Podcasts about housewares

Daren Thomas Magee - Real Fun, Wow! - is an illustrator, muralist, and designer based in Ojai California, who has used social media as a creative tool to grow a following (370,000 on instagram currently) and launch a company built on his artwork - selling prints, apparel and housewares of all kinds, and has grown to include multiple employees and collaborations with companies as far reaching as tiles, towels, and candles. We talk with Daren about tuning your instrument to the beauty of life around you, sacrifices you make to live in an inspiring place, play within a system not designed for play, creative inspiration in creating performative social media, and a whole lot more.Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:Darren Thomas MageeReal fun, wow!Keith Richards“1000 True Fans” essayBeyonceClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

On today's show, we're chatting with Virginia Chamlee, a longtime journalist and staff writer for People magazine who has a lifelong passion for collecting vintage.  Nearly a decade ago, she began selling her finds, quickly become a Super Seller on Chairish and developing a roster of clients from AD 100 interior designers to A-list celebrities. In 2022, her first book, Big Thrift Energy, was released worldwide and since then she has traveled the country sharing her tips on how to shop for vintage furniture, housewares and accessories.  This episode is a lot of fun, and – especially if you love vintage homewares – I think you're really gonna love it –  so let's dive right in!  DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [2:06] Virginia's early love of thrifting and home decor came from her grandmother, who raised her. [10:48] How she started selling vintage furniture and home decor herself. [16:13] The business and logistics of reselling decor online. [21:30] Sharing her vintage shopping tips online, which led to publishing a guide book. [28:05] Maker's marks, and other ways to identify a vintage decor object. [38:41] Shopping estate sales, and finding unexpected pieces like her Goyard trunk. EPISODE MENTIONS:  @vchamlee Virginia's Substack, What's Left Chairish Karl Lagerfeld jewelry Warrington Colescott lithograph, 1966 Look in the glass case! Thrifting in Salt Lake City Avonlea in Jacksonville Claude Home by Maggie Holladay @claudehome LET'S CONNECT: 

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I was recently approached by Mykhailo and Vlad of Terra Mora on Instagram and was just so impressed with what they're offering that I wanted to feature them on the podcast and learn more about them. These two are both 21 yearrs old, and in the beginning of the current Russia/Ukraine war, lost their homes and just about everything, but they've built themselves back up, and are dedicated to building a sustainable world for the next generation (Mykhailo has a 1 year old son and spouse, so very motivated). Their business is Terra Mora - wooden table ware and serving dishes, etc, and it's all so beautiful!Mykhailo and Vlad will be shipping their items through a distributer in Washington DC, where they'll be shipping orders. I'll include a few pictures on Instagram, but check out their Instagram page and be very impressed!Listen to our whole conversation here --Their website where you can find the most beautiful wooden home goods: https://terra-mora.vercel.appInstagram link is here: https://www.instagram.com/terra_mora_2024 Facebook link is here: https://www.facebook.com/terramora2024They're on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@terra_mora_2024And on X here: https://x.com/terra_mora_2024You can send me messages(this is new!)!Support the showPlease follow Grounded In Maine podcast on Instagram here , or on Facebook hereYouTube channel link is here You can DM me there or email me at amysgardenjam@gmail.com Website for Amy's Garden Jam is www.amysgardenjam.com (podcast has its own tab on this site!)How Do I Get There From Here by Jane Bolduc - listen to more at www.janebolduc.comPodcast cover by Becca Kofron- follow here on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/cute_but_loud/ and/or check out her awesome art projects here: https://www.cutebutloud.com/ Grounded in Maine Podcast is hosted by Buzzsprout, the easiest podcast hosting platform with the best customer service. Learn more at www.buzzsprout.com You can support this podcast one time (or many) with the Buy me a coffee/Hot Chocolate link here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/groundedinmaine Grounded in Maine Podcast is sponsored by ESG Review. Learn more about the good they're doing at https://...

Get ready for an inspiring conversation with Bela Gandhi, the powerhouse behind Smart Dating Academy. She's like the personal trainer you never knew you needed—for your love life! In this episode, Bela unveils her secrets to making the journey to love feel like a guided workout. Learn how she helps individuals fine-tune their dating skills, from crafting the perfect online profile to mastering the art of communication. Explore the Dream Guy/Girl List strategy that Bela uses to help people clarify their relationship goals. Discover how this personalized approach sets the stage for intentional and fulfilling connections. Tune in for heartwarming success stories, where Bela's coaching has played a pivotal role in bringing people together. Find out why mindset matters and how ongoing support can make all the difference in the quest for lasting love. Whether you're starting your dating journey or looking to level up your relationship game, Bela Gandhi is here to be your personal trainer for love with a track record of ZERO DIVORCES! Bela Gandhi is a dating/relationship expert, founder of Smart Dating Academy and has been featured on most national/local media outlets including Good Morning America, Steve Harvey, the Today Show, Kelly Clarkson, Access, ABC, NBC, Fox, and more. After she graduated (with dual degrees in Finance and German from the University of Illinois in Urbana/Champaign), Gandhi worked in mergers and acquisitions for Arthur Andersen in Chicago for a year before joining her family's chemicals manufacturing company (CCC), where she divided her time between Chicago and Europe helping to expand the business. When the Gandhi family sold its business to Fortune 500 company Akzo Nobel, she was asked to remain its leader and became Akzo Nobel Non-Stick Coating's Global Vice President of Housewares. But even as she quickly climbed the corporate ladder, Gandhi had a feeling that her career would one day be taking a sharp turn in a different direction – because she discovered her love of matchmaking and providing dating advice. She launched her Smart Dating Academy in 2009. Smart Dating Academy has quickly become one of the nation's top date coaching firms - and teaches busy, successful professionals to jump-start their dating lives successfully. Smart Dating Academy is described by its clients as “like going to Harvard Business School but for dating and relationships.” SDA's coaches become personal trainers for their clients' love lives – helping them to navigate the ever-changing world of online & in-person dating. The SDA coaching program is results-oriented and fun - which helps you to clarify who is right for you, stop old dating patterns, and use technology the RIGHT way. Clients become positive and enthusiastic about dating/relationships again and find love! Bela attends more weddings than she can count and she “loves love”. ? Join us for an episode that's all about empowering you to create your own love story.

Get ready for an inspiring conversation with Bela Gandhi, the powerhouse behind Smart Dating Academy. She's like the personal trainer you never knew you needed—for your love life! In this episode, Bela unveils her secrets to making the journey to love feel like a guided workout. Learn how she helps individuals fine-tune their dating skills, from crafting the perfect online profile to mastering the art of communication. Explore the Dream Guy/Girl List strategy that Bela uses to help people clarify their relationship goals. Discover how this personalized approach sets the stage for intentional and fulfilling connections. Tune in for heartwarming success stories, where Bela's coaching has played a pivotal role in bringing people together. Find out why mindset matters and how ongoing support can make all the difference in the quest for lasting love. Whether you're starting your dating journey or looking to level up your relationship game, Bela Gandhi is here to be your personal trainer for love with a track record of ZERO DIVORCES! Bela Gandhi is a dating/relationship expert, founder of Smart Dating Academy and has been featured on most national/local media outlets including Good Morning America, Steve Harvey, the Today Show, Kelly Clarkson, Access, ABC, NBC, Fox, and more. After she graduated (with dual degrees in Finance and German from the University of Illinois in Urbana/Champaign), Gandhi worked in mergers and acquisitions for Arthur Andersen in Chicago for a year before joining her family's chemicals manufacturing company (CCC), where she divided her time between Chicago and Europe helping to expand the business. When the Gandhi family sold its business to Fortune 500 company Akzo Nobel, she was asked to remain its leader and became Akzo Nobel Non-Stick Coating's Global Vice President of Housewares. But even as she quickly climbed the corporate ladder, Gandhi had a feeling that her career would one day be taking a sharp turn in a different direction – because she discovered her love of matchmaking and providing dating advice. She launched her Smart Dating Academy in 2009. Smart Dating Academy has quickly become one of the nation's top date coaching firms - and teaches busy, successful professionals to jump-start their dating lives successfully. Smart Dating Academy is described by its clients as “like going to Harvard Business School but for dating and relationships.” SDA's coaches become personal trainers for their clients' love lives – helping them to navigate the ever-changing world of online & in-person dating. The SDA coaching program is results-oriented and fun - which helps you to clarify who is right for you, stop old dating patterns, and use technology the RIGHT way. Clients become positive and enthusiastic about dating/relationships again and find love! Bela attends more weddings than she can count and she “loves love”. ? Join us for an episode that's all about empowering you to create your own love story.

This is Mary Berg's moment. If you haven't noticed, Mary is everywhere these days. She's already been on our radar as the winner of MasterChef Canada, the host of two cooking shows, the author of three cookbooks and now … the host of The Good Stuff with Mary Berg, a new national daytime talk and lifestyle series replacing the irreplaceable Marilyn Denis on CTV's fall schedule. Despite her pretty damn adorable appearance, Mary is no lightweight: she learned to cook as the result of a family tragedy. She has degrees in history, English and information science. She worked as an insurance broker, then quit to compete in MasterChef - without any formal culinary training. Sure, Mary makes it easy, but we know better. We talk recipes and entertaining tips, but also how exciting - and daunting - it is to be on the precipice of being the next big thing. This episode is in partnership with Kitchen Stuff Plus. It's Back to School time again, and you can find everything you need for yourself and your family at KSP's back to school event. Lunchbags, water bottles, all important FOOD STORAGE (Mo's obsession). Back to School made easy, with 24 stores across the GTA. Or shop online at https://www.kitchenstuffplus.com Kitchen Stuff Plus | Houseware & Home Decor Retailer Kitchen Stuff Plus includes Housewares, Kitchen Gadgets, Bakeware, Cookware, Storage, Knife Block Sets and more available for sale at the best discount price. (4 kB) A transcription of the episode is available here. You can also watch the episode here through our YouTube Channel. We love writing and would love for you to read what we write. Sign Up for our Substack Newsletter. If you would like to support the show, we do have partner opportunities available. Please email Wendy and Maureen at womenofir@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yetunde Rodriguez is a Nigerian-American Printmaker, Abstract, and Multi-media Artist. Her work celebrates her love of color, pattern, texture and detail. These aspects of Yetunde's work pay homage to her Nigerian culture and heritage, while being firmly planted in the privilege of her American life. Yetunde is constantly motivated by the thought of ‘what if.' She does not limit herself to any particular media, methods, or set of materials. Yetunde believes all can coexist to create beautifully. She is a pattern and color enthusiast. Yetunde delights in finding connections in the unexpected, in between spaces, and believes that her work should inspire joy. Yetunde is based in Dayton, Ohio. You can find Yetunde on Instagram @yaytoonday.

Mike Otterman, the CEO of Lodge Cast Iron and host Fran Groesbeck discussed the history of Lodge Cast Iron and their contributions to the industry, such as adding seasoning to cast iron cookware. Since 2019, Mike Otterman has served as CEO & President of Lodge Cast Iron. Mike has over 25 years of experience in the Housewares and Outdoor industries. Together with a strong leadership team and the support of Lodge shareholders and employees, he has helped continue the company's proud legacy, culture, and category leadership. Otterman spoke about Lodge's commitment to their employees and the community, including the National Cornbread Festival and the Lodge Museum of Cast Iron. As a board member of the CBA, Otterman highlighted the benefits of membership, including networking and the opportunity to push forward engineering standards. The podcast episode also touched on the CBA's update of their strategic plan and the importance of honoring tradition while also moving forward. Lodge Cast Iron has been making heirloom-quality cookware and accessories since 1896. They operate two foundries and a distribution center in South Pittsburg, Tennessee, their home since the very beginning. Backed by over 125 years of experience, each piece of Lodge cookware is crafted for durability and versatility. Today, you can find Lodge products in leading retailers around the world or directly through their website and four retail locations. The episode also touched on the CBA's update of their strategic plan and the importance of honoring tradition while also moving forward. Connect with Lodge Cast Iron: Website: https://www.lodgecastiron.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lodgecastiron/ Sign up for Lodge Cast Iron's latest updates: https://www.lodgecastiron.com/email-signups

For 25 years the Housewares Charity Foundation has been helping people across America and working with some of the most incredible foundations in the country. Barbara Westfield shares her experience as a board member of the foundation and their upcoming gala event fundraiser. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/flavio-romeo/message

Today I have my great friend Ed and he's here to tell us all about collecting silver!  Whether you collect coins or rings, this episode is for you!Connect with me RetroChalet.etsy.comFind me on TikTokSponsored by:  VikingsinMaine

Our guest today acquired a business, grew it from $90,000 in sales to $2 million, and created a category selling luxury flasks in the process.We're joined by CEO of Jacob Bromwell, Sean Bandawat the world's leading designer and manufacturer of luxury flasks and kitchenware, established in 1819.GUEST BIO: Sean Bandawat is a second generation entrepreneur and real estate investor. Mr. Bandawat embarked on his business career by acquiring Jacob Bromwell®, an iconic home goods company nationally recognized as the oldest housewares manufacturer in the United States, founded in 1819. The revival of the Jacob Bromwell® brand began in college when he developed a business plan that set out to completely transform and revitalize the troubled company which was once a household name. His bold turnaround plan proved successful, and in 2020 Jacob Bromwell® was recognized by Shopify as being in the top 1% of its highest growth e-commerce retail stores. Additionally, since his acquisition, Jacob Bromwell® has received global media attention in nearly every major news publication, including Inc., The Wall Street Journal, GQ, Martha Stewart Living, Esquire, People, and more.Show Linksjacobbromwell.com - Use code KURTSponsorsFree 30-day trial of Zipify OCU - To get an unadvertised gift, email help@zipify.com and ask for the "Tech Nasty Bonus".Venntov, makers of SEO Manager, Order Lookup, and ClockedInRetention.com: Reclaim 5-10x Abandonment RevenueLoop Returns: Ecommerce Returns Management for ShopifyNever miss an episodeSubscribe wherever you get your podcastsJoin Kurt's newsletterHelp the showAsk a question in The Unofficial Shopify Podcast Facebook GroupLeave a reviewSubscribe wherever you get your podcastsWhat's Kurt up to?See our recent work at EthercycleSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelApply to work with Kurt to grow your store.

I got to spend a lunch break with Jaslin Goicoechea, the owner of Ouch.Plants, plants that hurt. They are always planted in repurposed housewares. I spoke to Jaslin about how she got started with plants and how she got into selling them. We discussed where she finds her housewares for the plants as well as talked about all the markets she does and how she started She.Sells.Orlando- a market comprising of female creatives. I also got some great tips on keeping my Ouch Plants alive! Lunch with Biggie is a podcast about small business and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- Deli Fresh Threads. Please feel free to leave us a message/comment/questions: https://anchor.fm/lunchwithbiggie/message Ouch.Plants Social: Ouch.Plants IG: https://www.instagram.com/ouch.plants Ouch.Plants Facebook: www.facebook.com/ouchplants She.Sells.Orlando IG: https://www.instagram.com/she.sells.orlando/ Biggie's Social: Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/ Podcast's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie/ Podcast's Facebook Group- https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie Podcast's twitter- https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lunchwithbiggie/message

On this episode we link up with veteran communications and PR  guru Dara Busch, Co-CEO of 5WPR -- an award-winning top PR firm that specializes in consumer practice spanning the industries of: Travel & Entertainment, Apparel & Accessories, Non-Profits, Home & Housewares, Health & Wellness, Mom & Baby, Beauty & Grooming, and Consumer Packaged Goods.  Dara dishes on what's trending in the world of PR and just how small business owners and entrepreneurs can take advantage of these trends in order to enhance their brands or messaging. Grab your pen, paper or notepad, this is one episode you don't want to miss!Be sure to follow 5WPR on social @5WPR or link up with Dara on Linkedin here.Follow PR Yourself on Instagram @PRYourselfPodcast.Be sure to get your podcast going and take advantage of our offer with Kitcaster by heading to: kitcaster.com/pryourself.Support the show

Our special guest this week is Lee Bird, CEO of AtHome, the Home Decor Superstore that has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years growing to nearly 250 stores in 40 states. Lee brings a wealth of experience to his current role, having held leadership positions at a few brands you might have heard of, including Nike, Gap, Old Navy, and Ford. We dig deep into AtHome's incredible transformation from Garden Ridge, a struggling regional chain, to a re-branded national powerhouse. Lee takes us through the testing and customer insight that drove the new vision and re-concepting, while detailing the foundational elements that have provided critical to their success. We also explore the lessons learned from the pandemic and how AtHome is navigating current challenges with the supply chain, inflation and labor shortages.But first we kick-off our jam-packed episode with some personal news, celebrating Steve's book being selected as a Kindle Monthly Deal. For a limited time only you can buy the ebook version of Remarkable Retail: How to Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption for just $1.99 in both the United States and Canada. We also congratulate Michael on his Voice of Retail podcast reaching the 300 episode mark.Then we briefly recap Steve's whirlwind tour of new store concepts in the DC area, including Bloomie's (Bloomingdale's new small store format), Amazon Fresh and the first Whole Foods Store featuring Amazon's "Just Walk Out" technology.We move on to dissect the hot retail news of the week, including Amazon's very disappointing earnings, "the death of irony"--also know as Meta's new physical store designed to sell the Metaverse--before pondering whether the merging of a slightly better than average retailer (Kohl's) with a struggling one (JC Penney) makes any sense whatsoever.  About UsSteve Dennis is an advisor, keynote speaker and author on strategic growth and business innovation. You can learn more about Steve on his       website.    The expanded and revised edition of his bestselling book  Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption is now available at  Amazon or just about anywhere else books are sold. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a      Forbes senior contributor and on       Twitter and       LinkedIn. You can also check out his speaker "sizzle" reel      here.Michael LeBlanc  is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice.   He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience, and has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career.  Michael is the producer and host of a network of leading podcasts including Canada's top retail industry podcast,       The Voice of Retail, plus  Global E-Commerce Tech Talks  ,      The Food Professor  with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois and now in its second season, Conversations with CommerceNext!  You can learn more about Michael   here  or on     LinkedIn. Be sure and check out Michael's latest venture for fun and influencer riches - Last Request Barbecue,  his YouTube BBQ cooking channel!

Watch the 9malls review of the Housewares Solutions Collapsible Popcorn Popper Gadget. Does this really make fluffy popcorn at home in less than 3 minutes? Watch the hands on kitchen microwave popcorn popping test to find out. #popcorn #microwave #review #cooking #snacking Find As Seen On TV Products & Gadgets at the 9malls Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/9malls Please support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/9malls Disclaimer: I may also receive compensation if a visitor clicks through to 9malls, or makes a purchase through Amazon or any affiliate link. I test each product on site thoroughly and give high marks to only the best. We are independently owned and the opinions expressed here are our own.

Join Peter Moore for some winter Christmas sun as he discovers the unique ways Antiguans and Barbudans celebrate the festive season.Economist, journalist and business consultant, Petra Williams shares her in-depth knowledge of local customs – and her lovely singing voice – to give us a great overview of the islands' more unusual Christmas traditions.Professor of Steel Pan, Khan Cordice explains why steel pans are the perfect soundtrack to the festive season and the best places to hear them.Celebrity Chef, Andi Oliver shares the tastes, smells and sounds that make Christmas in Antiguan so special to her.Recently knighted Sir David Shoul proudly reveals the story behind Shoul's Toys, Gifts and Houseware iconic Christmas lights.And Andy Liburd gives us the lowdown on the legendary Champagne Christmas Party at Nelson's Dockyard. The New York Times voted it one of the top 5 Christmas parties in the world and it's the place to be seen on the islands on Christmas Day.So put your winter blues behind you and join us to celebrate Christmas in the Caribbean, Antigua and Barbuda style.It's guaranteed to put a smile on your face.Links:The official Antigua and Barbuda tourism authority website: visitantiguabarbuda.comLearn more about Peter at his personal website, petermoore.netFor more information about the Champagne Christmas Party at Nelson's Dockyard visit nationalparksantigua.comIf you're in London and you fancy a taste of Christmas in Antigua, book yourself a table at Andi Oliver's fantastic restaurant, Wadadli Kitchen.And to find out the latest events and offers at Shoul's Toys, Gifts and Housewares, drop by their Facebook page.And, finally, to real get yourself in the mood for an Antiguan and Barbudan Christmas, have a listen to this wonderful festive playlist, created and curated by Petra Williams.

Everyone is talking about the holiday season. Well, this week we are talking about peak dating season - which is coming up in ten days. Bela Gandhi re-joins me on the podcast to talk about what peak dating season means and how to maximize it. Plus, if you're feeling resistant or somewhat cynical about dating, like me, Bela shares some advice to help you (and me) work through those feelings.  Bela Gandhi is a dating/relationship expert, founder of Smart Dating Academy, TEDx speaker, and a media personality who has been featured on most national/local media outlets including Good Morning America, Steve Harvey, the Today Show, Kelly Clarkson, Access, ABC, NBC, Fox, and more. Bela is often referred to as the Fairy Godmother of Dating. And she is! Every time I talk to Bela, I feel confident and am re-energized about dating.  Join us for a fun and insightful conversation! Show Highlights Cynicism about dating and what “dateable” means to you. (6:47) What we think of and focus on will grow - if you think everyone is going to be awful, you will be drawn towards the partners who fulfill those prophecies. (9:10) How to maximize peak dating season. (10:29) Dating app communication: Bela shares when it's appropriate to drop the conversation! (15:53) You want to be with someone who likes you just a little bit more than you like them. (18:09) Why video dating can save you a lot of disappointment and a lot of time. (19:01) Some advice about using dating apps and online dating sites. Quick tip: “Pick one app and get started!” (21:28) Dating profile pictures do's and don'ts. (29:35) There is no substitute for time in the dating process. (43:44) Learn More About Bela: Bela Gandhi is a dating/relationship expert, founder of Smart Dating Academy, TEDx speaker, and a media personality who has been featured on most national/local media outlets including Good Morning America, Steve Harvey, the Today Show, Kelly Clarkson, Access, ABC, NBC, Fox, and more.  After she graduated (with dual degrees in Finance and German from the University of Illinois in Urbana/Champaign), Gandhi worked in mergers and acquisitions for Arthur Andersen in Chicago for a year before joining her family's chemicals manufacturing company (CCC), where she divided her time between Chicago and Europe helping to expand the business. When the Gandhi family sold its business to Fortune 500 company Akzo Nobel, she was asked to remain its leader, and became Akzo Nobel Non-Stick Coating's Global Vice President of Housewares. But even as she quickly climbed the corporate ladder, Gandhi had a feeling that her career would one day be taking a sharp turn in a different direction – because she discovered her love of matchmaking and providing dating advice.  She launched her Smart Dating Academy in 2009. Smart Dating Academy has quickly become one of the nation's top date coaching firms - and teaches busy, successful professionals to jump start their dating lives successfully.  Smart Dating Academy is described by its clients “like going to Harvard Business School, but for dating and relationships.”  SDA's coaches become personal trainers for their clients' love lives – helping them to navigate the ever-changing world of online & in-person dating.  The SDA coaching program is results-oriented and fun - which helps you to clarify who is right for you, stop old dating patterns, and use technology the RIGHT way. Clients become positive and enthusiastic about dating / relationships again and find love!  Bela attends more weddings than she can count, and loves love.  Resources & Links:Links and information may also be found at: https://kateanthony.com/podcast/maximize-peak-dating-season-with-bela-gandhi/ Private Coaching with Kate Anthony Smart Dating Academy Bela on Instagram Bela on Facebook Bela on Twitter TODAY'S EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: SOBERLINK Proof. Protection. Peace of Mind. The Soberlink remote alcohol monitoring system consists of a portable breathalyzer with wireless technology for real-time results. With proven use as the leading choice in child custody cases since 2011, we are the only system that combines: Court-admissibility in all 50 states Facial recognition Tamper detection Easy-to-read Advanced Reporting™ Trust the Experts in Remote Alcohol Monitoring Technology™ to support the best interests of the child in your Family Law cases.

Rachael shares some juicy nuggets of wisdom about collectibles, vintage toys, pottery, housewares, and more. She is all over the map with what she sells and shares some fun stories. Email your comments, feedback and constructive criticism to me at Suzanne@SuzanneAWells.comGet your BOLO Book and eBay Calendar in my eBay Store here. Join my private Facebook group here.Find me on YouTube here.Join my online school for eBay sellers here.Visit my website here.Happy Selling!

20% off Discount Code: CW20BASELADOMegan LinHousewares Product Developerhttps://mychefwave.com/Eladohttps://Instagram.com/chefwavekitchenhttps://facebook.com/mychefwave

Welcome to the Arc of Helluva Halloween! All month, we're taking CCO Nation's spookiest decks, teching them on the cast and handing out little treats for our listeners along the way!Huge thank you to our sponsors, Fusion Gaming Online. They're your source for all of your gaming needs.You can find them here: www.FusionGamingOnline.com. You want 5% off all of your MTG singles? Head over to Fusion Gaming Online and use exclusive promo code: CCOFUSION5 at checkout. Doing so will get you sick value and let everyone at Fusion Gaming know that their relationship with CCOPodcast is a good one.Actual deck for the episode: https://archidekt.com/decks/1888505#Undead_Unleashed_base_Name's_Ash,_Housewares.__Lord_of_TesserhornSubmitters other deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/674434#Name's_Ash,_Housewares.__Lord_of_TesserhornCCO Ryan's deck: https://tappedout.net/mtg-decks/08-06-17-lord-of-tresserhorn/Want your deck featured on Commander Cookout Podcast? Check out the reward tiers at Patreon.com/CCOPodcast. There are a lot of fun and unique benefits to pledging. Like the CCO Discord or getting your deck featured on the show.Ryan's solo podcast, Commander ad Populum:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/commander-ad-populum/id1462182009YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCixbbuMC0kltGwyyKDPXTwwPodomatic: https://cadpopcast.podomatic.com/@CadPopCast on TwitterBrando's new YouTube channel:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TraumaX36@CCOBrando on TwitterYou can listen to CCO Podcast anywhere better podcasts are found as well as on CommanderCookout.com.Now, Hit our Theme Song!Social media:Facebook.com/CCOPodcast@CCOPodcast and @CCOBrando on TwitterPatreon.com/CCOPodcast

Episode 11 - Bees Nees is a company curating boutique vacation homes in Virginia Beach and the Outer Banks. Katie Denton's gifts of hospitality and attention to detail are beautifully captured in the Bees Nees Getaways. Katie shares that her mission is to create spaces where families can come together in a place where everything has been thought of so that lifetime memories can be made during their vacation. Her inspiration for the business comes from her own childhood memories and she hopes to pass them along to all her Bees Nees guests. Visit www.beesnees.com for all the info!

The spousal unit is proud that the Small Cutie is a softball casualty. Throwing up—a regular occurrence at Marci's house. Strategic shopping: housewares and the regular puker. Banksy: how to prove you don't like him. The TSA and Turi's flea market shopping haul. Marci relives her experience being frisked by a prison guard.

ChefWave's Housewares Product Developer, Megan Lin, shares why this is the best product on the market. You literally only need water, roughly 8 nuts (like cashew or almond), decide which of the 6 pre-set milk-making programs you want, hit the switch and voila ... you made delicious plant-based milk at a fraction of the cost you'd pay at the store.20% off Discount Code: MILKMADE20CCMILKMADEMegan LinHousewares Product DeveloperThe Milkmade can also be found at Amazon and most online marketplaces like eBay and Walmarthttps://mychefwave.com/https://Instagram.com/chefwavekitchenhttps://facebook.com/mychefwave

The Cookware Manufacturers Association has the privilege of having incredible people as our members.  In this What’s Cooking with the Cookware Manufacturing Association episode, we are kicking off our Women in Housewares series in celebration of women’s history month. Host Fran Groesbeck has a conversation with Senior Principal Engineer of Amway, Sue Hoff, and the Transitioning Managing Director of the CMA, Penny Rosema to discuss their journey in the cookware industry. They share insights on how they moved up the ranks in the housewares industry and give advice on what they had learned as they achieved their milestones. Do you know the story of Rosalind Franklin? In 1962, three men received the Nobel Prize for their work on DNA. Not so surprisingly, a fourth member of the team went unacknowledged: the woman whose data and photographs led to their discovery. Essentially erased from scientific history, Rosalind Franklin was a focused and bright young scientist who was determined to make her presence known. What about Brownie Wise?  The original girl boss, Brownie Wise capitalized on postwar optimism to build an empire that has made its way into every home in America. Though she did not invent Tupperware, she elevated it from random accessory to a suburban must-have by hosting parties that demonstrated its use. As sales soared, she became the first woman to appear on the cover of Business Week. These stories are examples of the power of women in industry.  In honor of women’s history month, and to kick off this new series, listen in as we shine the light on two incredible women in our industry and our association, Sue Hoff of Amway and Penny Rosema of the CMA.

Sunday, January 3rd, was the start of peak dating season. To talk about how to harness the power of dating,  my dear friend Bela Gandhi returns to the show. Bela is my go-to for all things dating advice and coaching. In fact, she gets the Divorce Survival Guide seal approval! There is no better time in your life to start thinking about dating than now. Bela breaks down some of the do's, don'ts, and how-tos for maneuvering through dating during peak season and beyond.  Show Highlights What is it about this time of year that makes you feel the pull to start dating? (5:10) Are there great partners out there? (6:22) How to screen people in and what that means. (9:48) Some dating advice for women who have recently exited a relationship with a toxic abuser. (13:17) All the love in the world will not change a Beast into a Prince. (18:51) If dating makes you excited, Bela shares how to harness the power of dating season, including some dating profile tips. (22:13) Some pandemic silver linings in the world of dating. (31:22) Learn More About Bela: Bela Gandhi is a dating/relationship expert, founder of Smart Dating Academy and a weekly media correspondent. She is a relationship expert and has been featured on most national/local media outlets.  After she graduated (with dual degrees in Finance and German from the University of Illinois in Urbana/Champaign), Gandhi worked in mergers and acquisitions for Arthur Andersen in Chicago for a year before joining her family's chemical and manufacturing company (CCC) as the, where she divided her time between Chicago and Europe helping to expand the business. When the Gandhi family sold its business to Akzo Nobel, she was asked to remain its leader, and became Akzo Nobel Non-Stick Coating’s Global Vice President of Housewares. But even as she quickly climbed the corporate ladder, Gandhi had a feeling that her career would one day be taking a sharp turn in a different direction – because she discovered her love of matchmaking and providing dating advice.  She launched her Smart Dating Academy in 2009. Smart Dating Academy has quickly become one of the nation's top date coaching firms - and teaches busy, successful professionals to jump start their dating lives successfully.  Smart Dating Academy is described by its clients “like going to Harvard Business School, but for dating and relationships”.  SDA’s coaches become personal trainers for their clients’ love lives.  The SDA coaching program is results-oriented and fun - which helps you to clarify who is right for you, stop old dating patterns, and use technology the RIGHT way. You become positive and enthusiastic about dating / relationships again! Its clients receive personalized dating plans, and essential training in how to meet high caliber singles, personal style, conversation, and online success. Resources & Links:Smart Dating Academy Bela on Instagram Bela on Facebook Bela on Twitter Smart Dating Academy on YouTube The Ultimate Divorce Survival Guide Should I Stay or Should I Go Facebook Group

What gadgets did we buy this year? What mood foods did we try out? Have our attitudes toward food availability changed? Hear from Susan Schwallie, executive director for food and beverage consumption, NPD Group, Kevin Ryan, Ph.D., founder, CEO of Malachite Strategy & Research, and Brian Duncan, farmer, vice-president, Illinois Farm Bureau.

What gadgets did we buy this year? What mood foods did we try out? Have our attitudes toward food availability changed? Hear from Susan Schwallie, executive director for food and beverage consumption, NPD Group, Kevin Ryan, Ph.D., founder, CEO of Malachite Strategy & Research, and Brian Duncan, farmer, vice-president, Illinois Farm Bureau.

In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from an Italian American who sells a line of imported housewares from his homeland.  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week.   Share: #SideHustleSchool Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Twitter: @chrisguillebeau Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pandemic brought about so many challenges, some of which have revealed new strengths and services. It was no different for HomeWorld Business when they were faced with how to report on their annual Top Housewares Retailer Report. HWB, partnering with NPD, quickly responded to the challenge and created a new report that provided even more themes and market dynamics important to be aware of in these changing times. HWB and NPD are great examples of taking on the challenges that COVID presented and finding a new way forward. In this podcast, our guests are Peter Gianetti and Mike Duff, from HomeWorld Business and Joe Derochowski from NPD Group. Peter is the Editor-in-Chief of HWB and Mike is the Executive Editor. Joe is the Vice President & Industry Advisor for Home. You will learn how this new reporting format came about, insights into trends revealed by this report, how the shift of Prime Day impacted our industry, and other retail market insights. This is one you won’t want to miss. Additional Resources: HomeWorld Business NPD Top 50 Housewares Retailers

Stephen Key and Andrew Krauss are the world's leading experts on how to license a product idea. If you have an invention idea, this is the show to watch. Steve and Andrew are the cofounders of inventRight, a coaching program that has helped people from more than 60 countries license their ideas for new products. Visit http://www.inventright.com for more information and to join the one-one-one coaching program. If you have questions about how to invent, how to be creative, design, how to do market research, prototyping, manufacturing, negotiating, pitching, how to sell, how to cold call, how to reach out to open innovation companies, licensing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, patents, copyright, trademarks, and intellectual property in general — subscribe to inventRightTV! New videos every week, including tons of entrepreneur success stories. Inventing can be lonely, but you don't have to go it alone! Join the inventRight community for priceless inventor education, mentorship, support, accountability, hand-holding, honesty about the invention industry, and so much more. Contact us at #1-800-701-7993 or https://www.inventright.com/contact. This is the book you need to license your product idea: “One Simple Idea: Turn Your Dreams Into a Licensing Goldmine While Letting Others Do the Work.” Find it here: http://amzn.to/1LGotjB. This is the book you need to file a well-written provisional patent application: “Sell Your Ideas With or Without a Patent.” Find it here: http://amzn.to/1T1dOU2. Determined to become a professional inventor? Read Stephen's new book "Become a Professional Inventor: The Insider's Guide to Companies Looking For Ideas": https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1653786256/ inventRight, LLC. is not a law firm and does not provide legal, patent, trademark, or copyright advice. Please exercise caution when evaluating any information, including but not limited to business opportunities; links to news stories; links to services, products, or other websites. No endorsements are issued by inventRight, LLC., expressed or implied. Depiction of any trademarks/logos does not represent endorsement of inventRight, LLC, its services, or products by the trademark owner. All trademarks are registered trademarks of their respective companies. Reference on this video to any specific commercial products, process, service, manufacturer, company, or trademark does not constitute its endorsement or recommendation by inventRight, LLC or its hosts. This video may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with inventRight, LLC. Please note that the inventRight LLC. does not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.

April Mitchell is a proud Military Spouse and mother of 4 children. She has a degree in Education and believes in life long learning. April is an advocate for Military Spouses and enjoyed volunteering in the kids schools and for the USO. She is a 2-times patent owner and has licensed two products in the housewares industry. Currently, the Right Height adjustable over the door hook is sold online at Amazon, Walmart, and Bed, Bath, & Beyond. She is currently working on other products in the Housewares industry as well as in the Toy and Game industry. April came to inventRight as a student where she saw success with a licensing deal and has been a coach since the fall of 2019. She greatly enjoys being a coach at inventRight and being a part of the inventing community. 

This week on the podcast, we’re talking about dating after divorce with Bela Gandhi. Bela has been called The Fairy Godmother of Dating by Steve Harvey, Harry Connick Jr. and The Huffington Post — so basically, she’s magic.  Bela is the founder of The Smart Dating Academy in Chicago, and has been helping people find lifelong love for over a decade. When I first got divorced, I could not wait to start dating!! Unfortunately, I wasn’t focused on dating for fun and experience. Instead, I was on a quest for my next husband! Needless to say, that did not go very well for me. #stillsingle When I look back at my dating experience post separation and divorce, I can say without hesitation that it was the biggest lesson in learning who I am in relationships. If you’re thinking about what dating after divorce will look like for you or about to start dating again, I encourage you to look at dating as an interesting and introspective process.  And to listen to whatever Bela tells you to do — that’s what I’m doing now! #projectfindkateahusband Show Highlights How to know when you’re ready to date and why making sure you are as healed as you can be following your divorce is so important. (7:47) If you haven’t worked on yourself first, you’ll run into the same relationship over and over again. (11:59) The difference between what happened in your past relationships and what you made up. (16:16) What has happened to the dating world because of COVID-19. (20:41) What are some of today’s rules of engagement for women coming out of marriages? (26:16) Some of the red flags of dating. (29:28) Dating with attention and awareness. (42:16) Smart Dating Academy: How Bela and her team work with clients. (46:09) Learn More About Bela Gandhi:Bela Gandhi is a dating/relationship expert, founder of Smart Dating Academy and a weekly media correspondent. She is a relationship expert and has been featured on most national/local media outlets.  After she graduated (with dual degrees in Finance and German from the University of Illinois in Urbana/Champaign), Gandhi worked in mergers and acquisitions for Arthur Andersen in Chicago for a year before joining her family's chemical and manufacturing company (CCC) as the, where she divided her time between Chicago and Europe helping to expand the business. When the Gandhi family sold its business to Akzo Nobel, she was asked to remain its leader, and became Akzo Nobel Non-Stick Coating’s Global Vice President of Housewares. But even as she quickly climbed the corporate ladder, Gandhi had a feeling that her career would one day be taking a sharp turn in a different direction – because she discovered her love of matchmaking and providing dating advice.  She launched her Smart Dating Academy in 2009. Smart Dating Academy has quickly become one of the nation's top date coaching firms - and teaches busy, successful professionals to jump start their dating lives successfully.  Smart Dating Academy is described by its clients “like going to Harvard Business School, but for dating and relationships”.  SDA’s coaches become personal trainers for their clients’ love lives.  The SDA coaching program is results-oriented and fun - which helps you to clarify who is right for you, stop old dating patterns, and use technology the RIGHT way. You become positive and enthusiastic about dating / relationships again! Its clients receive personalized dating plans, and essential training in how to meet high caliber singles, personal style, conversation, and online success. Resources & Links:Bela on Instagram Bela on FacebookBela on Twitter Visit Bela’s website and grab your copy of 7 Clues You're Dating A Narcissist The Ultimate Divorce Survival GuideShould I Stay or Should I Go Facebook Group

Welcome to episode 25 of Grow Like A Pro! A show all about learning how to achieve your goals and dreams as a business owner. Learn growth tips and hear success stories from entrepreneurs from all walks of life as they teach YOU how to grow like a pro. Jeremy Cantor leads the Housewares business unit for Scott Fetzer Consumer Brands. He is directly responsible for Sales, Operations and Engineering for The Ginsu & American Angler Brands. Additionally, he is responsible for all eCommerce activities across Wayne Water Systems and Halex brands. You can be a part of the show sending questions, thoughts, comments, to hello@growlikeaproshow.com! We'd even love to have you on the show!

Join Penny Rosema as she interviews cookware industry expert Fran Groesbeck. COVID-19 has affected the economy in many ways driving different buying patterns. Learn how the trends show consumer concern of health and wellness goes much deeper than diet and exercise and into safety of products. Resource Links: Fran Groesbeck Ten Touch Creative Agency Facebook Instagram LinkedIn

This one takes place during Episode 6. Remember Armando Ferrari, Jake the Chicken, and the Pirate Attack? This show may have jumped the shark pretty early on.

We're back for an editor podcast. This week Mike, Chris and Catherine discuss the following stories: -How the coronavirus is impacting the world of tech, including the Housewares show -Starbucks and McDonalds push waste free cups in San Francisco -A cup that lets you create fizzy water on the go -Another plant based burger, this time from industrial food giant Cargill For more podcasts, visit www.thespoon.tech via Knit

What you'll learn: On today's episode, our guest Stacey Reid the VP of sales at Global Amici talks about how low overhead cost can be a big manufacturing advantage, how to leverage relationships with sales representative groups and retailers and most importantly how to succeed in a male dominated industry as a women and overcome gender discrimination in the workplace. About our guest: Stacey Reid is a third-generation salesperson from Cleveland Ohio. She grew up immersed in consumer products business world. For the last 28 years, Stacey has worked for big brands, Fortune 500 companies, and entrepreneurial startups in the Housewares and Specialty Food industries (Le Creuset, Clad and Calphalon, and more). Currently, she is Vice President of sales with Global Amici.   Key takeaways from this episode: · Global Amici's path to new product lines (kitchen accessories, pet accessories, private label, and branded products) · Why it's more cost effective small-to-medium sized companies to use a 3PL · Global Amici stats (company size, warehouse size, sales rep group sizes, etc.) · How to use low overhead as a pricing and manufacturing strategy · Discount, off-price retailer channels—TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, Marshalls, Burlington, Tuesday Morning—as a thriving wholesale retail channel for pet and kitchen accessory products · The housewares home décor business shift to online (Amazon & dot com) and off-price · Global Amici's breakdown of successful dot com businesses · How to prevent third party selling and grow online by dropshipping · Sexism in the workplace: navigating the male dominated housewares industry · Stacey's advice to women entering the industry as a salesperson + her take on how to be successful and break the gender gap and glass ceiling · Stacey's advice to young women professionals: why becoming a master or industry expert in one category—electric, cookware, or tabletop—will make you more marketable and bring more career success in the long-run · Stacey's big family wake up call that changed her perspective on life and work · Life and parenting advice to business owners from two successful entrepreneurs · Stacey's one piece of advice to building a strong work culture full of diverse women and personalities · Top 3 tips for young professionals on the path to growing a business career · Top Takeaway habit to make you a better version of yourself Get a FREE evaluation of your online sales strategy Episode References: Wingtips for Women: Success Without Compromise Contact Stacey Reid: staceyannereid@yahoo.com + LinkedIn Contact Luke: luke@retailband.com + LinkedIn Listen, Subscribe, Review: Apple Podcasts + Spotify Podcasts

There's a heavy wave of discounts this January in addition to historical discount patterns for this time of year. Fitness equipment is a deal now. Buy used and check out Craigslist and Facebook neighborhood groups. CES is pushing the latest high tech TVs. But unsold Christmas TVs are deal right now both online and in-store. Housewares and bedding are a January deal. Toys: there’s a lot of unsold inventory right now – a good time to buy birthday gifts. Winter clothing is more heavily discounted this year. The grounding of the Boeing Max makes January sales less aggressive, but travel deals for spring and early summer are available now. The IRS reports that only 3 out of every 100 eligible for Free File are using it. Free tax prep and filing is there for anyone who earns $70k or less annually. Many services provide free state tax filing as well. But no one knows. Don’t get sucked into paying. Many websites and apps are afraid of California, the only state with an online privacy protection law in place. For many companies, real compliance with CA means de facto privacy protection for all 50 states. Microsoft is among this first, with many following. You’re likely seeing new privacy links from sites and apps, allowing you create privacy settings and prevent them from selling off your personal data. Most sites and apps sell off our personal info in various ways all day long. California has designed a system allowing consumers to opt-out of their data being sold. The LA Times reports on how different sites are handling this. Some come with the dire warning that IF you opt-out of the sale of your personal info, they will not be able to offer you personalized ads. OH NO! Actually that’s what you want. This should be the national standard. It’s an abject failure in Washington that this isn’t already national law. California has essentially set a standard affecting the entire country. If you’re creeped out by the microtargeting of you and selling and reselling of your personal info, pay attention to these privacy notices and set the most restrictive measures allowed to protect your privacy as much as possible. Sure seems like Congress doesn’t care about U.S. citizens, when what should be longstanding national policy has to come from one state. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What you'll learn: IHA, the International Housewares Association, just went through a major rebrand and is now called the Inspired Home Show. We talk about all the new programs, features, and resources vendors can take advantage of to stay at the forefront of their industries and get the most out of their show experience.   About our guest: Leana Salamah is the Vice President of Marketing for the Inspired Home Show (previously, the International Housewares Association Show). She has a bachelor's degree from University of Illinois and a Master's in integrated marketing and Communications from Roosevelt University.   Key takeaways from this episode: Why IHA rebrand to Inspired Home Show and the realities of the marketplace — 3:17 How does a Housewares consumer make a purchasing decision? — 4:10 Inspired Home Influencer Conference: what is this NEW networking and educational event for vendors and how does it work? — 7:53 Top 3 events for vendors to checkout at IHS — 11:31 Is there a perfect place to be on the show floor and data on attendee show traffic — 20:24 The IHS Marketing Kit and support options for vendors — 23:24 What makes a vendor successful at IHS and why understanding the IHS attendees is crucial — 27:49 Mark Atkisnson: sourcing missions to Vietnam for vendors and your resource to freight and shipping discounts —31:46 CORE meetings: user group for best business practices and lessons — 33:04 com – influencer developed products and crafted lifestyle content for vendors—34:08 Inspired Homes Editorial Calendar – more lead time to submit product story ideas — 36:04 Main takeaway: what to expect from IHS this year — 38:22   Get in touch with Leana: salamah@housewares.org Get your IHS Marketing Kit: www.inspiredhomeshow.com/marketing-kit Access Inspired Homes Editorial Calendar: www.housewares.org/consumers Need more expert advice? Learn more at www.retailband.com Positive thoughts? Leave us a review on iTunes Want to connect? Follow us on LinkedIn

Who doesn’t love a unique kitchen gadget? Lehman’s housewares room is full of them and Amy Murray, our housewares guru at Lehman’s, knows about each one. Amy’s love for people plus her enthusiasm for teaching and learning is quite contagious. She has the knowledge and the energy to get you excited about the next step on your journey to a simpler life. Get to know Amy by tuning in to this week’s episode of Solutions for a Simpler Life, then take a trip to Lehman’s in Kidron, OH to meet Amy in person! Lehman's Website Lehman's Events Lehman's Facebook Lehman's Instagram

Regina McGee, Senior news editor with Trade Show Executive Media group hosts a discussion with Adrienne Tiritilli, Vice President Trade Show for the International Housewares Association about her career and business as well as the latest trends they’re seeing in the industry. 

What you'll learn: We asked Jamie Libregts to share the tactics that drove online sales to be 60% of revenue, how and why he differentiates SKUs across all retail channels, and what social media advertising channel he's using to drive sales to B2B sites.   About our guest: Jamie Libregts is the Director of Sales and Marketing for Reliable Corporation. A leader in the Garment Care industry since 1955. He has strong heritage in the B2B market working with organizations like Men's Warehouse, Indinchino, other alteration, dry cleaning and garment care manufacturers. Jamie helps leveraged the company's experience in boilers to introduce some top-quality steam cleaners in the market. Reliable is a fairly new brand to the Housewares market, but is growing strong with a ecommerce focused strategy.  Key takeaways from this episode:   The Story of the Reliable Company – Map strategies for protecting margins on Amazon – 6:45 Channel differentiation strategies – 8:11 What you need to know about product information software's (PIMs) – 14:57 How to integrate PIMs into company roles – 16:02 Top advice for working with PIMs – 17:05 Tariff pricing strategies for new and existing products – 18:57 The process behind a successful product launch – 22:17 Strategies to drive sales once a product is launched – 21:46 Strategies to get more reviews for products – 32:17 Final piece of advice – 34:17   Need more expert advice? Learn more at: www.retailband.com Positive thoughts? Leave us a review on iTunes Want to connect? Follow us on LinkedIn Want more information? Related post: How to Survive China Tariffs

Elle Russ chats with Bela Gandhi - a dating/relationship expert, founder of Smart Dating Academy and a weekly media correspondent. She is a dating expert on the Steve Harvey Show, Relationship Insider for Match.com, a regular contributor to the TODAY Show and Good Morning America, and appears frequently on ABC, NBC, Fox, CNN, and more.   After she graduated, Gandhi worked in mergers and acquisitions for Arthur Andersen in Chicago for a year before joining her family's chemical and manufacturing company - where she divided her time between Chicago and Europe helping to expand the business. When the Gandhi family sold its business to Akzo Nobel, she was asked to remain its leader, and became Akzo Nobel Non-Stick Coating’s Global Vice President of Housewares. But even as she quickly climbed the corporate ladder, Gandhi had a feeling that her career would one day be taking a sharp turn in a different direction – because she discovered her love of matchmaking and providing dating advice.    She launched her Smart Dating Academy in 2009. Smart Dating Academy has quickly become one of the nation's top date coaching firms - and teaches busy, successful professionals to jump start their dating lives successfully. Smart Dating Academy is like going to Harvard Business School, but for dating and relationships – they have helped hundreds of thousands of people find love! They become personal trainers for their clients’ love lives. The SDA coaching program is results-oriented and fun - which helps you to clarify who is right for you, stop old dating patterns, and use technology the RIGHT way. You become positive and enthusiastic about dating / relationships again! Its clients receive personalized dating plans, and essential training in how to meet high caliber singles, personal style, conversation, and online success.   SELECTED LINKS Website:    www.smartdatingacademy.com Watch:  The Today Show - Smart Dating Academy Watch:  Steve Harvey / Bela Gandhi Watch:  Good Morning America Subscribe for Free Video Tips: You Tube Channel - Smart Dating Academy "Like" Us on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/smartdatingacademy Twitter:    @BelaGandhiLove  

Richmond’s chefs, home cooks, and those with an eye for impeccable design already know Mr. Rob Bland, the proprietor and curator of specialty home and kitchen goods shop Accoutre in Scott’s Addition. We visited with him at the beautiful space and talked shop. (Get it?) Accoutre is the spot for hand-crafted, well-designed kitchen and housewares. We talked with Rob about his backstory, his favorite kitchen tools, and the Richmond dining scene. Oh and some brush talk and mayonnaise talk. Lots of mayonnaise talk. Mentioned in this episode: Accoutre Accoutre on Instagram Longoven Iris Hantverk Follow Us: Richmond Famous Richmond Famous on Instagram Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Julia sits down with two of the women behind the scenes at Oxo. Becca Del Monte is a Product Engineer who works mostly on fruit and vegetable tools and Lua O’Brien is a Product Category Director for food storage. They discuss how they got into their careers, what goes into making products (literally and emotionally), and what excites them about their work. For more about Oxo: Oxo.com. For more about Julia: JuliaTurshen.com.

I give you a quick update of my time at The International Home and Housewares show, discuss my disappointment with Metro Exodus, and why I really love Fallout 76 now.

#006 HomeWorld Business Editor-in-Chief Peter Giannetti shares his insight on the housewares category from Ambiente in Frankfurt Germany

Ever wonder what time of day most people drink coffee? According Ember CEO Clay Alexander, peak coffee-drinking time across the country is 10:51 AM. I sat down with Alexander, the inventor of the Ember mug, at the Housewares show in Chicago in March. I asked him about the idea of adding precision heating to drinkware, what other markets and applications he sees for the technology, and where sees Ember fitting in as part of the broader smart home. via Knit

Guest is Alicia HamiltonSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HarCoLiving)

Massimo Buster Minale is the Founder of Buster + Punch, a London-born home fashion label. He is an architect and an industrial designer with a passion for motorcycles, metalwork, and music. At Buster + Punch they work with rare, solid materials to make extraordinary items for everyday use. It all started in a garage in East London where Massimo discovered a passion for making the things we love. From lighting and hardware to custom motorcycles and whisky bars. Today they make the unexpected and elegant interior products for those who want to live with conviction. Massimo is inspired by London’s fashion, music, and sub-culture scenes, where he collaborates with street artists, bike builders, musicians, and fashion designers to inject attitude in to his crafted products. Did I mention he loves bespoke motorcycles too?

Mike showed up at the Housewares show in Chicago this past week to discuss how the smart home will change the world of blenders, vacuum cleaners, cookware and home furnishings. Joining him was the Nathan Smith, CTO of Wink, Carley Knobloch, HGTV's smart home expert, and Chris Young, CEO of ChefSteps. Make sure you listen to this as it's a great episode! http://knit.audio/podcast-advertising (via Knit)

This Off the Racks episode is an elevator ride from the depths of depravity to the heady heights of cosmic contemplation, with stops at the middle floors for Housewares, Sporting Goods, Ladies' Lingerie, and Superhero Storytelling! Get off on Level 52 for the Geeks' reviews of Legends of Tomorrow #1 from DC, The Discipline #1 from Image, and The Infinity Entity #1 from Marvel, and more. Hey, hold the door...! (1:27:34)

This Off the Racks episode is an elevator ride from the depths of depravity to the heady heights of cosmic contemplation, with stops at the middle floors for Housewares, Sporting Goods, Ladies' Lingerie, and Superhero Storytelling! Get off on Level 52 for the Geeks' reviews of Legends of Tomorrow #1 from DC, The Discipline #1 from Image, and The Infinity Entity #1 from Marvel, and more. Hey, hold the door...! (1:27:34)

In this episode, Mike talks about Sonos layoffs and how Apple should make a move, as well as gives his thoughts on the Dot and Tap. In the second half of the show, we feature an interview from the Smart Kitchen Show where Mike talks with Mike Wallace from Perfect Company about all they saw in smart kitchen at the Housewares show. Mike will be in Austin this week recording a podcast with Richard Gunther, so stay tuned for that! http://knit.audio/podcast-advertising (via Knit)

If you really want to get a Dane all hot and bothered, start talking about some thing that is beautifully designed. In Denmark, beauty is usually found in something practical that has been very well designed. Housewares, particularly kitchenwares, are a Danish design favorite. They don’t have to be from expensive materials, but they have to be simple, streamlined, and work flawlessly. The beauty is in the usefulness.

This is an extra episode of products we liked at the Home and Housewares Show. You can subscribe to our podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. Check out our home improvement videos on our YouTube channel Fix It Home Improvement. Email us at fixitpodcast@gmail.com. Talk to you next week.

Today I am going to be taking you to the Country Housewares Store. An Amish owned and operated store located deep in the heart of Lancaster County's Amish country. For more information head to http://www.amishroadshow.com

Martha Stewart owes a lot to Mary and Russel Wright. Russel designed masterful dinnerware and objects for the home--and Mary invented the idea of selling a lifestyle.

Leonard Old Skool Playaz Vol. 4 Recorded live in San Francisco December 3rd, 2008 Play Time: 01:15:52