International Housewares Association

Perfectly Porland

Porland of Turkey, one of the five gia Global Honorees this year, has a long, rich and colorful history. We look into what makes this manufacturer and retailer of porcelain stand out from the rest. by Michelle Hespe Porland’s logo features a ballerina executing a perfect pirouette. This elegant symbol conveys both beauty and strength, reflecting the grounding philosophy of this manufacturer and retailer of porcelain. The word…

CHESS 2019 – Retail’s Seismic Shift: Understanding the Forces Changing Housewares Consumers

Presented by: Michael Dart, Partner, Consumer/Retail Practice, A.T. Kearney Retail specialist and visionary, Michael Dart advises retail and consumer companies on how best to navigate retail’s seismic shifts. He combines his economics and finance training from Oxford University and the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, with more than 25 years of experience consulting with A.T. Kearney and Bain & Co. to provide a unique…

Global Retail Intelligence – April

April 14 – JD.com Creates Offline Catering Supply Chain SolutionJD.com with Juqi, a dinning chain in Beijing, announced a supply chain cooperation, positioning JD.com as the first platform in China capable of providing a one-stop supply chain solution covering both the full category of food and materials supply, and integrated warehousing and distribution services. Through the cooperation, JD will also provide intelligent inventory…

Navigating The Wild West of Ocean Shipping

by Dave Akers, IHSA "Good Judgment comes from experience and a lot of that comes from bad judgment." — Will Rogers Here is how the modern shipping business mirrors the Wild West: 1. The “Gold Rush” Boom and Bust Cycles The Old West was defined by the gold rush with sudden, explosive wealth that created overnight millionaires, followed by devastating busts that left ghost towns behind. Shipping operates on the exact same…

IHA Plans Sourcing Mission to Vietnam

To help members investigate alternatives to sourcing from China, the International Housewares Association will hold a sourcing mission to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, next year. The 2020 Vietnam Sourcing Mission will be offered in two sessions: April 20-22 or April 23-25. Each session is limited to just six companies to provide a high level of service and allow for private meetings and factory tours. The dates were chosen to allow…

Guide to Effective Retail Store Design

by Martin M. Pegler If RETAILING is your chosen path of livelihood, here are some simple guidelines you might like to consider when planning your retail store. 1. Let There Be Light! Without the proper light the merchandise cannot be seen or judged, colors cannot be appreciated, coordinates cannot be assembled, nor buying decisions made. Let your light be the best you can afford to install and use—or, if necessary, skimp on…

Sneak Peek Videos: 2011 IHA Show Preview Media Event

February 22, 2011

IHA held it's annual Show Sneak Preview media event last month in New York City. Nearly 70 companies showed off products that will debut on the show floor in Chicago next month at the 2011 International Home + Housewares Show, giving the media glimpse of what they can expect. Here are some of those products and the great people that bring them to you. You can see all of these…

Housewares History: Getting a Jolt of Joe

February 21, 2011

What is it? Can you guess what this old kitchen tool was used for? I'll give you a hint, you're going to get burnt if you don't use it. Make your guesses on our facebook page, where you can find the answer later this afternoon. Housewares Trivia Mr. Coffee made a big splash when they signed this former ball player to represent them in 1972. He helped build brand recognition…

Key Events at the 2011 Housewares Show

February 17, 2011

By E-Power We've already explained a few of the great ways Housewares Connect 365 can help you organize your 2011 International Home + Housewares Show. Now it's time to start looking at some of the events and displays you'll want to check out! Once you've created your account, it's time to decide how to spend your time at the Show. Some of the hottest events going on at…

Make the Most of Housewares Connect 365

February 16, 2011

By E-Power The 2011 International Home + Housewares Show has really stacked the deck in terms of events and displays. From the Cooking Theater to Product Expos and the Housewares Design Theater to Education Sessions, there will be so much to do and see! The International Housewares Association is trying to make it a little easier on you to navigate it all this year by rolling…

Housewares History: Get a Good Grip

February 14, 2011

What is it? Can you guess what this kitchen tool was used for? Leave your guesses/comments on our facebook page and check there for the answer later today. Housewares Trivia The product above might have slipped out of your hand quite easily. Sam Farber and Smart Design put an end to the problem of poorly gripped handles on kitchen tools when he invented this line of products…

IHA at Ambiente!

February 10, 2011

Please join the International Housewares Association for a reception at Ambiente Frankfurt 2011 Switzerland Restaurant - Hall 4, Level 1 Friday, February 11, 2011 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. You can also find IHA on the floor at Ambiente, located in booth 6.0 D22. For more information on IHA at Ambiente and our other International programs please contact Lori Szudarek at…

IHSA to hold webinar tomorrow!

February 9, 2011

International Housewares Shippers Association Webinar The International Housewares Shippers Association would like to invite your company to participate in a webinar: IHSA Webinar: When: Thursday / February 10th Time: 2:00 pm (Eastern) Cost: FREE of Charge Webinar topics include: Dynamics of a Shippers Association Reduced ocean container freight rates…

2011 Design Theater Presents

February 8, 2011

IHA is proud to bring you the Housewares Design Theater in 2011, showcasing some of the brightest minds in innovation this industry has to offer. Each year attendees are treated to seminars and discussions centered on design, sustainability, trends and many other issues related to new product development and launch. Here are a few of the speakers that will be at this year's…

February 3, 2011

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