The J.M. Smucker Co.

Recently, we were fortunate to have I Promise School junior and senior students visit our Orrville headquarters to learn more about The J.M. Smucker Co. and future career opportunities. Students received a tour of our corporate campus and rotated through informational sessions in our Innovation Center where they learned about the roles, responsibilities and career paths within fields such as Marketing, Trends & Foresights, Research & Development, Foodservice, Human Resources and Operations. Thanks to the students and staff from I Promise School for joining us for an extra special day at the office!

Congratulations to our Board of Directors member Tarang Amin for being recognized as one of Fortune’s 100 Most Powerful People. As Chairman and CEO of e.l.f. Beauty, Tarang’s work to create a culture that balances purpose-led ideals with bold industry disruption has been inspiring, and we appreciate the meaningful contributions he has made on our Board.

We’re excited to share that our company has been selected as a Top 100 Employer of Choice on the American Opportunity Index. The Index measures the investment companies make in their employees by evaluating criteria such as pay, promotions, and company culture. The J.M. Smucker Co. proudly ranks 4th in the Food & Beverages category, and 59th overall.?Thank you to our incredible employees, whose commitment to our unique culture and dedication to our strategic priorities have made this recognition possible.

Yesterday marked an exciting day for our Uncrustables? business. After years of planning and preparation, our newest manufacturing facility in McCalla, Alabama is now open! We celebrated the milestone with a ribbon cutting ceremony that was attended by state and local officials in addition to Smucker leadership. We’re proud to join the Jefferson County community and look forward to growing the Uncrustables brand together.

Happy Halloween from some of the furry members of our #SmuckerFam! Our pet brands make some great snacks to treat your pets and thank them for getting into costume for a picture. Have a safe & happy Halloween!

In an?imaginative?blend of entertainment and?advertising,?our Milk-Bone? brand's?latest campaign?consists of movie trailer-style marketing.?The first video in the?series,?Howl?You’ll?Know,?spoofs?that meet-cute moment when you find your new fur-ever friend.?This new campaign dropped just in time for the brand’s?partnership?with Amazon through its “Amazon Stream It Forward”?program, for a special charity activation to support Canine Assistants. Now through November 17, Milk-Bone will sponsor a curated list of romantic comedies on Amazon Fire TV. For every hour streamed from this list, Amazon will donate $1 to Canine Assistants, up to a maximum of $50,000, supporting?their?work to educate and place service dogs with the people who need?them the most.?Watch the full ad here:?https://lnkd.in/gtpK267y?and?be sure to visit Amazon Fire TV for the Stream It Forward?program!

The best part of the sandwich continues to take the world by storm – from school lunchboxes to professional athletes! ?The Athletic recently profiled the popularity of Uncrustables? in NFL facilities, exploring just how many Uncrustables? are consumed by NFL teams each week. It’s no secret that the convenience and unbeatable PB&J flavor make Uncrustables the best snack for sports fans of all ages. Read the full article (subscription required) to find out the total number of sandwiches the league goes through in a week, which team eats the most and why these frozen sandwiches have become the must-have snack in every locker room. https://lnkd.in/gunrDB7d?

As part of our ongoing commitment to creating a healthier planet for future generations, we work with key partners to support sustainable agriculture practices and responsible resource stewardship in our supply chains across the globe.?We recently shared some highlights of these partnerships and the impact they have made. Click to learn more. ?https://lnkd.in/dSA9_4Qb

Progressive Field recently hosted the final Bark in the Park game of the season, and what a fantastic wrap-up it was! Our Milk-Bone? and Pup-Peroni? teams have put impressive work into partnering on this home run program. In addition to supporting an Ohio team, we were thrilled that each ticket purchased included a donation to the Cleveland Animal Protection League to support their work in finding homes for pets in need. Thank you to the Cleveland Guardians for the opportunity to bring together dogs and their baseball loving parents for a fun-filled season.?

It’s no secret that volunteerism and giving back to our communities is at the heart of who we are as an organization. We are proud of all employees who prioritize those values both in and outside the office.?Today, we’d like to recognize Drew Ziegler, who is one of our most active employee volunteers. Drew is a scientist of research and development for frozen handheld and spreads. Outside of the office, he volunteers much of his time fostering kittens and helping with maintenance at Kitten Krazy in Medina, OH. He also spends time running Dungeons & Dragons adventures through Extra Life as a fundraiser for Akron Children's Hospital, officiating non-profit roller derby leagues and many other local volunteer events. Please join us in thanking Drew for making a difference in his workplace and his community!