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<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="dc3ecce7-a4eb-4e66-a206-4ce733f4cb24" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Tork%20Lifestyle_Tork_3.11.25A.png" width="640" height="720" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Businesses can improve their reputation and performance by providing washrooms that meet the needs of all visitors.</figcaption></figure>Tork, an Essity brand and a global leader in professional hygiene, today announced that the Tork dispenser development process is the first in the world to be certified according to the Design for All standard (<a href="https://accessible-eu-centre.ec.europa.eu/content-corner/digital-library/en-171612019-design-all-accessibility-following-design-all-approach-products-goods-and-services_en?prefLang=it" target="_blank">EN 17161</a>).1 This approach aims to make hygiene in public spaces accessible for the majority of users. It strengthens the Tork commitment to helping businesses provide inclusive hygiene solutions in public restrooms and other public spaces. 

“We are committed to making public hygiene accessible to the majority of users by working to eliminate visible and invisible barriers to hygiene,” said Kristian Grennfelt, Global Brand Innovation Director, Professional Hygiene, Essity. “Restrooms are the busiest rooms in a building, and when businesses provide public restrooms designed to meet the needs of many, it not only improves their reputation but also improves their overall business. In fact, nearly 90% of people say it’s important for them to have easy access to hygiene in public, particularly in the restroom.2 It’s clear that providing inclusive hygiene in public restrooms is good for people and for business.”

Applying design for all principles to the Tork dispenser development process helps reduce barriers to hygiene for users with a range of conditions, capabilities, neuro-diversities, general hygiene concerns and in various stages of life. For example, the Tork PeakServe® range of hand towel dispensers was designed with low pull force, accommodating people with varying hand strength, such as children, and is certified as Easy to Use 3 by the Swedish Rheumatism Association.

“Designing better products for all users – including cleaning and maintenance staff – is a long-held philosophy that has always guided our way of working,” Grennfelt continued. “Design for all principles have been central to our approach for decades and we are proud to have received the first certification according to the official Design for All standard. Tork has the scale, reach, expertise and responsibility to advocate for this with other influencers.”

Essity began pursuing certification according to the Design for All standard in 2020, even though no organizations were accredited to certify it at the time. Essity’s commitment to obtaining Design for All certification resulted in RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, an independent state-owned research institute, becoming the first to be accredited and able to offer the certification. This is the latest step in the Tork brand’s journey to advance hygiene standards, building on earlier work including developing Tork Easy Handling® packaging solutions and securing Easy to Use certification for many dispensers.

While Tork brand products are used in a range of settings, the brand has pledged support for making hygiene in public restrooms more inclusive for as many people as possible. By convening industry leaders and driving proprietary research, the brand aims to spotlight, understand, and solve the barriers that people face in public restrooms. Tork is looking closely at many elements – from hygiene concerns to an individual’s evolving capabilities – to inform the design process and modify existing solutions or create new solutions that are more inclusive for all.

The Tork dispenser design and development process will be audited annually by RISE according to the Design for All standard (EN 17161:2019. Design for All - Accessibility following a Design for All approach in products, goods and services - Extending the range of users).

To learn more about the Tork brand’s commitment to delivering hygiene for all and how businesses can benefit from providing better hygiene solutions, please visit: <a href="https://www.torkglobal.com/us/en/index.html" target="_blank">www.torkusa.com</a>
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="86d4c103-a5d2-4da5-b574-69522654cfd0" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Tork.RISE_.DesignForAll.2025_Tork_3.11.25B.jpg" width="640" height="854" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Essity Professional Hygiene leadership accepts the world’s first Design for All certification from RISE.</figcaption></figure>For additional information please contact: <a href="mailto:FHTork@fleishman.com" target="_blank">FHTork@fleishman.com</a>

1Standard EN17161. The Design for All is a development process that considers diverse user needs to encourage and promote accessibility of products and services by as many people as possible.

2 Tork Insight Survey 2024, conducted in US, UK, Germany, France and Mexico among 6000 end-users and 900 businesses.

3 Tork has a range of dispensers that are certified “Easy to use” by the Swedish Rheumatism Association for people with limited hand functionality.

About Tork

The Tork brand offers professional hygiene products and services to customers worldwide, ranging from restaurants and healthcare facilities to offices, schools and industries. Our products include dispensers, paper towels, toilet tissue, soap, hand sanitizers, napkins, wipers, but also software solutions for data-driven cleaning. Through expertise in hygiene, functional design and sustainability, Tork has become a market leader that empowers customers to think ahead and improve business outcomes through sustainable hygiene management. Tork is a global brand of Essity, and a committed partner to customers in over 110 countries. To keep up with the latest Tork news and innovations, please visit: <a href="https://www.torkglobal.com/us/en/index.html" target="_blank">www.torkusa.com</a>

Tork Receives World’s First Certification for Meeting European Design for All Standard

<img alt="3M technician inspecting pipes at a factory." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="12e6128c-dbf6-4e5c-9207-03593e84cead" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/3M%20State%20of%20Science_3M_3.7.25A.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="667" loading="lazy" /><a href="https://news.3m.com/3M-2025-State-of-Science-Insights-reveals-optimism-for-the-future" target="_blank">Originally published on 3M News Center</a>

Mobility, work, safety, and the energy economy fundamentally shape our daily lives. Regardless of where people reside, these four areas significantly influence our home life, work environment, and community interactions.

People worldwide acknowledge the challenges associated with these topics. However, there is a prevailing sense of optimism about how each area can positively impact our future. This optimism creates opportunities for businesses and governments to collaborate, leveraging science and innovation to address today's most pressing challenges.

“As a global leader in materials science, technology and manufacturing, 3M is uniquely positioned and committed to leading the way with transformative solutions,” said 3M’s corporate scientist and chief science advocate, Dr. Jayshree Seth. “We are dedicated to innovation and science-based problem-solving to deliver scalable, effective solutions to a world eager for progress, with a promise to help build a better future for all.”

In partnership with Morning Consult, 3M conducted original research in the areas of mobility, work, safety and energy to uncover insights and preferences of people around the world.*

Mobility finds people open to innovation, but prefer personal autonomy 

Not only do people prioritize travel via personal vehicles, but they also embrace innovation in the technology that drives them – especially as they look to the future. Only about 21% surveyed said they have electric or hybrid vehicles today—but about half, 53%, said they would prefer to have one if cost were not a factor. For now, cost is very much a factor: 80% say it’s the main concern they have about electric vehicles (EVs). Almost as many, 79%, say battery range discourages them in purchasing one, and 78% say the ability to find chargers does the same. Safety, fire risk and the environmental impact of producing lithium batteries were among other concerns.

Fortunately, ongoing innovation is actively addressing these issues. 3M is making strides in battery, adhesive, and display technologies that can make EVs lighter, safer and, easier to operate. For example, <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/c/advanced-materials/glass-bubbles/" target="_blank">3M Glass Bubbles</a> make composite materials lighter, which means cars built using them can be more efficient. Specialized <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/bonding-and-assembly-us/resources/automated-manufacturing-adhesives-tapes/?utm_term=sibg-iatd-assem-de_de-eng-g_a_o-cpc-google-multiport-696744655649-nonbrand-apr24-na&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiA7se8BhCAARIsAKnF3rx6kiJD4GXGU_O5y4-y683V1h6EBpfcnMw_fwDLG3_06_8AzD3WkvMaAtu2EALw_wcB" target="_blank">3M adhesives</a> are also enabling vehicle manufacturers to disassemble EV battery packs more efficiently, allowing them to reduce waste, enable repairs, and repurpose or recycle batteries. And <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/oem-tier-us/applications/human-machine-interface-solutions/light-management/" target="_blank">3M optical films</a> improve in-cabin displays and vehicle connectivity to boost vehicle efficiency, provide passenger entertainment, and increase a driver’s ability to focus on the road.

Manufacturing earns respect, but many believe it offers low pay and lacks job security

Three-quarters of those surveyed view manufacturing jobs as having a positive impact on the economy and 41% associate those jobs with skilled labor. Respect for those who work manufacturing jobs is high at 78%, and 78% also support the creation of more training opportunities to fill those jobs.

Sixty-five percent of people believe new technologies will lead to more job opportunities, but 70% say they worry about automation taking these jobs away. Still, a majority, at 71%, agree the workforce needs more manufacturing jobs and 61% believe that the manufacturing job market is likely to grow in the next five years.

People also recognize the importance of technical skills: 74% say today’s manufacturing jobs require more workers with technology skills. When asked if they would steer a young person toward certain career paths, 80% said they would advise the skilled trades and 78% said STEM careers—followed closely by 75% suggesting green jobs and 68% suggesting manufacturing jobs.

To address the need for training and opportunities in manufacturing, 3M has launched several initiatives. The company created the <a href="https://news.3m.com/how-3M-is-expanding-STEM-careers-opportunities-for-students" target="_blank">Manufacturing and Academic Partnerships (MAP) program</a> to give people training and hands-on experience with the engineering, computer and manufacturing skills they’ll need to work in the skilled trades. 3M is also strengthening its 40-year partnership with <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/sustainability-us/social/community-engagement/skilled-trades/skilled-trades-for-educators/" target="_blank">SkillsUSA</a>, the nation's premier workforce development organization, to address the country's skilled trades gap by providing more opportunities for young people interested in the trades and manufacturing. To bring more attention to the sector and its career promise, 3M released the docuseries, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5qo-lOEKKg" target="_blank">Skilled</a>, to showcase the real-life experiences of four skilled trade workers in plumbing, fall protection, welding, and film production—along with a glimpse of future opportunities.

Safety is always a concern, but in a changing workplace it takes on new meaning

Advancing technology affects not only the job market, but the physical workplace where new machines require new kinds of vigilance. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration identified automation and robotics, including human-robot interaction, as one of the top “workplace safety landscape” <a href="https://www.ehsinsight.com/blog/current-trends-and-key-topics-within-oshas-workplace-safety-landscape" target="_blank">trends</a> of 2025. When people think about health and safety, however, 60% of them say their concern extends to the workplace, 57% include hobbies, sports, and the home and 62% extend that to everyday activities such as traveling and shopping.

Most people, 82% of those surveyed, believe employers are responsible for workplace safety, and almost as many, 72%,currently feel their employers provide needed safety equipment. Slightly fewer at 67% feel employers provide needed safety training.

Developing products and solutions that keep people safe is a hallmark of 3M innovation. In 2020, the <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/p/c/ppe/respiratory-protection/disposable/i/safety/personal-safety/" target="_blank">3M N95 respirator</a> became a household name as it provided vital protection against airborne contaminants related to the COVID-19 pandemic. 3M also provides virtual reality modules that train people to <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/fall-protection-us/" target="_blank">work at great heights</a>, and how to properly wear harnesses that reduce the potential fall risk when performing these jobs. <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/road-safety-us/" target="_blank">High-performance reflective 3M road materials</a> make signage and crosswalks more visible, creating safer environments for everyone from children in school zones to highway workers on the road.

Most people consider new global sources of energy to be a top priority—and look to science for answers  

As nations emphasize energy security, the focus on investing in resilient energy solutions has intensified. Nearly seven out of 10 individuals expect job growth in the energy sector over the next decade and 75% believe that their governments should increase investment in creating jobs within the clean energy sector.

There is broad support for strategies like renewable energy at 79%, clean transportation at 78%, energy efficiency at 77%, and nuclear energy at 62%.

3M is using its size, scale and innovation to help address sustainability. 3M is supporting the developing <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/hydrogen-technology-us/applications/electrolysis/" target="_blank">hydrogen economy</a>—from production to storage and shipping solutions. For example, just ten grams of the innovative <a href="https://news.3m.com/3M-advances-decarbonization-technologies,-showcases-power-of-science-to-address-climate-change-during-Climate-Week-NYC" target="_blank">3M™ Nanostructured Supported Iridium Catalyst Powder</a> can help separate ten tons of hydrogen from water while preventing 100 tons of carbon emissions annually.

Additionally, a resilient and intelligent electrical grid is essential to meet the increasing energy demands of modern economies. <a href="https://www.3m.com/3M/en_US/power-distribution-us/solutions/connected-solutions/?utm_medium=redirect&amp;utm_source=vanity-url&amp;utm_campaign=3m.com/connectedsolutions" target="_blank">3M’s Sensored Cable Accessories</a> provide real-time data on electrical grid performance, helping utilities detect faults, optimize energy distribution, and reduce their downtime. By integrating sensors into cable accessories, these smart grid solutions can help utilities enhance predictive maintenance, minimize outages, and improve overall grid resilience. 3M’s global team is dedicated to driving innovation for customers and positioning 3M as a key collaborator in the transition to energy security.

People are aware, optimistic, and confident

Across the four critical areas of mobility, work, safety, and the energy economy, a consistent theme emerges: people recognize today's challenges, are optimistic about tomorrow's possibilities, and believe that solutions lie in the application of science and technology. 3M stands at this intersection, where innovation and optimism converge to drive positive impact and build a better future for all.

*Methodology:

Morning Consult conducted the poll between Nov. 19 and Dec. 17, 2024, among a national sample of 10,959 adults in each of 10 countries (U.S., U.K., Canada, Germany, France, Brazil, Mexico, China, Japan, and South Korea). The interviews were conducted online, and the data was weighted to approximate a target sample of adults for each market. Results from the full survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points.

3M 2025 State of Science Insights Reveals Optimism for the Future

<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="KeyBank’s Gary Wawrzycki shares tips for preventing identity theft and fraud to an audience at Community Outreach Center in Monsey, N.Y." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="72532aa1-0936-4700-b5b5-920f011f9a99" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/COC_Identity%20Theft%20Workshop_KeyBank_3.10.25A.jpg" width="640" height="960" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Photo: KeyBank’s Gary Wawrzycki shares tips for preventing identity theft and fraud to an audience at Community Outreach Center in Monsey, N.Y.</figcaption></figure>The Community Outreach Center (COC), in collaboration with KeyBank, recently hosted a free identity theft workshop as a service to the community, aimed at empowering individuals with essential knowledge to protect against identity theft.

Held February 18, at the Community Outreach Center (FedEx Room) in Monsey, N.Y., the workshop welcomed participants who were eager to learn how to safeguard their personal and financial information.

The event provided attendees with valuable insights on how identity theft happens, the warning signs to watch for and simple steps to secure personal information both online and offline. Participants also discovered effective ways to monitor their credit reports and bank statements and received practical guidance on what to do if they ever become victims of identity theft.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="Community Outreach Center Executive Director Rabbi Hersh Horowitz with KeyBank’s Raza Hussain and Gary Wawrzycki." data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="4a14d265-2dbe-44a2-8205-befee139e98f" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/COC_Identity%20Theft%20Workshop_Horowitz-Hussain-Wawrzycki_KeyBank_3.10.25B.jpg" width="640" height="850" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Photo: Community Outreach Center Executive Director Rabbi Hersh Horowitz with KeyBank’s Raza Hussain and Gary Wawrzycki.</figcaption></figure>“We are proud to have offered this workshop free of charge as part of our commitment to supporting and educating our community,” said Rabbi Hersh Horowitz, executive director, Community Outreach Center. “The workshop was a great success, and the feedback from participants has been overwhelmingly positive. We are already looking to replicate this workshop during evening hours so individuals who work during the day will have the opportunity to attend as well.”

The workshop is part of the Money, Me &amp; Key program, which is designed to provide clients and members of the communities KeyBank serves with the tools and knowledge to help them make the financial moves best in line with their situation and their goals.

“At KeyBank, we believe financial empowerment is key to building stronger communities. Our workshops cover a wide range of topics, from banking basics and how to improve your credit score to buying a car, preventing identity theft and considering home ownership. We’re thankful to have such a great community partner in Community Outreach Center,” said Gary Wawrzycki, branch manager, Pearl River, KeyBank.

About KeyBank  
In 2025, KeyCorp celebrates its bicentennial, marking 200 years of service to clients and communities from Maine to Alaska. To learn more, visit <a href="https://historyofkeybank.com/" target="_blank">KeyBank Heritage Center</a>. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation's largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $187 billion at December 31, 2024. Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches and approximately 1,200 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.key.com/" target="_blank">https://www.key.com/</a>. KeyBank Member FDIC.

About Community Outreach Center  
Community Outreach Center is Rockland County’s (N.Y.) comprehensive resource of guidance, advocacy, hands-on assistance and referrals for a broad range of needs including: social services; affordable and subsidized housing; employment services; senior services; passports, social security cards &amp; documentation; government programs and benefits; and municipal and local government matters. For more information, visit <a href="https://coconline.org/" target="_blank">https://coconline.org/</a>.

Free Identity Theft Prevention Workshop Aims To Financially Empower Rockland County Residents

<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="d8e95495-5c2f-4e66-ba36-e6481c2246d4" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Preserving-Past-Inspiring-Future_Bacardi_03052025.png" width="640" height="667" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Jacqui Seargeant, Global Heritage Manager at Bacardi</figcaption></figure>As a family-owned business, Bacardi is proud of its 163-year legacy and the team dedicated to preserving the stories of its heritage brands. This Women’s Month, Bacardi spotlights the woman at the helm of this team, Jacqui Seargeant – Global Heritage Manager, as she describes her journey to this unique role in the spirits industry, her favorite pieces of the collections, and the person from the past she’d love to share a cocktail with.

What’s a day in the life like for you?

As the Global Heritage Manager for all of our history at Bacardi, no two days are the same; one day I may be preserving a collection of 100-year-old glass bottles from the early days of our company, or working with our marketing teams to find the best stories to represent our brands today. With collections across the globe including BACARDÍ rum in Miami, DEWAR’S Blended Scotch whisky in Scotland, MARTINI vermouth in Italy, and BÉNÉDICTINE Liqueur in France, the storytelling opportunities are endless. Across these sites we preserve more than 150,000 physical items. If you laid our archive shelving end to end, it would be more than 75 times the height of the Statue of Liberty – and that number continues to grow every day!

Recently I spent time at our company global headquarters in Bermuda, coordinating the restoration of a stunning 11-metre-long <a href="https://www.3blmedia.com/news/bacardi-preserves-historic-mural-its-global-headquarters-bermuda" target="_blank">mural</a> that depicts the tropical landscape of Cuba, the original home of Bacardi. Even after 25 years on the job, exciting new projects like this one pop up everyday thanks to the diversity and breadth of our brands and collections.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7c0e6f7d-ce9d-4a46-9a1a-3f61f32ffb51" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Jacqui%20Seargeant%20in%20the%20DEWAR%27S%20Scotch%20whisky%20archives%20in%20Glasgow%2C%20Scotland.png" width="640" height="792" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Jacqui Seargeant in the DEWAR'S Scotch whisky archives in Glasgow, Scotland</figcaption></figure>What inspires you about your role as an archivist?

As a student at Glasgow University, I fell in love with archives at the age of 21 because I could see they were forgotten worlds with traces of people and moments from the past, waiting to be rediscovered.

What are your favorite items in the collections?

I love the centuries-old handwritten documents and ledgers of our founders. As I read them, I can imagine the person sitting there, making their mark and recording the urgent business of the day. The handwriting is so frenetic that you just know these people were in a hurry to do business!

Our cocktail book collection is one of the oldest and largest in the world, where we can discover drinking trends of the day through cocktail recipes, bartender insights and even trace the origins of cocktails like the Cuba Libre, which was first mixed with BACARDÍ rum 125 years ago.

I also enjoy the various promotional items our brands have created over the years. Each tells us a story about social moments of the past – like beautiful glassware in the MARTINI collection that defined a generation of the Italian aperitivo time or one of the smallest items we might have: a branded silver toothpick for after your meal!
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="30f88849-8bc1-4378-a34d-61387672b489" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Jacqui%20preserves%20a%20handwritten%20note%20from%20Tommy%20Dewar%2C%20one%20of%20the%20DEWAR%27S%20Scotch%20whisky%20founders%2C%20dated%201893.jpg" width="640" height="853" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Jacqui preserves a handwritten note from Tommy Dewar, one of the DEWAR'S Scotch whisky founders, dated 1893</figcaption></figure>What is the best advice you’ve ever received?

A former-archivist and friend of mine became a coach to help women unlock their confidence and achieve their potential. Each New Year on her podcast she challenges her listeners to set an intention for the year and to think about what we want from the year and focus on what is important to each of us. This year, I did just that – I created a plan for the year ahead from which I can chart progress and achievements in both my personal and professional life. I set targets to connect with friends I haven’t spoken to in a while, read authors I haven’t yet got around to, and sign up for new experiences and opportunities to step out of my comfort zone at work.

How do you pay it forward to other women?

One of the ways I give back to women in my company is by co-leading a Menopause awareness program at our Bacardi UK Supply site. Menopause can severely affect a woman’s time at work; according to the 2022 Biote Women in the Workplace Survey, nearly 1 in 5 women considered quitting or quit their jobs due to menopause symptoms. Our Bacardi program supports anyone going through it, boosts awareness of symptoms and solutions, and educates managers to better care for their teams. It should be a time of reinvention, not a time of crisis.

If you could enjoy a cocktail with any historical figure, who would it be and what would you ask?

I would love to share a glass of DEWAR’S with Una Cameron, the granddaughter of John Dewar, founder of DEWAR’S whisky.

I have a little book from her library ‘The Lore of the Wanderer’, which was given to me by her family, and it contains lots of amusing essays about nature and the outdoors. Una achieved a number of first ascents during the 1930s. She was an accomplished artist as well as a mountaineer – two pastimes close to my heart.

I imagine spending a day at her villa in Italy, in which we would go walking in the hills around Villa Cameron in the morning. I could ask her about her favourite mountaineering moments and memories of her Dewar family members and then spend the afternoon learning from her artistic expertise. She passed away in 1987, long before I even had a love of the mountains.

What’s your advice to other women leaders? 

I set a word for the year that I use to guide my intention and help me make decisions. This year my word is ‘appreciate’. For me, it is important to appreciate the everyday moments in life, to enjoy the very moment I’m in and not be wishing my days away!

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Preserving the Past and Inspiring the Future: Jacqui Seargeant, Global Heritage Manager at Bacardi

<img alt="Tara Eustace" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3756ba26-c039-4c9b-9ac1-732a83303756" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/names-tara-eustace-chief-opportunity-sales-officer_MARY-KAY_030625.jpg" width="640" class="align-center" height="800" loading="lazy" />DALLAS, March 10, 2025 /CSRwire/ - To empower future growth, iconic beauty and entrepreneurship company <a href="http://www.marykayglobal.com/" target="_blank">Mary Kay</a> announced the appointment of Tara Eustace as Chief Opportunity and Sales Officer.

A trailblazer and long-time Mary Kay executive, Eustace will lead the Global Opportunity and Sales organization with a core mission: to put the “Mary Kay Opportunity” at the center of all entrepreneurial business strategies. She will oversee all Mary Kay regions, leading the team of region presidents and general managers in over 40 markets around the world.

Eustace’s newly formed organization will focus on transforming the Independent Beauty Consultant (IBC) experience, elevating them as personal beauty advisors for Mary Kay’s product portfolio, brand, and opportunity. With the core mission at the forefront, Eustace will be inviting the next generation to join the entrepreneurial journey. To achieve the vision, she and her team will digitally empower all generations of IBCs with every opportunity to connect their businesses with consumers through digital upskilling, innovative digital tools, and e-commerce solutions across integrated platforms and channels.

Eustace will drive the streamlining of global sales operations, activating four strategic areas: global salesforce development and education, global salesforce experience, global salesforce insights &amp; analytics, and global salesforce social commerce and communications. This includes a commitment to expanding Mary Kay’s footprint to empower women to pursue the dream of owning their small businesses wherever they are.

“Tara and her team are on a mission to ignite passion around the Mary Kay Opportunity, putting it at the forefront of everything we do,” said <a href="https://marykayglobal.com/leadership/ryan-rogers/" target="_blank">Ryan Rogers</a>, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Mary Kay. “With her entrepreneurial and visionary mindset and a track record of breaking into new markets, Tara will be instrumental in shaping the future of the business for our Independent Beauty Consultants and their customers, leveraging technology and elevating our unparalleled experience to new heights in the beauty and direct-selling industries.”

Eustace has served in various leadership positions worldwide over the course of her more than thirty-year career. Her unwavering commitment to women’s entrepreneurship has contributed to reshaping the direct selling industry, touching the lives of millions of women, from personal growth to financial rewards and more. Eustace has led Mary Kay’s growth in Europe and beyond, spearheading the most recent Mary Kay expansions into Hungary in 2023 and Kyrgyzstan in 2024.

“When Mary Kay Ash founded our company, she knew that no greater opportunity existed for women than the one we have to offer. I am energized to ignite innovation, empower our Independent Beauty Consultants to sell with confidence wherever they are, and connect the next generation to a vibrant, sustainable, and dynamic earning opportunity,” said <a href="https://marykayglobal.com/leadership/tara-eustace/" target="_blank">Tara Eustace</a>, Mary Kay’s Chief Opportunity and Sales Officer. “Every single one of our Independent Beauty Consultants is a small business owner who directly benefits from the sale of Mary Kay products. When local customers purchase Mary Kay products from Independent Beauty Consultants, they support a family. And when they support a family, they support a dream.”

Eustace holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian Studies and International Relations from the University of Virginia, United States. She serves on the European Direct Selling Association’s (Seldia) CEO Council Board.

As International Women’s Day (IWD) approaches, this leadership appointment by Ryan Rogers honors Mary Kay Ash’s legacy of empowering women. At Mary Kay, women make up 54% of the executive team, 63% of the global workforce, and 63% of the R&amp;D team1.

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Did you know:

<ul><li>Nearly 30% of sales force members who started a Mary Kay business over the past year are under the age of 352.</li>
	<li>In 2023 and again in 2024, Mary Kay was named the #1 Direct Selling Brand of Skin Care &amp; Color Cosmetics in the world by Euromonitor International3.</li>
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1Source: Women Representation and Leadership at Mary Kay (May 2024)

2Source: Mary Kay Inc. 2024 U.S. data

3“Source Euromonitor International Limited; Beauty and Personal Care 2024 Edition, value sales at RSP, 2023 data”

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<a href="https://www.dav.org/learn-more/news/2025/how-a-paramount-program-empowers-veterans-working-in-media/" target="_blank">Previously published by DAV</a>
<img alt="group of people in front of Paramount Pictures " data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="58508de0-ec76-4d9d-9457-b4be6850c44b" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Program-Empowers-Veterans-Working-in-Media7_Paramount_03052025.png" width="640" class="align-center" height="1412" loading="lazy" />Veterans behind the scenes

A streaming hit on Paramount+, “SEAL Team” committed to unwavering authenticity as it followed the fictional Bravo Team of U.S. Navy SEALs. From star <a href="https://collider.com/seal-team-david-boreanaz-helmet-meaning" rel="noopener" target="_blank">David Boreanaz wearing an actual SEAL’s helmet</a> on screen to the numerous military veterans in the cast and crew, the series strove for realism in every detail during its recently ended seven-season run.

Dedication to on-screen authenticity is only one aspect that the Veteran Immersion Program, created by the Paramount Veterans Network in 2020 to guide and support veterans in the media industry, brings to the table.

While offering hands-on experience and the opportunity to network with the best in the business, this unique program supports a culture of camaraderie infused with mentorship, career counseling, skills development and job readiness.

“We identify skill sets in each of our participants, and then we grow that skill set,” said Betty Diaz, director of programs and operations for Paramount Veterans Network. With an uncle who served in the Marine Corps and a cousin who was wounded in the Army, Diaz has seen the importance of giving back to those who have served.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8a0c6014-3226-4cd6-bb28-22f3e0a1cd19" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Program-Empowers-Veterans-Working-in-Media2_Paramount_03052025.jpg" width="440" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Betty Diaz, Paramount Veterans Network, Image courtesy of DAV</figcaption></figure>“We’ve had veterans come into communications, animation, editing, event planning, event coordination, corporate responsibility, info security and tech. There’s a plethora of opportunities.”

These opportunities are often necessary for veterans, who have contributed some of their prime learning years to military service.

“Getting into media is very challenging,” Diaz continued. “For the military, as they’re getting out and transitioning, there are not a lot of open doors. It’s important for us to open these doors of opportunities for veterans to work in media.”

“This industry is a dog-eat-dog world,” said Torrin Fields, a senior postproduction editor at Paramount. “You feel alone; you feel isolated.”

Fields joined the Army as a military police officer in 2001, shortly after 9/11. Between 2002 and 2005, he deployed twice to Iraq, serving in a reconnaissance role both times.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="f860a26b-5ffb-48b1-851b-690fbc7f3c6d" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Program-Empowers-Veterans-Working-in-Media3_Paramount_03052025.jpeg" width="381" height="506" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Torrin Fields, Image courtesy of DAV</figcaption></figure>The shared responsibility and mission of these deployments ultimately shaped how Fields views the world.

“The military gave me the opportunity to understand how to be a leader, a team player and also resilient,” Fields said. “Before I joined the military, I just cared about myself.”

But with service comes risk. Due to an injury he received in Iraq, Fields temporarily lost his ability to walk. He was medically discharged in 2005.

“I sacrificed my body,” Fields explained. “To this day, I have complications. I sometimes use a cane to walk. I can’t stand for longer than 30 minutes. The injury really did impact my physical ability.”

Fields moved to Los Angeles to begin working in the media field. He quickly found that the civilian workplace did not resemble the team environment he had experienced in the Army. “It was very difficult to find a team. You find a lot of individualistic behavior outside of the military,” Fields said.

When he learned about the Veteran Immersion Program, which was recruiting for its inaugural session, he knew he wanted to participate. Through courses and individual mentorship, he learned skills like public speaking, corporate leadership and networking, eventually landing his current role. However, for Fields, the best part of the program was finally finding his team.

“This program is about camaraderie, family. I always felt like they had my back,” Fields said. “They were always championing me.”

In 2023 and 2024, Paramount Veterans Network (and the immersion program) was recognized as a <a href="https://www.dav.org/get-involved/hire-veterans/dav-patriot-employer-recognition-program/" target="_blank">DAV Patriot Employer</a> for its dedication to the military community. The organization was also a featured employer at the DAV Job Fair that occurred at the 2023 Military Veterans in Journalism conference.

“Paramount’s program not only provides valuable employment and job training opportunities for veterans but also brings authenticity to programming—a service to the nation as the veteran population continues to shrink,” said Lamarr Couser, employment director at DAV. “Ensuring that real veteran perspectives are represented in media helps preserve their stories and contributions for future generations.”

Joshua Reyes can attest to the life-changing impacts of the Veteran Immersion Program. Now a sales associate for Paramount Global, Reyes grew up in an impoverished neighborhood in the Brooklyn borough of New York City with his mother and three siblings. Determined to break the cycle of poverty, he enlisted in the Marine Corps.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6e137a3e-59cf-4bf1-8910-77ffcdef176a" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Program-Empowers-Veterans-Working-in-Media4_Paramount_03052025.jpeg" width="380" height="506" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Joshua Reyes, Image courtesy of DAV</figcaption></figure>“It really gave me a foundation and structure that I needed at the time,” he said. He built a wide range of skills as an aviation ordnance technician and martial arts instructor.

“I learned values like honor, courage, commitment and service—all these things that I didn’t learn growing up,” he said.

But then an accident during an instructor training course changed the trajectory of his life.

Reyes’ back was broken, and doctors said he would never walk again. Refusing to accept that as his fate, he battled every day toward recovery. After a year of rehab in the Wounded Warrior Battalion, Reyes made a 95% recovery, including the use of his legs. But he was still medically discharged from service.

“I was going to be a lifer,” Reyes said. “My identity was so attached to the Marine Corps. Once you get out, you don’t have that support system. I struggled for a long time.”

He studied international business and acting in school, looking for direction and spark. Then he heard about the Veteran Immersion Program, which would offer the flexibility to pursue both his “passion and survival.”

He wasn’t expecting how therapeutic it would feel to immerse himself in other people’s stories through acting.

“You’re taught to really peel back the layers of your soul, your heart, and drop those walls. Acting has taught me to be comfortable with allowing myself to feel emotions of the character and portray those feelings freely,” he said. “It’s liberating.”

The opportunities at Paramount are not just for fully transitioned veterans. National Guard and Reserve members also find a welcome home in the immersion program.

Chris Murray, an editor with Paramount Global, always had a camera in hand before joining the Air Force as a tactical aircraft maintenance technician. After four years on active duty, Murray was ready to pursue a degree in film and business.
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c9638359-b542-4113-8cf2-a87d253914cd" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Program-Empowers-Veterans-Working-in-Media5_Paramount_03052025.jpeg" width="378" height="506" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Chris Murray, Image courtesy of DAV</figcaption></figure>But his military career wasn’t over. He also joined the Air National Guard as a satellite operator for the Space Force.

Serving while trying to break into the film industry proved difficult.

“The hardest part is finding work that doesn’t feel like you’re underutilized or overqualified,” Murray said. “You can be called up at any time to serve your country. In a competitive field, you can’t afford to dip away for X amount of time.”

The Veteran Immersion Program provided the solution he needed.

“Paramount goes that extra mile with their immersion program,” Murray said. “You’re temporarily employed under the Veterans Immersion Program in the entertainment industry, allowing you to make connections and bridge that gap along with a community of veterans who have made that transition right before you.”

Those connections go a long way. “When you leave the service, you feel almost isolated,” Murray said. “Being a part of this program, you still feel that connection.”
<figure role="group" class="align-center"><img alt="&quot; &quot;" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="0c60a08f-7e80-4421-8353-faf639adc585" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Program-Empowers-Veterans-Working-in-Media6_Paramount_03052025.jpg" width="640" height="576" loading="lazy" /><figcaption>Paramount Veterans Network members attend an advanced screening of SEAL Team with David Boreanaz (actor), Spencer Hudnut (showrunner and executive producer) and Gerry Byrne (vice chairman and board member, Penske Media Corp.). Image courtesy of DAV</figcaption></figure>Building camaraderie in a competitive field is an important aspect to the program, according to participants, but so is giving back to the military community.

“Being a <a href="https://www.dav.org/get-involved/hire-veterans/dav-patriot-employer-recognition-program/" target="_blank">DAV Patriot Employer</a> is an opportunity,” said Diaz. “This award acknowledges all the good work that we’re doing. And we can do more. It’s the gift that keeps on giving.”

For Diaz, the mission is bigger than the program. “If I can show other media companies how to do this, I will,” she stated. “I just want to see vets thrive.”

<a href="https://www.dav.org/learn-more/news/2025/how-a-paramount-program-empowers-veterans-working-in-media/" target="_blank">Continue reading here.</a>

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Kim T. is a prime example of the impact that passion, expertise, and collaboration can have within a global company. As a Tech Ops Project Management and Cybersecurity Engineer at Cummins, Kim plays a critical role in safeguarding the company's digital infrastructure. Her work focuses on ensuring the integrity of systems and protecting valuable data, which is vital to the company’s mission of powering a more sustainable world.

Since joining Cummins in 2021, Kim has worked on several high-impact projects, including leading a Value Stream Transformation initiative to streamline truck build processes, improve efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction. In her previous role as Technical Operations Project Coordinator, she used augmented reality and mixed reality to enhance productivity, which laid the foundation for her current role in cybersecurity. She’s also responsible for risk mitigation efforts that safeguard Cummins’ digital systems from threats.

"My role at Cummins allows me to combine my technical skills with my passion for problem-solving," Kim says. "I collaborate with teams across the world, which makes every day unique. Whether I’m working on projects or collaborating with colleagues, what excites me the most is being part of a global effort to drive innovation and safeguard our future."

Kim’s experience at Cummins reflects the company’s commitment to fostering diversity, inclusion, and development. In her role, she collaborates with a global network of peers, working across time zones and borders to deliver impactful results. "The best part of my job is the people I work with," Kim says. "I’ve been fortunate to learn from amazing leaders and colleagues, and that collaboration has been key to achieving success."

Her professional journey at Cummins has been marked by a strong sense of support from the company’s leadership. "Cummins has always encouraged me to grow not just as a professional, but as a whole person. From my first day, I’ve felt supported in my career development, and that has made all the difference."

Kim T. is not only a skilled Project Manager and Cybersecurity Engineer but also a passionate advocate for diversity, inclusion and community empowerment. Outside of work, Kim is dedicated to supporting STEM education and fostering community development. As an FY24 Global Ambassador for the Society of Women Engineers, she advocates for women and girls in STEM, aiming to inspire and empower the next generation of leaders in these fields.

Kim leads several community initiatives, including her role as the lead facilitator for the Minority Engineering Program of Indianapolis, where she provides guidance to underrepresented students pursuing careers in STEM. She also facilitates art sessions that encourage creativity and self-expression. "These activities outside of work help me maintain a healthy work-life balance and keep me energized throughout the week," Kim says. "They also enable me to connect with others in meaningful ways, which fuels my passion for leadership and community involvement."

Her drive to give back is also reflected in her involvement with the Cummins Black Network (CBN). "CBN has played an important role in my development, both professionally and personally," Kim says. "From the moment I joined, I was encouraged to showcase my skills, engage in meaningful development opportunities, and connect with colleagues who share similar passions."

The support Kim has received at Cummins has been instrumental in her ability to thrive both professionally and personally. "From leadership to my colleagues, everyone at Cummins has been supportive of my career aspirations," she says. "The opportunity to work in a company that values diversity and inclusion has been incredibly rewarding."

Looking ahead, Kim is excited about her future at Cummins. "I see myself continuing to grow in the field of project management and as a global leader, utilizing my technical expertise to drive efficiency and create lasting value," she says. "I want to make an impact not just within Cummins, but also in the broader world through my work in STEM and community development."

Kim’s advice for those considering a career at Cummins is simple: "Your future started yesterday. The seeds you plant today will take you to the heights you need tomorrow."

Kim T. is a prime example of the impact that passion, expertise, and collaboration can have within a global company. 

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