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MMPI Welcomes Jamie Gragg, Director Of Market Suite Sales For The Chicago Market
CHICAGO– MMPI is pleased to welcome Jamie Gragg as Director of Market Suite Sales for The Chicago Market, effective March 14, 2011. In her new role, Gragg will be responsible for leasing temporary booths for... more »
7W Kicked Off Spring With Captivating Shows & Events
(New York, NY- ) March was a busy month at 7 W New York® with a series of events that far exceeded expectations. The showrooms at 7 W 34th Street, the home textiles and bath... more »
Grandcamp Adventures Has Grandparent and Grandkids Playing Their Way To Better Relationships
Atlanta, GA –For the first time ever a company is offering retailers a suite of games, books, music and plush animals designed to enrich the grandparent/grandchild experience. Adventures' mix of storybooks, backyard activities, games and... more »
Bank of Montreal Hiring 90 Specialists to Lure Small Businesses
(Bloomberg) -- Bank of Montreal, Canada's fourth- biggest lender, plans to hire 90 specialists catering to small- business owners as the company bets commercial accounts will bolster profit."Small businesses are the engine for innovation and... more »
Shop Locally, Council Urges Meltonians
Residents are being encouraged to support their local butcher, baker and candlestick maker by shopping in Melton. The towns' traders are being urged to get involved in the Think Local ... Buy Local campaign to... more »
Health-Care Act Anniversary Brings Gift To Small Business
Last week, we celebrated the first birthday of our new health-care law, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and that's good news for New Jersey small businesses.Over the coming months, New Jersey small-business owners... more »
The Top Three Retirement Plans for Small Business
On a recent business trip, I had a lively conversation with a small business owner who was on a mission to start a retirement plan. He wanted a good place to save some money tax... more »
Should Souvenirs Be Authentic And Locally Sourced?
Many travelers prize an authentic, locally sourced souvenir. I define "souvenir" as something you buy during a trip as a memento. It doesn't have to be sold at a tourist gift shop. Is it important... more »
GHTA Adds New Benefit For Members
Grand Rapids, Mich. - The Gift and Home Trade Association (GHTA), whose mission is to lead and transform the gift and home industry, ensuring its long term health and viability, has announced a new educational... more »
Brandwise Hires New VP Of Marketing And Communications
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – Brandwise, Inc., the leading business technology provider in the Gift and Home Industry, is pleased to announce it has hired Paul Bishop as Vice President of Marketing and Communications. In this newly... more »
Stores Can Now Set $10 Minimum On Credit Card Sales
How many times have you walked into a store — particularly a mom and pop shop — and saw some note taped in front of the cash register that says you can't pay with a... more »
Small Businesses Get Needed Guidance At Diversity Center
Sometimes small businesses just need a little guidance and the right connections to grow.Entrepreneur Eduardo Castillo wants the recently created Arizona Diversity Business Center to be one place they can get the help they need.The... more »
