis, Retail, Health, Natural Resources, Specialty, Food, Beverage, Edible, Organizational chart, Creativity, Multimedia, OGI, Innovation, TSX, KIND, Thomas Edison

Organigram Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), the parent company of a leading licensed producer of cannabis (the “Company” or “Organigram”), is thrilled to announce it has won KIND Magazine’s (“KIND”) Innovation of the Year award for its revolutionary SHRED X Rip-Strips Hash.

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Organigram Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: OGI) (TSX: OGI), the parent company of a leading licensed producer of cannabis (the “Company” or “Organigram”), is thrilled to announce it has won KIND Magazine’s (“KIND”) Innovation of the Year award for its revolutionary SHRED X Rip-Strips Hash.
This is the second time Organigram has won this coveted award, having previously won for the Company’s patented Edison JOLTS ingestible extract product.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231213515729/en/
“We are very proud to be recognized by KIND Magazine once again for our outstanding achievements in innovation,” says Beena Goldenberg, CEO, Organigram.
“A huge congratulations to Organigram for winning their second Innovation of the Year award in the last two years – first with Edison JOLTS, and now with the incredibly innovative SHRED X Rip-Strips Hash,” said Joshua Nagel, Founder & Chief Dream Officer at KIND.

Merrco Payments Awarded Best Cannabis Payments Company by KIND Magazine

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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TORONTO, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Merrco Payments, a leading player in the payments industry, has been recognized as the Best Cannabis Payments Company by KIND Magazine, a prominent publication in the cannabis industry.

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TORONTO, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Merrco Payments, a leading player in the payments industry, has been recognized as the Best Cannabis Payments Company by KIND Magazine, a prominent publication in the cannabis industry.
KIND Magazine's recent acknowledgement of Merrco Payments reflects the company's commitment to supporting businesses in the cannabis industry.
Merrco Payments' success in the cannabis payments landscape can be attributed to its state-of-the-art technology, commitment to compliance, and a deep understanding of the dynamic cannabis landscape.
The Best Cannabis Payments Company award from KIND recognizes Merrco Payments as a trailblazer in the payments space and further solidifies Merrco Payments' position as the trusted partner for cannabis businesses navigating the complexities of the industry.

KIND Celebrates World Kindness Day with Nourishing Acts of Kindness Across the Country

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Monday, November 13, 2023

That is why, this World Kindness Day, KIND is joining forces with partners to support communities across the country with nourishing acts of kindness.

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That is why, this World Kindness Day, KIND is joining forces with partners to support communities across the country with nourishing acts of kindness.
"This World Kindness Day, we embraced the opportunity to spread kindness by focusing on nourishing our communities."
KIND Team Members across the country also took part in World Kindness Day by volunteering with nonprofits that help nourish minds, bodies and communities.
Following World Kindness Day, to continue the ripple effect of nourishing acts of kindness, KIND will be launching its inaugural Beyond KIND Impact Trip.

Culture Amp named a Strategic Leader in 2023 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent and People Success

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Acquisition, SoulCycle, BigCommerce, Data, Talent, Culture, PwC, Etsy, KIND, Management, Retail

LONDON, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Culture Amp a leading employee experience platform, has been named a Strategic Leader in the latest edition of the Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent and People Success from Fosway, Europe's #1 HR industry analyst, for the third year in a row.

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LONDON, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Culture Amp a leading employee experience platform, has been named a Strategic Leader in the latest edition of the Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent and People Success from Fosway, Europe's #1 HR industry analyst, for the third year in a row.
The Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent and People Success is a key resource for organisations seeking to identify and select the best talent management solutions in the UK and Europe for today's challenging world of work.
Nick Matthews, Vice President and General Manager, EMEA, at Culture Amp, said: "We are absolutely delighted to be named in the Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent and People Success again - it's one of the key benchmarks for enterprises seeking ways to optimise their talent management.
Culture Amp is a tech platform that continues to excel in this space, and Fosway congratulates the team once again on their position as Strategic Leader for the third year in a row."

Ali Center celebrates 10th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 10th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards took place Saturday, November 4, at the Muhammad Ali Center and boasted another esteemed panel of honorees.

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LOUISVILLE, Ky., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 10th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards took place Saturday, November 4, at the Muhammad Ali Center and boasted another esteemed panel of honorees.
KIND founder Daniel Lubetzky received the first-ever Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award for Civility & Compassion for his social entrepreneurship and empowering people to overcome extreme beliefs and division.
The Muhammad Ali Lifetime Achievement award went to Jason Flom, founder and CEO of Lava Media, LLC.
Actress Holly Robinson Peete and her husband, former NFL quarterback Rodney Peete, received the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian of the Year Award.

EagleBank Provides Financing to Kids in Need of Defense (KIND)

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Partnership, United Kingdom, VERA, Organization, Safety, EagleBank, KIND, Private law, C&I, Microsoft, Child, Justice, EGBN, Angelina Jolie, Nursing

KIND is a U.S.-based nongovernmental organization devoted to the protection of unaccompanied and separated children.

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KIND is a U.S.-based nongovernmental organization devoted to the protection of unaccompanied and separated children.
Founded in 2008 by the Microsoft Corporation and co-founder and patron Angelina Jolie, KIND addresses the gap in legal services for unaccompanied minors by providing legal assistance and social services to these children.
Through legal partnerships with organizations like VERA, KIND provides pro bono legal representation for refugee and migrant children across our nation.
“Every child deserves the right to safety and protection, regardless of their immigration status,” said Lindsey Rheaume, Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer C&I.