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inGroup Named Top North American Agency by Costa Cruise Lines

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Receives Costa’s “Over the Top” Award, Recognizing Strong Production, Growth, and Strong Strategic Alignment
GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico – inGroup International, the parent company of inCruises, is proud to announce that it has been named the largest North American agency for Costa Cruises, receiving Costa’s prestigious “Over the Top” Award for 2026.
The award recognizes inGroup’s outstanding production, sustained growth, and the strong strategic alignment between the two organizations.

“We are very grateful to receive this recognition from Costa,”

said Anthony Varvaro, COO & CFO of inGroup International.

“Costa continues to be a popular choice among our rapidly expanding Member base, and we greatly value the relationship we continue to build and the meaningful value it delivers to our Members.”

Priscilla Reyes, Head of Sales, Costa Cruises North America, who presented the award to inGroup as a part of their Global Summit 2026 held aboard the Costa Smeralda, said:

“On behalf of the entire Costa Cruises family, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the incredible team at InCruises for their unwavering partnership and exceptional contributions to our business throughout 2025. Your commitment to excellence and relentless dedication have truly made a remarkable impact on our success. We are beyond thrilled to honor InCruises with the prestigious Over the

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Partner.Co Caps Successful 2025 With Official Year in Review

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91 Awards, 9 Incentive Trips, PXP World Tour in 4 Countries, Multiple New Product Launches — and Over 50 New Videos and Online Tools.
After a record-setting year in many areas across the company in 2024, Partner.Co is proud to release its official Year in Review, a testament to building on the momentum from 2024 and delivering another record-breaking year in 2025.
This year, Partner.Co saw record-breaking growth in Brand Partner enrollments, profit, orders, new customers and bestseller purchases. Each of these key areas was bolstered by a wide range of other accomplishments.
Awards
No stranger to recognition on the global stage, the company was awarded 91 awards in 2025 across 11 competitions, including the Stevie® International Business Awards, MarCom Awards, the Globee® Awards for Business, the Viddy Awards and more. 
Both Founders, Darren Zobrist and John Wadsworth, received multiple recognitions, including Strategic Leaders of the Year (Globee® Awards for Business) and Achievement in Management (Stevie American Business Awards®). 
Partner.Co’s products shined, too, earning nods for their newest products in the Co.Lab™ line, including AbVantage, Sugar Stop, Max2O as well as the Co.Lab brand itself.
Finally, among the many other awards, PXP | The Partner.Co Experience won multiple awards, including for the event, the marketing and ticket sales

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Partner.Co Wins 7 Globee® Awards for Business

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Partner.Co has won seven Globee® Awards for Business. This time around, Partner.Co won top honors in multiple categories:
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Strategic Leaders of the Year | Partner.Co Founders
When Darren Zobrist and John Wadsworth launched Partner.Co, they did more than just merge legacy brands — they built a business model designed to last.
In 2025, that long-term strategy came to life through measurable growth and operational excellence. Partner.Co achieved year-over-year revenue growth and substantial regional expansion, while adding a record-breaking number of new customers worldwide.

“Last year, we talked about Partner.Co’s phenomenal growth worldwide. I’m thrilled to be able to come back at the end of this year and, again, be proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish on that front — continued growth, more strategic bonds between leadership and the field and an even stronger passion for helping people around the world.”

— Darren Zobrist, Founder and CEO

Defining the term ‘fearless leaders,’ Darren and John accomplished all of this while traveling almost constantly to meet the field and build stronger relationships with Brand Partners in 12 different countries.

Marketing Team of the Year
From concept to conversion, the Partner.Co marketing team orchestrated the global rollout of more than a dozen new products across every major region. In 2025

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Trust Your Gut: USANA’s Probiotic Earns ConsumerLab Seal of Approval

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SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 16, 2025 — USANA (NYSE: USNA), the global leader in cellular nutrition, is proud to announce that its top-rated Probiotic supplement has earned the distinguished ConsumerLab.com Seal of Approval. This respected third-party certification recognizes products that meet the highest standards for purity, potency, and scientific accuracy.
Gut health continues to rise as one of today’s most talked-about wellness priorities, with growing scientific evidence linking the microbiome to digestion, immunity, and overall well-being. USANA’s Probiotic delivers a precisely balanced blend of beneficial bacteria formulated to support healthy digestion, nutrient absorption, and everyday wellness.*

“This certification is a powerful validation of the standards we hold ourselves to,”

said Brent Neidig, USANA Chief Commercial Officer.

“We are dedicated to providing our Brand Partners and customers with premium, high-quality products they can trust. We’re proud to offer a probiotic supplement that empowers individuals to take control of their gut health with confidence.”

To earn the Seal of Approval, USANA’s Probiotic supplement underwent comprehensive, independent testing for potency, purity, viability, and label accuracy. It was required to deliver its stated levels of live, active bacterial strains through expiration, and pass all contaminant testing—benchmarks that align with USANA’s own uncompromising quality standards.
USANA’s Probiotic Earns ConsumerLab Seal of Approval
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Sunrider® Receives Two Editor’s Choice Awards From Beauty News NYC

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Sunrider® Receives Dual Beauty News NYC Editor’s Choice Awards for Skincare and Lip Care Excellence
Sunrider International, a global leader in herbal wellness and beauty, proudly announces that Beauty News NYC has recognized two Kandesn® products with prestigious Editor’s Choice Awards. Kandesn Pure Bio Cellulose Under Eye Mask earned Best Under Eye Mask, while Kandesn Sheer Glow Dew Balm & Lip Dew Balm received Best Nourishing Lip Gloss—honoring the efficacy and ingredient integrity of both products.
The Beauty News NYC Editor’s Choice Awards celebrate excellence across the beauty industry, spotlighting products that exemplify innovation, clean formulations, and high performance. Each year, the editorial team recognizes standout brands in skincare, cosmetics, wellness, and more.
Award-Winning Formulations
Kandesn Pure Bio Cellulose Under Eye Mask
Inspired by advanced Korean skincare, these serum-rich biodegradable masks deliver a concentrated surge of hydration to the delicate under-eye area. Infused with niacinamide, retinol, meadowfoam seed oil, and pumpkin extract, they help reduce the appearance of fine lines, puffiness, and dullness—leaving skin smooth, bright, and revitalized.
Kandesn Sheer Glow Dew Balm & Lip Dew Balm
Formulated with hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and botanical emollients, these luxurious lip balms deeply hydrate and condition for soft, supple lips. The Sheer Glow Dew Balm adds a touch of

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Lorena Gabor Wins the Partner.Co 2025 EMEA Vision Award

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Partner.Co is thrilled to announce that Lorena Gabor has won the 2025 EMEA Vision Award.
One of Partner.Co’s most prestigious awards, this year’s Vision Award was presented live on stage at PXP’25 Rome.
What Is the Vision Award?
The Vision Award, given to one Brand Partner per region, once per year, was established to shine a light on Brand Partners who have changed their lives and the lives of others through their dedication to building their businesses. 

“This leader inspires and uplifts others, builds strong teams and leads with heart and integrity. Their influence extends beyond personal success.” 

  –    Darren Zobrist, Founder and Chief Executive Officer 

“This year’s winner is someone who walks into a room and instantly makes everyone feel seen, heard and valued. This person leads a life of gratitude. This person never met a stranger. only future friends, collaborators and fellow dreamers,”

Darren said to rounds of applause at PXP’25 Rome.

Founder and Chief Brand Partner Officer John Wadsworth spoke next, continuing to build the momentum. 

“This leader is an incredible team builder. She invests heavily in her own training and mindset and that of her team,”

he said.
The True Power of Vision
Almost overcome with emotion, Lorena took the stage to massive

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Vorwerk Wins Prestigious International Awards for Thermomix® TM7

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Wuppertal, 25 November 2025 – The launch of the Thermomix® TM7 has not only left a lasting impression within the Vorwerk community; it has also captivated industry experts.
Last week, Vorwerk received two prestigious German communications awards: a Silver Effie in the category “New New” for the overall campaign and the PR Report Award (Germany) for “International Communication,” where Vorwerk prevailed against all competitors. In addition, the company was shortlisted in the “Content Strategy” category of the PR Report Awards.
The TM7 Launch: Turning Valentine’s Day into a Global Moment
On 14 February 2025, a special Valentine’s Day event in Berlin marked the beginning of a movement. Some 2,500 advisors experienced the Thermomix® TM7 as a collective moment of excitement—and carried this momentum into their global communities. Generating more than two billion international contacts within just 72 hours of launch was no coincidence; it was the result of a precisely orchestrated communications strategy designed to create impact exactly where passion resides: within the global Vorwerk community. The momentum continues today. With around 860,000 pre-orders to date, the Thermomix® TM7 is the most successful product launch in Vorwerk’s history.

Communication as a Team Effort

“The Thermomix TM7 launch was extraordinary in every respect,”

says Matthias van

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USANA Named No. 1 Supplements Brand in the Philippines for 7th Consecutive Year

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Euromonitor recognizes USANA Philippines as the market leader from 2019 to 2025; named the number 1 dietary supplements brand in the Philippines for the 7th consecutive year. 
USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a global leader in health and wellness, has once again been recognized as the No. 1 dietary supplements brand in the Philippines* by Euromonitor International—marking an unprecedented seven consecutive years at the top (2019–2025).
This continued recognition underscores USANA‘s unwavering commitment to delivering science-based nutrition, premium-quality products, and exceptional trust among Filipino consumers.

“To be recognized as the leading dietary supplements brand in the Philippines for seven straight years is an incredible honor,”

said Vivienne Lee, Regional Vice President of Asia Pacific.

“It’s a true testament to the power of our science, our products, and the passion of our Philippine team and Brand Partners who continue to share the USANA vision of true health and wellness.”

Since opening its corporate office in Makati’s Enterprise Center in 2009, USANA Philippines has become one of the company’s most vibrant and successful markets. This seventh consecutive Euromonitor distinction further reinforces USANA’s reputation as the trusted choice for health-conscious Filipinos.

“This achievement is something we proudly share with our amazing Brand Partners and customers,”

said Cherry Ampig, General Manager, USANA Philippines.

“Seven years

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MarketWatch Names eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja to The MarketWatch 25

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The MarketWatch 25 recognizes visionary leaders shaping how we live, work, spend and invest. Leo Pareja’s recognition reflects eXp’s people-first approach and growing influence. 
eXp Realty®, “the most agent-centric™ real estate brokerage on the planet,” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), announced that CEO Leo Pareja was named to The 2025 MarketWatch 25, the outlet’s annual list celebrating influential leaders driving innovation and progress across industries.
MarketWatch recognized Pareja for his leadership in redefining modern real estate through transparency, accessibility and empowerment. Since being appointed CEO in 2024, Pareja has led eXp with a vision of building trust, strengthening agent success and creating a more connected experience for consumers worldwide.

“Leo’s leadership is a reflection of what makes eXp different,”

said Glenn Sanford, Founder, Chairman and CEO of eXp World Holdings.

“He brings the same spirit of innovation and collaboration that built this company — empowering agents, driving transparency and keeping people at the heart of everything we do. This recognition from MarketWatch reinforces how eXp and its leaders are helping shape the future of real estate.”

As the only real-estate-brokerage CEO recognized, Pareja joins leaders from major industries across finance, technology, education and retail. His inclusion underscores eXp Realty’s role as a

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inGroup International Recognized With Two Awards

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Awards Presented for Best MSC Yacht Club Producer and FIT Over the Top Producer
inGroup International enthusiastically announces that its flagship brand, inCruises, has been recognized as a top producer by MSC Cruises at this year’s All Stars of the Sea event aboard the MSC Seaview.
inGroup was honored with two of the highest distinctions presented: Best MSC Yacht Club Producer 2025 and FIT Over the Top Producer 2025.
The Best MSC Yacht Club Producer award recognizes the company’s top position in sales for MSC’s signature luxury cruise experience—the Yacht Club—while the FIT Over the Top Producer award highlights inGroup’s leading role in generating the highest overall sales for MSC Cruises in 2025 in New Emerging Markets.
inGroup COO and CFO, Anthony Varvaro accepts the awards on behalf of inGroup’s global community.

“Our partnership with MSC Cruises continues to be an important part of fulfilling our mission to deliver the joy of cruising to our Members worldwide,”

said Anthony Varvaro, Chief Operations Officer and Chief Financial Officer of inGroup International, who accepted the awards on behalf of inGroup’s global community.

“We’re grateful for this recognition, which truly belongs to our Partners who continue to inspire Members to see the world. We look forward to growing our collaboration with MSC even further.”

inGroup International continues to strengthen

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