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Hammitt Bags a Growth Partner in NetSuite

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hammitt, one of the fastest growing luxury brands in the United States, is working with Oracle NetSuite to deliver a client-focused, functional, and fresh approach to modern handbags as it scales its business. With NetSuite, Hammitt has been able to take advantage of an integrated business system to meet soaring customer demand for its line of stylish and functional handbags, backpacks, and leather accessories by simplifying and unifying its financial, product development, inventory, and customer relationship operations. 

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  • To address these challenges and establish a scalable foundation for future growth, Hammitt chose NetSuite as its enterprise resource planning (ERP) system .
  • With NetSuite, Hammitt has been able to manage its operations on a single cloud business system .
  • NetSuite has also helped Hammitt scale its direct-to-consumer business and enhance the design of its products.
  • "We are excited to see the success the Hammitt team has achieved over the years," said David Rodman, SVP of Customer Success, Oracle NetSuite.

Dillard’s to Donate more than $289,000 to local RMHC Chapters through sale of Southern Living Christmas Cookbook

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Friday, January 20, 2023

Dillard’s, Inc. (DDS: NYSE, “Dillard’s”) announced today that it will make a significant contribution of more than $289,000 to local Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters.

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  • Dillard’s, Inc. (DDS: NYSE, “Dillard’s”) announced today that it will make a significant contribution of more than $289,000 to local Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Chapters.
  • This donation was made possible through the sale of Dillard’s exclusive Southern Living Christmas Cookbook.
  • Dillard’s offered a special custom edition of the Southern Living Christmas Cookbook to benefit RMHC.
  • With this year’s contribution, Dillard’s has donated more than $15.6 million since 1994 to local RMHC Chapters to support Ronald McDonald House programs.

Kendra Scott Launches First-Ever Collaboration with Barbie®

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Kendra Scott is teaming up with the ultimate pop culture icon to launch the first-ever Barbie™ x Kendra Scott collection. The limited-edition six-piece capsule collection is inspired by fashion, friendship, and being a force for good.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Kendra Scott is teaming up with the ultimate pop culture icon to launch the first-ever Barbie x Kendra Scott collection.
  • A reinvention of the brand's most versatile silhouette, the Barbie x Kendra Scott Gold Elisa Multi Strand Necklace features a double-sided design, as does the Barbie x Kendra Scott Chain Necklace, which elevates any look.
  • The Barbie x Kendra Scott Gold Statement Earrings are adorned with new Hot Pink Drusy and high-shine stones making them the ultimate staple, and Pink Opal adds a pop of color to the sophisticated-yet-playful Barbie x Kendra Scott Gold Huggie Earrings.
  • The limited-edition Barbie x Kendra Scott collection will be available at Kendra Scott retail stores and online at kendrascott.com/barbie-x-kendra-scott .

James Avery Artisan Jewelry Opens New Location in Irving

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

KERRVILLE, Texas, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the opening of its new store in MacArthur Park. The new store is located at S 7601 N MacArthur Blvd, Suite 195, Irving, TX, 75063.

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  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the opening of its new store in MacArthur Park.
  • "We're excited to expand in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and open our new store at MacArthur Park in Irving," says James Avery CEO John McCullough.
  • Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m.
    About James Avery Artisan Jewelry James Avery is a vertically integrated, family-owned company located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
  • Hourly drawings on November 12 between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. during the grand opening celebration at the MacArthur Park James Avery Artisan Jewelry store.

James Avery Christmas 2022 Collection Celebrates Traditions, Memories and Texas Favorites

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Monday, October 10, 2022

KERRVILLE, Texas, Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the launch of its Christmas 2022 collection. Offering classic designs customers know and love, the collection includes colorful gemstone and hand-enameled designs, as well as charms inspired by Christmas memories, hometown favorites and nature.

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  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the launch of its Christmas 2022 collection .
  • Offering classic designs customers know and love, the collection includes colorful gemstone and hand-enameled designs, as well as charms inspired by Christmas memories, hometown favorites and nature.
  • This collection celebrates Texas with three new charms from some of our most famous brands: Dr Pepper and Whataburger.
  • "We hope these designs create a sense of sweet Christmas memories and activitiesfun, Christmas colors, family dinners, stargazing and overall celebrating the spirit of the season with family and friends," says Sarah Herr, Director of Design at James Avery.

James Avery Artisan Jewelry Now Open in Pearland

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

KERRVILLE, Texas, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the opening of its new store in the Plaza at Pearland Village. The new store is located at 8505 S Sam Houston Pkwy, Suite 110 in Houston, TX, 77075.

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  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the opening of its new store in the Plaza at Pearland Village.
  • "We're excited to open an additional location in Houston at the Plaza in Pearland Village," says James Avery CEO John McCullough.
  • Store hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m.
    About James Avery Artisan Jewelry James Avery is a vertically integrated, family-owned company located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
  • Hourly drawings on September 17 between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. during the grand opening celebration at the Plaza at Pearland Village James Avery Artisan Jewelry store.

FlyWithWine debuts its innovative wine and spirit travel solutions for Duty Free & Travel Retail at TFWA World Exhibition & Conference 2022

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022

NAPA, Calif., Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FlyWithWine, the designer, creator and global distributor of the VinGardeValise® Collection, the first luggage line specifically developed to safely and securely protect wine and spirits while traveling, announced today that it will participate in the TFWA World Exhibition & Conference. The exhibition, one of the premier global events for the duty free and travel retail industry, is a global platform for exhibitors across a wide variety of product categories to showcase the newest, most sought-after retail products for the Airport Duty Free, Travel Retail and Cruise Line shopper.

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  • The exhibition, one of the premier global events for the duty free and travel retail industry, is a global platform for exhibitors across a wide variety of product categories to showcase the newest, most sought-after retail products for the Airport Duty Free, Travel Retail and Cruise Line shopper.
  • In addition to the VinGardeValise Collection, its signature line of high quality, stylish wine luggage, FlyWithWine will be introducing its latest products at the exhibition including the VinXplorer Wine and Beverage Backpack and a uniquely designed Stemware Personal Travel case.
  • Travel retail is a niche that we excel at, especially as it relates to the safe transporting of wines and spirits.
  • For more information on working with FlyWithWine to curate an innovative program to enhance your customer's travel and retail experience, contact:

The Melton Foundation and Dillard University join hands with Nisum to organize the NOLA Tech Tap 2022

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The first ever NOLA Tech Tap: Community Ideathon 2022 is happening in September. The innovation marathon convenes young people (18-35 years) from the Greater New Orleans area to work together on developing project ideas to further sustainable livelihood in local communities with the aid of technology. The event is organized by the Melton Foundation, a non-profit organization and a leading proponent of global citizenship practice, in partnership with Nisum, a leading global digital commerce firm, and Dillard University, Louisiana's oldest HBCU dedicated to building competence.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The first ever NOLA Tech Tap: Community Ideathon 2022 is happening in September.
  • The Melton Foundation The Melton Foundation was established nearly thirty years ago with the credence that collaborations across boundaries can forge sustainable solutions to the world's most pressing challenges.
  • As an institution committed to community service, Dillard University (DU) has a long record of student and community engagement.
  • A Melton Foundation partner university, DU has been part of the Melton Foundation network since 1995.

James Avery Partners with Von Maur to Bring Handcrafted Jewelry to the Midwest

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Monday, August 22, 2022

KERRVILLE, Texas, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry announced today that it is partnering with Von Maur, a family-owned, Midwestern department store, to offer a selection of its jewelry. The partnership will launch both online and, in phases from August to October, to 37 Von Maur locations across 15 states.

Key Points: 
  • Since both James Avery Artisan Jewelry and Von Maur are family-owned companies, we both share the similar values and strive for integrity in how we treat our Associates and Customers," says John McCullough, CEO of James Avery.
  • Von Maur, which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, will introduce James Avery to its loyal customer base, offering meaningful jewelry designed to connect people, their life events and celebrations.
  • "Von Maur looks forward to being able to service our customers with the best of James Avery," says Joy Place, Vice President of Merchandising at Von Maur.
  • Artisanship has always been paramount to James Avery Artisan Jewelry because it expresses the true meaning behind each design.

Fall in Love with New Designs from James Avery

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Monday, August 15, 2022

KERRVILLE, Texas, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the launch of its fall 2022 collection. The new collection offers classic designs customers know and love, including statement silver chains as well as designs inspired by faith, love and nature. New collection additions include 14K gold and sterling silver sunflowers, a new heart drops anklet that pairs perfectly with the necklace and earrings and more.

Key Points: 
  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the launch of its fall 2022 collection.
  • The new collection offers classic designs customers know and love, including statement silver chains as well as designs inspired by faith, love and nature.
  • "We hope these designs remind our customers of their favorite fall activities Friday night lights, exploring their scenic Texas surroundings, stargazing and celebrating the fall holidays with family and friends," says Sarah Herr, Director of Design at James Avery.
  • The clog charm is a new version of an earlier, much-requested classic James Avery charm that was originally released in 2008.