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IHA Inspired Home Event Preps Holiday Housewares
The International Housewares Association held its Inspired Home holiday event in New York yesterday, June 9. The event showcased fresh faces and fresh ideas pacing a changing market with new housewares solutions in food prep, kitchen electrics, food storage and beverageware.
Friday June 10th, 2016 - 1:10PM
Picnic Time Brings Charleston Basket To Market
Picnic Time has introduced the Charleston basket, a picnic basket for four which includes a range of tableware and accessories for a complete picnic experience.
Wednesday June 8th, 2016 - 11:02AM
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Igloo Partners With Onestop To Develop E-Commerce Strategy
Igloo Products Corp. has partnered with e-commerce and omnichannel solutions provider Onestop Internet to develop a comprehensive digital commerce strategy that aims to cultivate a cross-channel brand experience.
Tuesday June 7th, 2016 - 3:44PM
World Kitchen Wins Award For Pyrex Campaign
World Kitchen’s Pyrex 100 Celebration marketing campaign was recently awarded a Gold Golden Trumpet award by the Publicity Club of Chicago.
Tuesday June 7th, 2016 - 12:27PM
Rubbermaid Rolls Out FreshWorks Produce Saver
Rubbermaid has rolled out its FreshWorks Produce Saver food storage, featuring patented technology that is said to keep produce fresher up to 80% longer than traditional produce packaging.
Tuesday June 7th, 2016 - 11:36AM
Housewares Design Awards Set For Winter Las Vegas Market
The Housewares Design Awards, presented by HOMEWORLD BUSINESS® to honor product design excellence and innovation, returns with a new host partner and awards gala venue.
Tuesday June 7th, 2016 - 11:11AM
Spectrum Diversified Designs Enhances Website
Spectrum Diversified Designs, which manufactures storage and organizational solutions, has launched a newly improved website at SpectrumDiversified.com.
Tuesday May 31st, 2016 - 5:03PM
Newell Brands Appoints Chief Of Human Resources
Newell Brands has appointed Fiona Laird as executive vice president and chief human resources and communications officer, effective immediately.
Tuesday May 31st, 2016 - 11:01AM
NY Now Slates More Than 500 New And Returning Exhibitors
NY Now’s summer 2016 edition, to be held August 20 to 24 at the Javits Convention Center, will include more than 500 new and returning exhibitors.
Wednesday May 25th, 2016 - 10:52AM
Totally Bamboo Presents Storage Canisters
Totally Bamboo will offer a new set of ceramic and bamboo storage canisters at the upcoming Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market.
Wednesday May 25th, 2016 - 10:33AM
Groupe SEB Acquires WMF, Emsa
Groupe SEB has acquired WMF, a German cookware and coffeemaker manufacturer, from private equity firm KKR for $1.14 billion. In addition, Groupe SEB said it signed an agreement to acquire the Emsa kitchenware company.
Tuesday May 24th, 2016 - 11:09AM
Trudeau Launches New Website
Trudeau has launched a new website. The site, now located at Trudeau.com, has created an “elevated experience,” for consumers, according to the company.
Monday May 23rd, 2016 - 9:55AM
Luigi Bormioli Debuts Canning Jar Collection
Luigi Bormioli has debuted Lock Eat, a line of canning and preserving jars, which also can be used as storage and serveware.
Friday May 20th, 2016 - 5:22PM
Swiffer, Mr. Clean Team With 'Property Brother' Jonathan Scott
Procter & Gamble’s Swiffer and Mr. Clean brands have partnered with Jonathan Scott, home design expert and one of the stars of HGTV's “Property Brothers." Scott partnered with the brands to share with movers his advice on how to maintain a clean slate when moving into a new home, the company said.
Thursday May 19th, 2016 - 9:07AM
D&H Reports Growth In Key Housewares Categories
D&H Distributing has reported that its home environment category has expanded by 21% in sales, after increased focus in the area.
Monday May 16th, 2016 - 3:25PM
Newell Brands Moving HQ To New Jersey
Newell Brands is on the move. The company will move its global headquarters from Atlanta to Hoboken, NJ.
Monday May 16th, 2016 - 2:06PM
The Container Store Readies CEO Succession Plan
Melissa Reiff, current president and COO of The Container Store, is slated to replace Kip Tindell as chief executive officer as the company readies a succession plan.
Monday May 9th, 2016 - 12:12PM
Enhanced Consumer Experience Primes Amazon For Housewares Growth
“We are always innovating on behalf of the customer,” Shelley Salomon, vp/home, Amazon.com, told HOMEWORLD BUSINESS® in a recent interview. That unrelenting, dedicated drive for innovation has primed Amazon, HomeWorld’s Retailer of the Year for 2016, for housewares growth as the customer-centric e-commerce giant continues to dominate the digital retailing landscape.
Monday May 9th, 2016 - 11:04AM
Igloo Names Winters SVP/Human Resources
Igloo Products Corp. has appointed Dr. Jeanette Winters as svp/human resources and chief human resources officer.
Friday May 6th, 2016 - 4:26PM
Honey-Can-Do Highlights New Storage Totes
Honey-Can-Do International is debuting colorful totes, expanding kitchen organization options, and showcasing home décor organizational styles at the National Hardware Show.
Wednesday May 4th, 2016 - 4:59PM
National Hardware Show To Host Homewares Awards
HOMEWORLD BUSINESS® and the Homewares Show division of the National Hardware Show are teaming up to present the ninth annual Homewares Awards competition at this year’s show, May 4-6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Tuesday May 3rd, 2016 - 9:50AM
Newell Brands Q1 Sales Up 4%
First quarter sales at Newell Brands were up 4% as the company reported growth in all five product segments. The figures reflect the company’s performance prior to its acquisition of Jarden Corp.
Monday May 2nd, 2016 - 10:27AM
Oxo Brings Glass Bakeware To Market
Oxo has launched a line of glass bakeware this spring.
Tuesday April 26th, 2016 - 10:54AM
The Container Store Posts Sales Gain In Q4, Fiscal Year
The Container Store has posted its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2015 ended February 27, 2016, reporting sales gains in line with its outlook as the company looks for ways to cut costs.
Tuesday April 26th, 2016 - 9:47AM
Nambé To Relocate Headquarters
Nambé has purchased a historic adobe office building in the heart of downtown Santa Fe, NM, which will house the company's retail, finance, customer service and administrative teams.
Monday April 18th, 2016 - 10:57AM
Picnic Time Expands Outdoor Entertaining Line
Picnic Time continues to expand its outdoor entertaining collection with a new country basket and festival blanket.
Monday April 18th, 2016 - 8:00AM
Newell Completes Acquisition Of Jarden
Newell Rubbermaid’s acquisition of Jarden Corporation is now complete, and the company going forward will be known as Newell Brands.
Friday April 15th, 2016 - 11:33AM
Consumers seem to be in a spring house cleaning mood, according to Nielsen’s new global home care survey, which examined home cleaning product preferences and purchasing habits.
Thursday April 14th, 2016 - 9:45AM
Honey-Can-Do International recently debuted three new organization lines, all intended to appeal to higher end, design oriented retailers, CEO Steve Greenspon told HOMEWORLD BUSINESS®.
Thursday April 7th, 2016 - 11:18AM
Kuhn Rikon Offers Stay Clean Scrubber
Kuhn Rikon is offering its Stay Clean Scrubber, which features silicone bristles designed to clean dishes, countertops and other surfaces without giving off sponge odors, the company said.
Monday April 4th, 2016 - 11:30AM
The Container Store Shifts Fiscal Year Dates
The Container Store is changing the dates of its fiscal year in an effort to better reflect sales from the fourth quarter and its annual elfa brand storage and shelving system sale that historically has run from Christmas Eve through February.
Thursday March 31st, 2016 - 9:35AM
The Container Store, Goodwill Team On Decluttering Initiative
The Container Store is teaming up with Goodwill in a promotion dubbed "Kiss Clutter Goodbye" that runs through May 15. The campaign includes two item donation weekend events at The Container Store’s 79 locations nationwide, as well as a monetary donation initiative in partnership with Goodwill through the end of the campaign.
Wednesday March 30th, 2016 - 12:56PM
Jokari Adds To Sales And Operations Team
Jokari U.S. has added two new executives to it sales and operations team. Jerry Magner, a 30-year industry veteran, has joined the company as vp/sales and Kent Saller has joined as vp/sales and operations.
Tuesday March 29th, 2016 - 2:59PM
World Kitchen Develops New Website
World Kitchen has refreshed its website and added several new features to make browsing easier for consumers.
Friday March 25th, 2016 - 10:24AM
P&G Teams With Jillian Harris To Tout Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
Procter & Gamble’s Mr. Clean brand has partnered with interior designer Jillian Harris to help showcase the uses and benefits of Mr. Clean Magic Eraser household cleaning pads during her spring cleaning.
Thursday March 24th, 2016 - 8:31AM
As it prepares for the completion of its Jarden acquisition, Newell Rubbermaid has appointed Russ Torres to the newly created role of chief transformation officer.
Tuesday March 22nd, 2016 - 11:27AM
Helen Of Troy Completes Hydro Flask Acquisition
Expanding its housewares portfolio, Helen of Troy Limited has closed its previously-announced acquisition of Steel Technology, LLC., which does business under the brand name Hydro Flask, for approximately $210 million in cash.
Monday March 21st, 2016 - 9:36AM
Housewares Charity Foundation Raises Record $2.6M At Annual Gala
The housewares industry raised a record $2.6 million during the Housewares Charity Foundation’s (HCF) 19th annual gala on March 7.
Wednesday March 16th, 2016 - 12:27PM
Endeavour Capital Invests In Pacific Market International
Endeavour Capital has invested in Pacific Market International LLC. Proceeds from the investment were used in part to fund PMI’s recent acquisition of Formation Brands.
Wednesday March 16th, 2016 - 11:04AM
Lifecycle Marketing Evolves Registries Beyond Bridal
Housewares vendors and retailers are expanding their brand presence with registry services. Registries are also creating housewares opportunities beyond bridal, as retailers and vendors position registries for other lifestyle, and lifecycle, milestones to build lasting relationships with customers.
Wednesday March 16th, 2016 - 10:48AM
Kohl's Relaunches Sonoma Goods For Life Brand
Kohl’s has officially relaunched its Sonoma Goods For Life private label across all product categories including womens, mens and kids apparel, accessories, footwear, home décor, bedding, bath, furniture and beauty. Designed to offer a casual and easy lifestyle experience, the brand has been updated to better serve today’s families, the company said.
Monday March 14th, 2016 - 12:25PM
Lifetime Brands Posts Slightly Lower Sales, Higher Income In Q4
Lifetime Brands has reported slightly lower consolidated net sales and an increase in net income for its fourth quarter ended December 31, 2015.
Monday March 14th, 2016 - 8:01AM
‘Today Show’ Features New Kitchen Gadgets From IH+HS
Lifestyle expert Sissy Biggers appeared on a segment on the “Today Show” with Kathie Lee and Hoda on March 10. On the show, she demonstrated several new kitchen tools she spotted at the recent International Home + Housewares Show.
Friday March 11th, 2016 - 12:03PM
The Container Store To Launch Stasher Silicone Food Bags
Stasher, a silicone alternative to plastic storage bags and containers, is rolling out its bags at The Container Store in July 2016.
Friday March 11th, 2016 - 10:48AM
13 Trends Seen At The 2016 Home + Housewares Show
From small space living, to healthy living and the growth of the home bar experience, housewares suppliers throughout the 2016 International Home + Housewares Show once again showed a host of new items designed to meet the needs of today’s consumers.
Wednesday March 9th, 2016 - 12:27PM
Design Ideas Promotes Stylish Home Office Organization
Design Ideas is helping consumers dress up their home office space with the Savoy collection.
Tuesday March 8th, 2016 - 8:05AM
Igloo Brings Daytripper Cooler Bags To Chicago
Igloo Products Corp. is launching the Daytripper Collection at the International Home + Housewares Show. Each insulated, multi-function cooler bag comes equipped with activity-tailored pack-in sets.
Tuesday March 8th, 2016 - 7:50AM
Oxo Adds Floor Care & Cleaning Tools Assortment
Oxo has launched a range of new floor care and cleaning tools at the International Home + Housewares Show.
Monday March 7th, 2016 - 7:06AM
Built Expands Into Barware
Lifetime Brands has expanded its Built brand into barware tools and is debuting the two new lines, Curve and Arch, at the International Home + Housewares Show.
Monday March 7th, 2016 - 6:45AM
Oxo Launches Borosilicate Glass Food Storage, Bakeware
Oxo is making a statement with borosilicate glass at this year’s International Home + Housewares Show.
Sunday March 6th, 2016 - 8:25AM
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