#BigAppleBusiness #ProductAlert Revlon Appoints Dana Medema as President, North America

Revlon Group Holdings LLC (“Revlon” or the “Company”) today announced that Dana Medema has been appointed to the role of President, North America. She will join Revlon effective May 5, 2025, and will report directly to Chief Executive Officer Michelle Peluso.

Ms. Medema has deep experience in personal care and a strong track record in business and cultural transformation. Most recently, Ms. Medema served as Senior Vice President and Head of Personal Health – North America at Philips, where she was accountable for driving revenue, margin and profit and leading the strategic direction for the largest Personal Health region.

Geralyn Breig, who joined Revlon in 2023 as President, North America to lead the region’s transition out of bankruptcy will now return to her corporate board work. She will support Ms. Medema’s transition through the month of May.

Ms. Peluso said: “We are excited to welcome Dana to the Revlon team at this critical moment in our company’s history. Her impressive personal care background, combined with her strong leadership and global commercial and innovation experience make her the perfect fit as Revlon embarks on our next chapter of growth. Dana’s energy, passion and commitment to driving culture will be critical to our success.

On behalf of our Board, I want to thank Geralyn for the significant turnaround she drove during her time at Revlon. Our business is stronger, our recent innovation is exceptional and our team and customer relationships are vastly improved, thanks to Geralyn. I am deeply appreciative of all that we accomplished in North America under Geralyn’s leadership.”

Dana Medema Biography

Ms. Medema has over 20 years of global Fast-Moving Consumer Goods experience leading businesses for Clorox, Colgate-Palmolive and Philips across both North America and Europe. During her career, she has built a reputation for business turnarounds grounded in brand building, operational excellence, innovation acceleration and talent development.

Most recently, Ms. Medema served as Senior Vice President and Head of Personal Health – North America at Philips. Joining in 2022, she led the company’s largest Personal Health region, overseeing end-to-end business performance across the U.S. and Canada, including sales, marketing, finance and supply chain. In this leadership capacity, she focused on accelerating growth and building a more entrepreneurial, consumer-centric approach across the division’s three core categories: Oral Healthcare, Mother & Childcare/Women’s Health, and Grooming & Beauty. She also championed efforts to expand access to preventative health solutions and advance health equity across the region.

Prior to joining Philips, Ms. Medema held several key executive roles during her nearly 20-year career at the Colgate-Palmolive Company. Her experience spans roles leading global, regional and local teams across several business units and countries, including Switzerland and Germany. Her early work experience in global logistics and transportation helped her to manage global manufacturing and supply chain complexities.

Ms. Medema earned an MBA from the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Washington. She resides in New York City with her husband and daughter.

About Revlon Group Holdings LLC

Revlon Group Holdings LLC (“Revlon”) has developed a long-standing reputation as a color authority and beauty trendsetter in the world of color cosmetics and hair care. Since its breakthrough launch of the first opaque nail enamel in 1932, Revlon has provided consumers with high quality product innovation, performance and sophisticated glamour. In 2016, Revlon acquired the iconic Elizabeth Arden company and its portfolio of brands, including its leading designer and celebrity fragrances. Today, Revlon's diversified portfolio of brands is sold in over 100 countries around the world in most retail distribution channels, including prestige, salon, mass, and online. Revlon is among the leading global beauty companies, with some of the world’s most iconic and desired brands and product offerings in color cosmetics, skin care, hair color, hair care and fragrances under brands such as Revlon, Revlon Professional, Elizabeth Arden, Almay, Mitchum, CND, American Crew, Creme of Nature, Cutex, Juicy Couture, Elizabeth Taylor, Curve, John Varvatos and Christina Aguilera.

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#CharitablePeachy #PeachyontheLinks Tee Up 4 St. Jude: Charity Golf Tournament Comes to Bear Creek Golf Club on June 9

Safeguard Investment Advisory Group is proud to present Tee Up 4 St. Jude, a charity golf tournament benefitting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital®, on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the prestigious Bear Creek Golf Club.

This inaugural event brings together local leaders, business owners, and community members for a meaningful day of golf, giving, and goodwill, all to support the lifesaving mission of St. Jude: Finding cures. Saving children.

Tee Up 4 St. Jude will bring together members of the community, local leaders, business owners, and individuals who want to make a meaningful impact on St. Jude and the families they serve. With multiple sponsorship opportunities available, you're invited to join us—whether by playing in the tournament, becoming a sponsor, or making a donation. Every contribution supports St. Jude's world-renowned research and treatment of childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

"My family has been giving to St. Jude for over two decades," said Reid Abedeen, Managing Partner at Safeguard. "Last year, I had the honor of sharing our connection to St. Jude on stage at a national financial conference. What I didn't expect was to be reunited with a family we had formed a connection with years ago—live on stage. Standing there, reunited after nearly eight years and hearing the child's father speak about how St. Jude changed their lives—it was one of the most powerful moments of my career. That moment reminded me just how special this mission is. St. Jude holds a special place in the hearts of our entire team, and this tournament is our way of bringing the community together to support something bigger than ourselves."

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats, and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – so they can focus on helping their child live. It is because of generous supporters St. Jude can provide children with cutting-edge treatments not covered by insurance, at no cost to families.

For more information, to register, or to view sponsorship opportunities, visit: https://pac.event.stjude.org/ELP/TUPSTJUDE/Sponsors

About Safeguard Investment Advisory Group

Safeguard Investment Advisory Group is a retirement planning and wealth management firm dedicated to creating amazing retirements for the families they serve through a disciplined approach rooted in education, integrity, and earned trust.

Learn more about St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® by going to https://www.stjude.org/.

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#NewYorkNotes Santana's Andy Vargas, Leslie Grace, Muni Long, And Susanna Hoffs Added To The Lineup of Performers At The GRAMMY Hall Of Fame

ONLINE AUCTION NOW LIVE FEATURING SIGNED GUITARS FROM CHAPPELL ROAN, CHARLI XCX, CHRIS MARTIN, SABRINA CARPENTER, AND MANY MORE WITH PROCEEDS BENEFITING THE MUSEUM’S EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Singer-songwriter, actor and Latin GRAMMY® nominee Leslie Grace, GRAMMY Award-winning R&B singer-songwriter Muni Long, musician and author Susanna Hoffs of The Bangles, as well as longtime Santana band member Andy Vargas have been added to the lineup for the Recording Academy® and GRAMMY Museum®’s 2025 GRAMMY Hall Of Fame® Gala taking place May 16 at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. Previously announced performers include celebrated percussionist Cindy Blackman; soul legend Eddie Floyd; 13-time GRAMMY winner Emmylou Harris with producer Daniel Lanois and acclaimed multi-GRAMMY Award-winning jazz drummer Brian Blade; drummer of iconic power-pop band Big Star; multi-GRAMMY Award-winning composer and bandleader Jon Batiste; powerhouse vocalist and GRAMMY-winner Ledisi; GRAMMY-winning actor and singer Leslie Odom Jr.; and guitar virtuoso Orianthi. Notably, Harris, Floyd and Stephens have recordings being inducted into the GRAMMY Hall Of Fame.

Performances will pay tribute to the 2025 GRAMMY Hall Of Fame inducted recordings: Blackman and Orianthi, joined by Vargas, will perform Santana’s “Smooth”; Floyd and Stephens will perform “Knock On Wood”; Harris, Lanois, and Blade will present selections from Wrecking Ball ; Ledisi will perform Clara Ward’s “How I Got Over”; Leslie Grace will deliver Gloria Estefan’s “Conga”; Odom Jr. will interpret Luther Vandross’ “Never Too Much”; and Susanna Hoffs will take on Cat Stevens’ “Wild World.” Additional performances include a set by Ray Charles Architect of Sound Award recipient Jon Batiste, along with Conan Gray, John Mellencamp and Muni Long, who will perform as part of a tribute to this year’s label honoree, Republic Records.

An online auction is currently underway, featuring a vast collection of guitars signed by an array of major artists including Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Chris Martin, Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars, Sabrina Carpenter, Platinum tickets to the 68th GRAMMY Awards®, and more. Proceeds will benefit the GRAMMY Museum’s education programs. Click HERE for more info.

Returning as host is esteemed CBS News journalist Anthony Mason. The show will be produced by former GRAMMY Awards® Executive Producer Ken Ehrlich, alongside Ron Basile, Lindsay Saunders Carl and Lynne Sheridan, with musical direction by GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY Award-winning composer, producer and conductor Cheche Alara.

Tickets for the GRAMMY Hall Of Fame Gala are on sale now. For more information, visit: grammymuseum.org/programs/hof-gala.

ABOUT THE GRAMMY HALL OF FAME

The GRAMMY Hall Of Fame was established by the Recording Academy’s National Trustees in 1973. The inducted recordings are selected annually by a special member committee of eminent and knowledgeable professionals from all branches of the recording arts with final ratification by the Recording Academy’s National Board of Trustees. With 13 new titles, the GRAMMY Hall Of Fame currently totals 1,165 inducted recordings. Eligible recipients will receive an official certificate from the Recording Academy. For a full list of 2025 recordings inducted into the GRAMMY Hall Of Fame, see below or visit here.

ABOUT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM

The GRAMMY Museum is a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating and exploring music from yesterday and today to inspire the music of tomorrow through exhibits, education, grants, preservation initiatives, and public programming. Paying tribute to our collective musical heritage, the Museum values and celebrates the dynamic connection in people’s diverse backgrounds and music’s many genres, telling stories that inspire us, and creative expression that leads change in our industry.

For more information, visit www.grammymuseum.org, “like” the GRAMMY Museum on Facebook, and follow @GRAMMYMuseum on Instagram and TikTok.

ABOUT THE RECORDING ACADEMY

The Recording Academy represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music’s history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through MusiCares®, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards — music’s only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement. As the world’s leading society of music professionals, we work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators.

For more information about the GRAMMY Awards and the Recording Academy, please visit GRAMMY.com and RecordingAcademy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @RecordingAcad on X, “like” Recording Academy on Facebook , and join the Recording Academy’s social communities on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn. For media assets, please visit the Recording Academy’s Press Room.

ABOUT REPUBLIC RECORDS

A division of Universal Music Group, the world's leading music company, Republic Records is home to an all-star roster of multi-platinum, award-winning legends such as Anitta, Ariana Grande, Billy Porter, Conan Gray, Cynthia Erivo, Daniel Caesar, Eddie Vedder, Florence + the Machine, Glass Animals, Jelly Roll, Jimmy Fallon, John Legend, John Mellencamp, Jonas Brothers, Kid Cudi, Kim Petras, Lorde, Miranda Lambert, Nicki Minaj, Pearl Jam, Shania Twain, Stevie Wonder, Taylor Swift and more. Founded by brothers and chief executives Monte and Avery Lipman, it is also comprised of innovative business ventures with chart topping artists and partners including American Recordings (Marcus King), Boominati Worldwide (Metro Boomin), Brushfire (Jack Johnson), Casablanca Records (Nelly Furtato, Martin Garrix), Cash Money (Birdman, Jacquees), HYBE (TXT), JYP Entertainment (Stray Kids, TWICE), Lava Records (Greta Van Fleet), Mavin Records (Ayra Starr), OVO (Drake), XO (The Weeknd), Young Money (Lil Wayne), among others. Additionally, Republic recently launched Federal Films, the film and TV division that aims to bring compelling stories to audiences around the world, as well as Republic Records: Kids & Family, the official children's division of Republic Records. Republic Records has become the music industry’s most successful label of the past decade, earning Billboard’s Hot 100 Label of the Year ten of the past eleven years among countless other accolades, including claiming iHeart’s Label of the Year 8 years in a row, five of Variety’s Hitmaker Label of the Year Awards, 4 Clio Awards, #1 Mediabase label for over 10 years, and most recently, the highly acclaimed 2025 Grammy Hall of Fame’s Label Honoree.

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#CulturedPeachy @MuseumModernArt Hilma af Klint: What Stands Behind the Flowers May 11, 2025 – September 27, 2025 The Museum of Modern Art

The Museum of Modern Art announces an exhibition showcasing MoMA’s recent acquisition of Nature Studies, a portfolio of 46 botanical drawings by the Swedish artist Hilma af Klint (1862–1944), which will be on display for the first time. On view from May 11 through September 27, 2025, Hilma af Klint: What Stands Behind the Flowers explores af Klint’s engagement with the natural world. Created during the spring and summer of 1919 and 1920, the Nature Studies portfolio presents the wonders of Sweden’s flora and showcases the artist’s keen botanical eye. Af Klint combines her renowned approach to abstraction with traditional botanical drawing, juxtaposing detailed renderings of plants discovered in her surroundings with enigmatic abstract diagrams. Examples include a sunflower paired with concentric circles, a narcissus crowned by a pinwheel of primary colors, and tree blossoms accompanied by checkerboards of dots and strokes. Through these forms, af Klint seeks to reveal, in her words, “what stands behind the flowers,” reflecting her belief that studying nature uncovers truths about the human condition.

Hilma af Klint: What Stands Behind the Flowers is organized by Jodi Hauptman, The Richard Roth Senior Curator, Department of Drawings and Prints, with Kolleen Ku, Curatorial Assistant, and Chloe White, Louise Bourgeois Fellow, Department of Drawings and Prints. Realized with the participation of the Hilma af Klint Foundation, Stockholm.

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Leadership support for this exhibition is provided by the Kate W. Cassidy Foundation and Kenneth C. Griffin.

Major funding is provided by the Dian Woodner Exhibition Endowment Fund, Jack Shear through The International Council of The Museum of Modern Art, and by the Eyal and Marilyn Ofer Family Foundation.

Generous support is provided by David Bushler.

Additional funding is provided by the Annual Exhibition Fund. Leadership contributions to the Annual Exhibition Fund, in support of the Museum’s collection and collection exhibitions, are generously provided by Jerry I. Speyer and Katherine G. Farley, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, the Sandra and Tony Tamer Exhibition Fund, the Kate W. Cassidy Foundation, Alice and Tom Tisch, the Marella and Giovanni Agnelli Fund for Exhibitions, The Contemporary Arts Council of The Museum of Modern Art, Eva and Glenn Dubin, Mimi Haas, The David Rockefeller Council, Anne and Joel Ehrenkranz, Kenneth C. Griffin, The International Council of The Museum of Modern Art, Marie-Josée and Henry R. Kravis, and Jo Carole and Ronald S. Lauder. Major funding is provided by The Sundheim Family Foundation.

Major support for the publication is provided by the Riva Castleman Fund for Publications in the Department of Drawings and Prints, established by The Derald H. Ruttenberg Foundation, and by the Kate W. Cassidy Foundation.

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#PeachyAhoy #EnglandPeachy #NewYorkNotes Tom Grennan and DJ Pete Tong to headline SailGP Portsmouth debut

SailGP, the global racing championship, has confirmed chart-topping singer-songwriter Tom Grennan and legendary DJ Pete Tong as headline acts for this summer's Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth, unfolding over two-action packed days of racing (July 19-20, 2025).

The artists will perform post-racing, with Grennan taking to the stage on Saturday and DJ Pete Tong on Sunday – forming a key part of SailGP’s signature Après-Sail experience, alongside unforgettable waterside entertainment. Performances are included in the cost of all ticket offerings, with 20,000 fans expected to attend across the weekend.

One of Britain’s leading popstars and singer-songwriters, Tom Grennan – known for collaborations with Calvin Harris, Chase & Status, Ella Henderson and Bugzy Malone – will perform fan favorites from both of his UK Number 1 albums 2021’s Evering Road and 2023’s What Ifs & Maybes. Renowned British DJ, music producer, and broadcaster, Pete Tong will perform one of his iconic Ibiza Classics sets – closing out the weekend with some of dance music’s most legendary electronic hits.

Held on the prize-giving stage directly in front of the Waterfront Grandstands – Portsmouth’s iconic Solent will serve as the backdrop for fans to sing and dance along to two of the biggest names on the UK festival circuit. Acts will be broadcast live on large screens throughout the Race Stadium.

SailGP’s Chief Marketing Officer, Leah Davis said: “SailGP’s return to the UK is set to be a fantastic sporting event and we are thrilled to bring together adrenaline-fuelled racing with electrifying performances by some of the UK’s most exciting music artists. Tom Grennan and Pete Tong are set to light up Portsmouth – providing the ultimate Après-Sail experience and delivering next level, water-side event entertainment for fans in attendance across the weekend.”

DJ Pete Tong said: “I’m really looking forward to headlining Après-Sail at SailGP in Portsmouth this July, bringing the Southsea Common waterfront to life with music that captures the energy of the intense competition out on the water – high-energy and captivating. It’ll be a spectacular day.”

The first-ever Portsmouth SailGP event will be a weekend of high-energy, action-packed racing, live music, and best-in-class entertainment. SailGP’s Race Stadium and Waterfront Grandstands will come to life with party-starting hype hosts, a roaming saxophonist blaring beats, face painters, country flags flying high, and F50 fly-by’s only meters from the shoreline. Fans have a chance to experience the thrill of the most exciting racing on water via the official SailGP Simulator.

Tickets to the event are on sale and selling fast – including a Waterfront Premium Lounge offering announced earlier this month, in partnership with iconic hospitality brand La Folie Douce and UK Michelin-starred Chef Ollie Dabbous.

The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth will be the seventh stop for the Rolex SailGP Championship’s 2025 Season. Twelve national teams will compete in identical, hydrofoiling F50 catamarans, including home team Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, led by Olympic gold medalist, driver Dylan Fletcher and three-time Olympic medalist, strategist Hannah Mills. Find out more at SailGP.com/portsmouth.

ABOUT SAILGP | The most exciting racing on water, the Rolex SailGP Championship sees national teams battling it out in identical high-tech, high-speed 50-foot foiling catamarans at iconic venues around the world. Racing faster than the wind at speeds approaching 100 km/h (60 mph), SailGP is driven by the sport’s top athletes, with national pride, personal glory, and a total prize money of US$12.8 million at stake. Powered by nature - wind, sea and sun - driven by purpose, SailGP races for a better future. Visit SailGP.com to find out more.

ABOUT SAILGP+ | SailGP+ is the most exciting racing on water’s revamped fan loyalty and membership program, offering Rolex SailGP’s global fan base the opportunity to get unrivaled access to behind-the-scenes content, members-only offers, and exclusive competitions; sign-up to SailGP+ at SailGP.com .

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Lenovo Introduces New ThinkPad Mobile Workstations and Business Laptops Designed for the AI-Ready Workforce

Lenovo unveiled a refreshed portfolio of ThinkPad devices engineered to meet the evolving needs of modern professionals — from content creators and engineers to knowledge workers and hybrid teams. The lineup includes powerful Copilot+ PCs, such as the ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 AMD and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 AMD mobile workstations, alongside new ThinkPad L Series business laptops and expands its ThinkPad X1 Aura Editions, delivering the performance, manageability, and intelligence today’s AI-powered workflows demand.

Together, these latest ThinkPad systems reflect Lenovo’s commitment to delivering smarter, more adaptive solutions that support advanced workloads, sustainability goals, and flexible work models — whether users are building complex simulations or collaborating across teams.

“Lenovo is defining the new era of AI computing for professionals with advanced workstation solutions that empower the workflows for people that design and build amazing things. With exceptional performance in a mobile form factor for compute-heavy, AI-driven applications, the newest ThinkPad P series workstations accelerate innovation and productivity.” Rob Herman, Vice President, Worldwide Workstation and Client AI Business at Lenovo.

“The latest ThinkPad L series portfolio reflects how we design for the real needs of business users — from creative professionals and knowledge workers to remote teams and large enterprises. Whether you need mobile workstation power or scalable productivity, Lenovo is delivering the flexibility and intelligence required to thrive in the AI era.” Tom Butler, Vice President, Commercial Portfolio and Product Management, Lenovo Intelligent Devices Group.

Power Meets Portability: New ThinkPad P Series Mobile Workstations

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, the demand for powerful, efficient, and AI-ready computing solutions has never been greater. The latest additions to the Lenovo ThinkPad P series are rising to the challenge.

Starting at 1.39kg (3.06lbs) and 16.13mm thin, the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s AMD is the thinnest and lightest mobile workstation in Lenovo’s portfolio, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16s AMD combines premium performance and portability, offering advanced AI experiences for professionals tackling complex workloads on-the-go. Both workstations offer premium performance with AMD Ryzen™ AI PRO 300 Series processors up to Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 with 5.1GHz and 12 cores. These processors deliver up to 50 NPU TOPS, enabling AI-accelerated productivity and seamless multitasking for mobile professionals.ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 AMD

The ThinkPad P14s and P16s are built for the CAD and BIM workloads of engineers and architects, as well as educators and students in these fields, offering powerful and cost-effective solutions. Powered by AMD “Zen 5” technology and integrated graphics built on the AMD RDNA™ 3.5 architecture, these new P series workstations provide enhanced performance for complex engineering and creative workloads without compromising battery life. With up to 96GB of memory1, these workstations ensure that even the most demanding applications run smoothly, providing ample space for large datasets and complex simulations. This extensive memory capacity enhances overall system performance, allowing professionals to work efficiently without interruptions.ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 AMD

The ThinkPad P14s and P16s are Copilot+ PCs, the fastest and most intelligent PCs ever2, designed to optimize AI-powered workflows with increased performance and extended battery life. They also feature a unified memory architecture that allows for flexible memory allocation between the CPU and GPU. This allows up to 75% of the system memory to be dedicated to the GPU, providing exceptional responsiveness and seamless multitasking for graphics-intensive tasks. In addition, the graphics driver is certified by ISVs for key industry applications providing optimal performance, with essential stability and reliability. With up to 82 TOPS of heterogenous AI processing power, the new mobile workstations effortlessly run AI assistants that can streamline document management, expedite email responses, enhance virtual meetings, and accelerate content creation.

Built for Personalized, Productive, and Protected Work

Across the latest ThinkPad portfolio, Lenovo has introduced a cohesive set of innovations designed to make devices smarter, more accessible, and easier to manage. Features vary by model, but together they reflect a shared commitment to enhancing user experience through:Enhanced collaboration features, including 5MP RGB+IR cameras and Dolby Atmos® audio with Elevoc® noise suppression.

Flexible, modern connectivity, with support for Wi-Fi 6E/73, optional 4G LTE4, and dual Thunderbolt™ 4 ports.

More customer-replaceable (CRU) components, enabling easier repairs and extended life cycles (CRU battery, keyboard, WWAN, speakers, and fan depending on the model).

Accessibility and design enhancements, such as tactile keyboard markings, plastic-free packaging, and use of recycled materials in select parts5.

Built-in software tools like Lenovo Commercial Vantage, which allows users to personalize and manage device settings with ease, and Lenovo View, which uses AI to enhance video calls with features like auto-framing, background blur, and eye contact correction.

ThinkShield security features, offering BIOS-level protections, secure wipe, and integrated privacy controls to help safeguard sensitive data and ensure enterprise-grade security.

A Modern Design for Mobile Business

At the forefront of this year’s updates is the completely redesigned ThinkPad L13 Gen 6 and L13 2-in-1 Gen 6, offering both traditional clamshell and convertible 2-in-1 formats. The refreshed chassis features a smaller footprint, cleaner lines, and an up to 84.7% screen-to-body ratio that contributes to a more immersive visual experience. A new communication bar integrates a 5MP + IR camera, with an additional world-facing camera on select 2-in-1 models to support content capture and collaboration on the move.

Key enhancements include:Brighter display options, with 400 nit panels for improved visibility in variable lighting environments.

Lightweight and thoughtfully designed, with 50% recycled aluminum used in the top cover for a modern and more sustainable form factor.

New port layout and expanded connectivity, including dual Thunderbolt™ 4, USB-A, HDMI 2.1, and optional Smart Card reader.

Onboard garaged pen with the L13 2-in-1 Gen 6 is ideal for notetaking and sketching.ThinkPad L13 Gen 6

Productivity-First Tools with Configurable Power

The updated ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 and ThinkPad L16 Gen 2 continue to offer the trusted reliability and versatility that IT teams and end users depend on. Now available with the latest Intel and AMD platforms, these devices are designed to scale with business needs — offering a broad range of configurations, screen sizes, and feature sets ideal for large rollouts or role-specific customization.

Key enhancements include:Brighter display panels for enhanced visibility in various environments.

Expanded platform availability with extensive configurations available.

Performance Options with a Smarter Edge

The ThinkPad L Series continues to offer customers a choice of platforms from Intel and AMD, including the latest processor generations:Intel® Core Ultra 200U and 200H series processors and Intel vPro®.

Up to AMD Ryzen™ AI PRO 300 Series mobile processors.

All models benefit from improved performance and efficiency, with select configurations of the ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 and L16 Gen 2 featuring AMD Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series mobile processors. These Copilot+ PCs are equipped with a high-performance NPU capable of up to 50 TOPS, delivering enhanced on-device AI experiences on Windows 11.ThinkPad L16 Gen 2

Across the portfolio, the ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 and L16 Gen 2 models support up to 64GB of memory4 and up to 2TB of SSD storage4, while the more compact ThinkPad L13 Gen 6 and L13 2-in-1 Gen 6 support up to 32GB of memory4 and up to 1TB of SSD storage4. These options provide flexible performance scaling to meet a range of user needs, from basic productivity to heavier multitasking and storage-intensive workflows.

Premium Additions: X1 Aura Editions Imagined with Intel

Lenovo is also adding configuration options to its premium portfolio with the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition and ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition, now available with the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 200U and 200H processors and Intel vPro. These models build on the vision introduced with the Intel Core Ultra 200V series variants, continuing to deliver Lenovo’s Aura Edition experience — a curated set of enhancements that bring premium design, advanced collaboration tools, and seamless personalization to business professionals.

Designed for elite mobility, both devices feature ultra-light chassis, high screen-to-body ratios, and intelligent collaboration features powered by Lenovo View and Dolby Atmos® audio. With the addition of new processor options, users benefit from improved responsiveness and power efficiency, while IT teams retain the security and manageability features expected from Lenovo’s flagship ThinkPad X1 family.

US Availability and Pricing6The ThinkPad P14s AMD Gen 6 will be available starting May 2025, with an expected starting price of $1,579.

The ThinkPad P16s AMD Gen 4 will be available starting May 2025, with an expected starting price of $1,619.

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 6 will be available starting June 2025, with an expected starting price of $1,509.

Lenovo ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 6 will be available starting June 2025, with an expected starting price of $1,669.

Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 will be available starting June 2025, with an expected starting price of $1,209.

Lenovo ThinkPad L16 Gen 6 will be available starting June 2025, with an expected starting price of $1,219.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition with Intel Core Ultra 200 series will be available starting April 2025, with an expected starting price of $2,269.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition with Intel Core Ultra 200 series will be available starting April 2025, with an expected starting price of $2,399.

Select Product Specifications6

Feature ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 ThinkPad P16s Gen 4

Display Options 14″ 16:10 Display

2.8K OLED (2880 x 1800)

– Add On Film Touch, 500nit, 100% DCI-P3, X-Rite FCC, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflective, Low Blue Light, TÜV Eyesafe®

WUXGA (FHD+) (1920 x 1200)

– IPS, Touch, 500nit, Privacy Guard, 100% sRGB, Anti-Glare

– IPS, Low Power, 500nit, 100% sRGB, ICC Template color calibration, Anti-Glare, Low Blue Light, TÜV Eyesafe

– IPS, Touch, 400nit, 45% CG, Anti-Glare, 3M Dual Brightness Enhancement Film 5

– IPS, 400nit, 45% CG, Anti-Glare, 3M Dual Brightness Enhancement Film 5 16″ 16:10 Display

WQUXGA OLED (3840 x 2400)

– Add On Film Touch, 400nit, 100% DCI-P3, X-Rite FCC, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflective, Low Blue Light, TÜV Eyesafe®

WUXGA (FHD+) (1920 x 1200)

– IPS, Low Power, 500nit, 100% sRGB, ICC Template color calibration, Anti-Glare, Low Blue Light, TÜV Eyesafe

– IPS, Touch, 400nit, 45% CG, Anti-Glare, 3M Dual Brightness Enhancement Film 5

– IPS, 400nit, 45% CG, Anti-Glare, 3M Dual Brightness Enhancement Film 5

Processors Up to AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370

Memory1 Up to 96GB DDR5 (5600MT/s)

Storage 1 Up to 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD

Graphics Up to AMD Radeon 890M

Operating System Up to Windows 11 Pro

Ubuntu Linux

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Fedora Linux

ISV Certifications Including Adobe®, Altair®, ANSYS®, Autodesk®, AVID®, Bentley®, Dassault Including Adobe®, Altair®, ANSYS®, Autodesk®, AVEVA®, AVID®, Bentley®, Dassault®, Nemetschek®, PTC®, Siemens®

Battery CRU 52.5Whr or 57Whr Battery CRU 52.5Whr or 86Whr Battery

Connectivity2 Wi-Fi 7

Bluetooth 5.3

Optional 4G LTE Cat 16

Optional 5G

Optional NFC Wi-Fi 7

Bluetooth 5.3

Optional 5G

Optional NFC

Camera 5MP RGB with ThinkPad Webcam Privacy Shutter and Human Presence Detection

5MP RGB + IR with ThinkPad Webcam Privacy Shutter and Human Presence Detection

Audio Dolby Atmos

Input/Output Ports 2 x Thunderbolt 4, 2 x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1, Smart Card Reader, RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, Audio jack, Nano SIM

Security Touch Fingerprint Reader, Discrete TPM 2.0, IR Camera, Webcam Privacy Shutter, Nano lock

Weight Starting at 1.39kg / 3.06lbs Starting at 1.71kg / 3.77lbs

Dimensions 315.9 x 223.7 x 10.9-16.13 mm

12.44 x 8.81 x 0.43-0.63 inches 359.7 x 251.7 x 11.8-18.14 mm

14.16 x 9.91 x 0.47-0.71 inches

Responsible Design Materials

MIL-SPEC 810H7

30% PCC Recycled Plastic A Cover

30% PCC Recycled Plastic D Cover with WLAN

45% PCC Recycled Plastic D Cover with WWAN and WLAN

90% PCC Recycled Magnesium C Cover

90% PCC Plastic AC Adapter

90% PCC Plastic Speaker Enclosure

85% PCC Plastic Keyboard Caps (Backlit), 70% PCC Plastic Keyboard Caps (non-Backlit)

Plastic free packaging with 90% recycled and/or FSC certified content

Certifications

EPEAT® Gold

ENERGY STAR®

TCO

Feature ThinkPad L13 Gen 6 ThinkPad L13 2-in-1 Gen 6

Display Options 13.3″ 16:10 Display

WUXGA (FHD+) (1920 x 1200)

– IPS, Touch, 400nit, 100% sRGB, AntiGlare, Eyesafe

– IPS, 400nit, 100% sRGB, Anti-Glare, Eyesafe

– IPS, 400nit, 45% NTSC (3M DBEF5 on AMD models) 13.3″ 16:10 Display

WUXGA (FHD+) (1920 x 1200)

– IPS, Touch, 400nit, 100% sRGB, ARAS, Anti-Glare, Eyesafe, Pencil Touch

Processors – Up to Intel Core Ultra 200U processors and Intel vPro

– Up to AMD Ryzen 7 PRO

Memory1 Up to 32GB LPDDR5x

Storage 1 Up to 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD

Graphics – Integrated Intel Graphics

– Up to AMD Radeon 780M Series Graphics

Operating System Up to Windows 11 Pro

Ubuntu Linux

Battery CRU 41Whr or 54Whr Battery

Connectivity2 Up to Wi-Fi 7

Up to Bluetooth 5.4

Optional 4G LTE Cat 6

Optional NFC

Camera Up to 5MP RGB + IR with ThinkPad Webcam Privacy Shutter

– 5MP World Facing Camera on L13 2-in-1

Audio Dolby Audio

Elevoc Voice Dolby Audio

Dolby Voice

Input/Output Ports 2 x Thunderbolt 4, 2 x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1, Smart Card Reader, Audio jack, SIM

Security Touch Fingerprint Reader, Discrete TPM 2.0, IR Camera, Webcam Privacy Shutter, Nano lock

Weight Starting at 1.21kg / 2.66lbs Starting at 1.30kg / 2.87lbs

Dimensions 299 x 215 x 12.0 – 15.7 mm Max height 18.95mm

11.77 x 8.46 x 0.47 – 0.62 inches Max height 0.75 inches 299 x 215 x 12.0 – 15.7 mm Max height 18.35mm

11.77 x 8.46 x 0.47 – 0.62 inches Max height 0.72 inches

Responsible Design Materials

Eclipse Black

MIL-SPEC 810H7

50% Recycled Aluminum A Cover

50% PCC Recycled Plastic B Cover

Plastic free packaging with 90% recycled and/or FSC certified content Materials

Luna Grey

MIL-SPEC 810H7

50% Recycled Aluminum A Cover

50% PCC Recycled Plastic B Cover

Plastic free packaging with 90% recycled and/or FSC certified content

Feature ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 ThinkPad L16 Gen 2

Display Options 14″ 16:10 Display

WUXGA (FHD+) (1920 x 1200)

– IPS, Touch, 400nit, 45% NTSC, AntiGlare, Low Blue Light, DBEF5

– IPS, 500nit, Low Power, 100% sRGB, AntiGlare, Low Blue Light

– IPS, 400nit, 45% NTSC, AntiGlare, DBEF5 16″ 16:10 Display

WUXGA (FHD+) (1920 x 1200)

– IPS, Touch, 400nit, 45% NTSC, AntiGlare, Low Blue Light

– IPS, 500nit, Low Power, 100% sRGB, AntiGlare, Low Blue Light, Eyesafe

– IPS, 400nit, 45% NTSC, AntiGlare, Low Blue Light

Processors – Up to Intel Core Ultra 200U or 200H processors and Intel vPro

– Up to AMD Ryzen AI PRO 300 Series processors

Memory1 Up to 64GB DDR5 (5600MHz) Dual SODIMM

Storage 1 Up to 2TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD

(2nd SSD slot for L14 Gen 6 Intel Core Ultra 200H non-vPro, up to 1TB only)

Graphics – Integrated Intel® Graphics or Intel® ArcTM graphics

– AMD Radeon 800M Series Graphics

Operating System Up to Windows 11 Pro

Ubuntu Linux

Battery CRU 46.5Whr or 57Whr Battery

Connectivity2 Up to Wi-Fi 7

Up to Bluetooth 5.4

Optional 4G LTE

Camera Up to 5MP RGB+IR with ThinkPad Webcam Privacy Shutter

Audio Dolby Atmos

Elevoc Voice

Input/Output Ports 2 x Thunderbolt 4, 2 x USB-A 5Gbps, 1 x USB-A high speed, HDMI 2.1, Smart Card Reader, RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, Audio jack, Nano SIM

Security Touch Fingerprint Reader, Discrete TPM 2.0, IR Camera, Webcam Privacy Shutter, Nano lock

Weight Starting at 1.36kg / 2.99lbs Starting at 1.77kg / 3.90lbs

Dimensions 313.7 x 226 x 11.32-17.01 mm

inches 357.2 x 253.4 x 10.96-19.57 mm

inches

Responsible Design Materials

MIL-SPEC 810H7

up to 50% Recycled Aluminum A Cover

50% PCC Recycled Plastic B

50% PCC Recycled Plastic D Cover (PC/ABS)

30% PCC Recycled Plastic D Cover (PC/CF)

60% PCC Recycled Plastic Keyboard Frame

90% PCC Recycled Plastic Battery Frame

90% PCC Plastic AC Adapter

90% PCC Plastic Speaker Enclosure

85% PCC Plastic Keyboard Caps (Backlit), 70% PCC Plastic Keyboard Caps (non-Backlit)

Plastic free packaging with 90% recycled and/or FSC certified content

Certifications

EPEAT® Gold

ENERGY STAR®

TCO

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About Lenovo

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#TakeaTrip @WBD Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort Network Expands in U.S and Canada

Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts continues to expand across the U.S. and Canada, offering families both new locations as well as more attractions and more ways to stay at existing locations.

“Our franchisees have not only built new parks from the ground up, but they’ve also rebuilt and expanded existing campgrounds and equipped them with the fun water features and other attractions that make Jellystone Park a favorite family glamping and family camping destination,” said Trent Hershenson, vice president of marketing for Camp Jellystone, the Southfield, Michigan-based company that franchises Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts.

Several new Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts have come online in recent years while existing locations have continued to add more and more attractions like water slides, multilevel splashgrounds, floating obstacle courses, snowless tubing, and mini golf, Hershenson said.

With more than 75 franchised locations, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts operates in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences. This year, new Jellystone Park locations are opening in the following locations:

— Cavendish, Prince Edward Island, Canada: Maritime Fun Group, which owns and operates leading family amusement parks and attractions in New Brunswick and on Prince Edward Island, will reopen its Cavendish campground this spring as a Jellystone Park location.

The campground, formerly known as the Cavendish KOA Holiday, will join the Jellystone Park family before Victoria Day (May 19). Attractions at the new Jellystone Park location will include a swimming pool, a jumping pillow, and a petting zoo as well as an RC track where guests can race their own remote-controlled cars and trucks or rent ones on-site. The park also has walking and biking trails and a large playground.

— Lake Charles, Louisiana: Four Points RV Resorts recently acquired LeBleu Lakes RV Resort in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and will convert it to a Jellystone Park Camp-Resort in time for the summer camping season after completing several major improvements. Attractions at the new location will include a swimming pool, water slides, a splashground, jumping pillows, and a floating obstacle course. The park will open May 21 with about 200 campsites and will eventually grow to more than 350 sites.

— Watts Bar Lake, Tennessee: This Jellystone Park location just south of Knoxville opened in February. This summer it will offer two pools, a large splashground with water slides and an outdoor movie theater. Families will also able to meet the Yogi Bear characters, take wagon rides, play laser tag, and experience gem mining. Luxury glamping cabins and premium RV sites are set among the hills and woods overlooking the lake.

Last year, two other campgrounds joined the Jellystone Park network in the following locations:

— Cochran, Georgia: Less than an hour south of Macon, this picturesque Jellystone Park location is set among tall trees and boasts a lake and pool, comfortable cabins, and shaded RV sites. Family activities, interactions with the Yogi Bear characters, hiking trails, Wi-Fi and a dog park make for fun family vacations in a relaxing outdoor environment.

— Zion, Utah: The state’s first Jellystone Park location features a huge water zone with two pools, multiple water slides, a lazy river, a splashground, and hot tubs. Luxury cabins, spacious RV sites, and a full schedule of activities make the Camp-Resort near Sand Hollow State Park and Zion National Park a new family favorite.

Meanwhile, existing Jellystone Park locations continue to add new attractions, RV sites, and cabin accommodations. Consider the following locations:

— Elberta, Alabama: This location currently offers 90 RV sites, 19 cabins and 14 tent sites. Plans are underway to expand this park in two phases, with 25 RV sites early this year followed by another 35 RV sites later.

— Bath, New York: This location hopes to open a mega water slide by Memorial Day weekend. More motel rooms have also been made available at this park. Ice cream has also been added to the snack parlor.

— Bremen, Georgia: This location is completing a major expansion that includes over 200 new RV sites, 71 cabins and 10 covered wagons. It is also in the process of adding new water attractions including a new swimming pool, water slides, a splashground, and a large lake with boats and other water features. This location is also converting its existing store into an activity center.

— Caledonia, Wisconsin: This location is adding two more of its top-of-the-line cabins, which sleep up to eight and feature a large screened porch with a fireplace and TV as well as a lofted deck.

— Estes Park, Colorado: This location is adding nine cabins for the 2025 camping season.

— Grayling, Michigan: This location is expanding its RC car track.

— Jamestown, New York: This location has replaced its existing swimming pool with a brand-new heated swimming pool.

— Madison, Maine: This location will offer gellyball, beginning Memorial Day weekend, complete with blasters and an obstacle course.

— Mansfield, Pennsylvania: This location is adding a Water Wars game.

— Mill Run, Pennsylvania: This location is converting its old miniature golf course into an RC track that is expected to open Memorial Day weekend.

— Milton, New Hampshire: This location is building a water playground with a splashground and water slides which will open this year.

— Nova, Ohio: This location added 72 premium RV sites last year as well as four cabins.

— Plymouth, Indiana: This location is adding new features to its water play area.

— Tabor City, North Carolina: This location is adding a multi-sport facility this year that includes pickleball, basketball, and volleyball courts.

— Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin: This location is adding a “Downpour Derby” to its water playground with competition bucket dumping. Tiny Timbers, the park’s first tiny home, will be available in the spring with sweeping views of Mirror Lake. Virtual tours of every campsite, rental unit and public areas will be available by mid-summer. The park also plans to replace its shuffleboard courts with pickleball.

About Camp Jellystone

With more than 75 locations across the United States and Canada, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts feature fun attractions such as pools and water slides, non-stop family activities, up-close fun with Yogi Bear characters, and glamping-style accommodations. For more information about Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, please visit www.jellystonepark.com. For information on franchising opportunities, please visit www.jellystonefranchise.com.

About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, licensing and operating of location-based entertainment based on the biggest franchises, stories, and characters from Warner Bros.’ world-renowned film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, Cartoon Network and more. WBDGE is home to the groundbreaking locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal theme parks around the world, award-winning Warner Bros. Studio Tour locations in London, Hollywood, and Tokyo, the iconic Harry Potter New York flagship store, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour and countless other experiences inspired by Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS and more. WBDGE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Revenue & Strategy division.

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#SportyPeachy Challenged Athletes Foundation and Össur Expand National Support for Athletes with Physical Disabilities with 92 Sports Prosthetic Grants and Clinics Across the Country

The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and Össur, a global innovator in prosthetic technology, are thrilled to announce the distribution of 92 cutting-edge sports prosthetic feet and knees to youth and adult athletes with limb loss and limb difference as part of CAF’s milestone 31st annual grant cycle.

Building on a powerful 30+ year partnership, CAF and Össur continue to lead the way in expanding mobility, independence, and access to sport through high-performance prosthetics and hands-on support. Over their three-decade partnership, the two organizations have provided more than 2,000 sports prosthetics, making life-changing athletic goals possible for thousands of people with lower limb loss and limb difference. The 2025 grantees include incredible stories of resilience like KD Hill, who lost his leg in a car accident just before NFL camp and Jannae Manzola, a mother of two who recently underwent an above-knee amputation following a recurrence of osteosarcoma.

“Össur is proud to partner with CAF to advance mobility for individuals with physical disabilities,” said Tabi King, Vice President of Strategy at Össur. “Together, we’re building a community where people of all abilities can thrive and live a life without limitations.” She also emphasized the role of prosthetists, the medical professionals who care for amputees: “Their expertise and generosity are the backbone of this program, ensuring each athlete receives a prosthesis that is tailored and custom-fit for their patient’s performance and success.”

2025 Össur + CAF Running and Mobility Clinics Scheduled Nationwide

In addition to distributing the grants, CAF and Össur are continuing to host their acclaimed Running and Mobility Clinics, a series of free day-long events that are designed to foster confidence, skill development, and community for individuals with lower limb loss and limb difference. Led by Dr. Allison Symsack, PT, DPT and Dr. Jen Gruenhagen, PT, DPT, and featuring mentorship from Team USA Paralympians Jamie Brown and Eric McElvenny, the Clinics offer people with lower-limb loss and difference the tools and support to help them enhance their mobility and pursue their goals in sport and beyond.

Clinic Schedule for 2025:

Date City/State Location

Saturday, May 17 Orlando, FL Nicholson Indoor Fieldhouse at UCF

Saturday, June 7 Seattle, WA Seattle University Park

Saturday, October 4 San Antonio, TX STAR Soccer Complex

Saturday, October 25 San Diego, CA TBD

Sunday, November 9 Washington, DC Nationals Park

*Date/Location subject to change

“Össur + CAF Running and Mobility clinics are often the first time someone with limb loss or limb difference realizes what they’re capable of,” said Lauren Gerrbi, Director of Regional Programs at CAF. “With Össur’s support, we’re able to bring that moment of transformation to communities nationwide.”

Some of the 2025 Össur-CAF Grantees Include:

Name: Charlie (Age 9) of Blanchester, OH

Physical Disability: Single Below-Knee Amputee

Personal Story: Charlie has played baseball for three years and thrives as a hitter and fielder. With a new Flex Foot Cheetah Jr. from Össur, he’ll be able to keep up with his teammates, continue playing the sport he loves, and strengthen the friendships he’s built on the field.

Name: Jannae of N. Grosvenordale, CT

Physical Disability: Single Above-Knee Amputee

Personal Story: After an osteosarcoma diagnosis and recent amputation, Jannae is focused on regaining independence and returning to physical activity with her two daughters. Her Össur Flex-Run and Cheetah Knee will help her reconnect with the mental and physical freedom that sport has always brought to her life.

Name: KD of Birmingham, AL

Physical Disability: Single Below-Knee Amputee

Personal Story: A former Ole Miss football player, KD lost his leg in a car accident just before NFL training camp. His new Össur Flex Run sports prosthetic will support his return to strength training and competition—continuing a journey that’s already broken generational barriers and empowered his community.

Name: Eva of Columbus, OH

Physical Disability: Above-Knee Amputee

Personal Story: Eva who became an above-knee amputee due to a dog attack, was surprised with a grant for an Össur Cheetah Xceed and Cheetah Knee during the Columbus Running & Mobility Clinic in 2024. Her enthusiasm for movement and commitment to staying active continue to inspire athletes across generations.

CAF and Össur proudly recognize the following Certified Prosthetist practices that donated time and services to this year’s recipients: Next Step Bionics & Prosthetics, RISE Prosthetics & Orthotics, Prosthetic Innovations, Davidson Prosthetics, Medical Center Orthotics & Prosthetics, Eastside Orthotics & Prosthetics, Southern California Prosthetics, Hanger Clinic, Lerman and Son Orthotics & Prosthetics, Prosthetic Orthotic Associates, David Rotter Prosthetics, and Scott Sabolich Prosthetics and Research.

About Össur

Össur is a leading global provider of innovative prosthetics and bracing and supports that help people live a Life Without Limitations®. A recognized “Technology Pioneer”, Össur focuses on improving people’s mobility through the delivery of solutions that advance patient care. The company has partnered with Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) for over 30 years. Every year, hundreds of people with limb loss and limb difference participate in Össur-sponsored Mobility Clinics across the world. Össur is part of Embla Medical (Nasdaq Copenhagen: EMBLA) www.Össur.com.

About Challenged Athletes Foundation

The Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) stands as a global leader in empowering individuals with physical disabilities to embrace vibrant, active lives. CAF firmly believes that engaging in physical activity fosters self-esteem, encourages independence, and enriches the quality of life. CAF has been at the forefront of the adaptive sports movement for more than three transformative decades, catalyzing change and redefining possibilities. Since its inception in 1994, CAF has raised over $191 million and fulfilled 52,000+ funding requests from people with physical disabilities across all 50 states and more than 73 countries, impacting another 60,000 individuals annually through its outreach efforts. From providing essential equipment like handcycles to offering mentorship and encouragement, CAF's mission is clear: to provide opportunities and support to those who aspire to lead active, athletic lifestyles. To learn more, please visit www.challengedathletes.org.

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#TastyTidbits @CandyUSA Sweets & Snacks Expo Announces 2025 Most Innovative New Product Awards Winners

Sweets & Snacks Expo announced today the winners of the 2025 Most Innovative New Product Awards, recognizing excellence in 12 categories and showcasing the broad range of innovative offerings across the candy and snack industries.

"The Most Innovative New Product Awards are a celebration of the creativity and ingenuity that keeps people coming back to the candy and snack aisles," John Downs, president & CEO of the National Confectioners Association, the host organization for Sweets & Snacks Expo, said. "Consumers turn to confectionery and snack products to add a little sweet or salty touch to special occasions and everyday moments. This year's MINPA winners are outstanding examples of the ways in which the confectionery and snack industries are delivering products to meet consumers where they want to be met."

This year, a record number of products – more than 400 total – were submitted for consideration in a variety of categories, with retail leaders specializing in these powerhouse categories serving as judges. Beginning May 13, these products will be on display in the Featured Product Showcase at the Sweets & Snacks Expo.

The Most Innovative New Product Awards Winners are:Best in Show: Belle's Gourmet Popcorn Matcha Latte Popcorn

Small Business Innovator: Nomad Snacks Pad Thai Flavored Ready-to-eat Popcorn

Chocolate: Pop & Sol Coconut Flaked White Chocolate Covered Cashews

Gourmet/Premium Confections: Mattigan's Dubai Style Chocolate Spread

Gum & Mints: breathROX Popping Breath Mints – Blue Raspberry

Gummy Candy: Nerds Juicy Gummy Clusters – Strawberry Punch

Non-Chocolate Candy: Juicy Drop® Gummy Mystery Cube 5oz Original Flavor

Novelty/Licensed: Ezee Freezee Freeze-n-Peel Strawberry Pop

Seasonal: Amos Tastysounds JinglePop Graffiti

Meat Snacks: Bavarian Meats Original Lil' Landjaeger Individually Wrapped Stick

Salty Snacks: Belle's Gourmet Popcorn Dubai Chocolate Popcorn

Savory Snacks: Snak Club Ramen flavored Snack Mix

Sweet Snacks: Chunk Nibbles Toffee Sweet & Salty Clusters

Baked Goods: Trashy Gourmet Shortbread Cookies with Mini Strawberry Boba from Molly Bz Cookies

About Sweets & Snacks Expo

The Sweets & Snacks Expo is the premier event for the confectionery and snack industries. Featuring new product launches, business-building solutions, and merchandising innovations, this annual trade show brings together qualified candy and snack retail professionals and company representatives who showcase the latest in candy and snack products. The event is sponsored by the National Confectioners Association. Learn more at SweetsAndSnacks.com.

About the National Confectioners Association (NCA)

The National Confectioners Association is the voice of the U.S. confectionery industry. Our member companies create moments of joy with chocolate, candy, gum, and mints, drive $54 billion in retail sales, and add a little sweetness to life. NCA champions policies that help candy makers and other stakeholders in this unique category thrive while reminding consumers that chocolate and candy are treats. Learn more at CandyUSA.com or follow NCA on Facebook, X, and Instagram.

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