Lactalis U.S. Yogurt

Celebrating Our Leader of the Month: Sharon Richard! At Lactalis U.S. Yogurt, we’re proud to recognize the incredible contributions of our Leader of the Month, Sharon Richard. Sharon’s work in HR has had a profound impact on our people, processes, and projects, making a difference not just for her team but for the entire organization. Here are just a few ways Sharon shines: Sharon is the force behind critical projects like our Annual Performance Cycle, career progression reviews, and this year’s Engagement Survey - all focused on attracting, retaining, and growing top talent. A true role model, Sharon embodies Engagement and Ambition in everything she does, inspiring those around her to elevate their work and bring their best every day. Beyond her outstanding contributions, Sharon brings fun and laughter to every room she’s in. Her infectious energy and laugh make work not only productive but genuinely enjoyable. Sharon is more than a leader; she’s a mentor, coach, and collaborator. She builds alignment across teams and locations, guides her peers with positivity and vision, and always keeps sight of the bigger picture. We’re lucky to have you, Sharon. Thank you for all you do to make LUSY a great place to work!

🎄 Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season! 🎄 As the year comes to a close, Lactalis US Yogurt extends our heartfelt gratitude to all our partners, customers, and supporters. May your holidays be filled with joy, good health, and moments to savor with those you cherish. Here’s to a bright and prosperous new year! ✨ #HolidaySeason #ThankYou #LactalisYogurt #HappyHolidays #Gratitude #NewYear2025

Congratulations to our Lactalis U.S. Yogurt October Leader of the Month: Carolina. Carolina is our go-to expert for handling a wide variety of sales-related quality customer requests. Whether it’s audit documentation, certifications, or resolving packaging and product concerns, she approaches every task with precision and professionalism. What truly sets Carolina apart is her ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects under tight deadlines, seamlessly collaborating with multiple teams - all while maintaining her own busy workload. Carolina’s dedication ensures our customers’ needs are met with urgency and attention to detail, and she consistently provides valuable guidance and solutions along the way. We are incredibly grateful for Carolina’s hard work, expertise, and the exceptional support she brings to the team every day. #LactalisExperience

This month, we’re excited to celebrate Brian’s 5-year anniversary at Lactalis U.S. Yogurt! As a key member of our Scheduling team, Brian has been instrumental in helping us achieve ongoing success. To celebrate, we asked Brian to share some insights about his journey with us, his childhood dreams, and what motivates him. Here’s what he shared: What’s your favorite Lactalis product? Stonyfield’s Grassfed Greek Yogurt. What’s kept you with the company for all these years? The consistent success and growth of the company. As well as great leadership that is committed to their respective team members’ success and happiness. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? An NFL football player or an Archaeologist. What’s your motivation or inspiration in life? Going to work every day, working hard, and trying to be better than I was the day before. What’s something you are looking forward to as we wrap up 2024? The continued growth and success of LUSY and Lactalis as a whole. The future looks bright!!! A huge thank you to Brian for his dedication, hard work, and the invaluable contributions he’s made over the past five years! #LactalisExperience #WorkAnniversary

It’s the kind of week that makes our job so meaningful, with Laurel Harrington, Sharon Richard: a few days spent at our Casa Grande, Arizona facility, close to our valued Lactalis U.S. Yogurt employees that are on the floor every day to proudly make great products. We couldn’t be as successful as a company without their daily engagement and great work! We worked on so many meaningful topics that are important to us and will make a difference for our people: Engagement Survey action plans, Quarterly Review of Our Key Talent, Leadership Development (just to mention a few). We also discussed the coming Performance Reviews, which includes the importance of delivering feedback & guidance, to drive people’s performance in their role & fuel their career progression with Lactalis Group. To the teams in Casa Grande, starting with Nicole Hill, BAOL, MPA CJ and Brad Clawson: thanks for giving us so much of your time, you made us feel included and valued - such a great partnership is priceless.

We are proud of our brand Stonyfield's commitment to sustainable packaging. Read below to learn more about Stonyfield's packaging goals and achievements.

Spooky season is in full swing at Lactalis U.S. Yogurt! Our team got into the Halloween spirit with a friendly decorating contest, transforming each department into creative, spooky, and fun displays! From eerie lights to cobwebbed corners, our teams went all out. Plus, families joined us for a festive trick-or-treat, adding even more joy and excitement to the day. These events remind us of the incredible teamwork and creativity we have here – it’s not just about work; it’s about coming together and building memories. Happy Halloween from all of us at Lactalis U.S. Yogurt! #TeamLactalis #HalloweenFun #TeamBonding #LactalisExperience

This month, we’re celebrating Patricia's 5-year anniversary with Lactalis U.S. Yogurt! As a valued member of our Demand Planning team, Patricia has been an essential part of our success. To mark this milestone, we asked her to share a bit about her journey, including what’s kept her here, her childhood dreams, and what inspires her. Here’s what she had to say: What’s kept you with the company for all these years? It has been enjoyable to work for a company whose mission and values align with my own. Getting behind a company who makes products that are healthy for the consumers while also keeping the planet’s well-being in the forefront has been easy. There is a good working environment with opportunities to learn with continued encouragement, guidance, and support from peers and management. As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? Growing up, I was certain I would be a veterinarian. As I got older, I realized I was a bit too emotional to handle the sad situations that inevitably come with the job, so I had to take a different path. To get my animal fix, I volunteered at a local animal shelter and was also a volunteer keeper’s aide at Stone Zoo for 4 years. What’s your motivation or inspiration in life? It may be a little cliché, but it’s my kids. I have tried to slow down time as much as possible but seem to be losing that battle. Instead, I soak up every moment and create as many memorable experiences as possible before they are old enough to venture out on their own. It has given me so much joy to watch them grow and I enjoy celebrating all their accomplishments along the way. Thank you, Patricia, for your commitment and contributions over the years! #LactalisExperience #WorkAnniversary

Congratulations to our September Leader of the Month: Emmanuel This summer, Emmanuel has truly exemplified outstanding leadership during a challenging period of staffing shortages. Despite these challenges, Emmanuel has not missed a beat. He has successfully trained and certified numerous new operators in a timely manner, consistently prioritizing the success of his team. While leading the team in the absence of management, Emmanuel ensured that our shifts ran smoothly without any drop-off in performance. He actively utilizes the Playbook, providing each employee with personalized training booklets to guide them. His hands-on approach means he’s always available on the line, assisting during changeovers and CIP processes. His dedication to supporting his team and fostering an environment of continuous improvement is truly commendable. We wouldn’t be where we are today without Emmanuel’s commitment and leadership. Thank you, Emmanuel, for your hard work and inspiring leadership. Keep up the great work!