news and press releases
4/5/12
SBA Honors For Jadon - Small Business Administration Honors Jane Lee
11/9/11
Hot Off the Press - Article about Jadon Foods in the Las Vegas Review-Journal
4/30/11
Gluten Free/Celiac Disease Awareness Month
4/12/11
Saturday's Pet-a-Palooza Event Was a Success
4/6/11
Jadon Foods, Tea-rrific, and One Park Place at Pet-a-palooza
3/16/11
Jane Lee Becomes Successful Cookie Monster
2/28/11
Jadon Cookies in VIP Gift Bags at Oscar Night® America, Las Vegas
2/2/11
NMSDC Quarterly Meeting
2/2/11
CCBDEP Graduation
11/13/10
Jadon Foods Holiday Special
9/30/10
Dish 2010 to be Held at the Palms
3/3/09
Jadon Foods and Dish a Sweet Treat for Three Square
4/3/09
Dish — Neither Wind Nor Cold Dampen Good Will
SBA Honors For Jadon Foods
The Nevada office of the U.S. Small Business Administration has named Jadon Food's Jane Lee "Microenterprise Business Person of the Year".
Congratulations Jane!
Get details HERE and read about it in the Las Vegas Review-Journal
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Hot Off The Press!
Read a great article about Jadon Foods in the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
By Maggie Lillis, Nov. 8, 2011
"It [Jadon Foods] caters to those with celiac disease, a dietary intolerance to gluten, but also preaches the gospel according to healthy choices."
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Gluten Free/Celiac Disease Awareness Month
April 30th, 2011
May is Gluten Free/Celiac Disease Awareness Month and Jadon Foods, a premier specialty bakery based in the Southwest US, is proud to announce the launch of our new ON-LINE ORDER option.
JADON FOODS brings its popular Gluten Free, Diabetic Friendly, and Dairy Free treats to the nation, as we expand our service to include ON-LINE ORDERING.
Jadon Foods is based in the Las Vegas, Nevada valley. We take great pride in baking great tasting treats that everyone will enjoy. Whether customers live with gluten intolerance, diabetes, or dairy restrictions JADON FOODS snacks offer memorable tastes, just like home baked. Until now, Jadon Foods cookies and snack cakes were only available business to business, but now our most popular flavors are available ON-LINE for easy ordering across the United States. A perfect solution for sweet cravings as more Americans are diagnosed with medical ailments that bring restricted diets.
Documented Studies
• The Mayo Clinic now estimates 1 in 100 Americans suffer from gluten intolerance, but 95% of them have not yet been diagnosed.
• The CDC estimates one third of American children born in 2000 will develop diabetes.
• Childhood obesity rates have tripled in the past 3 decades.
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Saturday's Pet-a-Palooza Event Was a Success
April 12th, 2011
"Felix" walks the green carpet in the Jadon foods tent at Pet-a-Palooza.
One Park Place Enterprises of Las Vegas, Nevada proudly offers Gourmet Gift Baskets featuring Jadon Foods products.
Las Vegas, NV — Saturday's Pet-a-Palooza event was a success despite cool temperatures and blustery winds. Owners and pets took the weather in stride and had a good time visiting a variety of vendors, participating in contests and spending the day meeting new friends. Entertainers for the day included Fefe Dobson, David Cook, Andy Grammar and Train.
45 rescue organizations benefited from the funds raised by attendees and many animals found new forever homes. For a listing of all participating vendors, go to: http://mix941fm.radio.com/mix-94-1s-pet-a-palooza-vendors/
Jadon Foods provided all pets with the "green carpet" treatment. Pets and owners could take family photos and enjoy gluten free treats. For a gallery of some of the people who stopped by, check out the Jadon Foods Facebook page.
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Jadon Foods, Tea-rrific, and One Park Place at Pet-a-palooza
April 6th, 2011
Walk the green carpet while being photographed by the puparazzi at Pet-a-palooza, Sunday, April 9th.
Las Vegas, NV — Looking for some great gift baskets, delicious cookies or pet-friendly tea? Come visit Jadon Foods at booth #2 at Pet-a-palooza. They will have gift baskets showcasing the designs of One Park Place, which will include one of the teas from Tea-rrific. These baskets are perfect to welcome home a newly adopted family member! Jadon foods will also have cookie samples for you and your pet, and offer you a chance to walk the green carpet while being photographed by the puparazzi.
Pet-a-palooza is Saturday, April 9, from 10am to 6pm at Sam Boyd Stadium.
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Jane Lee Becomes Successful Cookie Monster
The Las Vegas Sun published this article on March 7th. For the full article please visit their website.
March 7th, 2011
Jane Lee specializes in treats for people with medical conditions and food allergies.
Las Vegas, NV — For Jane Lee, the economic downturn has been bittersweet.
In the midst of the region's money troubles, Lee took the opportunity to ditch her real estate career to pursue her real passion: cookies.
Lee, a former residential and commercial lending mortgage broker, launched in September 2009 Jadon Foods, which manufacturers cookies, cakes and other baked treats that cater to those with diabetes or food allergies.
"I had plenty of opportunities to return to that, but I just wanted to follow a passion," Lee said.
She moved to Las Vegas in August 2007 to care for her father, a diabetic in poor health who needed to control his diet because of it. Her mom was also a diabetic who had to watch what she ate, too. Lee obliged.
"Making cookies boils down to my parents' inspiration as they began to age and had to watch what they ate," Lee said. "Dad had a sweet tooth, and I had to come up with recipes that satisfied him because he liked to cheat so much."
Lee, who worked in New York's financial industry, has been working on her cookie recipes for more than 10 years. And she'd always hoped to turn that love into a business.
Lee needed a way to transition into that — the downturn was her impetus.
She discovered that others also enjoyed her recipes. Her concoctions include cookies that are low-glycemic, diabetic friendly or gluten free. She also custom makes cookies with sugar or gluten, but specializes in treats for people with medical conditions and food allergies, she said.
"I enjoy baking and enjoy making foods that make a difference in other people's lives." Lee said. "I saw how it impacted my own family and their quality of life and have the ability to enjoy something that was off limits to them."
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Jadon Cookies in VIP Gift Bags at Oscar Night® America, Las Vegas
February, 27th, 2011
VIP Gift Bags at Oscar Night® America, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV — Oscar Night® America, Las Vegas is the only Oscar® viewing party in Nevada officially sanctioned by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Held at the Brenden Theaters inside the Palms Casino Resort, the evening featured red carpet celebrity arrivals, cocktails, entertainment, appetizers, exclusive Celebrity VIP Reception, local emcees from ABC and CBS Broadcasting, Academy Awards® viewing on the big screen, an after party at the Playboy Club and more. Proceeds benefit Variety—The Children's Charity of Southern Nevada.
Local company, Jadon Foods, found their cookies at the top of the VIP gift bags as volunteers completed final preparations before the start of the evening.
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NMSDC Quarterly Meeting
January, 27th, 2011
Jadon Foods Sponsors the NMSDC
Las Vegas, NV — Leaders from the National Minority Supplier Development Council held their first quarterly meeting of 2011 in Las Vegas, NV. Members or those who support the local chapter, Nevada Minority Supplier Development Council, welcomed the group. From large businesses such as MGM Resorts and Southwest Gas to smaller entities such as Jadon Foods, all gathered in support of supplier diversity.
The National Minority Supplier Development Council represents hundreds of national firms in encouraging supplier diversity. Local chapters help to connect smaller businesses with larger counterparts to aid in supplier awareness and to provide mentorship toward best practices.
Jadon Foods proudly supports the Nevada Minority Supplier Development Council.
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CCBDEP Graduation
January, 27th, 2011
The CCBDEP Stars
Clark County, NV — Jadon Foods joined the Class of 2010 in celebrating their successful completion of the Clark County Business Development Education Program (CCBDEP) Thursday evening at the Clark County Government Center. Greeting the graduates, attendees and guests was a star walk of fame highlighting each company. Senators Reid and Ensign recognized the accomplishment of the graduates with congressional acknowledgements. The Clark County Board of Commissioners provided the graduation certificates and key Clark County officials presided over the graduation ceremony. Leaders from both the public and private sector served as mentors to the program. These included Bank of Nevada, US Bank, North Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce, Whiting-Turner, the Nevada Minority Supplier Development Council, Wedlow Maintenance, Advance Office and Janitorial, MGM Resorts and more.
Jane Lee, right, at the CCBDEP Graduation
CCBDEP is a program sponsored by the Clark County Board of Commissioners to educate and encourage small businesses to do more business with the public agencies within Clark County. The program is comprehensive, lasting eight months. It covers diverse subjects such as contracting procedures, the best practices to utilize within your firm in order to grow, introductions to key individuals in purchasing and the end use departments, how to improve and elevate your performance delivery.
The next session for CCBDEP is schedule to begin in the Spring of 2011.
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Jadon Foods Holiday Special
North Las Vegas, NV, United States
North Las Vegas, NV — Jadon Foods is a local wholesale baked goods manufacturer, specializing in diabetic friendly and gluten free cookies and for a limited time, individuals will be able to purchase Jadon Foods’ cookies and cakes directly from them! This special promotion will only be underway every Saturday and Sunday from November 13, 2010 through December 19, 2010. Hours will be from 10am to 3pm. ** They will accept Cash only during this promotional sale.**
Some of their most popular cookie flavors are oatmeal, butterscotch pecan and almond spice. Dairy free apple bites and apple cakes are also frequently requested by those without dietary restrictions. Jadon Foods pledges to never to use Trans fat, artificial preservatives or artificial coloring. By utilizing ingredients in their most natural state we are able to maximize both flavor and nutrients. Truly, one bite of their delicious cookies and snacks and you won’t miss what’s not there!
In keeping with their passion and commitment to support, Jadon Foods will donate a portion of their sales to Three Square and their “Fight Holiday Hunger” campaign. Every DOLLAR donated to this effort provides three meals, ten dollars provides a turkey, and twenty-five dollars feeds a family of four. Let’s work together to help make sure all our neighbors can enjoy the holiday season.
Jadon Foods also wants to remember the men and women who serve to protect our country. Customers will be able to purchase boxes of cookies to be sent to active and recovering members of our armed forces. It’s all part of our “Remembering Those Who Serve” promotion, in support of our troops.
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Dish 2010 to be Held at the Palms
September, 30th, 2010
Las Vegas, NV — Dish, the annual fundraising event for Three Square, the food bank for Southern Nevada, will be held at the Palms pools and bungalows on Thursday, September 30, 2010. The evening will begin poolside with tasting tables by some of the top restaurants and chefs in town. From there, activities will move indoors for the evening’s entertainment and live auction.
Several of last year’s participants, including Jadon Foods, have already committed to participate in this year’s event.
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Jadon Foods and Dish a Sweet Treat for Three Square
March, 3rd, 2010
Las Vegas, NV — Jadon Foods is proud to announce their participation in DISH, the inaugural interactive culinary event benefiting Three Square. A baked goods manufacturer, they will be one of the providers of the evening's desserts.
“In a city known for its showmanship and style, we are thrilled to be a part of this event and even prouder still to support such a worthy cause.” Jane Lee, President of Jadon Foods continued, “Working together, we can each do our part in achieving extraordinary results.”
Among the celebrity chefs to participate at DISH are Peter Sherlock, Linda Rodriguez, Kerry Simon and Rick Moonen. There will be a silent auction, tastings from many of the valley's top restaurants, entertainment and more. The event will be held on Friday, April 3, starting at 6pm at the Springs Preserve. For more information about the event or to learn more ways in which you can help end hunger, visit www.threesquare.org.
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Dish — Neither Wind Nor Cold Dampen Good Will
April 3rd, 2009
Sring Preserve, Las Vegas, NV — The winds were howling and the temperature dipped far below seasonal averages. The combination of the two made enjoying an outdoor event a bit challenging, but hundreds of the Valley's residents bundled up to enjoy DISH, the inaugural fund-raising event to benefit Three Square, the food bank of Southern Nevada. The evening showcased a lineup of stars from both the culinary and entertainment industries. Peter Sherlock from the Springs Cafe by Wolfgang Puck, Linda Rodriguez from Hachi at Red Rock Casino, Rick Moonen from RM Seafood and Kerry Simon from Simon at Palms Place, served up restaurant signature items to help warm the crowd. Tasting tables of local restaurants were
located throughout the venue.
Dish 2009
The line of entertainment was reflective of the city in which many stars make their home. Carrot Top, Louie Anderson, George Wallace, Clint Holmes and more shared the stage lending their profile, visibility and talent to call attention to the problem of hunger.
26 local artists and celebrity chefs designed and created signature DISH artwork on dishes which was auctioned during the Silent Auction
This columnist's personal favorite activity of the evening was tasting the variety of desserts. Jadon Foods put together a tray of delectable delights that rated highly even with the star chefs. In speaking with Jane Lee, President of Jadon Foods, she noted that their mission was to make great tasting healthy treats. From the samples tasted, they're onto something.
Ultimately, the evening's weather did take
its toll. As the winds picked up and the temperature dipped, even the most die hard began to depart. Always the optimist, Three Square CEO Julie Murray was happy to have so many present throughout the evening. She is already looking forward to next year's event. With so many working together, her ultimate goal is to end hunger. In its brief existence, Three Square has already become a model organization toward which other food banks strive. To learn more about Three Square and how you can help, go to www.threesquare.org.
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