Get acquainted with Helen Jamieson, senior trend strategist at Trend Bible, and read a preview of her upcoming presentation at the 2017 International Home + Housewares Show. Her presentation, scheduled for Saturday, March 18, will take place in the Innovation Theater, which will feature 21 presentations over four days covering topics ranging from new product design to the…
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Trends in Nonstick Coatings for 2017
IHA catches up with Whitford Corporation's Fran Groesbeck, Worldwide Retail Marketing Manager, and Suzie Eberhardt, Associate Retail Marketing Manager to preview their presentation at the 2017 International Home + Housewares Show. At the Show, the Innovation Theater will feature 21 presentations over four days covering topics ranging from new product design to the smart…
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The International Housewares Association today announced the hiring of Jeff Murphy as vice president, international, effective Feb. 1 and that Perry Reynolds will retire March 31 after 20 years at the Association. “IHA’s international efforts are a strategically significant element of the Association’s mission,” said Phil Brandl, IHA president & CEO. “Two mission items,…
CONTINUE READINGStay on Chicago’s famed Magnificent Mile at the Westin Michigan Avenue
Book now and enjoy these additional incentives: - Low rate starting at $199 - Complimentary WiFi/Wired internet in guest rooms - Complimentary access to WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio Book Your Discounted Room at the Westin Michigan Avenue The Westin Michigan Avenue has 752 guest rooms including 32 suites, each with a marble foyer and large marble…
CONTINUE READINGRick Bayless, Paula Deen, Ming Tsai Among the Celeb Chefs at the 2017 Show
Celebrity chefs Rick Bayless, Paula Deen, Lorena Garcia, Stephanie Izard, Ming Tsai and Fabio Viviani are returning to prepare their favorite recipes in the Cooking Theater at the 2017 International Home + Housewares Show, March 18-21 at Chicago’s McCormick Place. The chef demonstrations will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 18 and continue through Tuesday, March…
CONTINUE READINGOcean Freight Rates Trending Higher
A reputable consulting firm, Drewry Shipping Consultants, is forecasting ocean freight rates in the Asia to US trade will increase in 2017. If the forecast is accurate, it would mark the first time since 2010 where there have been any significant increases in ocean freight rates. Carriers have been warning shippers about unsustainable rates since September 2015. Carrier…
CONTINUE READINGDuring the Show, Stay at a Residence Inn Like No Other
Book now and enjoy these additional incentives: - Low rate for all housewares guests. - Earn Marriott points by booking your stay at the Residence Inn Loop - All-suite property that includes complimentary breakfast and in-room internet with your rate. Book Your Discounted Room at the Residence Inn Chicago Loop Where historical splendor meets modern amenities.…
CONTINUE READINGRetail Profile: Kitchen a la Mode
Owner: Ben Salmon Location: South Orange, N.J. Founded: 2008 Square Footage: 1,000 sq. ft. Many retailers use Facebook. Not so many enjoy using it, choosing to turn the medium over to tech savvy underlings or to outsource social media altogether. Ben Salmon of Kitchen a la Mode in South Orange, N.J., is a bit different and he doesn’t shy away from Facebook. In fact,…
CONTINUE READINGTrends: Going Social
For many retailers, social media has replaced traditional advertising. Fading away (if not gone completely) are newspaper, radio and television ads for stores, replaced by content spread all over social media, ranging from Facebook and Pinterest to Instagram, along with Twitter and LinkedIn. The trick for store owners in this fast-changing world is deciding which social…
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