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April 18, 2013
Michel Coutu resigns from Rite Aid board

Rite Aid board member Michel Coutu has resigned, effective Wednesday, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing.

NEW YORK — Rite Aid board member Michel Coutu has resigned, effective Wednesday, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing.

Coutu's notification follows an announcement by The Jean Coutu Group Tuesday that it had sold 72.5 million Rite Aid shares, reducing its stake in the company to 11.7%.

In addition, board member and former chairman Mary Sammons notified the company Wednesday that she wouldn't seek reelection as a director at its annual shareholder meeting.

April 16, 2013
Publix adds board member

During its annual stockholders’ meeting, Steve Knopik was elected to Publix Super Markets’ board of directors.

LAKELAND, Fla. — During its annual stockholders’ meeting today, Steve Knopik was elected to Publix Super Markets’ board of directors.

“We are pleased to have Steve join the Publix board,” said Publix chairman of the board Charlie Jenkins, Jr. “His strong retail and financial background and commitment to the community will make him a strong addition to our board.”

March 12, 2013
Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy CEO Phil Hagerman joins NASP board

Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy CEO Phil Hagerman has joined the board of directors of the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy, the group said Tuesday.

TAMPA, Fla. — Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy CEO Phil Hagerman has joined the board of directors of the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy, the group said Tuesday.

The NASP also noted that Diplomat had joined it as a founding member. Diplomat is the largest privately-owned specialty pharmacy in the country, with revenues exceeding $1.1 billion in 2012.

March 6, 2013
GNC names new board member

GNC named Scott O'Hara to its board of directors.

PITTSBURGH — GNC on Monday named Scott O'Hara to its board of directors. 

"[O'Hara's] wealth of knowledge and experience, particularly his international business expertise, should be a valuable resource to GNC as we move forward," stated Joe Fortunato, GNC chairman and CEO. 

March 6, 2013
Nutritional Magnesium Association critiques recent U.S. Preventive Services Task Force report

The Nutritional Magnesium Association noted magnesium is an essential nutrient that helps absorb necessary nutritional supplements like vitamin D or calcium in response to a recent U.S. Preventive Services Task Force report that suggested supplementing with these ingredients may not help prevent bone fractures in postmenopausal women, while also increasing the risk of kidney stones.

LOS ANGELES — The Nutritional Magnesium Association on Wednesday noted magnesium is an essential nutrient that helps absorb necessary nutritional supplements like vitamin D or calcium in response to a recent U.S. Preventive Services Task Force report that suggested supplementing with these ingredients may not help prevent bone fractures in postmenopausal women, while also increasing the risk of kidney stones. 

March 5, 2013
P&G co-promotes sleep with Downy and ZzzQuill for National Sleep Awareness Week

Procter & Gamble’s Downy and ZzzQuil brands have joined forces to help consumers create an environment that is conducive for falling asleep in time for National Sleep Awareness Week March 3-10.

CINCINNATI — Procter & Gamble’s Downy and ZzzQuil brands have joined forces to help consumers create an environment that is conducive for falling asleep in time for National Sleep Awareness Week March 3 to 10. 

According to a recent poll by the National Sleep Foundation, 1-in-4 adults report occasional sleeplessness with difficulty falling asleep at least a few times a week. 

January 7, 2013
Former Coty CEO Bernd Beetz joins Archetypes' board of directors

Bernd Beetz, former CEO of Coty, has been appointed to the board of directors of Archetypes, a personal lifestyle company that was founded on the philosophy of archetypes.

NEW YORK — Bernd Beetz, former CEO of Coty, has been appointed to the board of directors of Archetypes, a personal lifestyle company that was founded on the philosophy of archetypes.

“I am excited to be involved with such an innovative company where content, lifestyle and community truly come together in a personalized way. I’ve seen my fair share of great brands, and I believe in Archetypes’ potential,” Beetz stated.

November 16, 2012
GNC product partner and AquaHydrate board member Mark Wahlberg heralds new sports drink distribution

In the wake of a summer rebranding campaign aimed at active, health-conscious consumers, AquaHydrate on Thursday announced expansion of its distribution through GNC.

LOS ANGELES — In the wake of a summer rebranding campaign aimed at active, health-conscious consumers, AquaHydrate on Thursday announced expansion of its distribution through GNC. 

The AquaHydrate line offers consumers "Supercharged Hydration," a combination of key electrolytes and alkalinity that helps restore balance to the body. While many sports and vitamin drinks hover around a 4 pH (relatively acidic) and most bottled water between 7 and 7.5 (pH neutral), AquaHydrate stands at a pH value of more than 9 (relatively alkaline).

August 30, 2012
Symphony Health Solutions appoints senior executives, new board member

Symphony Health Solutions has expanded its senior leadership team.

HORSHAM, Pa. — Symphony Health Solutions has expanded its senior leadership team.

The company — which is owned by Palo Alto, Calif.-based strategic equity firm Symphony Technology Group — said former SunGuard Higher Education CFO John Milana has been appointed CFO of the company;  Jonathan Rosan, who had served as general counsel for interactive marketing agency Rosetta, has been named general counsel; and software engineering veteran Nigel Pratt has been named chief technology officer.

July 12, 2012
Walgreens taps former McDonald's CEO to be nonexecutive chairman

Walgreens on Thursday named James Skinner, Walgreens board member since 2005 and recently retired McDonald's CEO, as the new nonexecutive chairman of the board of Walgreens.

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens on Thursday named James Skinner, Walgreens board member since 2005 and recently retired McDonald's CEO, as the new nonexecutive chairman of the board of Walgreens. Skinner will succeed Al McNally, who has served on the Walgreens board since 1999 and as nonexecutive chairman since 2009. McNally will continue serving on the Walgreens board.

April 11, 2012
Walgreens adds seasoned technology, sustainability vet to board

Walgreens on Tuesday evening elected Jan Babiak, a retired managing partner for Ernst & Young, to its board of directors.

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens on Tuesday evening elected Jan Babiak, a retired managing partner for Ernst & Young, to its board of directors. Babiak, who joins the board as an independent director, becomes the board’s 12th member.

April 9, 2012
Former Jones Soda executive returns as board member

Jones Soda has appointed one of its former executives to its board.

SEATTLE — Jones Soda has appointed one of its former executives to its board.

Jennifer Cue, who served in various roles — including CFO, COO and board member from 1995 to 2005 — has rejoined the company as a member of its board of directors.

February 23, 2012
Coupons.com names e-commerce aficionado Dawn Lepore to board

Coupons.com on Thursday announced the appointment of Dawn Lepore, former chairman and CEO of Drugstore.com, to its board of directors.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — Coupons.com on Thursday announced the appointment of Dawn Lepore, former chairman and CEO of Drugstore.com, to its board of directors.

“Dawn is a widely admired business leader and e-commerce trail blazer,” Coupons.com founder and CEO Steven Boal said. “Her leadership, expertise in building successful online businesses and experience as a board member of such companies as eBay, Walmart and The New York Times Co. will be a great asset to us as we continue to rapidly grow our business.”

February 10, 2012
Former Longs Drug Stores CEO Roath joins Altierre's board

Altierre, a provider of ultra low-power wireless solutions for retailers, has announced that retail industry veteran and former Longs Drug Stores CEO Steve Roath has joined the company’s board of directors.

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Altierre, a provider of ultra low-power wireless solutions for retailers, has announced that retail industry veteran and former Longs Drug Stores CEO Steve Roath has joined the company’s board of directors.

January 26, 2012
Former Walgreens CEO Rein joins Stat Health Services board

Stat Health Services on Wednesday named Jeffrey Rein, former chairman and CEO of Walgreens, to the company's board of directors.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Stat Health Services on Wednesday named Jeffrey Rein, former chairman and CEO of Walgreens, to the company's board of directors.

December 7, 2011
Data from Qnexa study presented at World Diabetes Congress

Obese diabetes patients could experience weight loss when taking Vivus' anti-obesity drug, according to an oral presentation at the International Diabetes Federation's World Diabetes Congress in Dubai.

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. — Obese diabetes patients could experience weight loss when taking Vivus' anti-obesity drug, according to an oral presentation at the International Diabetes Federation's World Diabetes Congress in Dubai.

November 29, 2011
Taro board member steps down

Taro Pharmaceutical Industries announced that one of its board members has resigned.

HAWTHORNE, N.Y. — Taro Pharmaceutical Industries announced that one of its board members has resigned.

The generic drug maker confirmed the resignation of Ilan Leviteh, effective Nov. 14. Leviteh stepped down as a director due to demands on his time relating to obligations to other companies, along with concern over fulfilling the increased time commitments required of the board in light of the recent offer from Sun Pharmaceutical Industries to purchase all of Taro’s issued and outstanding shares not currently held by Sun Pharma.

November 18, 2011
The College of Physicians of Philadelphia elects first nurse practitioner

The Fellowship of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia on Friday elected the first nurse practitioner to its ranks: Sandra Ryan, Walgreens' Take Care Health Systems chief nurse practitioner officer and clinical advocate.

PHILADELPHIA — The Fellowship of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia on Friday elected the first nurse practitioner to its ranks: Sandra Ryan, Walgreens' Take Care Health Systems chief nurse practitioner officer and clinical advocate.

November 9, 2011
Coty names former Reckitt Benckiser CEO as nonexecutive chairman

Coty has announced that Bart Becht, former Reckitt Benckiser CEO, has joined its board as nonexecutive chairman.

NEW YORK — Coty has announced that Bart Becht, former Reckitt Benckiser CEO, has joined its board as nonexecutive chairman.

Becht stepped down as CEO of Reckitt Benckiser, a U.K.-based consumer goods company, in August 2011.

September 29, 2011
Family Dollar appoints Edward Garden to board

The chief investment officer of Trian Fund Management has been named to the board of directors at Family Dollar, the retailer announced.

MATTHEWS, N.C. — The chief investment officer of Trian Fund Management has been named to the board of directors at Family Dollar, the retailer announced.

Edward Garden's appointment as board member is effective immediately. With this appointment, Family Dollar's board expands to 11 directors.

September 8, 2011
Former Del Monte CEO joins Schiff Nutrition's board

Richard Wolford has joined the board of directors at Schiff Nutrition.

SALT LAKE CITY — Richard Wolford has joined the board of directors at Schiff Nutrition.

Wolford most recently served as chairman, president and CEO of Del Monte Foods. Additionally, he served as chairman of the board of the Grocery Manufacturers Association from 2010 until 2011.

“The board and I have set important goals to drive shareholder value,” Schiff Nutrition president and CEO Tarang Amin said. “We look forward to Rick’s insight as we focus on our long-term growth strategies.”

August 18, 2011
Board member at Valeant steps down

Valeant Pharmaceuticals on Thursday announced the resignation of Michael Van Every from its board of directors.

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Valeant Pharmaceuticals on Thursday announced the resignation of Michael Van Every from its board of directors.

The company said Van Every, who has served on the board since 2004, resigned due to health reasons.

July 27, 2011
Mary Sammons to serve on Magellan's board

Rite Aid chairman Mary Sammons has been appointed to Magellan Health Services’ board of directors, Magellan said.

AVON, Conn. — Rite Aid chairman Mary Sammons has been appointed to Magellan Health Services’ board of directors, Magellan said.

The addition of Sammons increases the number of members on Magellan’s board to nine. Sammons began at Rite Aid as president and COO in 1999, becoming CEO in 2003 and chairman in 2007. The current president and CEO is John Standley.

July 21, 2011
PepsiCo expands board of directors

PepsiCo has expanded its board of directors with a new member.

PURCHASE, N.Y. — PepsiCo has expanded its board of directors with a new member.

Bunge chairman and CEO Alberto Weisser will join Pepsi's board, effective Sept. 14. Bunge is a global food, commodity and agribusiness company.

Weisser's election brings the total number of directors to 13 and the total number of independent outside directors to 12. PepsiCo chairman and CEO Indra Nooyi serves as the company's inside director.

May 4, 2011
NACDS Foundation appoints new board member

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation has elected a Coca-Cola executive to its board of directors.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation has elected a Coca-Cola executive to its board of directors.

Diane Wallace will join the NACDS Foundation's board for a one-year term. Additionally, NACDS president and CEO Steve Anderson was elected to serve as chairman of the NACDS Foundation board of directors; Edith Rosato will serve as president; R. James Huber, NACDS EVP and CFO, will serve as treasurer; and Nicki Robins, NACDS assistant general counsel, will serve as secretary. All officers will serve a one-year term.