PL DEVELOPMENTS ACQUIRES ASSETS OF PAL LABORATORIES
January 2008
Westbury drug company buys lab
January 2008
Pharmaceutical Company Lifts Its Voices to Help Children's Community Choir
December 2007
Long Island Based Pharmaceutical Company, PL Developments, Acquires Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility in Miami, Florida
October 2007
Westbury-Based PL Developments Puts a New Focus on its Mission
September 2007
PL Developments Announces Change in Company Mission Statement
August 2007
PL Developments President Speaks at CBS Small Business Breakfast
June 2007
Children's Miracle Network Annual Celebration
June 2007
CBS Small Business Breakfast
March 2007
Westbury High School Students Work On Display at PL Developments
February 2007
PL Developments, WHS Photo Club Work Together on Art Project
January 2007
Local Company Hosts Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony While Raising Funds for Children’s Miracle Network
January 2007
WESTBURY
Singing for charity
January 2007
PL holds candle-lighting
January 2007
Children's Miracle Network welcomes PL Developments as one of its newest sponsors
November 2006
Private Particulars, On the Suppliers Side
September 2006
Pharmaceutical gallery
September 2006
Student art on exhibit at drug firm
August 2006
Pharmaceutical Company Creates Gallery for Artist
October 2006
Pharmaceutical Company Creates Gallery for Artist
July 2006
PL DEVELOPMENTS ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF FIRST-EVER PRIVATE LABEL CHARITY DONATION PROGRAM
July 2006
PL DEVELOPMENTS LAUNCHES CHARITY DONATION PROGRAM
June 2006
GCHS NEWSPAPER, AROUND THE SCHOOL
GCHS's photo club and PL Developments collaborate on "Journey Forward Art Project"
June 2006
GCHS Photo Club Collaborates On Art Project
May 2006
Private Particulars, On the Suppliers Side
March 2006
PL Developments Sends OTC To Vitamin Angel Alliance For Katrina Relief Effort
May 2005
Retailers Can Offer a Healthy Dose
PL DEVELOPMENTS ACQUIRES ASSETS OF PAL LABORATORIES
(Westbury, N.Y.)—PL Developments has acquired the assets of PAL Laboratories, which operates a state of the art, pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Miami. This facility is capable of manufacturing pharmaceutical, over-the-counter (OTC) and nutritional tablets, caplets, and two piece hard-shell capsules. The acquisition will pave the way for the formation of a new PL Developments’ subsidiary, Avéma Pharma Solutions. Avéma will focus on developing and manufacturing innovative new products for the Pharmaceutical, OTC, and nutritional markets.
PL Developments has acquired the assets of PAL Laboratories, which owns a manufacturing facility in Florida that PL will use to create a new subsidiary.
The new PL Developments' subsidiary will be called Avéma Pharma Solutions. Avéma will focus on developing and manufacturing new products for the pharmaceutical, OTC and nutritional markets.
According to Mitchell Singer, president and chief executive officer of PL Developments, "We believe that the synergies between the two companies are substantial. This Food and Drug Administration inspected facility will allow us to develop and manufacture exciting new Rx/OTC products that we will be able to deliver to our retail partners, such as Wal-Mart, Costco, CVS and Walgreens."
Westbury drug company buys lab
PL Developments, a Westbury-based over-the-counter pharmaceutical company, has acquired PAL Laboratories of Miami, Fla., in a deal announced earlier this week.
Terms of the deal were not announced.
PL Developments, which supplies over-the-counter products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, cough/cold, sleep and eye care categories, said PAL operates in a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility capable of making over-the-counter and pharmaceutical tablets, caplets, two-piece hard-shells and capsules.
PL Developments said it will form a new subsidiary, Avema Pharma Solutions, to focus on dealing with large pharmaceutical companies. The goal, PL Developments said, is to partner with big pharmaceutical companies to develop a turn key product for the large companies to manufacture.
January 2008
Pharmaceutical Company Lifts Its Voices to Help Children's Community Choir
In 2007 the Westbury-based pharmaceutical company, PL Developments, hosted its annual Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony at its state of the art facility. PL Developments is actively involved in the community and sponsors the LC Performing Arts Center, also located in Westbury. In honor of the holiday event, PL Developments welcomed the remarkable LC Performing Arts Choir to perform at PLD’s annual holiday extravaganza. The talented choir opened the ceremony with their lustrous voices and performed popular holiday songs and dances. Director and role model of the LCPAC, Lynette Carr-Hicks, lent her enthusiasm, professionalism and extraordinary talent to every aspect of PLD’s Holiday Celebration. She and the outstanding choir created a truly joyous holiday atmosphere. With the help of donations from local businesses, PL Developments held a raffle in which all proceeds went to the Not for Profit LC Performing Arts Center and enabled PL Developments to generate a sizeable donation to the LCPAC. The LC Performing Arts Center is a newly formed community organization that offers courses in stage and voice and enables local children and young adults the ability to explore their own creativity, develop self-confidence and learn about the arts. PL Developments is proud to sponsor such an endeavor within the community.
In addition to recognizing PL Developments’ dedicated employees at the holiday ceremony, the raffle allowed for local businesses such as Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Package All Corp., SCS Supplies, Shorewood, ABF, London Jewelers, Maximums Spa, Vincent’s Clam Bar, Novita, Premium Supply Company and many others to contribute donations that truly exemplify a generous holiday spirit.
PL Developments’ CEO Mitchell Singer stated, “’Tis the season to give back to the neighborhood and community. We are blessed to celebrate the holiday with our PL Developments family, and we welcome the opportunity to help this very worthwhile performing arts center with our sponsorship. We are thrilled to enjoy the beautiful voices of these talented youngsters, and pleased to be a part of this wonderful endeavor, lead by Lynette Carr-Hicks.”
December 2007
Long Island Based Pharmaceutical Company, PL Developments, Acquires Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Facility in Miami, Florida
PL Developments, a Westbury, New York pharmaceutical company has announced the acquisition of the assets of PAL Laboratories. PAL operates a state of the art, pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Miami, Florida. This facility is capable of manufacturing pharmaceutical, over-the-counter (OTC) and nutritional tablets, caplets, and two piece hard-shell capsules.
This acquisition will pave the way for the formation of a new PL Developments’ subsidiary, Avéma Pharma Solutions. Avéma will focus on developing and manufacturing innovative new products for the Pharmaceutical, OTC, and Nutritional markets. This cGMP facility will also allow Avéma to partner with Pharmaceutical firms to develop, manufacture, package and distribute complete, finished products for those firms to bring to market.
PL Developments will continue to build on their reputation for innovation, product leadership and customer service, which has been established in the Private Label, OTC market. Avéma will play an important role in expanding PL Developments’ product offerings and maintaining its position as an innovative market leader.
According to Mitchell Singer, President and CEO of PL Developments, “This acquisition is exciting for everyone at PL Developments. We believe that the synergies between the two companies are substantial. This FDA inspected facility will allow us to develop and manufacture exciting new Rx/OTC products that we will be able to deliver to our retail partners such as Wal-Mart, Costco, CVS and Walgreen’s.” Echoing the sentiments of Mr. Singer, Roger Lopez, Senior Vice President of Operations for Avéma, stated “Everyone at PAL is excited about joining the PL Developments team. The creation of Avéma will generate opportunities to market the operational excellence that we have built in our Miami facility.”
Headquartered in Westbury, New York, PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, cough/cold, sleep and eye care categories. PL Developments will continue to lead the industry with new and exclusive products. Expect many exciting product launches, innovative marketing, and unsurpassed commitment to quality and service in 2008. Visit us at www.pldevelopments.com.
October 2007
Westbury-Based PL Developments Puts a New Focus on its Mission
PL Developments announced an addition to its enduring mission statement after nineteen years of commitment to unsurpassed quality and service in the Private Label OTC and Contract Packaging industries.
The original mission statement remains an integral part of
PL Developments’ philosophy, and was revisited to accommodate the company’s growing capabilities and expanding aspirations. A company-wide focus on community, environment and philanthropic endeavors was added to the bedrock of the company in August 2007.
"We provide customers with the highest quality products, at the lowest possible total cost. We deliver products on time, all the time, in a mutually profitable manner. We are conscientious about the well-being of our customers, and our community."
“PL Developments has secured itself firmly in the industry,” said Linda Singer, VP of Creative Services, “and is now able to focus on the local community, charities and the environment, without wavering its unequivocal packaging, marketing and distribution capabilities. We are passionate about raising our social conscience and the positive impact it will have.”
Headquartered in Westbury, New York, PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, laxative, antacid, gastrointestinal, cough/cold and sleep/motion and eye care categories. PL Developments will continue to lead the industry with new and exclusive stand-alone products and programs. Visit us at www.pldevelopments.com.
September 2007
PL Developments Announces Change in Company Mission Statement
PL Developments announced an addition to its enduring mission statement after nineteen years of commitment to unsurpassed quality and service in the Private Label OTC and Contract Packaging industries.
The original mission statement remains an integral part of
PL Developments’ philosophy, and was revisited to accommodate the company’s growing capabilities and expanding aspirations. A company-wide focus on community, environment and philanthropic endeavors was added to the bedrock of the company in August 2007.
“PL Developments has secured itself firmly in the industry,” said Linda Singer, VP of Creative Services, “and is now able to focus on the local community, charities and the environment, without wavering its unequivocal packaging, marketing and distribution capabilities. We are passionate about raising our social conscience and the positive impact it will have.”
Headquartered in Westbury, New York, PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, laxative, antacid, gastrointestinal, cough/cold and sleep/motion and eye care categories. PL Developments will continue to lead the industry with new and exclusive stand-alone products and programs.
August 2007
PL Developments President Speaks at CBS Small Business Breakfast
Hundreds of small businesses attended the CBS Small Business Breakfast, which was hosted by Joe Connolly of CBS Radio and held June 7th at the Garden City Hotel. At the breakfast, Mitchell Singer, co-founder and president of the Westbury-based PL Developments – a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA-approved products in the analgesics, gastrointestinal and cough/cold categories, spoke about the growth of his business, including the major factors that have contributed to PL Developments' evolution into a major supplier in the Private Label Pharmaceutical Industry.
Children's Miracle Network Annual Celebration
Katie is 6 years old from Fl. She was born with an eating disorder of severe reflux and developed an intense aversion to eating as a result. She is doing very well and loves to eat as much as sing.
PL Developments, a pharmaceutical company located in Westbury, NY, had the great honor to attend the Children's Miracle Network Annual Celebration, held in Orlando, Florida. The event brought together all of the Children's Miracle Network sponsor companies as well as the children who benefit from the charity. The Children's Miracle Network Celebration held many interesting seminars told by an inspirational group of miraculous survivors, sponsors, and doctors. The Children's Miracle Network is the alliance of select premier children's hospitals that treat millions of children for every disease and injury imaginable. CMN hospitals impact the lives of more children than any other children's organization in the world.
The most loving and affectionate Miracle Child. Rainy is 4 years old from Kansas and was diagnosed with Spinal Bifida & Brain Stem Cyst. She underwent 11 brain surgeries and is still smiling!!
PL Developments has a unique Charity Donation Program which generates donations to various worthwhile charities such as the Children's Miracle Network and the American Breast Cancer Foundation. The program enables PL Developments' customers and drug and food retailers to bond with their customers in a truly rewarding fashion. Products in the program proudly display the logo of the associated charity on the principal display panel of each pharmaceutical box and donations are made to the charities by retailers and matched by PL Developments.
This strong and outgoing little girl, Kaley Dugger, age 10 of Washington has Bacterial Meningitis. She has had a kidney transplant, lost the tips of her fingers and both legs below the knees and still smiles, laughs and loves life!!
According to Stephanie Witowski, Public Relations Associate, “It’s such a great feeling to know that PL Developments does business with many drug and food retailers that share our commitment to helping those less fortunate”. PL Developments is proud of their Charity Donation Program which is the first of its kind in the Private Label Pharmaceutical Category.
LOVE 5 year old Sammy! He is AMAZING!! Sammy is from PA and at age 2 was in a terrible house fire burning 60% of his body and had to have his legs amputated below the knee, though still smiles and has that BEAUTIFUL face!
Headquartered in Westbury, New York, PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, laxative, antacid, gastrointestinal, cough/cold, and sleep/motion categories. PL Developments will continue to lead the industry with new and exclusive stand-alone products.
CBS Small Business Breakfast
Mitchell Singer, cofounder and President of PL Developments, spoke at the CBS Small Business Breakfast on June 7 at the Garden City Hotel. PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA-approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, and cough/cold categories. The breakfast was hosted by Joe Connolly of CBS Radio.
Mr. Singer spoke about the growth of his business, including the major factors that have contributed to PL Developments’ evolution into a major supplier in the Private Label Pharmaceutical Industry. The breakfast was attended by hundreds of small businesses, inspired by Mr. Singer’s discussions on the importance of extraordinary customer service. When asked by Mr. Connolly which one decision has made the greatest impact on the company’s future, Mr. Singer answered, “Deciding to move my entire facility into new state-of-the-art headquarters in Westbury, N.Y. was an enormous challenge that enabled us to bring PL Developments to the next level.”
March 2007
Westbury High School Students Work On Display at PL Developments
A picture by photography student Karis Noel.
Westbury High School Art Chairperson Carol Oberlander will proudly be visiting PL Developments to see Westbury High School students' artwork hanging on the walls of the pharmaceutical company located in Westbury. Oberlander and Westbury High School Principal Manuel Arias brought the concept of PL Developments Journey Forward Art Project to their students, who participated over the past few months by photographing pharmaceuticals under the guidance of their art teacher Joshua Schimsky.
"The Westbury High School students' photographs are an important part of our Journey Forward Art Gallery," according to Linda Singer, vice president of creative services at PL Developments. "We have worked with several schools on this project, and we are so pleased and honored to be working with our talented neighbors at Westbury High School."
Westbury High School students who participated include Tiffany Mason, Karis Noel, Lendelle Raymond and chao-An Wu.
For more information about Journey Forward Art Project, contact Stephanie Witowski, public relations at PL Developments, at 986-1682 or email at switowski@pldevelopments.com.
February 2007
PL Developments, WHS Photo Club Work Together on Art Project
Westbury High School Photo Club members Lendelle Raymond and Karis Noel.
PL Developments, a Westbury-based pharmaceutical company, recently invited Westbury High School students to participate in their Journey Forward Art Project.
Westbury High School Photo Club students, under the guidance of art teacher Joshua Schimsky, photographed pharmaceutical samples as a subject matter. A unique and innovative program, Journey Forward Art Project both encourages students creativity and brings PL Developments closer to the community it is in.
According to Schimsky. "Students learned to explore and visualize product in new and unique ways. They were challenged to see past the idea that they were working with simple pills and pill bottles. In arranging and shooting pictures of PL Developments products, students explored how these simple looking products could be used to send a message or create a story. Students also developed an understanding of color and color theory by combining pills and bottles within their compositions. This was an interesting and enjoyable project for the students of Westbury High School's Photo Club."
January 2007
Local Company Hosts Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony While Raising Funds for Children’s Miracle Network
Stephanie Witowski of the Westbury-based pharmaceutical company PL Developments welcomes the Westbury High School Choir to their Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony.
In 2006, the Westbury-based pharmaceutical company, PL Developments, hosted its first Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony at its new 200,000 square-foot facility. Through the event, PL Developments partnered with several local businesses and the Westbury High School Choir to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network and raise money for neighborhood children’s hospitals.
In addition to recognizing PL Developments’ dedicated employees, the recent Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony allowed for local businesses such as Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spas, London Jewelers, Maximus Spa, Cozymels, Vincent’s Clam Bar, Novita, Westbury Bally’s Total Fitness, Westbury Car Wash, Don Juan’s, Premium Supply Company and many others to contribute donations that truly exemplify a generous holiday spirit. PL Developments was able to generate raffle prizes that led to a sizeable donation to the Children’s Miracle Network.
PL Developments was also thrilled to welcome the talented Westbury High School Choir. They opened the ceremony with their lustrous voices and popular holiday songs. Westbury music teacher Lynette Carr-Hicks lent her enthusiasm, professionalism and extraordinary talent to every aspect of PLD’s Candle Lighting Ceremony and she and the students created a truly joyous holiday atmosphere.
PL Developments’ 200 associates opened the doors to their newly relocated Westbury facility a few months ago and have since strengthened the neighboring community through charity donations, involvement with local students and initiation of art projects in the area.
“We call our relocation to Westbury our ‘journey forward’ and most important to our transition is connecting with our new community and being good neighbors,” said PL Developments’ CEO Mitchell Singer.
WESTBURY
Singing for charity
Members of the Westbury High School Choir, led by music teacher Lynette Carr-Hicks, performed at the Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony hosted by PL Developments in Westbury. PL Developments, a pharmaceutical company, partnered with neighboring businesses to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network.
PL holds candle-lighting
To celebrate its charity work in raising money for the Children's Miracle Network, pharmaceutical company PL Developments held a holiday candle-lighting ceremony.
The Westbury-based company invited local businesses to come and donate to the Miracle Network, which supports children’s hospitals.
Children's Miracle Network welcomes PL Developments as one of its newest sponsors
Sales and Marketing Director, Joni Foley, and Public Relations Associate, Stephanie Witowski, of PL Developments proudly display a check for $4,000 for Children's Miracle Network raised at their Holiday Candle Lighting Ceremony. Thank you PL Developments and welcome to our family of supporters!
Private Particulars, On the Suppliers Side:
PL Developments, Melville, N.Y., moves to a new state-of-the-art pharmaceutical facility in Westbury, N.Y., and announces the company's Journey Forward Art Project. Meshing a creative project with the company's pharmaceutical business, the art project is an initiative to outsource artwork for an internal art gallery, exhibit the work of a broad range of artist within the community and make charitable donations on the artist' behalf. PLB
Pharmaceutical gallery
Westbury-based pharmaceutical company PL Developments announced it has launched its "Journey Forward Art Project," wherein the company selects artwork from local artist to be exhibited at a gallery in its corporate headquarters. The company also makes donations to various Long Island charities on behalf of the artists it chooses.
For the initial launch of the project, PL looked to local university and high school artist for artwork.The only catch was students had to use PL's pharmaceutical products as their subject matter. Now, PL reaches out to all artists in the community.
We invite you to begin the Journey... Contact us at lsinger@pldevelopments.com.
Student art on exhibit at drug firm
PL Developments, an over-the-counter pharmaceutical company in Westbury, recently launched its Journey Forward Art Project.
Phase One invited university and high school students to submit artwork using pharmaceuticals as the subject matter. Participating schools included Garden City High School, Adelphi University and Briarcliffe College. The artwork was exhibited throughout company offices. "Using our pharmaceuticals as their subject matter, the students have used their talents and imaginations to Journey Forward," said Linda Singer, vice president for creative services.
Phase Two invites all artists to loan examples of their work to PL Developments for ongoing exhibits at its facility. To acknowledge their participation, the company will donate to a charity of the artist's choice.
We invite you to begin the Journey... Contact us at lsinger@pldevelopments.com.
Pharmaceutical Company Creates Gallery for Artist
Our "Journey Forward" art program strives to give artistic opportunities to local students and artists of all levels, providing a receptive environment to display their work and creative and inspirational motivation for both artists and audience. "Journey Forward" has successfully engineered a growing artistic environment and is now extending the invitation to a broader art community. We currently display a myriad of work, on loan from artists, throughout our 200,000 square foot facility. Additionally, for each artist participating in the program, we contribute a donation to various charities of the artist's choice.
(PRWEB) August 28, 2006 -- PL Developments announces their Journey Forward Art Project as they move headquarters to a state of the art pharmaceutical facility in Westbury, NY. Inspired by a George Lois quote, “Creativity can solve almost any problem, the creative act, the defeat of habit by originality, overcomes everything,” PL Developments has taken this opportunity to open up minds in an unusual manner and successfully mesh this creative project with their pharmaceutical business. The Journey Forward Art Project is an initiative by PL Developments to outsource artwork for an internal art gallery, exhibit the work of a broad range of artists within the community and make donations on the artists’ behalf to the charity of their choice.
During Phase One of the project, PL Developments invited university and high school students to participate in the unique and innovative program. “Asking students and artists to enhance PL Developments environment with their art work, the program encourages the passion for individuality in the artists and in ourselves,” according to Linda Singer, VP of Creative Services. “Using our pharmaceuticals as their subject matter, the students have used their talents and imaginations for Journey Forward.” The photographs are exhibited throughout the facility.
During Phase Two of the project, PL Developments extended the invitation to a broader art community. Artists were encouraged to loan their work to PLD for exhibition in their facility, becoming part of an ever-changing collection of emerging contemporary artists.
In addition, PL Developments offered to donate money to any charity of the artists’ choice within their Charity Donation Program. Through pharmaceutical sales, PLD and their customers have made donations to The American Breast Cancer Foundation and The Children’s Miracle Network. The successful Charity Donation Program ensured that the charities participating received a portion of proceeds earned through the sale of products bearing their logo. “It was more effective to tie the two programs together, and we decided a donation will be made to the charity of choice for every artist that participates in our Journey Forward Art Project,” according to Stephanie Witowski, Public Relations Associate.
As PLD continues Journey Forward, creativity is welcomed through their doors and minds. PL Developments exhibits photographs, paintings and drawings in their headquarters, and continues to add to the collection. During Phase Three of the Journey Forward Art Project, PL Developments hopes to extend to a broader art and design community. PLD welcomes visitors to the exhibit in their facility. The response has been overwhelming. “This truly has been a journey for us and the creativity we experience on a daily basis enhances our minds and our space,” said Ms. Witowski.
PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, and cough/cold categories. PL Developments is recognized in their industry for unsurpassed commitment to quality and service.
We invite you to begin the Journey... Contact us at lsinger@pldevelopments.com.
July 2006
PL DEVELOPMENTS ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF FIRST-EVER PRIVATE LABEL CHARITY DONATION PROGRAM
PL Developments, a leading provider of store-brand OTC pharmaceutical products, has launched a Private Label Charity Donation Program. This program consists of a three way partnership between PL Developments, our customers, and a host of honorable Charities whereby specific store brand items will target the designated Charity and donations will be generated for each piece sold.
Phase one of the Charity Donation Program was launched earlier this year. The first Charity targeted was the reputable “American Breast Cancer Foundation”. This successful program ensures that the American Breast Cancer Foundation will receive a portion of proceeds earned through the sale of products bearing the Breast Cancer logo. Retailers offer their customers the opportunity to donate to a charitable cause, at no additional cost to them.
Retailers were quick to join PL Developments in this worthwhile endeavor and the response and support of all was tremendous and continues to grow. Many of our customers participating are Meijer, Duane Reade, Longs, Topco, Pathmark, Premier Value and Western Family Foods. “PL Developments continuously strives to find “out-the-box” methods of bringing prestige and innovation to store brand programs. We are thrilled to have the opportunity and the support to add “heart” to this winning mix”, states Joni Foley, Sales & Marketing Director, PL Developments.
Headquartered in Westbury and Farmingdale, New York, PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, and cough/cold categories. PL Developments will continue to lead the industry with new and exclusive stand-alone products. Expect many exciting product launches, innovative marketing, and unsurpassed commitment to quality and service in 2006. Visit us at www.pldevelopments.com
PL DEVELOPMENTS LAUNCHES CHARITY DONATION PROGRAM
(Farmingdale, N.Y.)–PL Developments, a provider of store-brand over-the-counter products, has launched a Private Label Charity Donation Program. It consist of a three-way partnership between PL Developments, retailers, and a host of honorable charities. Specific store brand items target the designated charity and donations are generated with each piece sold. Participating retailers include Meijer, Longs, Topco, Pathmark, Premier Value and Western Family Foods. "PL Developments continuously strives to find 'out-the-box' methods of bringing prestige and innovation to store brand programs," said Joni Foley, Sales & Marketing Director, PL Developments.
June 2006
GCHS NEWSPAPER, AROUND THE SCHOOL
GCHS's photo club and PL Developments collaborate on "Journey Forward Art Project"
Over the past three months, Garden City Photo Club students have been participating in a college-level art project with pharmaceutical company PL Developments. Headquartered in Westbury and Farmingdale, New York, PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, and cough/cold categories.
PL Developments recently moved to a 200,000 square foot facility in Westbury. As part of the move, called "Journey Forward," OPL Developments has decided to display students' artwork to enhance the new environment."This venture provides students exposure to use their creativity in a commercial environment, and connects PL Developments with the community around us," said Linda Singer, Vice President of Creative Services and Public Relations.
Kathleen Mahoney, photography teacher, eagerly embraced the program as an opportunity to get her students to perform at college levels. She invited representatives from PL Developments to the school during the introduction and early stages of this innovative project. "It has been a wonderful experience for me and my students and we are having a blast working with PL Developments," she said. "Everyone we have met has been so enthusiastic and supportive."
The artwork includes photography of various PL Development products and other images, enhanced in Adobe Photoshop. Ms. Mahoney taught several advanced photography techniques, which students employed in their artwork, including dodging and burning, and the use of filters to correct and improve exposure. The quality of their finished work exemplifies the students' hard work and dedication to the project.
Other area schools participating in PL Developments' "Journey Forward Art Project" are Adelphi University and Briarcliffe College. We invite you to begin the Journey... Contact us at lsinger@pldevelopments.com.
GCHS Photo Club Collaborates On Art Project
Over the past three months, Garden City Photo Club students have been participating in a college-level art project with Pharmaceutical Company PL Developments. Headquartered in Westbury and Farmingdale, New York, PL Developments is a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, and cough/cold categories. PL Developments recently moved to a 200,000 square foot facility in Westbury. As part of the move, which is called "Journey Forward", PL Developments has decided to display student's artwork to enhance the new environment. "This venture provides students exposure to use their creativity in a commercial environment, and connects PL Developments with the community around us," according to Linda Singer, Vice President of Creative Services and Public Relations.
Kathleen Mahoney, photography teacher at Garden City High School, eagerly embraced the program as an opportunity to get her students to perform at college levels. She invited representatives from PL Developments to the school during the introduction and early stages of this innovative project. "It has been a wonderful experience for me and my student's and we are having a blast working with PL Developments," she said. "Everyone we have met has been so enthusiastic and supportive."
The artwork includes photography of various PL Development products and other images, enhanced in Adobe Photoshop. Ms. Mahoney taught several advanced photography techniques, which students employed in their artwork, including dodging and burning, and the use of filters to correct and improve exposure. The quality of their finished work exemplifies the students' hard work and dedication to the project.
Other area schools participating in PL Developments, "Journey Forward Art Project", are Adelphi University and Briarcliffe College. We invite you to begin the Journey... Contact us at lsinger@pldevelopments.com.
Private Particulars, On the Suppliers Side:
PL Developments, Farmingdale, N.Y., launches a private label charity program that consist of a three-way partnership between the company, its customers and a number of charities. The program, in which sales of specific store brand items will generate donations, kicked off in April with the American Breast Cancer Foundation as the initial recipient.
PL Developments Sends OTC To Vitamin Angel Alliance For Katrina Relief Effort
PL Developments, a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, and cough/cold categories, made a major donation to Vitamin Angel Alliance’s Katrina Relief effort, to help the Katrina survivors as they begin to put their lives back together.
Farmingdale, NY (PRWEB) September 28, 2005 -- PL Developments, a leading supplier of over-the-counter, FDA approved products in the analgesic, gastrointestinal, and cough/cold categories, made a major donation to Vitamin Angel Alliance’s Katrina Relief effort, to help the Katrina survivors as they begin to put their lives back together.
Mitch Singer, President of PL Developments said; “Our hearts went out to these people and we knew our products could help them through this challenging time. We are happy to be able to join Vitamin Angels in their relief effort.”
PL Developments shipped an assortment of products for the Katrina relief effort; more than 1,700 cases containing over 54,000 bottles of various OTC products.
Vitamin Angel has been shipping multiple vitamins and children's chewable vitamins to send to the refugees from Hurricane Katrina. To help stave off malnutrition, and lessen the likelihood of opportunistic infections and disease, Vitamin Angels is working with a consortium of companies in the natural products and pharmaceutical industries to help bring in emergency nutritional supplies to the refugees from New Orleans and people affected in the surrounding states.
PL Developments is an industry leader with new and exclusive stand-alone OTC products. PL Developments is known for exciting product launches, innovative marketing, and unsurpassed commitment to quality and service. For more information go to: www.pldevelopments.com
Vitamin Angel Alliance (www.vitaminangel.org) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization providing basic nutrition to people in need since 1994. Vitamin Angel Alliance responds to the most pressing health concerns identified by the communities requesting its assistance. Nutritional products are contributed to the Alliance by an ever-enlarging association of Vitamin Angels – an alliance of nutritional supplement manufacturers, distributors and retailers. These goods are then donated to charitable health care facilities and programs located in countries across the globe, including the United States. Last year Vitamin Angels donated 23.4 million supplements to people in need in 40 countries around the world. To learn more, visit www.vitaminangel.org
Retailers Can Offer a Healthy Dose
Categories within the private label over-the-counter (OTC) segment have had an up and down year. Private label analgesic rubs, cold/allergy/sinus tablet and liquids, cough drops, incontinence, sleeping remedies, nasal products enjoyed increased sales, while internal analgesics, cough syrups, gastrointestinal liquids and gastrointestinal tablets saw sales dip into the red.
With the improved image of private label products in recent years, retailers are ready to position their brands to provide leadership roles, according to Joni Foley, sales and marketing director, PL Developments, Farmingdale, N.Y. “Store brands have evolved from less expensive versions of name-brand items to premium products with a premium look over the national brand offering,” she says. “For consumers, this has created quite a dramatic shift in perception.”
There are several areas ripe with opportunity for private label OTC manufacturers, the biggest of which has come with the shifting population demographic. “Baby boomers and an increasing number of diabetics are looking for sugar-free products, and there’s also a need for new pain relieving products that have no side effects like the COX2 inhibitors,” says Vinima Kerof, vice president of marketing, Guardian Drug, Dayton, N.J.
“Rx-to-OTC switches are another area of opportunity. Products like Prilosec offer an opportunity that opens itself to growth, even though that particular product isn’t yet converted to private label.” she says.
Successful private label OTC suppliers are able to mirror national brands with timely, efficacious generic equivalents, but sometimes that’s more easily said than done in an industry that relies on science, technology and strict FDA regulations. “In the analgesic category, the liquid gel or softgel form has been very well received. Advil launched their 200-mg ibuprofen in this form and it is doing extremely well at retail, with many retailers it is the leading-selling SKU,” says Lenny Luongo, vice president private label sales and marketing, Pharmaceutical Formulations Inc. (PFI), Edison, N.J. “This is a unique form and for the most part, needs to be purchased from a liquid gel manufacturer. What makes the Advil liquid gel even more unique is that it’s an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for private label companies, which requires an FDA submission and approval.”
Spearheading Innovation
Consumers are increasingly open to new private label products in this category, as long as they provide innovative incentives equal to or better than their national brand shelf mates. Such incentives would be “superior packaging, new dosage delivery forms and first-ever stand-alone alternatives that are merchandised exclusively to the store brand market,” Foley says.
Other private label OTC growth opportunities lie in innovation. “In order to bring your brand to the next level and, at the same time, increase loyalty and prestige to your brand, invent within it. Take chances. Offer products that are one step above their national brand counterparts,” suggests Foley. “This should include new innovative dosage forms of the national brand or products that quite simply stand alone as winning additions to your brand.”
For example, leading national brand laxative Senokot has been offered in private label in tableted form. After thorough analysis of a new line extension in this category, last year PL Developments launched a stand-alone private label Senna Softgel for the laxative category, which carried a “compare to the active ingredient of Senokot ” statement, but was formulated in an easy-to-swallow softgel dosage form; something the company believed consumers preferred. “Store brands drive both customer loyalty and profit – the way to grow private label programs is to invent within them and offer bigger, better and brighter than the national brand at every opportunity,” Foley says. There has also been innovation in acetaminophen products recently, with private label offerings set to compare with the national brand Tylenol lineup.
“Finally, acetaminophen customers have the same option of liquid-filled fast relief that has been tremendously successful in the ibuprofen (Advil) category,” Foley says. She adds that while the drug chains were quick to accept the liquid-filled technology in private label, food and mass merchandisers are now coming around and “jumping on the bandwagon,” she says. “This proves beyond a doubt that the trend is real – and growing.”
Methods to increase sales can take many forms. PFI has been concentrating on getting private label products positioned at check-out counters to take advantage of the impulse purchase. Luongo says Dollar General is currently enjoying success with a wire basket display program that features a 30-count ibuprofen tablet offering.
Guardian Drug’s Kerof says smaller packs are another area for consideration. “Not only do they satisfy the issue of affordability, but they also drive trial,” she says.
Another option is value packs that offer promotional items such as an additional percentage of product or a buy-one-get-one-free concept. “Customers like the idea of getting something above and beyond what they’re paying for,” Kerof adds.
When it comes to promoting private label OTC products, it’s important to consider the factors that attract a consumer’s attention. First and foremost, it’s key to consider packaging that’s at least comparable to the quality of your national brand competitors. Quality packaging is a primary vehicle that conveys the safety and value of the product within – two notions that a consumer looks for when trying to decide between paying a little extra for a national brand or enjoying the value that comes with a private label equivalent.
“The very best promotion, on or off shelf, starts earlier in the process – actual package design. Presentation is an integral part of the store brands’ identity and success,” Foley says. “Your ‘look’ is the first link to the customers’ attention. Target your customer and talk to them through your design. Keep your packaging fresh, updated, consistent and exciting always.”
Erosive Auctions
Submitting bid proposals to secure a private label OTC manufacturing contract has entered the technology age – an unfortunate development, according to many manufacturers, who see online bid auctions as detrimental to retailers and ultimately the consumers they sell to.
“They are seriously deterrent to growth in this category,” says Kerof. “In the last two years, manufacturers have become desperate to retain business and in doing so, they significantly lower their margins. Retailers love it because they’re getting a lower price point, but the process leaves very little room for a company to invest in its growth and product diversity.”
The most important consideration, especially in the pharmaceutical market, is the level of quality and its impact on the consumer. “If you put a product on the shelf that’s not comparable to national brands, the customer may not be satisfied with it. You have to remember there are a lot of choices out there and customers know they can get their OTC products in other venues,” warns Kerof.
In the end, it’s important for retailers to realize their full potential when it comes to investing in a private label OTC product offering. Foley advises retailers to remember that their brand is a trust-building reflection of their commitment to their consumers. “Retailers are ever-changing and improving market leaders are offering their customers, at every opportunity, the premium products and innovative choices they depend upon.” PLB
As consumers world-wide become more and more environmentally savvy, “green” has become the way to go in business. Many of our customers have seen the positive impacts of going green; for the well-being of our planet, the industry, as well as business. Their initiatives, in response to consumers’ demand for more environmentally-friendly practices, affect their expectations of us, and have given PLD one more reason to take on the responsibility of protecting our environment.
I am pleased to say that PL Developments is actively pursuing efforts to build and maintain sustainable practices throughout our processes and procedures company-wide. This initiative applies to resources, energy, and business partnerships. We are aggressively enlisting the support of sustainable-practice organizations and environmentally-conscious companies that can lend us their experience and expertise in this endeavor. We have already implemented new practices that will lead us in the ‘green’ direction.
The Sales Group has started pushing our customers to choose ‘greener’ options for their items. Our quotes include a “green” alternative, and the environmental implications of that choice. About one-third of American garbage consists of packaging material, which is thrown out immediately, according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. In a joint effort with Creative Services, the Sales Group has streamlined packaging options for many items and displays, eliminating excess material and production time. Customers, including Sam’s Club, have already accepted these greener alternatives.
The warehouse and factory have also become an integral part of PLD’s ‘green’ efforts by recycling ink cartridges and corrugated materials. Creative Services and Purchasing/Planning have begun sourcing suppliers that use recycled materials and environmentally-efficient processes. Additionally, Quality Assurance, Production, and our building technicians will be working with our power supplier to determine cost-effective and sustainable sources and methods of energy for our facility.
We still have a long way to go. Over the next year, we will be pursuing certification with the U.S. Green Building Council, which recognizes buildings that positively impact our natural environment and economy. The U.S. Green Building Council is an internationally recognized community of leaders working to transform the way commercial construction affects the environment. Certification with this organization will give us the recognition and credibility we need to satisfy our customers and fuel our efforts. Ideally, certification will further encourage other customers to reckon with the environmental challenges that face us all our responsibility to our environment.
The internal response to help out with the ‘green’ project has already been substantial, but everyone’s input is necessary. If you would like to be a part of this project, please email or call me with ideas and suggestions. The NYSDEC also recommends some things you can do to contribute to PLD’s efforts during your workday:
• Print double-sided.
• Don’t print emails unnecessarily.
• Use electronic files instead of paper copies as often as possible.
• Turn lights off when rooms are not in use.
• Unplug your phone chargers and other gadgets that usually remain plugged in overnight.
• Don’t waste paper products; tissues, toilet paper, paper towels, etc.
• Use dishes and utensils in the kitchen, instead of paper.
• Pack lunch in reusable containers.
• Purchase organic foods from local markets.
• Be sure to use non toxic or recycled office supplies.
• Purchase office supplies from businesses with the environment in mind.
• If you cannot carpool or use mass transit to get to work, keep your car in top condition with regular maintenance, for fuel efficiency.
See http://www.dec.ny.gov/public/337.html, for more ideas on how yu can help the environment.
- Erin Drennan
The same trusted brands that consumers rely on for relief are quickly becoming the brands that save lives each and every day. More and more companies are boosting their brands through participation in PL Developments Charity Donation Program. Companies across the globe have enhanced their brand through similar programs and we invite you to do the same. Join PL Developments and a host of charitable organizations, currently including the Children's Miracle Network® and American Breast Cancer Foundation®, in our national campaign to promote health and safety for millions of Americans. Increase your brand's visibility and strength, and align with a cause that counts. Give your customers the ability to effortlessly impact their own lives and the lives of their loved ones, and give both your brand and your community a unique opportunity for growth.
For more information contact sales@pldevelopments.com.
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PL Developments Journey Forward Art Project inspires creativity within and outside our doors. Inviting students and artists to enhance our environment with their art work, our project encourages the passion for individuality in the artists and in ourselves.
We invited university and high school students to participate in our project. Using our pharmaceuticals as their subject matter, the students have used their talents and imaginations to Journey Forward. We have extended the invitation to the art community, asking artists to loan PL Developments art work for exhibit in our facility and become part of an on-going, changing collection of emerging contemporary artists.
A donation will be made to various charities in honor of every artist that participates in our Journey Forward Art Project.
We invite you to begin the Journey... Contact us at lsinger@pldevelopments.com.
