NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Nestl in the United States today released its 2011 Creating Shared Value report detailing new accomplishments in the areas of nutrition, sustainable business practices, and economic and community development.

Among the ways Nestl creates shared value are by offering high-quality products, working to improve our environmental efficiency, providing stable jobs that contribute to our economic vitality, and remaining actively involved in our communities, said Heidi Paul, vice president, Corporate Affairs, Nestl Waters North America.

Creating Shared Value is Nestl's fundamental business strategy based on the belief that for a business to prosper in the long-term, it must create value for society as well as for shareholders. In the United States, Nestls largest market, the company creates value by providing quality products supported by an expertise in nutrition, health and wellness.

Nestl in the United States consists of five main businesses: Nestl USA, Nestl Purina PetCare Company, Nestl Waters North America, Nestl Nutrition and Nestl Professional. In 2011, its sales totaled $24 billion and the company now boasts seven billion-dollar brands in the United States. This year, Coffee-mate joins Stouffers, Lean Cuisine, DiGiorno, Nestl PureLife, Gerber and Friskies as billion dollar brands.

Below are some highlights of the latest Nestl in the United States annual Creating Shared Value report. To view the full report, please click here.

Good Food, Good Life: A Focus on Nutrition

Creating Shared Value for Sustainable Business Practices

Creating Shared Value in its Communities

About Nestl in the United States

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