East Wake Times

Merz Aesthetics has announced the continuation of its partnership with the North Carolina Courage, a National Women's Soccer League team based in Cary, North Carolina. This marks the fourth consecutive year of collaboration between the two organizations.

"We are proud to continue our partnership with the NC Courage, an organization aligned in our shared values of the importance of confidence and empowerment of women," said Patrick Urban, President of Merz Aesthetics North America. "Our commitment to fostering deeper community development and supporting women's programs remains stronger than ever, and this partnership is a keystone in those efforts."

As part of their ongoing collaboration, Merz Aesthetics will again sponsor the North Carolina Courage 'Woman of the Match' award. This award recognizes women who have made significant contributions to their communities within Raleigh or the broader North Carolina Triangle area. The first honoree for this season will be recognized during the NC Courage home opener on March 22, 2025.

"Merz Aesthetics has been an incredible partner for several years, and we are excited to see this collaboration continue in 2025," stated Francie Gottsegen, President of NC Courage. "Our two organizations came together through a shared commitment to empower and support women in sports, and that bond has only strengthened during this partnership."

The NC Courage home opener will also feature Merz Aesthetics' corporate partner Dress for Success Triangle. They will have their mobile 'Confidence Boutique' on-site collecting new and gently used professional handbags. This initiative supports empowering Raleigh women by providing professional attire and development tools needed for economic independence.

NC Courage began competing in 2017 after Steve Malik purchased and relocated the Western New York Flash franchise to Cary. They play at First Horizon Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park and hold multiple league titles.

Merz Aesthetics is known globally for its medical aesthetics business focusing on injectables, devices, and skincare treatments aimed at enhancing confidence among healthcare professionals and patients worldwide.