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Business Wire
29-04-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
HNI Corporation Releases New Corporate Responsibility Report
MUSCATINE, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) announced today the release of its biennial Corporate Responsibility Report, detailing the company's ongoing efforts to create lasting, positive impact across its operations, communities, and members. The report highlights meaningful progress toward HNI's measurable goals and reinforces its commitment to being a great place to work and a responsible global citizen. Report Highlights: Respecting people: HNI remains deeply invested in the well-being of its members and the communities in which it operates. Recent contributions include: A $1 million donation to the Muscatine Mulberry Health Clinic and a pledge of $500,000 to the Regional Wellness Center in Jasper, Indiana. Expanded support for members through translation services, language learning programs, and leadership training. Reducing impacts: Guided by a continuous improvement mindset, HNI has taken significant steps using sustainable resources and reducing its environmental footprint: Achieved a reduction of 79% in absolute combined Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions. Advanced its zero waste to landfill initiative, with ten sites achieving zero waste to landfill and two sites earning third-party TRUE certification. Redefining tomorrow: HNI continues to lead with innovation, developing sustainable products and practices that shape a better tomorrow including: Elimination of expanded polystyrene foam packaging across Kimball International and Residential Building Products. Significant progress toward evaluating 100% of materials and chemical substances in products for human and environmental health. Advanced chemical transparency, including the publication of Health Product Declarations and Declare labels, as well as key steps toward identifying and eliminating per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. 'At HNI, our actions are grounded in principles that prioritize today's needs while shaping a better tomorrow,' said Jeff Lorenger, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of HNI Corporation. 'Our progress reflects a strong commitment to responsible innovation and continuous improvement. We are proud of what we have achieved and invite you to explore our latest Corporate Responsibility Report to learn more about the initiatives driving meaningful change as we strive to continuously do better.' The report is available on the Corporation's website at About HNI Corporation HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) has been improving where people live, work, and gather for more than 75 years. HNI is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and residential building products, operating under two segments. The Workplace Furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The Residential Building Products segment is the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products, which include a full array of gas, electric, wood, and pellet-burning fireplaces, inserts, stoves, facings, and accessories. More information can be found on the Corporation's website at
Fox News
07-04-2025
- Fox News
‘Doomsday mom' Lori Vallow shares why she made unusual legal move for 2nd murder trial: ‘Fighting for my life'
As the so-called "Doomsday Mom" is set to walk into an Arizona courtroom, Lori Vallow spoke about her decision to act as her own attorney in her latest murder trial. Vallow is representing herself as she faces murder conspiracy charges in relation to the death of her fourth husband, Charles Vallow, in Maricopa County. "I'm fighting for my life here," Vallow said in an interview with True Crime Arizona. In 2019, Vallow's brother, Alex Cox, shot her husband to death when Vallow went to pick up the couple's son at Vallow's Phoenix home. At the time of the killing, Vallow's daughter, Tylee, confronted Charles with a baseball bat after hearing screaming inside the house. Charles reportedly took the bat from Tylee, who told police she was trying to protect her mother, and allegedly tried to attack Cox. Cox told investigators he fired his gun in self-defense and was never charged in Charles' death before he died of natural causes months later. GET REAL TIME UPDATES DIRECTLY ON THE TRUE CRIME HUB "It's a tragedy, families have tragedies," Vallow told True Crime Arizona. "Things happen and there was a domino effect of tragedies in my life. And that's really sad." Prosecutors allege Vallow "agreed with Cox that at least one of them or another would engage in conduct constituting the offense of first-degree murder," according to a June 2021 indictment. The prosecuting attorney and Vallow's two advisory attorneys did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Vallow is opting to represent herself as opening statements are scheduled to begin on Monday. "I'm not an attorney, I don't have training to be an attorney," Vallow told True Crime Arizona. "There's something that I figured out when I got to this jail. This experience has been five years running. I went through a whole trial, you know, before in my other state, and then I was brought here to Arizona to face some more serious charges." While high-profile defendants choosing to represent themselves is not unheard of, it can provide a level of unpredictability within a courtroom that is already at the center of the nation's attention. SIGN UP TO GET TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER "This gives [Vallow] a tremendous amount of control over the case, and she has little to lose, since she's already been sentenced to life in prison in Idaho," Andrew Stoltmann, a Chicago-based attorney who is not involved in the case, told Fox News Digital. "She may be intending to turn this case into a three-ring circus, and the best way to do that is by representing herself." When asked by True Crime Arizona about the "notion from the public" that she's choosing to represent herself because she has "nothing to lose" and that the trial is a "challenge, a show, a game" for her, Vallow brushed off the idea. "I never hear any of this stuff because I'm in a room [for] 23 hours a day and we don't have any access to any kind of news, or any kind of anything, really," Vallow said. "So I didn't know that people were saying that, but I wouldn't agree with that, obviously." Vallow's upcoming trial comes nearly two years after an Idaho judge sentenced her to life in prison for the 2019 murders of her children, Joshua "J.J." Vallow, 7, and Tylee Ryan, 16, along with conspiring with her fifth husband, Chad Daybell, to murder Daybell's wife, Tammy. Daybell was also convicted in the three murders and sentenced to death. Vallow insists she is ready for the trial and has been "working on my case for five years" and knows her case "better than an attorney can learn it in two years." "Here's the thing, when you waive your speedy trial, then they can keep you here as long as you want," Vallow told True Crime Arizona. "There are intelligent, strong, beautiful women in here that have been here for eight years because of family tragedies. It's the same, like, my case, a family tragedy, not crime. A family tragedy, and they're waiting, and they're facing the death penalty for a family tragedy."
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
JP Morgan downgrades auto marketplaces amid tariff headwinds
-- JP Morgan downgraded several auto marketplaces, including Openlane Inc (NYSE:KAR), CarGurus (NASDAQ:CARG), and Truecar Inc (NASDAQ:TRUE) citing significant headwinds from newly imposed 25% tariffs on imported automobiles and parts. The firm sees prolonged supply disruptions and higher vehicle costs as negative for the overall auto retail ecosystem. JP Morgan cut Openlane and CarGurus to Neutral from Overweight and moved TrueCar to Underweight from Neutral. Despite strong secular trends in US Dealer-to-Dealer (D2D) recently, the off-lease recovery cycle as being potentially pushed out, the note said regarding KAR. CARG's downgrade was attributed to a likely slowdown in pricing tailwinds, while TRUE's outlook was downgraded due to potential for delay in high incremental OEM programs and likely delayed adoption of new products like TC+. The 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts are expected to increase average transaction prices (ATPs) by $4,000-$5,300, translating to a 9-12% rise in monthly payments. JP Morgan warned that these tariffs could lead to immediate supply chain disruptions, with a greater near-term impact on production than on demand, resulting in reduced inventories. The firm also expects used car prices to rise in the near term as buyers seek nearly new vehicles amid new car price inflation and supply shortages. However, affordability concerns could weigh on used car demand in the medium term, with higher costs for parts adding $50-$100 per vehicle. JPMorgan sees franchise dealers as the least impacted medium-term, as they benefit from resilient gross profit per unit (GPU) and increased parts and services business, with consumers holding on to cars longer. Public used car dealers, carrying 30-60 days of supply, may experience a temporary surge in gross profits as demand shifts to used vehicles. JP Morgan remains Overweight on B2B marketplace ACV Auctions, citing cleaner exposure to secular share gains in D2D and a low base in Consumer-to-Dealer sales, which are less likely to be disrupted by the tariffs. However, the firm raised the probability of downside scenarios for the broader auto sector and adjusted sector target multiples accordingly. Related Articles JP Morgan downgrades auto marketplaces amid tariff headwinds Trump's auto tariffs will hit many companies, but Elon Musk's Tesla less so Deutsche Bank sees auto tariffs as more than negotiation tactic
Globe and Mail
17-03-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
IPG Facilities Achieve True Silver Certification for Zero Waste Efforts
SARASOTA, Fla., March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IPG ( a global provider of packaging and protective solutions, today announced that its facilities in Carrollton, Texas, Everetts, North Carolina, and Tremonton, Utah, have been awarded Silver certification under the TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) rating system. Administered by Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), TRUE helps facilities measure, improve, and recognize zero waste performance. This achievement underscores IPG's commitment to sustainable practices and its journey toward becoming a zero-waste company. The TRUE certification recognizes these plants' dedication to best practices in recycling, reusing, and reducing waste. The Tremonton facility has achieved a 90% diversion rate by recycling materials such as plastics and cardboard. Everetts has reached a 94% diversion rate through right-sizing collection containers, conducting annual waste audits, and engaging employees in zero waste activities. Carrollton obtained an impressive 98% diversion rate by recycling plastics, pallets, and cores. "We are extremely proud of the TRUE certifications obtained by our Carrollton, Everetts, and Tremonton facilities," said Jay Bolus, VP of Sustainability at IPG. "This marks an important milestone on our journey to become a zero waste company and is further proof of IPG's commitment to sustainable products and processes.' "Waste affects every part of our communities, and effective waste management strategies are critical to ensuring both public and environmental health," stated Peter Templeton, President and CEO of U.S. Green Building Council and GBCI. "By pursuing TRUE certification, IPG demonstrates a commitment to sustainability leadership by shifting to circular thinking and prioritizing processes, operations, and actions to reduce waste and resources throughout their system lifecycle. We're excited to see IPG commit to creating a cleaner and healthier environment for future generations through waste reduction and elimination efforts." TRUE certification provides a framework for businesses to implement and track zero waste strategies. It encourages the adoption of sustainable waste management and reduction practices, which contribute to positive environmental, health, and economic outcomes. IPG's achievement demonstrates its leadership in sustainable packaging solutions and its dedication to minimizing its environmental impact. About IPG Headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, IPG is a global provider of packaging and protective solutions across a diversified set of geographies and end-markets. The Company develops, manufactures, and sells a variety of solutions, including paper and film-based pressure-sensitive and water-activated tapes, stretch and shrink films, protective packaging, woven and non-woven products, and packaging machinery. For information about IPG, visit About Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) GBCI is the world's leading sustainability and health certification and credentialing body, independently recognizing excellence in performance and practice globally while promoting adoption of building and business practices that continually and measurably improve health, equity, resilience, and environmental wellbeing for all. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials and certificates including, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating systems, as well as the PEER standard for power systems, the WELL Building Standard, the Sustainable SITES Initiative (SITES), EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies), TRUE certification for zero waste and Investor Confidence Project (ICP) for energy efficiency retrofits. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jay Bolus, VP of Sustainability jbolus@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at ______________________ Note to Editor: High-resolution images of the facilities and the TRUE Silver certification logo are available upon request. Please refer to the GBCI PR Guidelines ( and for proper usage. We are targeting industry publications focused on packaging, sustainability, manufacturing, and the specific regions where the facilities are located. A list of targeted media outlets will be provided separately.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TRUE Credit Union donates $500,000 to Jackson Interfaith Shelter
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)— The TRUE Community Credit Union will donate $500,000 to the Jackson Interfaith Shelter over the next five years. TRUE says the donation is part of the Jackson Interfaith Shelter's Capital Project to build a new facility dedicated to families to provide safe, stable housing and support services for those facing homelessness. 'This is more than a donation – it's a legacy-defining moment, a commitment to writing a new chapter in the life stories of those seeking hope, stability, and a place to call home,' said Chrissy Siders, President and CEO of TRUE Community Credit Union in a news release sent to 6 News. The Jackson Interfaith Shelter is a non-profit that works with those experiencing homelessness by providing essential services. 'Every day our team sees firsthand the unimaginable struggles families are going through as we walk through this difficult season of life with them…TRUE's gift is a resounding acknowledgment that they are seen and that they matter,' said Steve Castle, Chief Executive Officer of Jackson Interfaith Shelter in a news release sent to 6 News. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
