UL Recognized as a Licensed Certification Body for the GRMA Certification Program
With UL’s active participation in the ANAB – GRMA pilot accreditation program, UL has been recognized by the Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) as one of the first qualified and licensed certification bodies for the GRMA certification scheme. The GRMA is a nonprofit Certification Program Owner (CPO) that focuses on the governance of safety and quality system standards for consumer-packaged goods, specifically those related to nonfood products regulated by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The GRMA Appoints New Executive Director
The Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) Governance Board is pleased to announce Allyn Shultis as their new Executive Director. Previously, Allyn was the GRMA Board Treasurer, and as a Director of Technical Services at First Quality, he was a key contributor to the NSF/ANSI 455 Standards development process.
“The transition from a Board Position to the full-time leadership position was an inevitable progression for Allyn. His leadership and attention to detail makes him the perfect person to carry our mission forward,” says Mike Finamore Chairman of GRMA.
Since accepting the Executive Director [Read more]
One for all: A deep dive into new GRMA standards
GRMA harmonizes standards for dietary supplements, over-the-counter drugs and personal care products.
David Trosin | May 25, 2020
In the rapidly-changing world of retail, one challenge has been consistent: the complexity of compliance. Prior to the introduction of the Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) NSF/ANSI 455 standards, safety and quality criteria varied across retailers, creating an ungainly (and for some smaller manufacturers, impossible) web of expectations and requirements in assessing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for entire aisles of consumer products.
Brian Sharoff, president of PLMA, dies at 77
Since 1981, not long after the organization began, Brian Sharoff served as president of the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA). He died May 23 after a brief illness.
Over his nearly four decades leading the association, he oversaw its tremendous growth. The Private Label Trade Show in Chicago, for example, began in 1980, growing from an event with around 50 exhibitor booths to a massive event with 3,000 booths, thousands more in attendees, educational sessions and networking events.
Gemini Pharmaceuticals Donates Over 7,000 N95 Respirator Masks to Mask a Hero NY
COMMACK, NY (April 15, 2020 ) — Gemini Pharmaceuticals, a family-owned manufacturer of dietary supplements and OTC pharmaceuticals based on Long Island, has worked with Mask A Hero NY to donate over 7000 N-95 style respirator masks to hospitals through Long Island and New York City.
New York State is currently epicenter of the COVID-19 Pandemic, and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) at the area hospitals is critically low. In partnering with Mask A Hero NY, Gemini Pharmaceuticals has donated over 7000 N95 respirator masks to the New York [Read more]
First Quality Group Supports First Responders
The GRMA would like to acknowledge the First Quality Group for their significant support of first responders and those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. First Quality has made significant product and/or financial contributions to organizations like the Red Cross, local food banks, diaper banks, and hospitals within the US and Canada.
For additional details please see: https://www.firstquality.com/en/Content/press-releases/first-quality-makes-donations-in-support-of-pandemic-relief
GRMA Digest: Q1/Q2 2020
Introduction:
Welcome to our inaugural GRMA Digest. We have kicked off 2020 with several changes and wanted to share our new address as well as a number of updates with our members and followers. The GRMA views the Digest as a critical way of keeping our members informed with the organizations progress and available member benefits. Additionally, the GRMA has hand selected a few key pieces of news articles/industry events and educational Webinars that are influencing the Health & Wellness category.
New Address & Phone #
Global Retailer and Manufacturer Alliance, [Read more]
ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Launches Accreditation Program for Global Retail and Manufacturer Alliance Certification
ANAB Accepting Pilot Accreditation Program Applications from February 12-April 12, 2020
New York, February 7, 2020: The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), a wholly owned subsidiary of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), has launched a new pilot accreditation program for the Global Retail and Manufacturer Alliance (GRMA) certification scheme. The scheme focuses on a wide range of non-food product categories, including dietary supplements, consumer products, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, cosmetics, and personal care products.
ANAB’s accreditation program will operate in accordance with [Read more]
January, 10 2020 – GRMA Governance Board Organizational Announcements:
Departure of Randy Slikkers
Randy has been the GRMA’s CEO/Executive Director for the last two years, was a key driver with establishing the GRMA as a non-profit organization and we wish him luck with his pursuit of other opportunities outside of the GRMA. The GRMA would like to thank Randy for his contributions and leadership over the last two years and is appreciative of Randy’s guidance to the board, direction over the annual summit, and key contributions with both the pilot audit program and certification scheme. The [Read more]