The latest gift industry promotions, appointments, new hires and awards.
CBK Rewards Reps and Managers By Staff - 05/08/2008
Union City, TN – CBK rewarded its top sales representatives at the company’s 10th Annual Sales Achievement Club at the Hotel Hershey in Hershey, PA. More
Royal Doulton CEO Resigns By Staff - 05/02/2008
New York — Wayne Nutbeen stepped down as chief executive of tabletop vendor Royal Doulton, headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent, UK. Nutbeen’s resignation came just weeks after Peter Cameron retired as chief executive of Royal Doulton's parent company Waterford-Wedgwood.
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Linens 'n Things Files Chapter 11 News From "Home Textiles Today" - 05/02/2008
Wilmington, DE – Roughly two weeks after delaying a $16.1 million interest payment, Linens 'n Things filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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Clear Thinking Group Opens Western Office By Staff - 04/30/2008
Lake Oswego, OR — Retail and consumer products consulting organization Clear Thinking Group LLC opened a western regional office in Portland suburb Lake Oswego.
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People on the Move: April 28 By Staff - 04/28/2008
Cocktail mixers and garnishes vendor Stirrings hired Mauro Pennella as chief marketing officer. Personalized gift retail chain Things Remembered named Adam Boucher as senior vice president, store sales and operations. Melane Rose Boyce joins the National Confectioners Assn. as vice president of public policy and corporate social responsibility.
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People on the Move: April 10 By Staff - 04/10/2008
Jerry W. Levin, chairman of Sharper Image Corp., resigned as board member and chairman to consider making an offer for some or all of the company. Professional Marketing named Paul Bishop vice president.
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Double Take- TableTop: Roses... Dinnerware just wouldn’t be the same without a selection of floral plates. This market, floral prints are rooted in tradition, whether incorporating large or small graphics, there is no mistaking the elegance of the patterns.
Double Take- Tabletop: All that Glitters Gold seemed to be edging out platinum this market. While both metals were shown, and many patterns are offered in both; gold appeared to be the was the favored hue.