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And that’s a wrap! Thank you #NaturalProductsExpo, it was a blast! Kurstin Leith Christine De Biasio Every year we’re taken aback and in awe at the scale and scope of Expo West, the time they take to plan, the coordination and so (so!) much more; but what really hit us is the passion for innovation and change. All of these great minds, brands, and businesses coming together to show what they have to offer... the impact they want to make. This year's expo was no exception! We had the privilege of spending time with our brand partners Chocxo Chocolatier, Harmless Harvest, Humble Brands, Inc., Save Da Sea Foods Inc., withinUs™, Lucky Foods, Hodo and Chiwis - It's these connections that remind us why we do what we do. Christian Quie Corey Bowen @Peter Higgins Scott Sulz Aki Kaltenbach Christine Soares Sarah Goodman Carla Bragagnolo Tami N. Jenna Laurita Cindy Bokitch Allie O'Brien Sara Nasca Sarah Kennedy @Brittany Wilson Amanda Kenny Brittany Kroetsch The highlights and biggest takeaways: 1. Empowering Women in Business: It was inspiring to see the growing presence of women-led businesses making their mark in the industry. Very present and large shout outs on banners “Women Owned”.   2. Innovation with Purpose: ROC: Regenerative Organic Certification. The emphasis on regenerative organic, as well as the continued rise of adaptogenic and gut health-focused products, really show that these brands aren't just creating products; they're driving positive change for our planet and our well-being. As we bid farewell to this year's expo, we're already counting down the days until the next one 👋 #agencybrandmanagement #cultivatechange #futureoffood #canadian #foodbroker #brandmanagement #bc #toronto #expowest #expowest2024

I on behalf of My operations team would like to pay heartiest congratulations to the two visionary leaders Mr. Nadeem Khalid & Mr. Khurrum Khalid on completion of 40 successful years of their concept to reality in the name of “Herbion” . During this journey their mission of providing natural health solution to mankind increase day by day and today by the grace of Allah this name “Herbion” is a vide spread household name in more than 40 countries on the globe. We wish all the highest level of success to Herbion in its future years ahead to come. At this moment the same gratitude goes to all the teams putting their efforts in the success of this institution, with their untiring dedicated sincere efforts and team work the success come true. As we grow our challenges also grows, in this situation when we are targeting another 40 countries to get in and to provide natural quality health solution to them, we must have to think in a bigger way “Think Globally and act Locally”. The best way to think tomorrow is 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄. 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 is not just a theme, but a journey. It is about envisioning a bold future for Herbion and meticulously working backwards to understand the steps we need to take today. This approach ensured that every decision we made will be a stepping stone towards that envisioned future. Central to our actions must be our brand purpose: "𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄". This guiding principle shapes our approach to innovation, sustainability and DEI&B (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging). We must delved deep into how we can continue to enhance the lives of our customers through innovative development of effective products . Our commitment is not just to the present but to the future too , where our planet and communities thrive alongside our business. The endless horizon before us is a constant reminder of the infinite possibilities and responsibilities we hold. We should not just planning for the next one year ; In 2024 we are charting the course for a future where technology, customer well-being, DEI&B and environmental stewardship intersect and support our future approach. At the end once again Congratulations to teams. May Herbion Live Long.

What does purpose have to do with movements? At StrawberryFrog, purpose activation is essentially a movement, where a group of people rally around a shared purpose to drive change. We invited Chip Walker, Head of Strategy, to share key insights from StrawberryFrog’s work and research (including the first-of-its-kind Purpose Power Index). He confirms that when companies move beyond merely defining their purpose to actively living it, they can ignite powerful internal and external transformations. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eYFrd_hp

While we're proud to do this work every day, #EarthDay is a chance to highlight our progress on impact with concrete and measurable actions. In the first comment below, check out our first 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 to learn more about how we're integrating social, environmental, economic, and nutritional sustainability into our product strategy, business model, partnerships, and operations.

Have you mapped out your #CiscoLiveEMEA experience yet? From forging new connections to shaping new innovations in IT, there's so much to look forward to. Start planning: https://lnkd.in/ewakN7NZ Let us know what you're looking forward to most in the comments below! 👇

To everybody involved in strategy, innovation, system thinking, purpose-driven organizations and futures thinking - 🤲 You need to check out: Future Days. "Future Days is a global platform where actionable narratives find a common language to foster positive change." YES! Also check out their Newsletter. It's worth it 🧠 #ActionableFutures #Innovation #Future

As many of you know I’m a pretty passionate lady when it comes to health. I don’t take it lightly. I’m also pretty passionate about woman in leadership. 💪 If you are wondering what are the next steps for Beautycounter “the leaders in the clean beauty industry” this is a 🙌MUST WATCH* - This podcast is a deep dive into our Founder's story and aired just two weeks before she ended up buying back her company from the Carlyle Group. I highly recommend you give it a watch (or a listen) in this "downtime" before Beautycounter 2.0 is up and running. If there is one thing I know to be true: Don’t underestimate Gregg Renfrew. She is a rock star and a role model for all woman in leadership. Watch on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/dQxrTKVA Gregg Renfrew's business story is one of resilience and leadership in the beauty industry. After selling her company for $1 billion, she makes a triumphant return as CEO, exemplifying the rare and powerful role of women in top corporate positions. She shares her journey of transforming the beauty industry with Beautycounter’s mission for healthier products. I’m so pumped see how we can make the world a better place with Beautycounter 2.0!! 💖 #leadersinclean #saferskincare #loveyourskin #saferalternatives #womenleaders #womenentrepreneurs

👨🍳 What a starter! This block will sharpen your taste buds for the full conference program. If you ever worked on putting together a dinner menu you know this is not such an easy task. What to select? What to reject with no risk? How to find a balanced proposal? The same goes for the organizational #DEI menu. How to strategize the agenda? What to focus on? How to navigate the needs and motivations of different audiences? Our speakers are more than ready to share their experience on the following subjects: 🌶️ What's on the D&I Menu? DISCUSSION PANEL - Michal Wiznerowicz (Nordea), Heidi Robertson (She/Her) (ABB), Nikolett Szappanos (TikTok) 🌶️ Crafting a Flavorful D&I Strategy: The Balanced Diet for Inclusion - Monica Stancu (Lloyd's) 🌶️ Spicing Up Diversity & Inclusion: Local Flavors on the Menu. Addressing Regional Challenges in the D&I Strategy - Regina Curry (Franklin Templeton) 🌶️ A Taste of D&I Research Findings: Diversity IN Check vs. Diversity Charter Research - Irena Madej (she/her) (Forum Odpowiedzialnego Biznesu / Responsible Business Forum) You are welcome to join us at the table! 👩🍳 Register (free): https://lnkd.in/dTgPiJRH 👩🍳 View the full agenda: https://lnkd.in/dym-ixxq And remember to click on the 'ADD TO CALENDAR' button:) #MichalWiznerowicz #HeidiRobertson #NikolettSzappanos #MonicaStancu #ReginaCurry #IrenaMadej #CulinaryChoices #MenuExploration #FoodForThoughtPanel #BalancedStrategy #BalancingInclusionDiet #HealthyStrategyDiet #OpenToNewIdeas #SpiceUpDandI #InclusionImplementationBoost #DIchangemakers2023 #whatsyourflavor #registerforfree #besteventever #diversityhub #diversitymatters #nosugarcoating #DiversityAtW

💜 PEOPLE ARE EVERYTHING - that's why we at DAYA believe that connecting the right people to the right startups is a key to success. In our Accelerator Program, we source & recruit advisory boards for all of our startups - bringing in the right competences to take them to the next steps in their business journey. 🎉 Today we're excited to announce the new advisors for our Accelerator startup Minimal App: 🗽Shane Correa, Sofia Magnusson, Nikki van Teijlingen Bakker, PhD, MBA, Adina Seeskari and their DAYA coach Manolo Obaya. This group of remarkable people will assist founders Jacqueline Nuwame & Peter Linnander on their mission to help women embrace their bodies as they go through menopause - using their AI platform to analyze already available data from health wearables to track menopause symptoms. 🚀 Exciting things ahead! #femtech #menopause #startup #accelerator

As a women founder, when peers share their experiences and guide you through their learnings and proudest moments, something magical happens. They offer more than just a simple guide for success. They provide advice at the highest level. ↳ And the investment you make is to listen carefully. In this episode of Her CEO Journey, we sat down with Dionne Laslo-Baker, PhD, a fellow B Corp and the founder and CEO of DeeBee's Organics. DeeBee’s Organics is a rapidly growing company that creates wholesome, delightful, and organic snacks for both kids and adults. During our conversation, Dionne shared many valuable pieces of advice: ➝ She shared the lessons and rewards of building a purpose-driven business. ➝ Dionne acknowledged the vital support of having a network of women founders. ➝ We explore the journey of expanding DeeBee’s Organics into the US Markets as a woman entrepreneur. Dionne wears many hats—she's a scientist, entrepreneur, researcher, wife, and mom. Her dedication to her children and desire to be a positive role model inspired the creation of DeeBee's Organics. We also delved into topics such as: ➝ Becoming a B Corp. ➝ Navigating the rollercoaster of the CPG industry. ➝ The importance of testing markets before a full launch. ➝ The crucial role of advisors in various aspects of your business. ➝ Understanding key financial metrics like margins, profit and loss, and forecasts. It was a wholesome conversation! 💚 Get comfy and tune in: https://lnkd.in/gfnZ_ceG P.S. Dionne shared some advice: "Don't go too big too fast". Do you agree? #podcast  #womeninbusiness  #womenfounders  #herceojourney  #globalexpansion  #bcorp #cpgindustry