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…

Discover Design at the 2011 International Home + Housewares Show

February 2, 2011

Introducing… Discover Design! Composition, formation, inspiration, pattern, perspective, style. Design professionals shape consumer lifestyle and product trends through their creativity and ingenuity. Designers have the ability to forecast and perceive our wants and needs. They take visions and concepts then turn them into hot sellers and customer favorites. The…

Housewares Connect 365 Tip: Simplifying Show Communication

February 1, 2011

By Marie Kulik, Manager of Exhibitor Business Development Communicating with buyers + media through your exhibitor message center As part of your Housewares Connect 365 listing, exhibitors have access to a personal message center FREE of charge. Through your message center you can send buyers and media an invitation to your booth before the Show and follow-up with them…

Housewares History: It’s quite the process

January 31, 2011

What is it? Can you guess what this kitchen tool, from 1875, is? Its advertisements claimed "No housekeeper can afford to be without one, while for hotels, restaurants, boarding houses and bakeries they are absolutely indispensable". Make your guesses on our Facebook page, where you can also find the answer later this afternoon. Housewares Trivia 1973 - At the Housewares…

Inventor’s Corner: See the future before it reaches store shelves

January 28, 2011

By Wes French The Inventors Corner pavilion is one of the hot destinations at the Show. Retail buyers and exhibitors know this is where to find the latest, most creative new product concepts. The Inventors Corner hosts 40 inventor exhibitors each year, giving many opportunities to upstart inventors. This pavilion makes it easy for Retailers and marketers to find fresh faces in…

Get noticed in the New Product Showcase!

January 26, 2011

You can submit your product for the New Product Showcase through the IHA website. For more information you can contact Connie Chantos at cchantos@housewares.org.…

Housewares Connect 365 Tip: Special Events

January 25, 2011

By Marie Kulik, Manager of Exhibitor Business Development Generate Interest – Tell us about your special event Housewares Connect 365 allows companies to add information regarding special company news, events, celebrations or milestones that you think buyers, media or consumers may be interested in while attending the Home + Housewares Show. Whether you're demonstrating…

Housewares History: And wait, there’s more!

January 24, 2011

What is it? Can you guess what this 1930's era item is and was used for? *HINT* It's a heathier way to cook now, but it was just necessary when it was invented. You can make guesses on our facebook page. The answer will be revealed in the afternoon. Housewares Trivia Ron Popeil made his debut demonstrating products at Woolworth's but didn't get his big break until he did…

A glance at the upcoming year in housewares…

January 13, 2011

By: Phil Brandl As we look ahead to 2011, the International Housewares Association would like to wish everyone a very prosperous New Year! To fulfill IHA’s mission to connect, inform, support and enable our members to lead in the global marketplace, we are working hard to provide beneficial events and services to more than 1,800 member companies. Here is a brief overview of…

Made for each other: IHA & TGA co-locate for 2011 Shows

January 12, 2011

By Mia Rampersad, Vice President, Trade Show, IHA March of 2011 will be an exciting time at the International Home + Housewares Show with a strategic alliance taking place with The Travel Goods Show. This co-location will bring together the world’s largest housewares-specific and travel trade fairs for the first time. Bringing more than 200 exhibitors with brand names…