A recent survey from Staples Advantages provides statistics and insights helpful to those selling flu-prevention items to offices and other workplaces. The survey focused on employee desire (nearly 100 percent of survey respondents noted they are concerned with catching a virus at work) versus action taken (under 40 percent taking steps to stay heathy).
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Product of the Day: Gourmet Holiday Assortment from Fresh Beginnings
Today’s the first day of fall, and that means the holidays are right around the corner. And that means I have an excuse to show some awesome holiday treats like the Gourmet Holiday Assortment from Fresh Beginnings. It’s OK to gain 2 or 30 lbs. over the holidays, right?
Read MoreMinnesota Twin Jim Thome Accepts Award Created by Supplier Crystal D
Jim Thome, member of the Minnesota Twins, was recognized for his milestone home run number 600 on August 18. During the recognition ceremony Thome accepted an award that was created by Crystal D, its Starburst award.
The recognition ceremony took place at Target Field just before a game against the New York Yankees in Minneapolis, Minn.
Broder Bros. Announces Selling What Sells Live On Tour in Collaboration with Bella and Canvas
Broder Bros., Trevose, Pa., announced it is taking its “Selling What Sells” educational series on a three-part, nationwide tour of events focused on educating customers about sales presentations and selling more apparel. Beginning the week of September 6, 2011, the first part of the tour will feature Alpha, Broder and NES staff along with representatives from Bella and Canvas and some of the industry’s biggest mills in 15 cities across the country. These full-day events will consist of product presentations and sales seminars based off of the “Selling What Sells” catalog and Bella + Canvas Sellers Guide.
Read MoreFields Manufacturing Acquires Target Industries
On September 6, 2011, Fields Manufacturing announced it had acquired Target Industries. Matt Bertram issued a statement on the acquisition:
“We are proud to announce that Fields Manufacturing of St. Cloud, Minnesota has acquired the assets of Target Industries of Owosso, Michigan, as of September 6, 2011. Field’s plan is to continue operations at its St. Cloud location as well as the Targetline location in Owosso for the foreseeable future. Fields and Targetline will continue to have their own catalog and customer service group.
Read MoreStaples Rewards Supplier Raining Rose with Surprise Donation
Staples Inc. surprised Cedar Rapids-based Raining Rose Inc. with a $1,500 gift card. The surprise donation is in celebration of the company’s recent naming as one of the fastest growing inner-city businesses in the country by Staples Foundation and the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC), a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote economic prosperity in America’s inner cities.
Read MoreCleggPromo Announces Second-Quarter Number Surge
Michael Bistocchi, senior vice president of CleggPromo, Gardena, Calif., announced a revenue jump of 22 percent over the same period in 2010 during the company’s second quarter board meeting.
Read MorePrime Line’s 2011 Holiday Catalog Features 24 New Items Including Godiva And Ghirardelli Gift Sets
Prime Line announced on August 22 that its 2011 holiday catalog features 24 new items, including Godiva and Ghirardelli chocolates as well as L’Occitane gift sets. The catalog, called “Memorable Business Gifts,” will mail this week along with an updated BUILT catalog.
Read MoreNewton Manufacturing Introduces Internal Creative Agency to Assist Sales Partners
On August 22, Newton, Iowa-based distributor Newton Manufacturing introduced its newly formed internal advertising agency as an extension of its existing marketing department. The newly formed agency works with Newton sales representatives to provide additional levels of creativity and marketing support when working with key clients.
Read More5.9 Earthquake Strikes the East Coast
At 1:51 p.m. on August 23, a 5.9 earthquake rippled across the East Coast. The Washington Post reports the center of the quake to be near the town of Mineral, Va., and that it was felt as far as Boston and South Carolina.
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