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Kim Dietz of J. M. Smucker Co. to lead Organic Trade Association Board
Kim Dietz of The J.M. Smucker Company on Wednesday was tapped as the President of the Organic Trade Association’s Board of Directors by fellow Board members. First appointed as an Organic Trade Association director in 2014 by the Board for a three-year term, she was elected by the membership this summer for another three-year term. Dietz was the top vote getter in the Association’s democratic election process, where each Trade member company gets one vote. “I have been an active member of the Organic Trade Association in many different capacities over the past 20 years, and am now honored and ... |
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Sysco Announces Election of New Director
HOUSTON, Sept. 15, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sysco Corporation (NYSE:SYY), the leading global foodservice distribution company, announced today that Sheila G. Talton has been elected to join the board of directors, expanding the size of the board to 15 members. Ms. Talton will stand for reelection at Sysco’s next Annual Meeting of Stockholders scheduled for Nov. 17, 2017. “We are very excited about the addition of Sheila to our board,” said Jackie M. Ward, chairman of the board. “Sheila’s extensive knowledge of information technology systems, data analytics and technology security issues complements Sysco’s board well. Her service in leadership roles ... |
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Red Dot Award Kicks Off A New Year With Product Design 2018
On 9 October 2017, the first of three registration periods of the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2018 will begin. Designers and manufacturers from all over the world will once again have the opportunity to submit their best products for evaluation of their design quality by the Red Dot Jury. If the objects submitted are awarded a Red Dot, the laureates profit among other things from being able to use the globally recognised winner label. Red Dot Award: Product Design 2018 The origins of the Red Dot Award: Product Design stretch back to 1955 when a jury met for the ... |
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Las Vegas Market Announces 2018 Dates
LAS VEGAS, NV – (September 18, 2017) — Las Vegas Market, a comprehensive gift, furniture and home décor market featuring more than 4,000 lines as well as unique west coast resources, has announced the following dates for its winter and summer 2018 editions: Winter 2018 Las Vegas Market January 28 – February 1, 2018 (Sunday to Thursday) 475 South Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas, NV www.lasvegasmarket.com 1-800-748-5065 Summer 2018 Las Vegas Market July 29 – August 2, 2018 (Sunday to Thursday) 475 South Grand Central Parkway, Las Vegas, NV www.lasvegasmarket.com 1-800-748-5065 Las Vegas Market is the nation’s fastest growing gift ... |
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Mark Adkison Joins IHA as Vice President, International
ROSEMONT, Ill. (Sept. 15, 2017) – The International Housewares Association (IHA) announced today that Mark Adkison is joining the Association as vice president, international, beginning Sept. 18. Adkison has more than 15 years’ experience in the housewares industry, with an emphasis on global sales and marketing. He fills the vacancy left by the passing of Jeff Murphy in June. Adkison joins IHA from NorthCentral, LLC where he served as president. Before that he worked for Smith’s Consumer Products, Inc., from 2007-2016, holding the roles of chief marketing officer and vice president of global sales. He began his housewares career in ... |
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Imperial Capital Advises Sugarfina on its Growth Equity Investment from Great Hill Partners
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 14, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Imperial Capital, LLC announced today that it served as exclusive financial advisor to Sugarfina on its $35 million growth equity financing from Great Hill Partners, a Boston-based private equity firm. Great Hill Partners’ investment will support the continued growth of Sugarfina’s omnichannel presence across web, mobile, retail, wholesale, and corporate gifting, and will allow the Company to expand internationally to the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2012 by Rosie O’Neill and Josh Resnick, Sugarfina is a uniquely fresh, fashionable, and experiential luxury candy brand, disrupting the $200 billion global confections industry. The ... |
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Las Vegas Market Raises Record $15,735 For Gift For Life
LAS VEGAS, NV – (August 17, 2017) – Las Vegas Market announced today that its seventh annual “Up on the Roof” fundraiser netted a record-breaking $15,735 to benefit Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home décor industries’ sole charitable organization. Some 500+ supporters attended the annual industry soiree, which featured special guest Donny Osmond, a silent auction of Donny Osmond Home products as well as Las Vegas-themed items and experiences. “Las Vegas Market is pleased and proud to once again demonstrate our commitment to assisting Gift For Life and its vital mission of supporting HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, education and advocacy by ... |
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Brynwood Partners VI L.P. and Mondelez International, Inc. to Sell Back to Nature Foods Company, LLC to B&G Foods, Inc.
GREENWICH, Conn., Aug. 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Brynwood Partners VI L.P. ("Brynwood VI") announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell Back to Nature Foods Company, LLC to B&G Foods, Inc. for approximately $162.5 million in cash, subject to customary closing and post-closing working capital adjustments. The transaction, which is expected to close in the third quarter, is subject to customary closing conditions, including the receipt of regulatory approvals. Brynwood VI and Mondelez International, Inc. formed the Back to Nature joint venture in 2012 through an innovative structure, whereby Brynwood VI acquired operating control while Mondelez International ... |
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NY NOW and HGTV Magazine Announce “Best In Market” Award Winner
NEW YORK, NY. - August 21, 2017 - NY NOW®, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift, in conjunction with HGTV Magazine announced today the winner of the “Best in Market” Award. The Cheese Knife by W&P Design, LLC received the recognition at the NY NOW summer 2017 market and is on display now in the Accent on Design® section (Booth #3861) at New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. "We’re incredibly honored to receive the Best in Market distinction from NY NOW and HGTV Magazine for The Cheese Knife,” said Josh Williams, Co-Founder, W&P Design, LLC. “It really is the perfect accessory for enjoying cheese ... |
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Sur La Table Names Billy May As Chief Executive Officer
SEATTLE, Aug. 14, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Sur La Table, the leading retail destination since 1972 for those passionate about cooking and entertaining, announced today the appointment of Billy May as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. May, a fourth-generation retailer with over two decades of retail, digital marketing, and eCommerce experience, will also join the Board of Directors. He succeeds Diane Neal who retired earlier this year. "We would like to thank Diane for her leadership and many contributions to Sur La Table," said Kevin Nickelberry, Managing Director at Investcorp and a member of Sur La Table's Board of Directors. "We are excited to work with Billy going forward and ... |
