ABMA Educational Institute 2023 Webinar Series #2: “Be an All-Win, Good Jobs Company”

The ABMA Educational Institute is set to present the second of three webinars from Bruce Merrifield on Thursday, October 26th, 2023, at 1:00 pm Eastern Time (ET). This month’s session is “Be an All-Win, Good Jobs Company,” and will be centered on the “Good Jobs Strategy.” This system-thinking solution was pioneered by FedEx at its outset in 1973 with its “people, service, profits”(PSP) strategy. From its founding in 1983, Costco adopted this same – pay the most; to get the best; to retain and cross-train; and to achieve operational-excellence and flexibility.

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Boucherie at 28th Fakuma Trade Fair: October 17-21

Boucherie, a leading innovator in brush machine manufacturing, cordially invites industry professionals to visit their booth at the upcoming Fakuma trade fair, scheduled to take place in Friedrichshafen, Germany, from October 17 to 21, 2023. Fakuma has solidified its reputation as a premier event in the field of industrial plastics processing in Europe, attracting over 1500 exhibitors for its 28th edition.

At this prestigious event, Boucherie will proudly showcase its latest advancements in injection mold technology, alongside a diverse array of applications harnessing this groundbreaking technology. Boucherie will be exhibiting at Booth # 5125, located in Hall A5. The Boucherie team is eager to provide visitors with insights into their innovative solutions and engage in meaningful discussions.

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William C. McHenry Elected to IHA Board Of Directors

William C. McHenry, president and CEO of Widgeteer, Inc., has been elected to the board of directors of the International Housewares Association (IHA), the full-service trade association for the housewares industry. His three-year term begins October 1, 2023 and ends Sept. 30, 2026.

Also elected were new board officers:

  • Chairman – Neal Asbury, president & CEO, The Legacy Companies
  • Vice Chairman/Chairman Elect – Paul Cosaro, CEO, Picnic Time Family of Brands
  • Treasurer – Michael Otterman, president & CEO, Lodge Cast Iron

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Bed Bath & Beyond/Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson at Chief Housewares Executive SuperSession (CHESS)

Bed Bath & Beyond/Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson will meet with a conference of housewares executives for the first time since relaunching the homegoods retailer in August when he appears during the keynote session at the International Housewares Association’s 2023 Chief Housewares Executive SuperSession (CHESS) Oct. 3 & 4 in Rosemont, Ill.

Overstock acquired the Bed Bath & Beyond brand after BBB filed for bankruptcy earlier this year and rebranded under the Bed Bath & Beyond name in August. In this special “fireside chat” presentation, Johnson will outline the relaunch of Bed Bath & Beyond and his plans for expansion in home and housewares. Attendees will be able to direct questions to Johnson about the new Bed Bath & Beyond and the company’s expanding home-centric transformation. HomePage News Editor-in-Chief and CHESS facilitator Peter Giannetti will moderate the discussion with Johnson.

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2023 IBC Global Forum Offers Educational Sessions on International Sales Issues

Veteran housewares executives looking to grow their global sales and suppliers new to the international arena will benefit alike from the 2023 IBC Global Forum, Oct. 3-4 in Rosemont, Illinois. The annual meeting of the International Business Council provides a platform for attendees to learn from key retailers, key distributors and industry-savvy specialists discussing relevant export topics and providing education on market entry, global product development and marketing strategies.

Overviews by key housewares buyers and distributors covering Canada, China, Eastern Africa, India, Ireland, LATAM, Spain & Portugal, and the United Kingdom along with sessions on opportunities in key markets around the world fill the agenda of the two-day meeting.  

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Perlon at Cinte Techtextil China 2023

Perlon® will participate in the CINTE exhibition September 19-21, 2023, in Shanghai, China. CINTE Techtextil China is the leading trade fair for technical textile and nonwoven products in Asia. Due to the rapid growth of the Chinese market, the demand for technical textiles is enormous. As a subsidiary fair of Techtextil in Frankfurt, the fair covers a wide range of areas of application. In addition to existing products, Perlon® will also be presenting cutting-edge innovations.

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FEIBP 63rd Congress Preview: Guide to Belfast

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Aerial view of Belfast in autumn. Credit: istockphoto/Alexey_Fedoren.

By Gwyneth Bowen

Fáilte! Welcome to Belfast host city of the 63rd annual FEIBP Congress. The event will be held September 20-22, with a program that features two days of sessions plus plenty of outstanding opportunities to take in Belfast attractions before, during and after the Congress.

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Boucherie at CIBRUSH 2023

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Boucherie, a leader in advanced toothbrush and brush manufacturing technology, will exhibit at the highly anticipated China International Brush Making Industry Exhibition (CIBRUSH). Held in Shenzhen World, China, CIBRUSH has established itself as a premier gathering for professionals, enthusiasts and trailblazers within the brush industry. Recognized for its role in catalyzing innovation, fostering collaboration, and propelling growth, CIBRUSH consistently attracts global attention. In 2023, the event promises an even more spectacular showcase of cutting-edge technologies and groundbreaking solutions.

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