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🌞 Merz Summer Celebration at FIZ Frankfurt! 🎉 Our recent "Sommerfest" at FIZ Frankfurt Biotechnology Innovation Center was a fantastic celebration, bringing together 500 (!) employees from across the Merz businesses for an evening of fun and games. After a warm welcome from Andreas Meyer, representative of the Shareholder Family, and Hans Jörg Bergler, Managing Director, the focus turned to the celebration's theme of sport and employee well-being. Lots was on offer with archery, table-tennis, the Euros game, Foosball and the very competitive light-up reaction-timing wall! What's more, to ensure that people stay active even after the summer festival, there were sports bags with yo-yos, frisbees, jump ropes and shower gels from Merz Lifecare for everyone to take home. Even the drizzle couldn't dampen our spirits as we gathered around the barbecue, toasting to the hard work and dedication of everyone at Merz. Here's to more memorable team celebrations and continued success! 🎈🏹 #MyMerz #Sommerfest #TeamCelebration #EmployeeAppreciation #MerzEvents

🏃♂️🏃♀️ Team Spirit at the 30th JP Morgan Corporate Run in Frankfurt! 🌟 On a cloudy day like today, we like to look back at earlier in the summer where Merz runners showcased incredible team spirit at the 30th JP Morgan Corporate Challenge in Frankfurt. This year, 190 Merz employees united to conquer the 5.6 km course through the city center, a significant increase from last year’s 125 participants. But the event was more than just a run; it was a celebration of camaraderie and joy. The energy continued well into the night with a gathering in the courtyard of our main building, complete with DJ and barbeque! It was a fantastic demonstration of why enthusiasm and team spirit are what make Merz a great place to be. The photos speak for themselves! Here’s to more miles, more smiles, and more shared moments! 🎉 #MyMerz #TeamSpirit #JPMorganCorporateRun #MerzEvents

Inspiring the Next Generation at Merz! 💼👧👦 At Merz, we're passionate about shaping the future sustainably and encouraging young innovative minds. That's why we were thrilled to participate in Girls' and Boys' Day again this year, dedicated to giving children from the 5th grade and up their first taste of the professional world. Girls' and Boys' Day isn't just about exploring career options—it's about breaking down barriers and showing all children that every field is open to them, regardless of gender. We had a blast hosting a range of exciting activities, from diving into the fascinating world of DNA to exploring the colourful realm of cosmetics. Our young participants even got hands-on with coding robots and learned the essentials of firefighting! 🧬💄🤖🔥 It was a truly successful day, filled with inspired kids eager to explore their potential futures. Here's to a future where every child can dream big and achieve even bigger! 🚀 #FutureLeaders #GirlsAndBoysDay #InspiringTheNextGeneration #MyMerz #PersistInInnovation

Great to see our CEO Philip Burchard announce his Chairmanship of the Board of the German Friends of the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.”

🌟 Merz Spotlight: Panel Insights from the Handelsblatt Procurement Summit 🌍💼   Merz’s Head of Strategic Sourcing, Martina Boxberger participated in a dynamic panel discussion at last week’s 2024 Handelsblatt Procurement Summit in Düsseldorf, where Sourcing expertise met under one roof. What emerged from the summit was a clear consensus: the future of procurement hinges on a delicate balance of sustainability, resilience, and efficiency. Decarbonization was a central theme, with discussions on how collaborative efforts, such as the #LkSG and #CSDDD initiatives, could pave the way for decarbonizing supply chains and mitigating climate change. Yet, the debate lingered on whether these frameworks act as enablers or preventers of progress. Martina Boxberger offered insights in a panel regarding “The different worlds of sustainability - Are European market players at risk of being pushed out?” where she and fellow panelists examined the pros and cons of differing sustainability standards and the efficacy of ESG measures. At Merz, we're proud to contribute to these vital discussions and embrace the challenge of shaping a sustainable future. As we continue to persist in innovation and explore forward-thinking solutions, we can build a more resilient, sustainable, and prosperous tomorrow. #MyMerz #Handelsblatt #MerzPanelInsights #SustainableProcurement #ESG #PersistInInnovation #ProcurementFuture 🌟🌱

🏆🌟 Merz Recognized as "Top-Arbeitgeber 2024" by FOCUS-Business! 🌟🏆   We are proud to announce that Merz has been honored as a "Top-Arbeitgeber 2024" (Top Employer) in Germany, Austria and Switzerland by FOCUS-Business. This is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in workplace culture and employee satisfaction.   At Merz, we believe in fostering an environment where our employees can thrive professionally and personally. This recognition underscores our dedication to providing a supportive workplace where innovation, collaboration, and growth are not only encouraged but celebrated.   FOCUS-Business selects top employers based on rigorous criteria, including employee satisfaction, benefits, career development opportunities, and corporate culture. To learn more about how FOCUS identifies top employers, you can find more information here: https://lnkd.in/eNCdnmQ6   This accolade reflects the collective efforts of every member of the Merz team, and for that, we express our gratitude to each person whose hard work and dedication contributes to Merz’s success.     #TopEmployer2024 #FOCUS #WorkplaceExcellence #MyMerz

Celebrating 116 years of Merz: A Legacy of Family Values and Sustainable Growth. Founded by Friedrich Merz 116 years ago, Merz remains a family business driven by a vision to deliver trusted results. Since 1908, we´ve built lasting relationships based on trust, respect, and integrity – values deeply ingrained in our company culture. Today, we honour our heritage by paying tribute to our founder Friedrich Merz, his grandson Dr. Jochen Hückmann, who led the company through tremendous growth and internationalization, and to all the numerous people, who have contributed to the success of Merz. For over a decade, the Merz Family Holding has been directed by Christian Baatz, Andreas Meyer and Michael Nick, all great grandsons of Friedrich Merz. But our journey does not stop here. The creation of three independent strategic businesses Merz Aesthetics, Merz Therapeutics and Merz Lifecare is building the pathway to future growth. Innovation is the cornerstone of our success, driving our continued growth and global impact. We invest in scientific research and foster an innovation culture that empowers our employees to push boundaries and embrace change. It is this commitment to innovation that sets us apart and propels us toward a sustainable future. Here´s to 116 years of Merz, and to many more years of delivering trusted results, pioneering innovation, and shaping a sustainable future for generations to come. #MyMerz #MerzTherapeutics #MerzAesthetics #MerzLifecare #FamilyBusiness #LegacyofInnovation #Sustainability #TrustedResults #116YearsStrong

🌍📱 Introducing AWorld: Empowering Merz Employees to Shape a Sustainable Future! 🌿   We’re thrilled to announce a partnership with AWorld, an app that empowers every Merz employee in building a more sustainable tomorrow. Inspired by our dedication to sustainability and aligned with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, AWorld isn't just an app; it's a movement towards a better future for all.   AWorld, the official app chosen by the United Nations to support the ActNow campaign against climate change and all the SDGs of the 2030 Agenda, perfectly embodies our shared commitment to preserving the future of our planet.   With AWorld, each of our employees has a powerful tool at their fingertips to make a tangible difference. By recording sustainable daily habits, learning new tips on living more sustainably, and participating in team challenges, we turn individual actions into collective impact, fostering a culture of sustainability within our Merz community. Plus, challenging our colleagues in friendly competitions adds an exciting dimension to our sustainability journey!   This initiative adds yet another dimension to our existing numerous ESG actions within the company, reinforcing our commitment to environmental stewardship and corporate responsibility. Because at Merz, we understand that there's no "Planet B."🌿💡   #AWorld #SustainabilityAtMerz #ESG #ActNow #UNSDGs #NoPlanetB