Merchandising

Dillard’s Introduces Katherine Mason for Kinesis

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Sports, Online Retail, Department Stores, Consumer, Influencer, Other Sports, Fashion, Fitness & Nutrition, Retail, Women, Communications, Health, Collection, Merchandising, Multimedia, Motion, Athleisure, Kinesis, Fashion design

Dillard’s, Inc. (“Dillard’s”) (“the Company”) (NYSE: DDS) is pleased to announce the launch of Katherine Mason for Kinesis, now available in Dillard’s locations across the nation and online at dillards.com .

Key Points: 
  • Dillard’s, Inc. (“Dillard’s”) (“the Company”) (NYSE: DDS) is pleased to announce the launch of Katherine Mason for Kinesis, now available in Dillard’s locations across the nation and online at dillards.com .
  • Designed by fitness and fashion expert and entrepreneur, Katherine Mason, the collaboration offers coordinating athleisure and performance pieces with Kinesis, the Company’s exclusive line of ladies’ active and athleisure wear.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240307764338/en/
    Katherine Mason for Kinesis is available exclusively at Dillard's.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Sharing her inspiration for Katherine Mason for Kinesis, Katherine says, “After 10 years in the fitness and fashion industries, I am so honored to have the opportunity to design a collection with Dillard’s!

Whole Foods Market Accepting Applications for its 2024 Local and Emerging Accelerator Program

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Online Retail, Entrepreneur, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Supermarket, Start-Up, Consumer, Food, Beverage, Small Business, Organic Food, Retail, Foundation, Merchandising, Senior, Emerging, Multimedia, Education, Marketing, Growth, CPG, Hunter-gatherer, Learning, Local, Pulse, Whole Foods Market, Mentorship, Creativity, Coffee, Potential, Austin, Texas, LEAP, Partnership

Whole Foods Market opened the application process for its 2024 Local and Emerging Accelerator Program (LEAP) today, seeking 10 innovative food brands not yet sold in Whole Foods Market stores to join the program’s Early Growth cohort.

Key Points: 
  • Whole Foods Market opened the application process for its 2024 Local and Emerging Accelerator Program (LEAP) today, seeking 10 innovative food brands not yet sold in Whole Foods Market stores to join the program’s Early Growth cohort.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240307265250/en/
    Whole Foods Market opened the application process for its 2024 Local and Emerging Accelerator Program (LEAP) today, seeking 10 innovative food brands not yet sold in Whole Foods Market stores to join the program’s Early Growth cohort.
  • “Whole Foods Market deeply values the connections to local and emerging brands, enriched by the LEAP program,” said Alyssa Vescio, Senior Vice President of Merchandising at Whole Foods Market.
  • On the Verge participants have officially been selected for 2024 after being nominated by Whole Foods Market Merchants and Foragers.

BDA Receives Best Place to Work Recognition by The Sports Business Journal

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Workplace, National Football League, NASCAR, Marketing, NCAA, Culture, Major League Baseball, Behavior, American City Business Journals, Organization, BDA, Merchandising, Family, Heart, Medalist

WOODINVILLE, Wash., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC (BDA), the nation's premier Merchandise Agency™ for iconic brands including Major League Baseball, The National Football League, NASCAR, NCAA, and FIFA has been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Sports in 2023 by the Sports Business Journal. BDA was among the top three companies in its size and category designation, earning Medalist honors.

Key Points: 
  • BDA was among the top three companies in its size and category designation, earning Medalist honors.
  • In its inaugural year, the Sports Business Journal honored the best organizations in sports for their leadership and commitment to employees.
  • "This award reflects our team's countless contributions to developing and creating the most impactful products and tailored solutions for our trusted partners' unique needs.
  • The collective passion shapes our workplace and allows us to set the standards for innovation, quality, and excellence across the sports marketing landscape."

Hard Rock International Unveils "WE ARE" Initiative with Director, Actress and Activist Eva Longoria and Charity Partners for International Women's Month

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Friday, March 1, 2024
Women's History Month, Senior, Woman, Marketing, Wax, ARE, Partnership, Female, Empowerment, Hard Rock Cafe, Food, Life, Health, Coffeehouse, Organization, Merchandising, Women's health, Michelin Guide, Music, WWR, Nightclub

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate International Women's Month, Hard Rock International announced a new "WE ARE" initiative honoring its ongoing commitment to championing women's health and empowerment. Through its "WE ARE" campaign this March, Hard Rock will join forces with Eva Longoria to encourage women around the world to share their personal stories, help uplift women's narratives on critical issues and spotlight nearly 1,000 performances by talented female musicians in special events at its Cafe, Hotel and Casino locations throughout the month. Hard Rock is also releasing a limited-edition t-shirt and exciting food and beverage menu items. Through its charitable arm, Hard Rock Heals Foundation®, the company is raising funds throughout the month to benefit two organizations working to support women and women's health: Global Gift Foundation and Magee-Womens Research Institute.

Key Points: 
  • "We're excited to work with Eva Longoria – a strong women's activist, artist and business owner.
  • "I'm thrilled to partner with Hard Rock and help spotlight all the incredible work the "WE ARE" initiative is doing, particularly in supporting women's health, rights and societal issues," said Eva Longoria.
  • Hard Rock's official International Women's Month "WE ARE" t-shirt is also now available for purchase in select stores and online at Rock Shop .
  • For the full Hard Rock International Women's Month performance schedule, visit www.hardrock.com/women .

Seltzer Kings Podcast Network Launches with High-Profile Shows and State Of The Art Studio Services

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
Merchandising, The Late Show, The, Nickelodeon, City, Growth, The Late Late Show, Consultation, Sport, Three-act structure, Television, HELL, Adventure, Grocery store

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seltzer Kings, the creators of the popular podcast The Bradshaw Boys (a "Sex and the City" Podcast) today announced the official launch of their network and studio in Brooklyn. With roots in Comedy, Nostalgia and TV & Film, the network is expanding to offer a wide array of categories including lifestyle, business, sports, narrative and kids podcasts. There are an estimated 3.2 million podcasts globally with an industry size of $23.75 billion. Seltzer King combines 20+ years of Film and Television industry experience, with 10+ in the podcasting field, to produce twelve podcasts on the network (two with over a million lifetime downloads) from NYC - the podcasting capital of the world.

Key Points: 
  • BROOKLYN, N.Y., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seltzer Kings, the creators of the popular podcast The Bradshaw Boys (a "Sex and the City" Podcast) today announced the official launch of their network and studio in Brooklyn.
  • With roots in Comedy, Nostalgia and TV & Film, the network is expanding to offer a wide array of categories including lifestyle, business, sports, narrative and kids podcasts.
  • In addition, Seltzer Kings is expanding its production wing with specialized services including Consultation, Audio and Video Production/Post-Production, Live Events and Merchandising.
  • Their podcast will be officially joining the network after seeing significant growth since launching in September of 2023.

RETAIL INNOVATION: PARTY CITY INTRODUCES NEW STORE FORMAT, PLANS TO ACCELERATE REMODELS

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
City, Merchandising, Online shopping

Customers have easy accessibility to the depth and breadth of Party City's one-of-a-kind balloon assortment, which has a dedicated service area.

Key Points: 
  • Customers have easy accessibility to the depth and breadth of Party City's one-of-a-kind balloon assortment, which has a dedicated service area.
  • "With this introduction, we have moved away from the traditional aisle experience and have developed two birthday worlds within each store.
  • As a result, Party City plans to introduce the new format in several locations across the country in the first half of this year.
  • Party City shoppers can find their nearest store location at stores.partycity.com .

Briogeo Launches at Cosmo Prof, Deepening Commitment to Stylist Community

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Monday, February 26, 2024
Education, Merchandising, Farewell, Superfood, Partnership, Bottled water

Beginning today, Briogeo will launch in 500 Cosmo Prof locations in key markets nationwide and on CosmoProfBeauty.com .

Key Points: 
  • Beginning today, Briogeo will launch in 500 Cosmo Prof locations in key markets nationwide and on CosmoProfBeauty.com .
  • Founded by CEO Nancy Twine, Briogeo was built on believing everyone deserves confidence from healthy hair.
  • Briogeo's entry into Cosmo Prof marks the brand's continued expansion and support of the professional community nationwide.
  • "We are so excited to deepen our commitment to the stylist community and to expand our presence in salons through this strategic partnership with Cosmo Prof," said Nancy Twine, founder and CEO of Briogeo.

City Furniture Selects Elite Rewards "Sales Vendor of the Year" 2023

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Merchandising, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Organic, Mastercard, National Urban League, COVID, Elite, Humanity, GWP, Partnership

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elite Rewards, a consumer incentive marketing company based in Tampa, Florida received City Furniture's "Sales Vendor of the Year" Award for 2023 presented by CEO Andrew Koenig for its continued partnership and success growing business through its "Test Rest – Get & Give" and Gift with Purchase (GWP) programs.

Key Points: 
  • "Elite Rewards is always looking to evolve what customers desire as a gift, they're innovative and timely.
  • City Furniture also recognized Elite for its success in increasing conversion of in-store traffic into additional sales utilizing Elite's "Test Rest – Get & Give'' mattress program.
  • City Furniture introduced the concept of "Get $25, Give $25", to customers testing mattresses while visiting the store.
  • Those wishing to learn more about Elite Rewards, please visit www.eliterewards.biz , or contact J.B. Siegel, Press contact at [email protected] , tel: 727-543-8100.

James Avery Artisan Jewelry Launches New Spring Collection

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Merchandising, Spring Collection, Marketing, Celebrate, Nature, Hope, Collection, Texas Hill Country, Jewellery, Heart, Beauty

KERRVILLE, Texas, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, is excited to announce the launch of the Spring Collection. A vibrant ode to the season of hope and new beginnings, this new line includes colorful floral charms, intricate flower rings and endearing symbols of faith. The new James Avery designs are a beautiful way to honor the season ahead.

Key Points: 
  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, is excited to announce the launch of the Spring Collection.
  • The new James Avery designs are a beautiful way to honor the season ahead.
  • "At James Avery, the natural beauty around us is a constant source of inspiration," says Lindsey Avery-Tognietti, granddaughter of the founder and Director of Marketing.
  • To find your local James Avery retail store, nearest Von Maur or Dillard's store, or to shop the newest designs online, visit JamesAvery.com .

Gorilla Mind Announces New Retail Partnership with its Nationwide Launch at GNC Stores

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
Energy, Merchandising, GNC, Bottled water

BOISE, Idaho, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --Gorilla Mind, the highly popular fitness and performance supplement company, has partnered with GNC, leaders in health and wellness, to further expand its fast-growing energy drinks by launching several top-selling flavors, as well as a brand-new flavor option, into more than 2,500 GNC stores nationwide.

Key Points: 
  • Gorilla Mind Energy Drinks, available in four unique flavors, will be sold at GNC both as single cans and in 12-count cases.
  • The flavors include:
    "It's exciting to see the popularity of our Gorilla Mind Energy Drinks steadily increase every month since we launched last year, and expanding our distribution with a top-tier partner like GNC is exciting for our brand," said Christopher Deoudes, co-founder of Gorilla Mind.
  • Kevin Maloberti, Vice President of Merchandising at GNC, commented: "Gorilla Mind's unique and differentiated nootropics beverage makes for a great addition to our energy drinks and functional beverage product set.
  • For more information on Gorilla Mind, please visit GorillaMind.com to learn more.