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Command™ Brand has partnered with actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth to kick off a nationwide call for nominations to celebrate the merrymakers in their lives. Just in time for the holiday season, consumers can share a bit of magic by nominating the person in their life who goes the extra mile to deliver and spread cheer to others. One lucky winner will receive $25,000, a $1,000 gift card for holiday decor and a Command Brand Holiday Product Package – fit with everything needed to hang holiday decorations on walls, doors, windows, mantles, and more. Providing endless ways "During the holiday season, people want to feel like they're living in a magical holiday movie -- and they should," said Chenoweth. "Twinkling lights and tons of decoration or your favorite songs and mugs of warm cocoa – however you celebrate, it should be filled with joy and whimsical moments. I am thrilled to partner with Command Brand as their Partner in Cheer and to help bring a little extra sparkle into the life of a very special merrymaker." Command Brand provides endless ways to hang, hook, display and decorate during the holidays Command Brand provides endless ways to hang, hook, display and decorate during the holidays – with products that don't require tools, hold strongly and remove cleanly with no holes or sticky residue left behind when the holidays are over. The brand knows the holidays are more joyful when people can decorate with ease, not worry about damage and focus on the things that really matter during the season. very special merrymaker "People love to go big during the holiday season decorating inside and out but don't want to worry about how they get it done or any potential eyesores left behind when the decorations come down," said Tate Galvin, Vice President, Home Improvement, for 3M. "Command Brand gives consumers the freedom to explore new ways to express their love for all of the holidays and decorating moments this season," Galvin said. "No matter how big and bold you go, our products are engineered to go up and come down damage-free." Exploring new ways To go all out this holiday season, Command Brand shares these essential products: Command™ Outdoor Hooks perfect for hanging wreaths, signs, or other decorations (weighing up to 5 pounds) on a variety of smooth outdoor surfaces, such as doors, siding or trim. Command™ Outdoor Light Clips brighten up the interiors and exteriors of the spaces without damaging the walls and surfaces. Command™ Clear Hooks clear hooks help the décor be the star; they blend seamlessly into wherever they choose to hang. Like all Command™ Products, they come off cleanly when the holidays are over, leaving no holes, marks or sticky residue, allowing users to hang all of their favorite decorations with no worries. Command™ Hooks made to match the individual holiday style helping users hang it all; from stockings, to décor, to wreaths and more. Command™ Cord Bundlers help hang garland to the mantle or mitigate tangled cords behind the Christmas trees without damaging the walls and surfaces. Upcoming holiday concerts Chenoweth, Command Brand's Partner in Cheer, is an Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and singer known for spreading joy through her holiday performances, Christmas albums and her warm and jovial spirit. She is currently in rehearsals for her next Broadway show, ‘Queen of Versailles’, set to premiere in 2025. She is also rehearsing for her upcoming holiday concerts across the country this holiday season. To nominate someone who always makes the holidays magical for others, follow and comment on Command's pinned post on Instagram.com/Command and tag that merrymaker in the life deserves the chance to win.

3M has announced the appointment of Bryan C. Hanson as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the independent health care company, when it is spun off from 3M. Bryan Hanson will join 3M on Sept. 1 as CEO of the Health Care Business Group. Hanson comes to 3M from Zimmer Biomet, a global MedTech innovator with annual revenue of more than US$ 7 billion. He has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since 2017, and Chairman since 2021. Extensive industry experience Bryan Hanson is a proven executive with a track record of successfully leading, growing, and transforming global medical device businesses to achieve greater innovation, commercial success, and driving value for customers, patients, and shareholders. “We are pleased to have Bryan join us to successfully complete the spin-off of our Health Care business and build a leading independent medical technology innovation company,” said Mike Roman, 3M Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), adding “His industry expertise, ability to drive growth, and track record of building a strong culture and teams will make an immediate impact.” New CEO of 3M’s Health Care Business Group 3M’s Health Care Business Group, with US$ 8.4 billion in sales in 2022, is a diversified health care technology group with a deep and diverse portfolio of trusted brands, global capabilities, and leadership in attractive end market segments such as wound care, oral care, health care IT, and biopharma filtration. I am honored and excited to join 3M's Health Care Business Group at such an important time" As a standalone business, Health Care will be well-positioned to deliver industry-leading innovation that enables better, smarter, and safer health care for patients worldwide. “I am honored and excited to join 3M's Health Care Business Group at such an important time in its evolution,” said Bryan Hanson, adding “I have a deep respect and admiration for what 3M has built in health care – strong brands, quality products, commercial excellence, and customer-driven innovation.” Build on legacy of leadership and medical innovation Bryan Hanson continues, “I look forward to working with the team to more deeply understand and realize the potential of our business, as we accelerate our path forward, and build on a legacy of trusted leadership and medical innovation.” Prior to joining Zimmer Biomet, Bryan Hanson was Executive Vice President and President of Medtronic's Minimally Invasive Therapies Group, where he oversaw and provided strategic direction to an approximately US$ 9 billion business. Served in a number of executive roles Prior to Medtronic, he served in a number of executive roles of increasing responsibility at Covidien. In 2013, he was named Group President of Covidien’s Medical Devices business. In 2011, as Surgical Solutions Group President, Hanson transformed two of Covidien’s largest divisions — Energy-based Devices and Surgical Devices — into one global business unit. Bryan Hanson serves on the Board of Directors of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. Bryan Hanson serves on the Board of Directors of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. He also serves on the board of the Advanced Medical Technology Association, is a member of its International Board Committee and Chairs the China subcommittee. He is a Director Emeritus of the Americares Board of Directors, an emergency response and global health organization committed to saving lives and building healthier futures for people in crisis. Carrie Cox named Chairman of the Board of Directors 3M also announced that Carrie Cox, a Health Care Industry Veteran, will serve as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the independent Health Care Company. Cox currently serves as the Chairman of the Board of Organon, and on the Boards of Directors of Cardinal Health, Selecta BioSciences, and Texas Instruments. She previously served as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Humacyte, which she joined in 2010. She also served for 10 years on the board of Celgene (2009-2018) until its sale to Bristol-Myers Squibb. Wide medical industry experience Carrie Cox spent her early career at Sandoz Pharmaceuticals (now Novartis) in a variety of commercial roles. She was later President of Global Prescription Business at Schering-Plough, Senior Vice President of Global Business Management at Pharmacia & Upjohn, as well as Vice President of Women's Health Care at Wyeth-Ayerst. She is a graduate of the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Carrie is an ideal choice to lead the Board as Health Care becomes an independent company" “Carrie is an experienced leader with a deep understanding of health care across different sectors of the industry,” said Mike Roman, adding “She has been serving as an advisor to 3M, and played a key role in the selection process of Bryan as CEO. Carrie is an ideal choice to lead the Board as Health Care becomes an independent company.” “I am grateful to Mike and the 3M Board of Directors for this opportunity to help shape and lead a health care company that builds on the best of 3M and has the flexibility to invest in future growth opportunities,” said Carrier Cox, adding “I look forward to working with Bryan and the team to create value for customers and patients around the world.” Monish Patolawala appointed 3M President and CFO Monish Patolawala is appointed 3M President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective Sept. 1. In this role, he will add responsibility for executing country prioritization and country governance to his current responsibilities which include leadership of finance, information technology, office for separation management for the upcoming spin off of Health Care, office for project management as the company executes on announced actions, enterprise strategy, and 3M's global service centers.   “This appointment strengthens our leadership of the strategic priorities that will improve our performance and build a stronger 3M,” said Mike Roman, adding “Monish is a key leader in our transformation, and I am confident in his leadership as we work together to deliver on our commitments to our customers and shareholders.”

Command™ Brand announces its first official Director of Dorm Design, Bobby Berk, who will provide style inspiration for students and young adults to help transform their space to match their current aesthetic ‘era’ this Back to College season and fearlessly express themselves with ease. Bobby Berk is a design expert, Emmy-nominated host of Queer Eye and author of ‘Right at Home: How Good Design is Good for The Mind,’ publishing September 12, 2023. Former college students "College is such a pivotal time for personal growth and expression in a young person's life. I'm thrilled to be working with Command™ Brand to provide dorm design inspiration that allows them to express who they are," said Bobby Berk. "Tying in current design trends and Command's damage-free/tool-free products, I designed these four unique rooms to spark creativity and encourage students to boldly live out their current era." Command™ Brand knows how important it is to have a dorm room that reflects who you are As college students prepare for the upcoming school year, Command™ Brand knows how important it is to have a dorm room or personal space that reflects who you are. A recent Command™ Brand survey found that 63% of current and former college students agree that having an organized and decorated room helps set them up for a successful school year and 79% of Gen Z like their home décor to reflect their identity. On-trend inspiration That is why Command™ Brand teamed up with Bobby Berk to encourage students and young adults to fearlessly express whatever era they are in by designing their space to reflect exactly who they are. "At Command™ Brand, we believe life is more joyful when your space reflects you," said Tate Galvin, global vice president, Home Improvement, for 3M™. "Which is why we deployed Bobby as our Director of Dorm Design to share on-trend inspiration for whatever era someone may find themselves in. Command™ Brand products empower you to personalize and have fun with your space without tools and remove cleanly so you can change your mind anytime without consequence." Multi-faceted brand Bobby Berk brings change to people's lives by teaching them that a happy home means a happy life As the resident design expert and member of the Fab Five on Netflix's Emmy-winning series Queer Eye, Bobby Berk brings change to people's lives by teaching them that a happy home means a happy life. Bobby is the leader of his eponymous multi-faceted brand, including his bespoke design practice that epitomizes hip, urban luxury and reflects a stylish and youthful spirit, as well as comprehensive lifestyle destination BobbyBerk.com. His design firm has quickly become a leader in the home building industry, and in 2020, Architectural Digest crowned Bobby as one of the ‘most famous interior designers working today.’ Next, Bobby is releasing his first book, ‘Right at Home: How Good Design Is Good For The Mind,’ demonstrating that good design can aid mental wellness and help achieve a new sense of happiness within the home. Personal favorite trends Berk worked hand-in-hand with the brand to design four unique rooms representing a few of his personal favorite trends for the season using a variety of Command™ Brand products. These four rooms are: ‘Boho Plant Parent’: A neutral-toned palette with pops of greenery and playful textures for the plant lovers. ‘Retro Music’: For the inner rockers, this room takes a modern approach on the eighties with colorful vintage pieces and a string light/record display wall. ‘World Traveler’: Hues of blue and vintage maps wrap this travel-inspired room for the wanderlust. ‘Super Glam’: For those who love fashion and want to show off their personal style, this room includes disco balls, magazine clippings and shades of pink. Understanding style preferences Command™ Brand provides a wide range of useful products that can help consumers represent and embrace who they are and fully serve it to the world. College students and young adults can easily add their touch to their space by hanging décor without the use of tools and without fear or concern of damaging walls and surfaces. The best part is Command™ Brand understands style preferences can change so their products remove cleanly so consumers can explore different sides of their design and décor interests without consequence. Command™ Brand products and decorating solutions minimize chaos and maximize comfort to easily transform any space.

North America’s largest fire event, FDIC International, brings together more than 34,000 fire industry professionals this month (April 8-13) at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. First constructed in 1928, FDIC continues today in its original tradition of providing a forum for networking about the most vexing issues and sharing the most promising solutions to concerns that face the fire service. FDIC provides opportunities to learn new techniques, train alongside world-class leaders, and advance discussions among the most influential firefighters in the industry. FDIC allows practitioners and those who support the industry an opportunity to discuss frankly the latest developments in equipment and support and collaborate on how those new advancements can be best used. 27 Interactive H.O.T Sessions FDIC offers many opportunities for learning and training, starting with its 27 interactive Hands-on Training (H.O.T) sessions“FDIC is steadfastly dedicated to its fundamental principle of providing a non-ideological, non-affiliated and openly inclusive environment for sharing and collaborating among all members interested in the mission of the fire service,” says Chief Bobby Halton, Editorial Director, Clarion Fire Rescue Group, and Educational Director, FDIC International. “Whether their interests lie in operations, medical or fire, in administration, in the production and distribution of equipment, or the advancement of codes and standards, all opinions and worldviews are accepted and debated with the utmost respect and dignity.” FDIC offers many opportunities for learning and training, starting with its 27 interactive Hands-on Training (H.O.T) sessions, 78 pre-conference workshops and more than 200 conference sessions. FDIC’s immersive learning experience extends to the exhibit hall floor and outdoor demonstration area where attendees can see and try the latest products, equipment, services and technology from over 800 exhibiting companies. “FDIC is more important than ever to the fire service industry because it is now and will always be of the firefighters, for the firefighters, and about the firefighters,” says Halton. Events Co-Located With FDIC New this year, iWomen is co-locating their event at FDIC, which includes 14 timely classroom sessions spread over two days, as well as networking events geared at sharing challenges and insights in a supportive environment. Also, the Institution of Fire Engineers United States of America Branch is co-locating their AGM annual meeting and educational update at FDIC. And the National Fire Heritage Center has partnered with FDIC to promote the center, conduct its annual meeting and introduce the annual inductees into the Hall of Legends.  FDIC is more important than ever to the fire service industry because it is now and will always be of the firefighters, for the firefighters, and about the firefighters FDIC’s new MATCH! Program is a customized meeting experience that connects attending decision makers, who have an immediacy to purchase, with exhibitors whose products or services match their sourcing needs and interests. These VIP attendees can make the most efficient use of their time by accessing innovative matchmaking technology and a personal program manager to assist them with meeting scheduling and recommendations. Exhibitors At The Event FDIC’s Mobile App is a visitor’s guide to searching the exhibitor list, navigating the exhibit hall and seeing a full schedule of sessions and events. FDIC’s new parking partner, Gate Ten Events and Parking, allows visitors to reserve their parking space ahead of time. Large exhibitors headlining the Exhibit Hall include Pierce; Rev Fire Group, E-ONE, KME, Ferrara and REV Ambulance; 3M Scott Fire and Safety; and HME Ahrens-Fox. Other large exhibitors include Honeywell First Responder Products, Drager, Globe by MSA, Rosenbauer and Spartan Motors. Here are some of the timely themes covered at this year’s conference: Current updates on the development and implementation of science-based strategy and tactics Information and practices on mental health and wellness Leading advances in firefighting technology and managing an integration of technology into the decision-making process during operations Review of recent sentinel events in the fire service from actual participants Analysis of accident investigation from members of NIOSH and the CDC Updates on current research into toxicity in the environment and equipment Current thoughts on decontamination procedures presented by researchers and practitioners The value of belongingness as a tool for health and wellness, suicide prevention, a detailed examination of the sociotechnical interface and firefighting’s role going forward The complex political and operational dilemmas faced in the wildland urban interface Recruitment and retention for the volunteer fire service Networking Opportunities Abound The event takes over the city, and there are chances to network with peers everywhere they turnAt FDIC, networking starts the moment attendees arrive in town. The event takes over the city, and there are chances to network with peers everywhere they turn. Formal networking events are also organized, including the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, Courage and Valor 5K Fun Run, Comedy vs. Cancer, IFD Open House and Pumper Pull, Stop Drop Rock ‘n’ Roll and more.  “We want individuals to walk away feeling inspired by new ideas, tools or techniques they’ve learned in sessions or new products or services they’ve sourced on the show floor that ultimately keep them and their communities safe,” says Halton.

The original fire suppression agent has always been, of course, water. In the age of sail, it was ideal. Not so with the advent of the combustion engine, however. When applied to burning petroleum, the fire spreads. It also simply destroys electronics. Carbon dioxide (CO2) and Halon derivatives were the first widely used commercial fire suppression solutions, gaining popularity in the 1950s and '60s. Unlike water, they were highly effective, electrically non-conductive and didn't leave any residue. As compressed gases, storage wasn't a major issue. Unfortunately, Halon was found to be a high ozone depleting chemical; as a result, production was banned in 1990. Evolution Of Fire Suppression Systems Ideal for marine applications, HFC227 is fast, effective and clean With the sunsetting of Halon and the search for alternatives, CO2 gained prominence. However, it has three significant drawbacks: it's a greenhouse gas, requires a large number of cylinders and is potentially fatal if breathed at design concentrations. In the 1990s, HFCs rose to dominance as a fire suppression solution. Ideal for marine applications, HFC227 is fast, effective and clean. Like Halon and CO2, however, it's a greenhouse gas and contributes to global warming. Discharging an average-sized cylinder of HFC227 has the same CO2 equivalent as driving a car 268,760 kilometers. This is why it is being eliminated as part of a phased-down mandate from the EU, and restricted or taxed by various countries such as Australia and Norway. It is expected that similar legislation will begin to affect Canada and US-flagged vessels. Environmental Profile Of HFCs In 2002, 3M introduced Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid. It offers a number of important advantages over other clean agents in marine fire suppression applications. It has low acute toxicity and high extinguishing efficiency. This gives it a wide margin of safety compared to other chemical clean agents such as HFC227. A fluid, it vaporizes rapidly during discharge, is non-corrosive, non-conductive and leaves no residue. It is, importantly, a long-term, sustainable solution with virtually zero global warming potential, e.g., it has an atmospheric life of about a week versus HFC227's 34 years. So confident is 3M of its product, it offers its BlueSkySM Warranty; if it is ever banned or restricted from use due to its environmental properties, the company will refund the cost of the fluid. Unlike CO2, a gas, Novec 1230 fluid can be flown to the vessel or platform allowing less downtime waiting for supplies to arrive by ground For the marine and offshore oil and gas industries, Novec 1230 fluid offers distinct advantages. Because it's a fluid, recharging is simple. Unlike CO2, a gas, it can be flown to the vessel or platform. This means less downtime waiting for supplies to arrive by ground. It also takes up significantly less space. Recently, Sea-Fire Europe ceased distribution of HFC227. The move was strategic and ethical, given the environmental profile of HFCs. Novec 1230 Fluid For Recreational Marine Market With the phase-down of HFCs, supplies are running out. This means in the immediate future there will be a serious inability to service systems. Also, with shortages beginning, costs are rising, making the switch to Novec 1230 fluid a smart move financially. While 3M will obviously benefit from this, the real winner here is our planet and the people we share it with" Sea-Fire recognizes that it may lose business in the short term as boat and shipbuilders continue to choose HFC-based fire systems strictly based on cost alone. But, ultimately, eliminating the use of hydrofluorocarbons is the right thing to do for the marine industry as a whole. As the first manufacturer to introduce Novec 1230 fluid into the recreational marine market in 2012, Sea-Fire is fully prepared for the phase-out of HFCs. Benefitting The Marine Industry "As a corporation, 3M is committed to improving every life," said David Olds, 3M account executive for fire suppression applications. "Sea-Fire Europe made a difficult decision when announcing it would cease distribution of HFC227. While 3M will obviously benefit from this, the real winner here is our planet and the people we share it with." Sea-Fire Marine has long held the belief that it is in the business of protecting people and property at sea. With its recent declaration that its master European distributor Sea-Fire Europe is ending distribution of HFC-based fire suppression fluids, it can add the environment to its list.