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adidas and Wanderlust Break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS(TM) Title for Most people doing yoga in pairs

NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — On Sunday, September 10th adidas and Wanderlust broke the official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title for Most people doing yoga in pairs at the Wanderlust 108 Brooklyn event in Prospect Park. Led by yoga instructors Elena Brower and Lauren Imparato, over 2500 people participated in the record breaking attempt that lasted approximately 10 minutes. The partner flow included three poses — Thick Tree, Supported Chair and Supported Seat Twist.


adidas and Wanderlust Break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title for Most People Doing Yoga in Pairs – Sept 10, 2017

adidas and Wanderlust Break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS Title for Most People Doing Yoga in Pairs – Sept 10, 2017

“The partnership with Wanderlust allows us to create new and exciting opportunities. Breaking a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title was a unique way for us to bring people together and celebrate the largest Wanderlust event in the world,” said Alison Stewart, Senior Director for adidas Women’s.

adidas and Wanderlust share a vision of holistic, high-touch experiences that create community around sport and mindful living. Wanderlust’s transformative events attract some of the world’s most versatile and committed fitness and healthy-lifestyle devotees, including trainers, instructors and attendees. A Wanderlust 108 is full day celebration in support of the mindful movement, featuring a triathlon of three intentional activities in a local park: a 5K run, an outdoor yoga flow class and a guided meditation.

“Wanderlust’s mission is to help people to find their true north, and part of that is making yoga, meditation and mindfulness practice something that’s accessible, attainable, community-focused and fun. The idea of getting grounded while also setting a world record with a friend was immediately appealing, and we’re thrilled to be working with adidas and Guinness to make it happen,” said Sean Hoess, co-CEO of Wanderlust.

For additional images and information, please refer to the media contacts above.  For more information about Wanderlust events please visit www.wanderlust.com. To shop the adidas x Wanderlust Co-Branded apparel collection please visit www.adidas.com.  

About the adidas Group
 adidas is a global leader in the sporting goods industry. A designer and developer of athletic and lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories, adidas has the mission to be the best sports brand in the world. Headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany and Portland, Ore., adidas employs more than 60,000 people across the globe and generated sales of EUR19 billion in 2016.

About Wanderlust:
Wanderlust Holdings, LLC is a global yoga lifestyle company founded in 2009. Our mission is to help you find your true north — to live a healthy and inspired live.  Wanderlust’s events encompass Wanderlust Festival, the largest multi-day yoga and music festivals in the world and Wanderlust 108, a one-day “mindful triathlon” taking place in urban parks across the world. In 2012, we opened the first Wanderlust Yoga studio, a re-imagination of the yoga studio experience and began offering Wanderlust Teacher Training, a yoga teacher-training program inspired by the Wanderlust festival experience. In 2015, we launched Wanderlust TV, a media platform connecting viewers with inspirational teachers and wellness experts and Wanderlust Hollywood, a 10,000 square foot center in Los Angeles, CA offering yoga and meditation classes, a world-class organic restaurant, and a full-featured performance venue.

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Tekni-Plex begins production at new China manufacturing facility

$15 million investment supports Tekni-Plex’s continued commitment to global supply network

WAYNE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Tekni-Plex, Inc.’s new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Suzhou, China, near Shanghai has begun production. The company will hold a grand opening celebration on September 19th.


Tekni-Plex, Inc.’s new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Suzhou, China, near Shanghai has begun production. The company will hold a grand opening celebration on September 19th. The facility is producing Natvar’s recently-announced silicone extrusion tubing and Colorite custom compounds for medical device applications. Production will also include Action Technology’s dip tubes for food/beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, industrial and household pump products.

Earlier this year, Tekni-Plex announced a $15 million investment in the facility to support the growing needs of the Asia-Pacific pharmaceutical and medical device market.

The more than 140,000-square-foot (13,000-square-meter) facility has already started manufacturing products for Tekni-Plex’s Natvar, Colorite and Action Technology business units. The facility features three Class 100K cleanrooms to accommodate medical-grade tubing and components production plus one Class 10K cleanroom that will produce Natvar’s pharma-grade tubing.

The facility is producing Natvar’s recently-announced silicone extrusion tubing for catheters, feeding tubes, drug delivery and peristaltic pump applications. Production for microextrusion tubing that targets a wide variety of demanding neurovascular interventional therapies and surgical applications is expected to be onstream early next year. The facility will also manufacture Colorite custom compounds for medical device applications, and Action Technology’s dip tubes used in a wide variety of food/beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, industrial and household pump applications.

Among those representing Tekni-Plex at the ribbon cutting will be Paul Young, chief executive officer, Russell Hubbard, vice president-international and general manager, Ian Kenny, global managing director, Colorite, and Bob Donohue, general manager of the company’s Natvar business unit.  Local officials are also expected to attend.

For further information about attending the event contact Coco Xu at Coco.Xu@tekni-plex.com.

About Tekni-Plex, Inc.
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2017, Tekni-Plex is a globally-integrated company focused on developing and manufacturing innovative packaging materials, medical compounds and precision-crafted medical tubing solutions for some of the most well-known names in the medical, pharmaceutical, personal care, household and industrial, and food and beverage industries. Tekni-Plex is headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania, and operates manufacturing sites across eight countries worldwide to meet the needs of its global customers.  For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com.

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Why do hair loss prevention and treatment industries pay attention to P1P, a cell-regenerating substance developed in Korea?

-Its effectiveness in overcoming and preventing stress hair loss comes into light

ANYANG, South Korea, Aug. 24, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — P1P (Phytosphingosine 1 Phosphate), a cell-regenerating substance developed in Korea, which is thought to be effective in overcoming hair loss caused by stress, is now drawing attention from the domestic hair loss prevention and treatment industry.


Dr. Myung-Joon Choi of KAIST who released P1P

It was learned that ‘S1P(Sphingosine 1 Phosphate),’ a substance found minimally in the blood, helps to regenerate cells in the body and prevent aging, is effective in preventing necrocytosis due to stress. However, the idea did not lead to the development of products owing to expensive prices.

Under such circumstances, a team of doctors at KAIST continued to delve into the matter in search of its analogs, and succeeded in identifying P1P. By applying P1P to cosmetic and hair loss prevention products, ‘P1P’, a ‘phytosia’ and aesthetic skin care brand, was launched into the market, earning a patent associated with prevention and treatment of hair loss, and a composition for hair growth. From this connection, a skin and hair society in Europe announced the effect of P1P on the mechanism of hair growth.

Dr. Myung-Joon Choi of KAIST who released P1P said, “While studies are actively under way on the application of P1P worldwide, the projects have met a limitation, that is, it is prohibitively expensive, making it a project of low marketability. Under such circumstances, I am so glad that we managed to open the possibility of commercializing the substance since we have secured a technology of synthesizing the substance for mass production. We will continue to work steadily on the project to introduce better products.” 

The P1P substance developed by Korea’s phyto-associated industries are expected to find extensive applications in the domestic medical and bio-industry for stem cell culture technology and the treatment of degenerative neurological diseases.

Contacts:

PHYTOS Co., Ltd.
Myeongjun Choi
Mobile: +82)10-9369-5339
Office: +82)70-7404-6642
Email: myeongjun@p1p.kr

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Young Living Essential Oils Promotes Lauren Walker to Chief Supply Officer

-Walker Leads the Sourcing Pillar of Young Living’s Seed to Seal Program-

LEHI, Utah, Aug. 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Young Living Essential Oils, the world leader in essential oils, today announced that it has promoted Lauren Walker to the role of Chief Supply Officer. In her time with Young Living, she and her team have further implemented rigorous sourcing standards while also streamlining manufacturing, warehousing and fulfillment operations.

“Lauren embraces Young Living’s passion for being stewards of the earth and has been a driving force in ensuring that the sourcing, manufacturing and shipping components of our business all operate under that mindset,” said Jared Turner, Young Living Chief Operating Officer. “Her experience and expertise in project management, manufacturing, and supply chain gained throughout her career has been a great addition to our strong executive team.”

Walker leads the sourcing pillar of Young Living’s Seed to Seal program (Sourcing, Science and Standards), that governs how we obtain our products — whether from our corporate-owned farms, partner farms, or Seed to Seal-certified supplier. The sourcing pillar is also a major part of how we verify, through internal and third-party tracking, that the superior essential oils and premium ingredients in our products such as foods, skin care, and supplements were produced and manufactured according to industry best practices and our own high standards.

“We have an obligation to provide our customers with the highest quality products and the best customer experience, and we do that by having effective processes in place,” said Walker. “I’m proud that our team has assessed the whole supply chain of an oil and refined or established processes that help us provide the best products and services to our customers.”                   

Throughout her three-decade career with high-profile international companies, Walker has established herself as a leader and an innovator in streamlining global systems. After completing her engineering degree, she worked for Xerox as an engineer, followed by 10 years with Procter & Gamble in supply chain, manufacturing/technical operations, and quality. She also worked for seven years with Johnson & Johnson as a plant manager and as Program Manager of their Oral Care franchise. Prior to joining Young Living in 2016, she was Vice President of Manufacturing at Amway, where she was responsible for manufacturing across all product lines: nutrition, home care, personal care, beauty care, durable goods, and paper products.

In addition to her extensive experience, Walker has been a keynote speaker for American Manufacturing Strategies Summit and Front End Innovations Conference, is a Lean Six Sigma Project Champion in Manufacturing, and is Green Belt Certified. She holds a degree in engineering from Union College in New York. Lauren currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Salt Lake Chamber.

About Young Living Essential Oils
Young Living Essential Oils, LC, is the world leader in essential oils, with a strict Seed to Seal® process that produces pure essential oil products for every individual, family, and lifestyle. This process ensures that all products are genuine, free of synthetic chemicals, and pure. This commitment stems from the company’s more than 20 years of stewardship toward the earth and its people. For more information, visit YoungLiving.com.

Media Contact:
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U.S. FDA Determines Celliant (R) Responsive Textile Products Meet Criteria as Medical Devices and General Wellness Products

– Hologenix, LLC’s technology is first of its kind to secure joint FDA designations 

– Celliant-engineered products clinically proven to promote increased localized blood flow

– FDA determination to usher in new era of performance fabrics, responsive textiles

LOS ANGELES, July 25, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Hologenix, LLC, maker of Celliant, the world’s most advanced, clinically tested responsive textile technology, announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has determined Celliant products are medical devices and general wellness products, as defined in Section 201(h) of the Federal Food, Drug and, Cosmetic Act. According to the FDA, Celliant products were determined to be medical devices because they temporarily promote increased local blood flow at the site of application in healthy individuals.


PureCare Elements: Lumen® Premium Celliant® Sheet Set: The first linen collection that uses Celliant to increase comfort and promote faster recovery while you sleep.

SIMA award winner, Xcel Infinity Comp TDC Full Suit with Celliant: Uses Celliant to create the warmest wetsuit lining so you can surf longer and recover faster.

ISPO award winner, Tecnica Mach 1 Pro Women Ski Boot: A ski boot made for women by women that uses Celliant and Lambswool Heat from Imbotex in its lining to address women’s specific needs for warmth, comfort and performance on and off the slope. Release date: Fall 2017

Salewa Puez TirolWool Celliant Half Zip Jacket: Bends TirolWool, naturally warm, breathable and hydrophobic insulation from Imbotex, with Celliant to keep outdoor enthusiasts energized and warm all day long. Release date: Fall 2017

“Celliant-engineered products are the first of their kind that the FDA has designated as medical devices,” said Seth Casden, Hologenix CEO. “Our technology can be used in everyday products — t-shirts, clothing, bedding, even airplane seats — to create an increase in local blood flow thereby increasing energy, boosting performance and speeding muscle recovery.”

“We believe that Celliant is a truly disruptive technology that has transformational applications for textiles,” Casden said. “We’re currently evaluating additional applications of Celliant in the healthcare space, where, for example, people who suffer from diabetes might benefit from increased blood flow to body tissue.”

Celliant-engineered products harness and recycle the natural heat emitted by human beings to boost performance and rebuild and recharge the human body after physical activity and while you sleep. Celliant is made of a patented blend of thermo-reactive minerals infused into the core of fiber used to create all types of textiles and fabrics so it does not wash or wear out. Products made with Celliant fabric absorb and convert body heat into infrared energy (IR) that is recycled back into skin and tissue in a safe, natural way. IR is a vasodilator, increasing blood flow to tissue and muscles throughout the body, which delivers vital nutrients and oxygen to the cells. The effect is clinically proven to help the body:

  • increase energy, endurance, stamina and performance,
  • recover faster from physical activity,
  • promote restful sleep and increased comfort.

Celliant is used in a diverse range of textiles and applications – apparel, bedding, wetsuits and veterinary products, including:

  • SIMA award winner, Xcel Infinity Comp TDC Full Suit with Celliant which uses Celliant to create the warmest wetsuit lining so you can surf longer and recover faster;
  • Salewa Puez TirolWool Celliant Half Zip Jacket that blends TirolWool, naturally warm, breathable and hydrophobic insulation from Imbotex, with Celliant to keep outdoor enthusiasts energized and warm all day long. Release date: Fall 2017;
  • ISPO award winner, Tecnica Mach 1 Pro Women Ski Boot, a ski boot made for women by women that uses Celliant and Lambswool Heat from Imbotex in its lining to address women’s specific needs for warmth, comfort and performance on and off the slope. Release date: Fall 2017;
  • PureCare Elements: Lumen® Premium Celliant® Sheet Set, the first linen collection that uses Celliant to increase comfort and promote faster recovery while you sleep.

“Science has shown that infrared energy increases blood flow, improves muscle recovery and reduces long-term pain,” said Dr. Michael R Hamblin, principal investigator at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. “The FDA’s determination of Celliant products as medical devices and general wellness products will likely spur interest in infrared technologies and further development of garments and wraps that can positively impact people’s well-being.”

Celliant has been extensively researched, developed and clinically tested for both durability and effectiveness. Prominent institutions have conducted nine clinical trials to evaluate Celliant’s performance including University of California Irvine, University of Calgary, UCI Long Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Texas A&M University, Loyola University Chicago and Exponent. Celliant technology has been shown to increase tissue oxygen levels by eight percent at the site of applicationi. Click here for NIH independent study on the benefits of IR on recovery.

About Celliant®
Celliant is a revolutionary, patented technology that harnesses and recycles the body’s natural energy through the medium of fibers. Celliant’s applied science utilizes a blend of minerals and proprietary ingredients that are embedded into the core of the fiber. Use of products containing this technology has been clinically proven to enhance tissue oxygen levels, improve athletic performance, sleep quality, health and wellness. Fibers, yarns and fabrics with Celliant technology can be found in some of the world’s most recognized name brands. For more information, visit www.celliant.com.  

About Hologenix, LLC
Founded in 2002, Hologenix, LLC, maker of Celliant technology, is committed to creating, developing and bringing to market products that enhance people’s lives through new materials. They strive to deliver the future of healthy innovation through a variety of consumer categories. In addition to the United States, Celliant is designated as a Class I medical device in Canada, European Union, Australia and New Zealand. The Company continues to explore new territories and is currently running FDA-focused, clinical trials to expand into the medical product arena.

i Dr. Ian Gordon – University of CA, Irvine, Effect of Garment with 42% Celliant Fiber on TCP02 Levels and Grip Strength in Healthy Subjects. 2010

Contact: Julia Moore, +1-212-445-8160, Julia.Moore@webershandwick.com

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Venus Concept Closes $38 Million Equity Financing to Support Continued Growth Opportunities

TORONTO, July 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Venus Concept Ltd., a privately-held and innovative global aesthetic technology leader, today announced the closing of a $38 million equity investment. The equity investment was led by EW Healthcare Partners along with significant participation from HealthQuest Capital and Madryn Asset Management. This financing will help support the rapid growth of Venus Concept’s industry first and only subscription-based business model, the ongoing expansion and maturation of its 27 direct global offices, and the continued development of products to serve the aesthetic marketplace.

Scott Barry, Managing Director of EW Healthcare Partners, also commented on the investment: “We are pleased to be supporting Dom and the management team of Venus Concept as they continue to successfully expand their product portfolio and services globally. We believe that their differentiated subscription model and unique products positions them well to take full advantage of tailwinds in the non-invasive aesthetic market. We are excited to participate in the growth of the company.”

In conjunction with their investments, EW Healthcare Partners and HealthQuest will each receive one seat on Venus Concept’s board of directors.

Northland Securities, Inc. acted as the sole Placement Agent for this transaction.

About Venus Concept

Venus Concept is a global medical technology company that develops, commercializes, and delivers safe, efficacious, and easy-to-use aesthetic technologies and related practice enhancement services in a unique, industry-disruptive subscription-based business model. Venus Concept’s devices have been designed in cost-effective and proprietary ways that enable the company to expand beyond the aesthetic industry’s traditional markets of dermatology and plastic surgery, and into non-traditional markets such as family practice, general practice, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and medical spas. Approximately 70 per cent of its devices are sold in non-traditional markets. The company has expanded its subscription platform and is now selling its devices in over 60 countries, including 27 with direct offices. The company now has over 400 global employees whose customer-centric approach has supported the rapid growth of the company. For more information, please visit www.venusconcept.com.

About EW Healthcare Partners

With over $3.0 billion under management, EW Healthcare Partners is one of the largest and oldest growth equity firms pursuing investments in pharmaceuticals, medical devices, healthcare services, and healthcare information technology. Since its founding in 1985, Essex Woodlands has maintained its singular commitment to the healthcare industry and has been involved in the founding, investing, and/or management of over 150 healthcare companies, ranging across sectors, stages, and geographies. The team is comprised of over 20 senior investment professionals with offices in Palo Alto, Houston, New York, and London. For more information, please see www.ewhealthcare.com.

About HealthQuest Capital

HealthQuest Capital makes early growth investments in innovative commercial-stage healthcare companies that are improving both patient outcomes and healthcare economics. Investments focus on medical products, diagnostics, healthcare IT, and technology-enabled healthcare services. HealthQuest Capital is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA with west coast and east coast offices. Learn more at www.healthquestcapital.com.

About Madryn Asset Management, LP

Madryn Asset Management, LP is a leading alternative asset management firm that invests in innovative healthcare companies specializing in unique and transformative products, technologies, and services that create attractive economic opportunities. Backed by a seasoned executive management team, the firm draws upon its diverse expertise and original insights to deliver attractive returns for its limited partners while creating long-term value in support of its portfolio companies.

For further information: Melissa Kang, Phone: (888) 907-0115 ext. 139, Fax: (855) 905-0115, Email: mkang@venusconcept.com

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