Pompeian Wins Netty Award for Best Brand Video

BALTIMORE, M.D.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 19, 2025--

Pompeian is proud to announce that its “ Joy Always Follows ” campaign has won Best Brand Video at the 2025 Netty Awards, one of the most esteemed accolades in the digital space. Earning recognition among top creators and innovators reinforces Pompeian’s ongoing commitment to excellence, creativity, and meaningful impact. The 100% farmer owned company also received recognition as a Best Video Ad Campaign honoree.

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The winning campaign, “Joy Always Follows,” is a standout example of modern digital storytelling. The commercial invites viewers into the simple, joyful ritual of cooking with Pompeian – showcasing that whether it’s a quick weeknight pasta, a solo late-night snack, or a festive dinner with friends, the right olive oil can transform any meal into a moment filled with flavor, laughter, and connection. As America’s #1 brand of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Pompeian continues to drive growth of the U.S. olive oil market by demonstrating just how fun and effortless it can be to incorporate EVOO into everyday cooking.

"Working at Pompeian is special because we are singularly focused on democratizing olive oil and there is so much joy behind that mission,” said Michael Vercelletto, VP of Marketing. “We are especially proud to be recognized in this way because the Netty award is about authentic storytelling, and our video is not just a commercial but an actual authentic representation of the passion we have at Pompeian about the joy that olive oil can bring to your home. Where there's Pompeian, joy always follows."

The Netty Awards are a trusted benchmark for recognizing industry leaders, global brands, and emerging disruptors across more than 100 distinct categories. Last year’s winners included global agencies, Fortune 500 companies, and innovators from 41 countries worldwide, solidifying the Netty Awards as one of the most respected recognitions in the industry. Winners of the Netty Awards are selected based on several key factors, including creativity, technical proficiency, innovation, and overall excellence in their field.

As Pompeian celebrates this milestone, the brand extends heartfelt gratitude to its talented team, partners, and loyal consumers whose support makes achievements like this possible.

For more information about Pompeian and joyful cooking, please visit www.pompeian.com. From dinner for one to dinner for everyone, where there’s Pompeian, joy follows.

About Pompeian, Inc.

Pompeian is America’s #1 olive oil brand, with a line of best-selling vinegars and a variety of cooking sprays. Farmer-owned and Baltimore-based since 1906, Pompeian is a family of olive farmers and olive oil craftsmen whose passion, expertise, and dedication bring the best-tasting, highest-quality olive oils to kitchens everywhere. Upholding the highest quality standards, Pompeian conducts daily testing through their in-house quality assurance team in the state-of-the-art Pompeian Quality Control and Research & Development Center ensuring each bottle is always at peak freshness. Inspired by heritage and tradition, Pompeian products are rooted in authenticity and crafted for quality and great taste. Learn more at www.pompeian.com.

About the Netty Awards

The Netty Awards are a leading awards program celebrating excellence in technology, marketing, design, and more. Backed by industry experts and extensive media coverage, the awards have recognized global brands, Fortune 500 companies, and emerging disruptors alike. With thousands of industry professionals engaging annually, the Netty Awards continue to be a trusted benchmark for recognition and success in the digital age. To learn more, visit https://nettyawards.com.

Pompeian's “Joy Always Follows” campaign has won Best Brand Video at the 2025 Netty Awards, one of the most esteemed accolades in the digital space.

Pompeian's “Joy Always Follows” campaign has won Best Brand Video at the 2025 Netty Awards, one of the most esteemed accolades in the digital space.

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Francisco Lindor made a couple of uncharacteristic mental mistakes Wednesday, and the second one certainly cost the New York Mets.

The star shortstop lost track of the outs on defense in the opening inning and got picked off first base in the sixth — right before teammate Juan Soto homered. The slumping Mets stranded 11 runners and lost 2-1 to the St. Louis Cardinals in 11 innings.

Lindor reached base in the sixth on a one-out error by third baseman Nolan Gorman, but the leadoff hitter wandered too far off the bag and was fiddling with his gloves when he was easily picked off by St. Louis starter Matthew Liberatore.

“I should have been better,” Lindor said.

Mets manager Carlos Mendoza credited the Cardinals with making a good move to nab Lindor.

“They got us there,” Mendoza said. “He was going to go. They got us with a quick step-off there. I wouldn’t consider that one there a mental mistake. He was trying to get some momentum there and being aggressive.”

Three pitches later, Soto hit a soaring fly that landed just over the right-field fence inside the foul pole for a solo home run.

In the first inning, Lindor failed to execute a potential double play when he forgot how many outs there were.

With one out and Iván Herrera on first, left-handed-hitting Alec Burleson hit a grounder to Lindor at shortstop. Positioned near second base, Lindor touched the bag but then headed toward the dugout instead of throwing to first to retire Burleson as well.

By the time Lindor realized his mistake, it was too late. New York starter Freddy Peralta struck out the next batter to end the inning.

“I forgot the outs,” Lindor said. “I made a mistake that probably cost Peralta an extra inning because he had to throw more pitches after that. It’s inexcusable. He probably could have gone six, seven innings. I just forgot the outs. I realized there was just one out. Honest mistake.”

Mendoza didn’t cover for Lindor.

“There’s no excuses,” Mendoza said. “He’ll be the first one that tells you that. That can’t happen. He knows. He was pretty (ticked) when he came in. Peralta did a good job picking him up and finishing that inning.”

New York (3-3) went 1 for 29 with runners in scoring position during the three-game series, including 0 for 11 in the finale.

“Hats off to them,” Lindor said. “They executed their pitches. They played better. I've got to be better, and go out there and win the next series.”

The Mets have totaled 12 runs in their last five games after scoring 11 on opening day against Pittsburgh.

“Good hitters right now for a couple of games, they’re not getting it done,” Mendoza said.

Lindor remains optimistic the Mets will put everything together.

“I still believe in what we have,” he said. “We have a good team. We are a couple of pitches away from continuing to get the ball rolling on our side.”

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New York Mets' pitcher Freddy Peralta throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/LG Patterson)

New York Mets' Juan Soto hits a home run in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the St. Louis Cardinals Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/LG Patterson)

St. Louis Cardinal teammates surround Masyn Winn after he hit the game winning hit during the eleventh inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/LG Patterson)

New York Mets' right fielder Carson Benge misses a fly ball during the eleventh inning of a baseball game which allowed the St. Louis Cardinals to win the game Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/LG Patterson)

New York Mets' right fielder Carson Benge dives but can't make the catch on a fly ball which allowed the St. Louis Cardinals to score the winning run in the 11th inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/LG Patterson)