Connect FALL Features Sessions on Shifting Lifestyle Trends and Critical Business Developments The International Housewares Association will hold the Connect Fall Virtual Event October 11-13 and will feature segments on housewares, food, cooking and culture; a preview of the second annual IHA Occasions Report, examining the renewal of key life moment celebrations and how the […]
Read MoreThe ABMA is inviting member companies to enter new products for the ABMA William A. Cordes Innovation Excellence Award for 2023. “The Willie” is given to recognize outstanding innovation in any manufactured product, component or service in the brush industry in any given year. Submitted entries will be showcased during the 2023 ABMA Annual Convention […]
Read MoreWith October as Manufacturing Month, the Manufacturing Institute’s Inaugural Workforce Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio, will be a showcase event held October 18-20, 2022. The Summit will feature professionals from leading companies and thought leaders who are experts on new and innovative practices in workforce development. Ohio Manufacturers’ Association President Ryan Augsburger will be a plenary […]
Read MoreThe American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) and the European Brushware Federation (FEIBP) are working together to create a joint association-owned and coordinated exhibition trade show for the international brush community. Key leaders in the industry agree that an international show is vital to the integrity and growth of the industry and serves to benefit the […]
Read MoreHead of Hospeco Brands Group parent company has long history with association Tom Friedl, the president and CEO of the Tranzonic Companies, parent company to Hospeco Brands Group, has been named executive officer on the board of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association. Hospeco is a charter member of ISSA and Friedl previously served on […]
Read More62nd FEIBP Congress Program September 21-23, 2022 | Prague, Czech Republic Wednesday | September 21 Grandior Hotel Prague ALL ATTENDEES 16.30 – 18.30 h Registration desk, BOARD opposite reception 17.00 – 18.30 h Board meeting, room “Idea” DELEGATES & PARTNERS 19.00 – 22.00 h Welcome evening – buffet and drinks (Dress code: casual), Restaurant
Read MoreThe ABMA Educational Institute’s Webinar Series is scheduled to resume next month with Tools for Leaders to Maximize Human Capacity and Impact Retention to be held on Thursday, October 20, 2022. Overall, the webinar series is designed to provide timely and important industry education to the ABMA membership. The Educational Institute conducted a survey to […]
Read MoreThree new directors have been elected to the board of directors of the International Housewares Association (IHA), the full-service trade association for the housewares industry. They are: Scott Felsenthal, CEO, Whitmor, Inc.; Sal Gabbay, CEO, Gibson Homewares; and Michael Hayes, chief customer officer, Newell Brands. Their three-year terms begin October 1, 2022, and end September […]
Read MoreBy Conor M. Todd The FEIBP is excited to gather again in person for the first time in three years. Over two days in September, the brushware industry will descend on Prague for the 62nd FEIBP Congress to take in various speaking events, working groups and organized social activities. The event highlights include special guests […]
Read MorePerlon® will be represented by two experts at the Global Fiber Congress in Dornbirn from September 14-16, 2022. Topics for the event include Fiber Innovations and Sustainability, Circular Economy and Recycling which will also be covered by our speakers. The conference is expected to offer a lively exchange between international experts from academic research and […]
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