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Merchants pleased with sales
One size didn't necessarily fit all.But gift cards proved to be a uniform solution for many Shoppers Drug Mart Christmas customers this year."Gift cards for me, were like a 'wow,'" said SDM Store Manager Sandy... more »
Recession resonated with Evanston shoppers over holidays
Despite a rise in consumer confidence, several Evanston businesses said sales have been slow, even during the holiday season. The Consumer Confidence Index, a measure of consumers' attitudes toward the economy, rose for the second... more »
Second small biz to get perks from Broomfield opens its doors
It's better late than never for two of the three small businesses taking advantage of tax-sharing deals with Broomfield. Abbott's Frozen Custard opened Wednesday, and Herb's Meat and Specialty Foods is scheduled to open early... more »
MHS Licensing to represent wildlife artist Al Agnew
MHS Licensing is pleased to announce the signing of renowned artist Al Agnew. They will begin showcasing his talents immediately at the upcoming 2010 trade shows. Marty Segelbaum, President of MHS Licensing says, "Adding an... more »
Crabtree & Evelyn Answers Women’s Desire for Younger-looking Hands with New Citron Honey and Coriander Hand Therapy Collection
Crabtree & Evelyn, a pioneer in botanical formulations for over 40 years, is consolidating its position as an authority in the hand care category by introducing NEW CITRON, HONEY & CORIANDER HAND THERAPY COLLECTION –... more »
Enesco Names Stephen P. Zaruba Chief Financial Officer
Itasca, Illinois – Enesco, LLC, a global leader in the giftware and home and garden décor industries, today announced the appointment of Stephen Zaruba as the company's senior vice president and chief financial officer.Zaruba, 48,... more »
Vandor Introduces 91 New Products, Launches 2010 “Where Legends Live” Catalog
Salt Lake City, UT – Vandor, LLC, an industry leader in the design and marketing of licensed consumer goods, introduced today 91 new products as part of its 2010 "Where Legends Live" product catalog. Included... more »
Vandor Names Russo President and CEO
Salt Lake City, UT – Vandor, LLC, an industry leader in the design and marketing of licensed consumer goods, has appointed Tom Russo as its President and CEO.Russo, a former business unit president at Acco... more »
Dogeared Jewels & Gifts First 2010 Collection Launches New Spring Looks at Winter Trade Shows
Dogeared, a trendsetting fashion brand that creates handcrafted jewels and gifts in Los Angeles, will preview their latest line at select winter trade shows. For 19 years, Dogeared has designed beautiful, modern jewels in the... more »
For Every Body Unveils 2010 Products at The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® Show
Atlanta, GA – Today, Becky Anderson, For Every Body founder, announced the unveiling of For Every Body's newest 2010 products. For Every Body, the nation's largest woman-owned candle manufacturing company, and their newest innovations will... more »
Announcing ONE GOOD WORLD ECOngress: Legal Wood Sourcing & Building Green Markets Las Vegas Market 1-31-10
Chapel Hill, NC – The Sustainable Furnishings Council and World Market Center, in cooperation with World Wildlife Fund, Rainforest Alliance, Forest Stewardship Council and numerous other leading governmental, environmental, academic and trade organizations is launching... more »
Retail makes a comeback
The shopping masses, as is traditionally the case, started to descend on stores on Black Friday.The push remained fairly constant through the holiday season locally and nationally. Now it's time to take stock of what... more »
