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🚨 It’s here! 🚨 Oprah’s Favorite Things 2024 is live, and we’re thrilled that Dearfoams is on this coveted list AGAIN! The Hannah Clog is featured in the ‘Cozy Section’—a perfect nod to the brand's signature blend of comfort and warmth. Oprah says it best: “Give a knit slipper with a faux-fur cuff and a memory foam insole—and you’ve just delivered relaxation-in-a-box.” Join us in celebrating the season with the giftable and unbelievably cozy Hannah Festive Knit Clog, now on Amazon and DF.com! 🌟 #OprahsFavoriteThings #Dearfoams
More fantastic media coverage for RG Barry Brands! Boston Globe Media just interviewed CEO, Bob Mullaney, about our recent acquisition news and expanding presence in Boston’s Seaport. Our Boston office is currently home to 30 talented individuals, and Bob envisions growing this number to 200 within a few years by harnessing the local talent pool. With incredible momentum driving us, we are excited to unlock RGB's limitless potential!
More exciting coverage for RG Barry Brands, this time in Columbus Business First! With company headquarters in Pickerington, OH, we welcome any opportunity to share our story with the local community and this recent acquisition is not just a milestone for us; it's also great for Central Ohio. In this interview, our CEO Bob Mullaney shares his vision for RGB's growth: “There is no way you can scale a business 4 to 6 times without adding jobs,” Mullaney stated. “Ohio is near and dear to us and will continue to be.”
We celebrated another successful year and our new ownership at RGB's quarterly meeting this month in Pickerington. For the meeting, the DEI Council brought sweets in from local LGBTQ friendly bakeries as one of our ways to celebrate Pride Month. Later that evening, team members enjoyed food and drinks at the Mandrake Rooftop in the Short North. We are so grateful to our dedicated team members and look forward to what the rest of 2024 will bring!
Exciting News! RG Barry Brands has been acquired by Marubeni Growth Capital (MGCU) in a strategic deal that marks a significant milestone in our journey. MGCU is the consumer-focused private equity arm of Marubeni Corporation, and their expertise - along with a vast global network - makes them the perfect partner to accelerate our growth. As MGCU’s inaugural U.S. investment, we will tap into new markets and drive innovation, all while continuing to deliver the exceptional products we’re known for. A huge thank you to the RGB team for the hard work and dedication that brought us to this point. Here's to our future - together!
We are thrilled to announce that RG Barry has been honored as a Top Workplace in Columbus by Columbus CEO Magazine! This recognition is not just a feather in our cap, but a resounding testament to the incredible culture we've fostered and the unwavering dedication our team brings to the table each and every day. A huge round of applause to every member of the RG Barry family for making this achievement possible! Let's continue to strive for excellence and create an even brighter future together.
We are excited to share that the Dearfoams Shearling Warm Up Booties went live on the TODAY Show yesterday morning, as well as being featured on their website. Check out the video below!
After FFANY, our Team Members who live in NY and those who traveled for the event celebrated the holidays last week at the Monarch Rooftop in NYC. Our Boston and Columbus offices will celebrate later this month!
The China Team went on a four-day Yangzi River Cruise for their annual trip! They went to Chongquing and then took the boat and got off at Yichang. They had tons of fun and wanted to share a picture from their trip!
The Corporate Headquarters in Pickerington, OH was busier than usual yesterday! Some of our executive leaders flew in and local team members came into the office for our quarterly meeting to discuss the company’s progress. Lee Smith, President, CPG & Innovation, shared exciting information about our new sustainable brand, Planet A. Check out the website to learn more about the biodegradable Solo Slide.