consumer trends

Braun Says She’ll ‘Roll Out Red Carpet To Small Business’

Mayoral candidate Carol Moseley Braun took her message about small business development to the Argyle Street business corridor Sunday morning.Braun greeted patrons at the restaurant Pho 777 and met with local business owners from the... more »

Prinz Unveils Photo Clips Collection

Prinz continues its commitment to the social expression market with several new introductions in this popular category for 2011. In addition to debuting the Photo Clips collection, the company also expanded its sentiment-themed photo frame... more »

Off To Work With Local Business Promoters

When Sheridan Helms, a local woman, and Al Squitieri, originally from New York, put their collective talents together, they're urging people to "buy local."It's not a new idea. Many decades ago, local chamber of commerce... more »

Winter’s Gloom Didn’t Keep Shoppers From Spending In January

Pent-up demand among shoppers and savvy merchandising by retailers beat bad weather as merchants closed out the holiday season and their fiscal year.The Commerce Department's retail and food services sales tally for January rose to... more »

Paul Caponigro to Receive Farnsworth’s 2011 Maine in America Award

The Farnsworth Art Museum in Rockland, Maine, is proud to announce Paul Caponigro as the recipient of the 2011 Maine in America Award. The award is presented by the Farnsworth's Presidents Council to honor an... more »

Pacific Trade International Names Julie Garza Kost Vice President of Sales and Elaine Hough Bauer Vice President of Merchandising

Pacific Trade International, the integrated global marketer of candles, home fragrance and home décor products and parent company of the Chesapeake Bay Candle brand announces the appointment of Julie Garza Kost, a seasoned sales executive... more »

Curious Chef To Attend 2011 International Housewares Show March 6-8, 2011, Chicago, IL

Chef®, the first complete cooking utensil brand for children, is excited to take part in the 2011 International Housewares Show, March 6-8, in Chicago, IL. They will be located at booth #S3451.Because of growing obesity... more »

Creative Co-Op Announces Winners of the Bon Voyage and Welcome Aboard Cruise Giveaway

Creative Co-Op has announced winners for the inaugural "Bon Voyage & Welcome Aboard" Cruise giveaways for visitors to our Atlanta and Dallas showrooms during the winter markets.The winners of each prize package valued at $2,000... more »