TSC Apparel, Cincinnati, has hired Pete Tuff as the director of purchasing, inventory and supply chain management.
Tuff most recently worked for Gildan Activewear as director of operational development in its Barbados headquarters.
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Visstun and Digispec Hire One Additonal Customer Service Representative and One Customer Service Administrator
Las Vegas-based Visstun and Digispec have hired Jenny Gugino as a customer service representative and Becky Stricklin as a customer service administrator.
Visstun and Digispec are happy to welcome Jenny Gugino back to the team. Jenny has eight years of customer service experience, in addition to her previous experience working with Visstun and Digispec.
Read MoreU.S. Free Trade Deals Passed, Textile Prices May Be Affected
On Oct. 12, the U.S. government passed three landmark free trade agreements that could potentially alter textile prices throughout the country.
Read MoreInnerWorkings to Announce Third Quarter Financial Results on November 3, 2011
InnerWorkings Inc., a provider of global print management and promotional solutions, will announce its third quarter 2011 results after financial markets close on Thursday, November 3, 2011.
Eric D. Belcher, chief executive officer, and Joseph M. Busky, chief financial officer, will host a live webcast presentation on InnerWorkings’ third quarter results and lead a question and answer session at 4:30 p.m. Central Time (5:30 p.m. Eastern Time) on Thursday, November 3rd.
Read MoreCharles River Apparel Launches 2012 Catalogs
Charles River Apparel, a manufacturer of activewear, announced the release of its new 2012 catalog. In addition to its main catalog, the company also launched a new Charles River Sport catalog, presenting favorites in its team and spiritwear categories, including everything from coach’s jackets to performance apparel teamwear.
Read MoreStaples Advantages Survey Shows End-user Demand, Desire, for Flu-fighting Products
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).
Read MoreProduct 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.
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