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Trend Forecaster at IH+HS: Get Connected, Stay Fresh, Make It Personal
It’s never been more important to view consumers in three dimensions, IHA’s trend forecaster Tom Mirabile told an early morning audience equipped with 3D glasses at the 2016 International Home + Housewares Show. Today’s housewares consumers are multi-faceted, and embracing change is crucial, said Mirabile in his annual trend seminar, “The New Rules of Engagement.” Mirabile is also senior vice president, global trend & design for Lifetime Brands Inc. “Ultimately, the best innovations come from a really deep understanding of who the consumer is and what problems they have that you can solve,” said Mirabile. “Everything we do has to ... |
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12 Companies Honored With gia Awards for Product Design
Twelve housewares suppliers ranging from well-established brands to first-time exhibitors were honored as winners of the IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) for product design. The winners in each of 12 categories were announced during the invitation-only gia dinner during the 2016 International Home + Housewares Show. Winners are: Bath + Personal Care: simplehuman, spin cabinet Cleaning: Kuhn Rikon, Stay Clean Scrubber (pictured) Cook + Bakeware: Alessi USA Inc., Pulcina design Michele De Lucchi Home Décor + Gifts: Eva Solo A/S, Window Birdfeeder Home Organization + Storage: Stasher, Stasher Household Electrics + Home Environment: Bruno SmartCan, Bruno SmartCan Kitchen Electrics: Aquarius ... |
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Sanders Announces Death of Former Morley Candy President
Sanders and Morley Candy Makers Inc. announced that Thomas R. Morley, former Morley Candy Makers President and Chairman of the Board died on Feb. 29. He was 86. Morley was the youngest son of Ervin and Julia Morley who began Morley Candy Makers in 1919. He led the company’s continued growth in providing fundraising candies. His vision also helped strengthen the confectioner’s private label business, which ultimately led to Morley Candy Makers’ purchase of the Sanders brand in 2002. “For over 40 years I have had the opportunity to not only work with Mr. Morley, but to have him become ... |
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Green Bee Craft Beverages Is The Recipient of the Whole Foods Market’s Local Producer Loan Program
BRUNSWICK, Maine - Feb. 25, 2016 - PRLog -- Brunswick, Maine- February 25, 2016 - Green Bee Craft Beverages, is the recipient of the Whole Foods Market’s Local Producer Loan Program, a prestigious award to help small, independent companies grow their businesses. Whole Foods gives only a handful of companies this type of financial assistance. The award will directly allow Green Bee Craft Beverages to increase their manufacturing capabilities. “Being awarded this coveted loan further fortifies our strong relationship with Whole Foods Market,” said Green Bee’s founder, Christopher Kinkade. “We are grateful for this partnership and the opportunities this support ... |
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Peugeot Expands to Canada
ROSEMONT, IL – PSP USA, LLC, which markets Peugeot pepper and spice mills and wine accessories in the US, will expand its direct sales to include Canada, shipping effective May 1, 2016. Canadian customers are invited to a Meet and Greet at the Peugeot booth #S2267 at the International Home & Housewares Show, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm on Monday, March 7, 2016. “Canadian consumers appreciate the value of the Peugeot brand, which is defined by its French heritage, generations of expertise, and unsurpassed quality. Our move to Canada reflects the importance of this market and our commitment to grow ... |
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Gift for Life’s Party for Life Raises $200,000
February 16, 2015— Gift for Life, the gift and home industries' charitable organization, announced that its Party for Life fundraiser raised $200,000 for AIDS treatment and prevention. The 24th annual event, which benefitted Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS (DIFFA), drew a record 500+ attendees to The Boathouse in New York City’s Central Park on Monday, February 1. The Party for Life featured numerous NYC-themed food stations, multiple bars and a short program honoring three industry leaders. Howard Henschel, president and CEO of The Norman Group, was awarded with the Chuck Yancy Lifetime Achievement Award; Suzy Batiz, creator and CEO of ... |
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Gorji Gourmet Arrabiata Diavolo Sauce Wins Again in Blind Judging
DALLAS, Feb. 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Chef Gorji, chef/owner of Dallas' Canary by Gorji restaurant and Gorji Gourmet Foods® line of products for home cooks, has announced that his Gorji Gourmet Pasta Sauce, Arrabiata Diavolo, has been awarded the top prize in blind judging. It won its second Golden Chile award at ZestFest's Fiery Food Challenge, held January 29, 2016 at the Irving Convention Center. Professional judges at the spicy, zesty and flavorful food event taste hundreds of sauces, salsas and spicy treats from across the US and internationally to select the winners. "It's always been about the taste with me, ... |
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United Natural Foods, Inc. Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Haddon House Food Products, Inc.
PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- United Natural Foods, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all outstanding stock of Haddon House Food Products, Inc. (“Haddon”) and certain affiliated entities as well as certain real estate, in a cash transaction for approximately $217.5 million, subject to certain customary post-closing adjustments. Founded in 1960 by the Anderson family, Haddon is a well-respected distributor and merchandiser of natural and organic and gourmet ethnic products throughout the Eastern United States. Haddon has a diverse, multi-channel customer base including conventional supermarkets, gourmet food stores and independently owned product retailers. “Haddon House ... |
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IHA Names Finalists for gia Product Design Awards
The 60 finalists in the IHA Global Innovations Awards (gia) for product design were announced by the International Housewares Association (IHA). Winners in each of 12 categories will be announced during the invitation-only gia dinner March 5. The finalists and winners will be on display in the Hall of Global Innovation in the Lakeside Center Lobby at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The 2016 International Home + Housewares Show runs March 5 to 8. More than 500 entries were received and were judged by a panel of industry experts and news media. The finalists will also be on display in the New ... |
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United Kingdom Appointed Partner Country for Ambiente 2017
The United Kingdom is the Ambiente partner country for 2017. Messe Frankfurt announced this at a reception for this year’s partner country Italy. “We are delighted that the United Kingdom is to be the partner country of Ambiente, the world’s leading trade fair for the consumer goods sector. The United Kingdom is a nation that stands not only for classic but also for eccentric and individual design. Ambiente is the perfect platform for inspiring both the domestic and the world market with its products”, said Detlef Braun, member of the board of management of Messe Frankfurt GmbH. After Denmark, France, ... |
