Sustainability in Action: People, Planet, Products

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Since its founding more than 30 years ago, USANA’s focused its efforts on creating The Healthiest Family on Earth. It’s an ambitious goal, and it’s one that’s multifaceted.

For us as individuals, physical health is obviously important. But equally as critical is our mental and emotional well-being.

It’s no coincidence that in 2020 when USANA conceived its sustainability report (the most recent of which became available earlier this year) USANA prioritized people.

As Paul Jones, USANA’s Chief People Officer, says, “Everything we work to accomplish at USANA starts with our people, which is why we put such a strong emphasis on making USANA the gold standard for workplace excellence.”

Similar to how individual health encompasses many aspects, so too do our sustainability efforts.

USANA Sustainability | People, Planet, Products

USANA’s 2022 sustainability report, released in May of this year, highlights USANA’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) achievements. A few worth noting:

  • 350+ employees completed USANA’s career mentorship program
  • 100% of employees received current Good Manufacturing Practices training
  • USANA saved the equivalent of 435,266 supplement bottles worth of plastic annually after moving to smaller bottles for 10 products
  • 20% reduction in waste sent to landfills
  • More than 12.9 million meals provided through The USANA Foundation
  • Created supplier code of conduct as part of our responsible sourcing efforts
  • Invested $11.6 million in research and development

This is the third year we’ve compiled a sustainability report. I’m so pleased to see how much our company has improved in our key target areas year over year. Our commitment to sustainability sets us apart and ultimately supports our vision of creating The Healthiest Family on Earth.

Thank you to everyone who’s joined us in our commitment. I invite you to download and read the full report.

Sustainability in Action

On the What’s Up, USANA? blog, the team highlighted a few employees who are walking the walk, as it were, when it comes to being environmentally friendly. Here are a few articles well worth your time:

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Note: A version of this article originally went to e-newsletter subscribers on Sept. 20, 2023. I invite you to subscribe for free.

Natural Born Coaches Podcast: Discussing Promise2Live

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Natural Born Coaches | Kevin GuestKevin Guest, the Executive Chairman of USANA Health Sciences and author of All the Right Reasons, appeared on the Natural Born Coaches podcast. Episode 834 debuted on Sept. 11, 2023. Brandy Vega, founder of Good Deed Revolution and the Promise2Live campaign, joined Kevin and host Marc Mawhinney on the episode.

In the interview, the guests discuss the global mental health crisis and why they urge everyone to “promise to stop the stigma, start conversations, and save lives.”

🎙️ Listen to the full interview on the Natural Born Coaches website

🎥 Watch the conversation on YouTube

 

Natural Born Coaches: About the Podcast

Marc Mawhinney founded the podcast in 2014 as a way to help coaches grow their businesses. Now featuring more than 830 episodes, the weekly podcast continues to provide coaches with actionable strategies.

In May 2023, USANA partnered with Good Deed Revolution to help stop the stigma of talking about suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call 988 to connect with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Resources are also available online.

Join Me in Making the Promise2Live

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The Promise2Live pledge is a promise not only to our loved ones but also to ourselves as we recognize Suicide Prevention Month in September.USANA partners with Promise2Live for a global suicide prevention campaign.

USANA Health Sciences is a company dedicated to health and well-being. We believe that true health encompasses both the body and the mind. While we have made significant strides in understanding physical health, we have continued work to do with the mind.

To truly be healthy, we have to take the mind into consideration. That’s why our mission is to spark conversations and create a safe space for individuals to share their struggles.

Earlier this year, USANA partnered with Good Deed Revolution and its Promise2Live campaign to erase the stigma and start talking more directly about mental health and suicide.

My personal journey and professional associations led me to therapy, where I learned the importance of open communication about suicide.

Read More About My Personal Journey on LinkedIn and in this Deseret News Article.

One thing learned from my therapy is to be part of the solution. To understand it’s OK to say the word suicide and to talk about it directly. I want others to seek harmony and engage in honest conversations with loved ones about mental health.

Take the Promise2Live Pledge

The Promise2Live pledge involves promising to reach out to trusted resources when struggling personally and to share the pledge with others. Thousands of people, including USANA employees and affiliated celebrities, such as Dr. Mehmet Oz and country music star Collin Raye, have already taken the pledge.

Suicide remains a major global issue. The act of openly discussing suicide can release pressure for those struggling, providing crucial relief. By bringing this issue to the forefront, my hope is to reduce the stigma and foster a culture of understanding and support.

As the world comes together during September’s Suicide Prevention Month, I encourage everyone to take the Promise2Live pledge and play a role in saving lives. To learn more and take the pledge, visit www.Promise2Live.org.

Promise2Live Live Event: Sept. 10, 2023

World Suicide Prevention Day is Sept. 10. I urge you to tune in that evening to watch the Promise2Live livestream event.

Watch Highlights from the 2022 Event

“We are demonstrating the innovative power of using live-streaming on various channels by various influencers as an effective method to get the word out about Suicide Prevention and Mental Health,” Promise2Live Live organizers wrote.

Here is more on the event featuring Brandy Vega, founder of Good Deed Revolution and Promise2Live:

I invite you to learn more about USANA’s partnership with Good Deed Revolution, and I challenge you to make the Promise2Live today. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, call 988 to connect with the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.

Promise2Live Kevin Guest

 

Networking Star Podcast: Making the World a Better Place Through Business

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The Networking Star Podcast | Kevin GuestKevin Guest, the Executive Chairman of USANA Health Sciences and author of All the Right Reasons, appeared on The Networking Star podcast. Episode 18 debuted on Sept. 2, 2023.

In the interview, “Guest shares his wealth of knowledge, offering unique perspectives on leadership and success that you won’t find anywhere else.”

Topics include:

  • Listening to understand
  • The importance of mentorship
  • Entrepreneurship and direct sales
  • The value of charity

Hosted by Jeffery Boyle, The Networking Star podcast aims to “leave you inspired and ready to make positive changes in your own life.” It’s called a must-watch for anyone seeking to level up personally and professionally.

🎙️ Listen to the full episode on the Spotify

🎥 Watch the conversation on YouTube

The Networking Star: About the Podcast

Entrepreneurs and business owners share their secrets to success in order for listeners to achieve greatness together.