Weleda Aims For Expanded U.S. Growth With New Headquarters
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Weleda is "looking to build upon its steady growth in the U.S." with the opening of new headquarters, as well as its first U.S. apothecary and spa, in Palisades, N.Y., according to the organic personal care company
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