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KeHE Introduces Ordering App for Retailers
KeHE Distributors has launched KeHEConnect:Order, a new retail ordering app for natural independent retailers. Available Sept. 17 at the Apple App Store, this free app streamlines and simplifies the ordering process, allowing retailers to spend more time running their business. “Technology is just one of the ways that KeHE helps our retail partners to succeed,” said Scott Cousins, KeHE’s chief information officer. “We have been successful with our KeHEConnect:Show technology for several years. KeHEConnect:Order is another key aspect of our strategy: ‘We make on trend easy.’” KeHEConnect:Order is built on the KeHEConnect platform. This platform allows suppliers, brokers and ... |
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Honey Earns “Flavor of the Year” Award
Honey was named Flavor of the Year by Firmenich, the world’s largest privately owned fragrance and flavor company, and is being recognized for its unique flavor and its versatility as an ingredient. In honor of National Honey Month, the National Honey Board (NHB) continues to bear the good news and raise awareness about honey and its many culinary uses. Firmenich chose honey for this award because it believes honey has the potential of becoming a “classic” flavor. Honey may well be on its way to joining the likes of vanilla, chocolate and strawberry in this prestigious category, and consumers seem ... |
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Honeyfund Partners With National Retailers
Honeyfund, the leading honeymoon registry, has created a one-stop wedding registry, featuring partnerships with national retailers including Pottery Barn, Macy’s and Target. The new feature displays retail registries alongside the honeymoon wish list, allowing wedding gift-givers to choose from experience gifts or traditional housewares. “Wedding guests love choices when shopping for a gift. The more choices the better,” explained Sara Margulis, Honeyfund CEO and co-founder. “Some will relish the chance to give a once-in-a-lifetime experience like wine tasting in France. Others will carefully choose an item for the home that will be cherished for years. Honeyfund is proud to be ... |
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Domino Foods Introduces Honey Granules From Domino® Sugar & C&H® Sugar
Domino Foods Inc. introduces an exciting new product to the well-known Domino® Sugar and C&H® Sugar family of sweeteners – Domino® and C&H® Honey Granules. Honey Granules, a single crystal of pure cane sugar and honey, are free-flowing crystals that easily add a sweet honey flavor to many foods and beverages. Made without artificial colors or flavors, Domino® and C&H® Honey Granules are sold in 10-ounce flip-top canisters that allow for easily sprinkling or measuring for recipes, so consumers can add a taste of honey with less mess and at a lower cost per serving. Domino® and C&H® Honey Granules ... |
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American Made Show Returns to Dallas in January 2016
Dallas Market Center and the producers of the American Made Show have announced a return to Dallas, Jan. 21-24, 2016, as part of the Dallas Total Home & Gift Market. “The 50 American Made studio artists we presented in June were thrilled with the welcome they received from Dallas retailers,” said Wendy Rosen, president of The American Made Show. “At the urging of handmade artists from throughout the country, we decided to expand our presence in Dallas to the 6th floor at this January. Our success last June was overwhelming, and we are excited to bring even more American Made ... |
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DKB Household Restructures Supply Chain Team
DKB Household USA has recently restructured its supply chain team to better serve its customers. The Irvine, Calif.-based housewares company has had a great track record of fulfilling orders on-time and in full, and has recruited Billy Gutierrez as supply chain director to drive even more growth. Gutierrez joins DKB from one of the leading consumer electrics brands and his experience supporting both large and small retail partners is expected to put the company on the forefront of supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction. “DKB aims to offer industry-leading customer service and supply chain performance for our retail partners,” said ... |
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NY NOW Reports Successful Summer 2015 Market
With record numbers of international companies and both new and returning exhibitors, the summer edition of NY NOW®, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift, delivered a successful market filled with new resources for retailers and brisk business and order-writing for exhibitors. This August also marked the first summer market with all three NY NOW Collections and all 10 NY NOW sections presented under one roof, resulting in a bustling and busy vibe throughout every available inch of exhibit space at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center – Level 1, Level 3, Javits North and River Pavilion – as well ... |
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In Honor of Its 70th Anniversary, Dualit Awards Special Toaster to Sur La Table Buying Team
2015 is an exciting year for Dualit Ltd. as the company marks 70 years since it was founded in 1945. Over the years, the company has kept product innovation at the forefront, providing safe, high-quality products that make life in both professional and domestic kitchens much easier. In honor of its 70th anniversary, Dualit presented an award of a specially produced, limited-edition, registered toaster (only 70 units were hand-built in the United Kingdom) to the buying team of Sur La Table in Seattle in recognition for the store’s contribution to the success of its business in North America. Wesley E. ... |
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Vintage Confections Raises $150,000 to Expand Production
Vintage Confections, a company specializing in custom-made lollipops based in Clarendon Hills, Ill., recently signed a $1.2 million guaranteed purchase order with a large distributor to grow its business. As a result, Vintage Confections outgrew its current production space and needed $150,000 in growth funding to continue to expand. Vintage Confections raised funding on Bolstr, a marketplace where emerging consumer, retail and manufacturing businesses can access growth capital from accredited investors. This marks Vintage Confections’ second round of funding through Bolstr. The company first raised capital in 2014, when it needed $30,000 to open its first retail location and expand ... |
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Le Creuset Cookware Celebrates 90th Anniversary
In the past 90 years, countless culinary trends have come and gone, but Le Creuset’s place at the table has stood the test of time. This year, the pioneering manufacturer of enameled cast iron cookware is launching a worldwide celebration of its 90th anniversary. During its nine-decade history, the beloved brand has manufactured more than 300 million products for more than 70 countries. To commemorate this milestone, Le Creuset is releasing a limited-edition replica of its original product, launching an online “time capsule” initiative and hosting celebrations worldwide throughout this month. “For decades, Le Creuset has been at the center ... |
