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Sonja Berton Joins Kuhn Rikon USA as Director of Business Development
March 2, Petaluma, CA– Kuhn Rikon USA announced today that Sonja Berton has joined the team as Director of Business Development in the United States, where she will lead sales efforts for most accounts. With her extensive experience in housewares including gadgets, cutlery, textiles, and most recently, small appliances, Berton brings a wealth of industry knowledge, expertise, and passion to the Kuhn Rikon team. Most recently, she managed key accounts for Breville USA, working with key retailers including Best Buy, Crate & Barrel, Kohl’s, Target, Walmart, Macy’s, and Bloomingdales. “Having worked with Sonja for many years, I am confident that her experience ... |
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Specialty Food Association 2023 Winter Fancy Food Show Returning to Las Vegas
NEW YORK, NY (March 7, 2022)The Specialty Food Association (SFA) Winter Fancy Food Show will be returning to the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) in 2023. Running January 15-17, the Show will feature specialty food and beverages from domestic and international exhibitors, educational programming, and the traditional post-event food rescue. “The SFA looks forward to an even bigger and better Winter Fancy Food Show in 2023 which will be hosted in the larger and more conveniently laid out West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center,” said SFA Board Chairman, Charlie Apt. The 2023 Winter Fancy Food Show is open only to qualified ... |
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International Market Centers Completes Acquisition of Shoppe Object and Shoppe Online
NEW YORK – (March 4, 2022) – International Market Centers (IMC) today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Shoppe Object, a design-focused home and lifestyle tradeshow and its Shoppe Online B2B e-commerce platform. Additionally, to better accommodate buyer and exhibitor preferences, Shoppe Object will shift its three-day event opening to Sunday, with the summer 2022 edition running August 14-16 at Pier 36.“We are so excited to welcome Shoppe Object and Shoppe Online to the IMC family. The community and elevated point of view that the founders have built is fresh, bold and differentiated from other markets. Under Jesse James’ continued ... |
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Yuengling’s Ice Cream Acquires Revolution Desserts
Atlanta, GA - (NewMediaWire)- March 1, 2022 - Yuengling’s Ice Cream Corporation (“Yuengling’s”) (OTC PINK: ARSN) is pleased to announce that it has signed a binding Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to acquire Revolution Desserts, LLC (“Revolution”). Revolution owns or licenses the Gelato Fiasco, Sweet Scoops, Art Cream, and SoCo Creamery brands. Gelato Fiasco is a premium gelato product with two stores and is available in more than 600 retail locations. Sweet Scoops, a producer of all-natural frozen yogurts, is sold in Whole Foods, Roche Bros and approximately 100 independent stores. Art Cream, an organic artisan ice cream with unique and often ... |
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NPD Reports Expanded Outdoor Cooking Options Heat Up Grilling Sales in Cooler Months
After an uptick in spending across the grilling segment during the first half of 2021, the already extended grilling season has continued through the end of the year. The industry's revenue grew 14% last year, reaching $6.1 billion in sales in 2021, according to Retail Tracking Service data from The NPD Group. The extension of the grilling season was evident in a surge in sales for grill options that enable consumers to cook while under weather constraints, as well as the complementary purchases, like accessories and fuel, that took place later in the year. PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Feb. 22, 2022 ... |
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Wegmans Announces Plans to Open First Store in Connecticut
Norwalk, CT, March 1, 2022 – Wegmans Food Markets Inc., the family company that ranks consistently as one of the country’s best places to work and shop, is bringing its unmatched customer service, restaurant foods, one-stop shopping, and consistent low prices to Norwalk with the announcement of its first Connecticut location. Wegmans Norwalk will be located on nearly 11 acres of land off Connecticut Avenue, adjacent to route I-95. The property is currently occupied by an office complex owned by MBI Inc., which plans to move to new office space within Norwalk before construction of the new Wegmans store begins. “We ... |
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Atlanta Market and GC Buying Group Partner for Summer 2022 Market
ATLANTA – February 22, 2022 – Leading culinary buying group GC will have a major presence at the Summer 2022 Atlanta Market with its 300+ retail members invited to participate in a new “Summer Series” with educational programming and an exclusive vendor expo during the July 12-18, 2022 buying event at AmericasMart Atlanta reports International Market Centers (IMC). “We look forward to welcoming GC retailers for a rich and rewarding experience that augments the member programming they rely on for a competitive edge,” said Dorothy Belshaw, IMC executive vice president, chief customer and marketing officer. “Atlanta Market’s housewares advantage – unmatched ... |
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Messe Frankfurt Suspends Events in Russia
Messe Frankfurt suspends events in Russia Frankfurt am Main, 02 03 2022 The Russian invasion of Ukraine poses an unprecedented threat to peaceful coexistence in Europe. Messe Frankfurt supports all sanction measures taken by the Federal Government. Against this backdrop, the Messe Frankfurt Board of Management decided to suspend events of its subsidiary Messe Frankfurt RUS until further notice. ... |
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Kill Cliff Signs Three-Year Deal with Truist Park
ATLANTA, Feb. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kill Cliff, the Clean Energy Drink Company, today announces it has signed a three-year deal to become the exclusive Energy Drink of the World Champion Atlanta Braves. Kill Cliff Ignite will be the only energy drink sold in bars, restaurants, and concessions throughout Truist Park. This lock on the ultra-competitive energy drink category will service nearly 2.5 million annual visitors to Truist Park. “We are absolutely thrilled with the Braves partnership and the opportunity that it presents for Kill Cliff. Founded in 2011 by local entrepreneur Todd Ehrlich, our roots are here in Atlanta. I grew ... |
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China's Foodservice Industry Recovers After Experiencing Sharp Declines in 2020, According to The NPD Group
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y., Feb. 15, 2022/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- According to The NPD Group, China's foodservice industry ended 2021 showing signs of recovery after a tumultuous two-year period full of uncertainty brought on by COVID-19 and stringent lockdown measures throughout the country. Thanks to vaccination rollouts and easing restrictions across the country, China reported a recovery in the first half of the year across the 22 Chinese cities tracked by NPD for the foodservice industry. There was growth for both foot traffic and spend over the first two quarters of 2021 when compared to the same time periods in 2019 and 2020. However, ... |
