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BarkBox CEO apologizes after leaked memo exposes plan to axe ‘politically charged' Pride marketing

Jun 5, 2025, 11:01 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The backlash could lead to a reduction in subscriptions, similar to Target and Bud Light's declines.

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BARK's CEO apologized for a leaked message on Pride marketing plans. The company still sells Pride-themed products despite marketing concerns. BARK will donate 100% of Pride product profits to LGBTQIA+ nonprofits this year. Public backlash over the message may impact customer subscriptions. BARK's situation mirrors other companies facing backlash over Pride promotions.

BARK's CEO apologized for a leaked message on Pride marketing plans.
The company still sells Pride-themed products despite marketing concerns.
BARK will donate 100% of Pride product profits to LGBTQIA+ nonprofits this year.
Public backlash over the message may impact customer subscriptions.
BARK's situation mirrors other companies facing backlash over Pride promotions.

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