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This Week in Consumer News: 14 Stories You Need to See

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A roundup of the most newsworthy consumer and retail announcements from PR Newswire this week, including holiday savings from Lowes and Target, plus seasonal launches from Bloomingdales, Chobani and Snickers.

NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help consumer/retail journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

Campbell’s® Third Annual State of the Sides Report: Celebrating the Shared Love of Side Dishes Across America
More than 55% would rather pile their plates with side dishes than the turkey itself, reaffirming that sides are the true star of the meal. Plus, 60% find more joy in cooking the sides than preparing the bird.Yankee Candle® Debuts New “Passport to the Holidays” Collection with Festive Fragrances Inspired by Iconic Travel Destinations
Inspired by beloved global destinations, this six-fragrance collection allows people to experience the magic of holiday traditions from around the world, all from the comfort of their own homes. Celebrate the holiday season with the inviting aromas of fresh apples, caramelized sugarcane, ginger, and warm cinnamon woods.Give the Gift of Family Legacy This Holiday Season with Autobiographer
Launched earlier this year, Autobiographer provides a revolutionary way to preserve family legacies through authentic conversations that capture the depth and nuance of real-life stories. The storytelling app debuted a limited time $99 gift price for the 2024 holiday season as well as Autobiographer Anthology, a premium-tier family service.The Children’s Place Announces Launch of Storefront on SHEIN With The Children’s Place now available on SHEIN, parents can effortlessly shop for high-quality, affordable clothing, whether it’s for back-to-school, holiday celebrations, weekend playdates, or family vacations. The collaboration offers trend-right product assortments and limited-time promotions designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of modern families.Nama Revolutionizes the Way We Will Consume More Plants
Nama unveils the Nama M1 Plant-Based Milk Maker. This latest addition aims to elevate how individuals easily incorporate plant-based nutrition into their lifestyles, offering a fresh and enriching way to enjoy consuming more plants at home.Schwinn is Forecasting Fun with Launch of New Compact E-Bike for Teens – Meet The Hurricane
Schwinn has been making e-bikes since 2017, but this is their first geared toward a younger Gen Z demographic. Drawing inspiration from the original 1978 Schwinn Hurricane, this compact e-bike features retro touches like high-rise handlebars, fat tires, and a sleek yet industrial frame design that conveys a sense of daring adventure to a new generation of young riders.JanSport Unveils the Venture Pack System: A New Era in Travel Solutions
This innovative, all-in-one packing solution includes two packs, the Venture Pack and Venture Daypack, which can be used separately or function together to enhance the travel experience for adventurers and explorers alike.Eco-Products Debuts Veda Line of Reusable Containers
Eco-Products® is launching a new line of durable foodservice containers that can be easily returned and reused by customers. The new containers feature proprietary tracking and collection technology created by OZZI®, a leading reusable systems and container brand. The containers are primarily designed for closed-system foodservice environments like colleges and universities, corporate campuses, military bases and hospitals.Target Kicks Off Holiday Savings with Early Black Friday Sale Plus Daily and Weekly Deals
The retailer is bringing back its popular Deal of the Day Nov. 1 through Dec. 24, with one-day-only deals up to 50% off and many exclusive deals for members of its free-to-join Target Circle program. Each week, consumers will also enjoy a new lineup of weeklong deals dropping every Sunday.Chobani and La Colombe Make Spirits Bright this Holiday Season with Festive Flavors
The holiday assortment includes the new Chobani® Apple Pie Dairy Coffee Creamer – a delicately spiced dairy creamer made from farm-fresh milk that delivers the taste of the holiday season to your morning coffee – along with classic seasonal flavors fans can reach for again and again.Bloomingdale’s Launches a Wicked Good Holiday
This collaboration will bring the magic of the holidays to life with a Wicked Good Holiday pop-up. Shoppers can expect an exclusive AQUA collection, an array of products for gifting, immersive in-store experiences, a takeover of the iconic “brown bag”, and an enchanting 59th Street window unveiling.SNICKERS® Trees Are Back To Ring In The Holiday Season Along With A Full Line-Up Of Holiday Favorites From Mars
SNICKERS® is back to usher in the holidays with the return of SNICKERS Trees and a tasty lineup of both new and fan-favorite holiday treats sure to make the nice list. Alongside SNICKERS Trees, the 2024 Mars Holiday collection has two new innovations from M&M’S and Dove: M&M’S Toasty Holiday Peanut and Dove Dark Chocolate Holiday Mint.G.O.A.T. Fuel to Feature Muhammad Ali on Limited Edition Collector’s Cans as Part of 3-Year Partnership
On the 50th anniversary of the famed 1974 “Rumble in the Jungle” boxing match, G.O.A.T. Fuel is proud to announce its three-year partnership with Muhammad Ali Enterprises. In celebration of the collaboration, G.O.A.T. Fuel is rolling out a limited-edition line of Muhammad Ali collector’s cans, featuring exclusive designs with the “G.O.A.T.” himself across the brand’s best-selling flavors: Watermelon Fruit Punch, Gummy Bear, and Pineapple Cream Soda.Lowe’s Assists Customers and Members with Big Holiday Savings, New Must-Have Gifts, and Bigger-Than-Life Décor for the Season
“This season we shine brightly with a magical in-store experience, featuring festive family moments like cookies and characters on Black Friday morning, expert gift-giving advice for that perfect drill for Dad, and personalized rewards for our members, including a free ornament for MyLowe’s Rewards members. The holidays are all about home and it’s what we do best,” said Jen Wilson, senior vice president and chief marketing officer.

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Gilbane Building Company President & CEO Adam R. Jelen Joins ACE Mentor Program Board of Directors and Executive Committee

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Jelen, a long-time partner of ACE to offer leadership, vision, and strategy to benefit the Program

PROVIDENCE, R.I., Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Gilbane Building Company announced the appointment of President & CEO Adam R. Jelen to the ACE Mentor Program of America Board of Directors. Jelen will serve in this prestigious leadership role for a renewable three-year term.

“As a long-time partner of the ACE Mentor Program, I am deeply honored to join its national executive committee,” said Adam R. Jelen, President & CEO, Gilbane Building Company.

“As a long-time partner of the ACE Mentor Program, I am deeply honored to join its national executive committee,” said Adam R. Jelen, President & CEO, Gilbane Building Company. “The Program empowers and inspires the next generation by enabling young people to see what’s possible in our industry. It plays a crucial role in developing new talent to enter our workforce, fostering diversity, and supporting career pathways. I look forward to contributing to the impactful work ACE Mentor continues to do in building a brighter, more inclusive future for our field.”

Jelen’s appointment bolsters an already esteemed board committed to steering ACE’s goal of inspiring the next generation of architects, engineers, and construction leaders. The board plays a crucial role in shaping ACE’s initiatives and supporting the development of young talent in the field. Jelen has long championed ACE, including serving as a founding member and emeritus board member of the ACE Mentor Program of Wisconsin.

The mission of the ACE Mentor Program is to engage, excite, and enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, engineering, and construction through mentoring and continued support for their advancement into the industry.

For additional details about the ACE Mentor Program and board members, please click here.

About Gilbane Building Company

Gilbane Building Company is a global leader in construction management, delivering high-quality projects for clients across various markets. Gilbane provides a full slate of construction and facilities-related services – from preconstruction planning and integrated consulting capabilities to comprehensive construction management, general contracting, design-build, and facility management services. Founded in 1870, Gilbane is still a privately held, family-owned company. With more than 45 office locations worldwide, Gilbane brings world-class experience to local communities.

For more information, visit http://www.gilbaneco.com.

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Lynn Rasic, Gilbane Building Company, 212-822-0319, lrasic@gilbaneco.com, www.gilbaneco.com

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Minister Wilkinson Welcomes the Indigenous Council’s ‘Kinship and Prosperity’ Report to Power More Indigenous, Rural and Remote Communities with Clean Energy

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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 21, 2024 /CNW/ – Indigenous Peoples have traditional knowledge and expertise to help address climate change and protect the environment. 

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson welcomed the release of Kinship and Prosperity: Proven Solutions for a Clean Energy Landscape, the Wah-ila-toos Indigenous Council’s Report. The report provides recommendations to power more Indigenous, rural and remote communities with clean energy while recognizing the various challenges these communities face. It affirms that Indigenous Peoples are leaders and knowledge keepers, and that they have the skills and experiences needed to establish a thriving economy while living in reciprocity with the environment.

The recommendations outlined in the report will help inform the development of future climate strategies and policies, providing a framework for integrating Indigenous voices into this work. The Government of Canada will continue to work with Indigenous Peoples and other energy partners to identify opportunities to advance joint priorities including in response to the Council’s advice, which will also be reflected in Canada’s upcoming Clean Electricity Strategy.

We thank the Council for the significant and important work it has done over the past two years, including on this report. These recommendations will play a key role in guiding action to reduce the use of expensive and polluting fossil fuels for heat and power in Indigenous, rural and remote communities and instead advance clean energy solutions that have the potential to save people money on energy and create economic opportunities and jobs in First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities.

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“I thank the Council members for their work and recommendations, which speak to the power and contribution of Indigenous leadership in advancing clean energy in Indigenous, rural and remote communities. They will contribute to creating economic prosperity and security now and into the future as well as build strong, healthy and more resilient communities and make life affordable, especially in the North. Seizing the opportunity that clean energy presents continues to be important for Indigenous communities and the Government of Canada as we work together toward reconciliation. I look forward to continuing work on shared priorities guided by the Council’s advice.”

The Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson
Minister of Energy and Natural Resources

“It is only through the collective efforts of Indigenous communities, industry, government and local leaders that we will see results in our fight against climate change. I am deeply heartened by and appreciative of the hard work of the Wah-ila-toos Indigenous Council, who have offered important guidance for further advancing Indigenous clean energy leadership. I look forward to seeing these principles and recommendations woven into Canada’s path to a cleaner energy future.”

The Honourable Dan Vandal
Minister of Northern Affairs

“We are grateful for the expertise and leadership of the Wah-ila-toos Indigenous Council in advancing energy transition efforts within Indigenous communities and across the country. Our government continues to work in partnership with Indigenous communities to support reconciliation and self-determination. Together with Indigenous partners, we are building a low-emission, cost-effective energy future, which will in turn improve health and resilience within Indigenous communities and across Canada.”

The Honourable Patty Hajdu
Minister of Indigenous Services

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The members of the Wah-ila-toos Indigenous Council, launched in December 2022, were selected on the basis of their knowledge and leadership in supporting community-driven clean energy projects within Indigenous communities.The Council is distinctions-based, with First Nation, Inuit and Métis representation, and reflects diverse communities, languages, geographic regions, skills and genders.

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Indigenous CouncilWah-ila-toosClean Energy for Rural and Remote CommunitiesIndigenous Off-Diesel InitiativeNorthern REACHE ProgramCanada Infrastructure Bank’s financingStrategic Partnerships Initiative2030 Emissions Reduction Plan: Clean Air, Strong Economy

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Insights About Today’s Clothing Shoppers

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SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On November 15, 2024, Cotton Incorporated presented and shared marketing data and analyses about consumer attitudes and habits relating to apparel shopping with the professionals from the textile apparel industry at the media sharing session in Seoul, South Korea.

Melissa Bastos, Director of Corporate Strategy and Insights for Cotton Incorporated, oversees research on consumer attitudes and behaviors and retail assessments conducted in the United States, Latin America, South Korea, Thailand and other Asian countries. Cotton Incorporated keeps providing valuable market insights to support decision-makers throughout the global cotton supply chain.

“In recent years, the proportion of consumers choosing to shop online has continued to rise, with convenience, lower prices, and a wider variety of options being key factors for this choice,” stated Bastos.

Bastos also noted that nearly three-fifths of consumers experienced quality issues when purchasing apparel online. Globally, consumers often associate cotton products with fashion, comfort, and trusted quality, with 55% noting they would pay more for clothes made from cotton.

Bastos highlighted that jeans were a significant cotton product, with 80% South Korea consumers expressing a preference for wearing them. As sustainability in apparel becomes increasingly important to consumers, factors like the use of natural fibres, and sustainable production may influence their decisions to purchase jeans. She indicated that the industry was actively promoting traceability strategies, with cotton being one of the most commonly traced materials, which enhanced the value of cotton products.

As a non-for-profit organization dedicated to promote cotton products, Cotton Incorporated’s mission is to increase the demand for and profitability of cotton. Cotton Incorporated is also dedicated to raising awareness of cotton’s sustainability. Their Blue Jeans Go Green™ denim recycling program has collected over two million pieces of denim, repurposing them into UltraTouch™ denim insulation materials for construction use. Additionally, Cotton Incorporated actively researches cotton cultivation and product technology, offering a range of sustainable solutions for the textile sector that strengthen the market position of cotton products.

For more information about cotton, you can visit the Cotton Incorporated website (www.cottoninc.com) to access a wealth of industry information, including market data, monthly economic updates, cotton production information, production resources, and performance technologies related to cotton.

 

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