Jan. 5, 2023 Jenny Craig is expanding its menu of nearly 100 food options with the launch of Jenny Fresh, a line of entrees that are prepared fresh and delivered directly to customers' doors. Jenny Fresh will be sold separately from Jenny Craig's weight loss and healthy meal plans, but can be integrated seamlessly into…
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Jenny Craig Appoints New CEO
Dec. 14, 2022 Weight loss and company Jenny Craig Inc. has promoted its president and chief operating officer Mandy Dowson to chief executive officer. Jenny Craig's former CEO David Pastrana, who led the brand for three years, will remain with the company through the end of the year and transition into a role on the…
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Medifast Reports Q3 Results
Nov. 4, 2022 According to management: "We've seen faster than anticipated improvement in customer retention rates back to quarterly historical norms, as we focus on delivering a high quality experience for all customers," said Dan Chard, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer. "At the same time, the world is in a period of economic disruption right now,…
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Weight Watchers Reports Q3 Results
Nov. 4, 2022 WW reported its results for the 3rd quarter of 2022. Management said that: “We are encouraged by early indicators that our data-informed approach to product development – focused on our core pillars of community, accountability, and coaching – is starting to yield positive results,” said Sima Sistani, the Company’s CEO. “With nearly 60…
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New Bills To Ban Diet Pill Sales to Minors
Sept. 19, 2022 Lawmakers are seeking to limit the sale of diet pills and weight loss supplements to children with the introduction of new bills in California and New York. The bills in California and New York would prohibit retailers from selling dietary supplements for weight loss and over-the-counter diet pills to anyone under the…
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Found Finds $ For New Weight Loss Venture
Sept. 3, 2022 Found Health is a new weight loss company that claims to offer a science-backed solution for personalized, lasting weight care that addresses the missing link in the existing weight loss market: biology. Found is a direct-to-consumer healthcare company with a focus on supporting your weight loss journey holistically, based on the science of…
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WW Reports Q2 2022 Results
August 5, 2022 WW (Weight Watchers) today reported its 2nd quarter 2022 results. According to management, Sima Sistani, the Company’s CEO... “2022 will be a transition year while we execute on a number of initiatives to simplify the business and build a foundation for profitable growth.” Amy O’Keefe, the Company’s CFO, said, “The actions that…
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Medifast Reports Q2 Results, Stock Price Sinks
August 4, 2022 Medifast reported its Q2 2022 results. Management reported that: "We delivered another solid quarter at Medifast, with revenues up 15%, almost 15% growth in the number of active earning Coaches, and robust Coach productivity. The customized support of OPTAVIA Coaches remains a key differentiator for our business, and these results are a demonstration…
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