Home Accents Today articles from September 2004

Home Accents Today archives from September 2004

www.opportunityorchallenge.com.(From The Editor)(Editorial)
September 1, 2004... Over the past year, we have posted our editorial invitations for market introductions, portfolios and general surveys online. At first, the online response was a trickle, while the mail and fax responses flowed in. Now, it's just the...

Andrea by Sadek to debut Vera Bradley line.(News)
September 1, 2004... ANDREA BY SADEK and Vera Bradley have signed a licensing agreement and Sadek will introduce collections based on Vera Bradley designs at the October International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C. Though Andrea by Sadek works with...

Art in Motion goes public with Income Fund offering.(News)
September 1, 2004... ART IN MOTION announced the company has gone public in the form of an Income Fund. Founded in 1985 by Garry and Vicki Peters, the company has experienced steady growth over the past 19 years, developing into an internationally recognized...

Broad High Point rollout planned for World Vineyards.(News)
September 1, 2004... A FULL-SCALE LAUNCH of the World Vineyards lifestyle brand, in partnership with lead licensee Klaussner Furniture, is planned for the October International Home Furnishings Market. Home accents vendors Style-Craft Lamps, Hellenic Rug...

IFDA to honor Timberlake as 2004 Trailblazer.(News)(International Furnishings and Design Association)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... THE INTERNATIONAL FURNISHINGS & Design Association has selected artist, designer and home furnishings licensing pioneer Bob Timberlake as its 2004 IFDA Trailblazer. He will be honored during the IFDA Industry Forum & Conference, which will...

Interlude launches two new divisions.(News)
September 1, 2004... IN RESPONSE TO DESIGN trends and customer demands, Interlude Home will re-brand its original line of style-conscious home accents as Interlude Signature and introduce two new divisions next month at the High Point market. The Trumbull,...

Austin to debut accent furniture lines in High Point.(News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... AUSTIN, KNOWN for more than 50 years for its sculptures and statuary, has quietly been branching into other product categories during the last four years, and this October at the International Home Furnishings Market in High Point, N.C., the...

ARTS Awards finalists named: winners will be announced in Dallas in January.(News)(Annual ARTS Awards)
September 1, 2004... DALLAS MARKET CENTER and the Accessories Resource Team have named the finalists for the 16th Annual ARTS Awards. The winners will be announced on Saturday, Jan. 15, at the Dallas International Gift and Home Accessories Market. "We congratulate...

Toomim to receive Academy of Achievement Award.(News)(ARTS Academy of Achievement Award)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... SHIRLEY TOOMIM OF STAR FURNITURE will receive the 16th Annual ARTS Academy of Achievement Award. Toomim, a Houston native, attended both the University of Texas and University of Wisconsin, and graduated from the Feather and Feather School...

Cox joins Home Accents Today as product editor.(News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... KARA COX has joined Home Accents Today as a product editor. She joined Home Accents Today from Klaussner Furniture Industries, where she was a fabric purchasing agent. Before joining Klaussner, she was a retail management intern with Saks...

Berkshire Hathaway acquires 9% of Pier 1.(News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY, owner of four top home furnishings retailers, has acquired a nearly 9% stake in Pier 1 Imports. Berkshire acquired 8 million Pier 1 shares--8.8% of the total shares outstanding--valued at $141.5 million, or about $17.69...

Peterson Picture Frame buys Franklin Home assets.(News)
September 1, 2004... PETERSON PICTURE FRAME bought the assets of Franklin Home in late August and plans to revamp wall decor products of the 120-year-old manufacturer, which closed its doors last year. Peterson Picture also will add new products--original art...

At your service, please.(Retail Update)
September 1, 2004... REGARDLESS OF WHAT you're shopping for, at some point in the purchase process customer service comes into play. And, much like any relationship, sometimes that service or extra service is taken for granted. You assume since people are shopping...

2004 summer trend report.(Market review)
September 1, 2004... A multitude of themes surfaced at the summer shows, carried off by a pervading clean and classy approach. Here, the top looks that are on-trend. Go with the Grain * It may seem like heading back to basics, but this staple of the home...

La Dolce Vita.(Italy)
September 1, 2004... THE MARCHE REGION in central Italy, which is comprised of four provinces, boasts not only rich historical and architectural resources but also a cultural heritage steeped in tradition. In the land of painters like Raffaello and Gentile da...

Clean, sophisticated accent furniture designs balanced by complexity.(Trends)
September 1, 2004... ACCENT FURNITURE CONTINUES to keep pace as a trendsetter for the home accent market, led by a wealth of clean-lined, sophisticated designs. Overall, a subtle note of complexity lends depth to fresh, casual styling, providing the right amount of...

Orientations.(Accent Furniture Portfolio)
September 1, 2004... A TRADITIONAL LOOK at Asian styles often leans to the heavy, but exotic decorative. Eastern accents take a twist with fresh pieces both minimal in embellishment and lavish in concept. Mix a classic Japanese floral with geometric lines to find...

Island organics.(Accent Furniture Portfolio)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... THE TRADE WINDS of the South Pacific are bringing in a fresh mix of natural fibers and elegant designs. British Colonial styling and natural materials cross currents to find harmony in island chic. Contrast native elements with modern form to...

Modern machismo.(Accent Furniture Portfolio)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... LEATHER ACCENTS, DARK wood finishes and clean, tailored lines transform male-inspired content into a clean modern concept, far from the plainness of your father's style. Look for natural materials to contrast rich color and contemporary design....

Good form.(Accent Furniture Portfolio)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... CONTEMPORARY GOES UPTOWN with exquisite function and form rolled into one. Ultra-chic in sensibility, the look is all about pieces that can stand alone by design, but are even better when together. An elegant neutral color palette and a splash...

Heavy metal.(Accent Furniture Portfolio)
September 1, 2004... THE GILDED AGE is back. From gold-tipped to silver-plated, metallic accents are adding a touch of luxe to modern lines and antique looks alike. Opulence becomes more enticing with a glint of gold or touch of subtle silver. 1 The gold leaf...

Specialty stores key to growing business, vendors say.(Business)
September 1, 2004... VENDORS IN THE accent furniture segment of home accents say business is booming and attribute much of that growth to the increasing role of home accent specialty stores as a channel, of, distribution. It's very nice to have our business...

Ancient treasures.(Accent Furniture Portfolio)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ACCENT FURNITURE PAYS tribute to the past with designs that owe their roots to various time periods throughout history. Ranging from more primitive to ornate, these timeless and timely styles exhibit a fascination for the past that is...

Registry of sources in accent furniture.(Accent Furniture Portfolio)(Illustration)
September 1, 2004... Registry of sources in accent furniture COMPANY NAME & CONTACT PRODUCTS & PRICE RANGES vendor armoires/ beds screens home base, phone number chests 2 Day...

Rug styles: highlighting the hottest rug styles in High Point.(A Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... HELLENIC RUGS US Headquarters - 46 Nelson St., Brooklyn, NY 11231 Tel: 1-888-356-5284 Fax: 1-888-292-1279 Email: sales@flokati.com Website: www.flokati.com Showrooms Open Daily: Atlanta 6th Floor, Suite 6 G-12 240 Peachtree...

Shopping the globe for Hemispheres.(Retail Profile)(Hemispheres)
September 1, 2004... OKLAHOMA CITY-BASED HEMISPHERES has enjoyed success in four short years. The brainchild of Hobby Lobby founder David Green includes five stores and has been nominated for the ARTS Rising Star award. It has been called a one-stop world-class...

Feathered nest.(What hot: style)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ACCENTS FOR THE HOME walk oil the wild side with plumage to die for. This fun and fanciful trend takes its cue from fashion with an eye toward the exotic. Just right for a quick style pick-me-up, a feather or two can perk a pillow or place...

Candles that illuminate a room in style.(Objects)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Candles that illuminate a room in style. Homenature $32, eLink 540 KarenKlein Candles, $28, eLink 537 La Luz, $30, eLink 543 Seda France, $30, eLink 542 Voluspa Candles, $40, eLink 544 Esteban, $60, eLink 538 Mor...

Events: High Point.(Calendar)
September 1, 2004... Seminars Thursday, Oct. 14 7 Deadly Sins of Selling 8:30 a.m.-Philip Gutsell, Gutsell & Associates, will explain the seven deadly sins of the retail sales staff and provide strategies to increase sales performance. NHFA Retailer...

The Latin explosion: Hispanics and the home accents market.(The consumer counts: the Hispanic market)
September 1, 2004... WHAT DO PULASKI, LeapFrog and Hershey's have in common? Whether selling furniture, educational toys or chocolate, all three have recognized the potential of the Hispanic market. Why should home accents retailers jump on the Hispanic...

Goodwin Weavers: Goodwin weavers draws on rich past while positioning company for future growth.(A Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Celebrating a heritage that spans nearly two centuries, Goodwin Weavers continues to evolve into a company keen on identifying key trends and positioning itself for future growth. Expanding from its earlier concentration on woven tapestries...

Capel rugs: Capel celebrates opening of larger New York showroom, introduction of ultra-soft Silkie[R] bath rugs.(A Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Continued growth of both its product line and annual sales have brought about the need for larger showroom space for Capel Inc., a company whose mission is to "bring life to America's best-loved floor coverings." From original Capel braids to...

Denali: Denali bedding collection features ultra soft MicroPlush[R] fabric.(A Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Denali Home Collection entered the bedding market earlier this year, and so far the line has been garnering rave reviews. A large part of the success centers around the company's unique Comfort MicroPlush[R] fabric, which makes the products...

Tablewear by Marsha Blanke: from casual to elegant, Marsha Blanke continues to flex company's design muscle.(A Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... For customers looking for textile products that range from casual to elegant, the Tablewear by Marsha Blanke collection presents the perfect choice. Over the past few seasons, a growing portion at the line has been devoted to chic new products,...

Chateau: Chateau's new Bella Rose[TM] luxury line combines elegant design, lush fabrics.(A Special Advertising Section)(Chateau Home Furnishings)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... "This is our most luxurious collection of home textiles and accessories ever," says Chateau Home Furnishings' founder and president Sharon Turner, in speaking about the company's exciting new Bella Rose line. With elegant designs and lush...

Patricia Spratt for the home: tabletops tailored to any taste.(A Special Advertising Section)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Customers of Patricia Spratt for the Home know ready-to-wear isn't just about clothing. "We create custom linen wardrobes," says Patricia Spratt, founder of the fine table linen and decorative accessory manufacturer. "Our retailers tell us...

Set the table.(Table linens)
September 1, 2004... BEFORE THE PLATES and glasses can begin to do a little table dressing, the first step toward setting a table in style is the linens. Here, a bountiful harvest of offerings for fall in rich, Indian summer colors. Embroidery, hand-printing and...

Williams-Sonoma sets home brand.(News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... WILLIAMS-SONOMA INC. is launching Williams-Sonoma Home, the first brand in the Williams-Sonoma family to focus exclusively on the premium home furnishings market. It will offer a lifestyle brand that is classic with European-inspired...

Uttermost opens lamp factory.(News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... THE UTTERMOST CO. has started production at its lamp factory in Shenzhen, China. The factory is dedicated 100% to the production of Uttermost's line of portable lighting. "This new factory will allow us to protect our exclusive designs in...

GLM to launch market time showrooms in N.Y.(News)(George Little Management)(New York)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... GEORGE LITTLE MANAGEMENT has announced plans to introduce market time showrooms at the winter 2005 New York International Gift Fair at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Located alongside the Fair's 2,900 temporary exhibits, the showrooms...

Ceramic fair set in Porcelain Capital.(News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... THE FIRST INTERNATIONAL Ceramic Fair is set for Oct. 12-18 in Jingdezhen, China. The city, known as the Capital of Porcelain, is celebrating its 1,000th anniversary as one of the top porcelain-making cities in the world. The Ceramic...

Smith & Hawken to be acquired by Scotts.(News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... SMITH & HAWKEN, LTD., which is privately owned by investment boutique DDJ Capital Management, has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by The Scotts Company, the world's leading manufacturer of lawn and garden products. ...

Sharon Davis joins The Coastal Group.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... INDUSTRY VETERAN Sharon Davis has joined The Coastal Group/Redscope as vice president of public relations, reporting to David Weiss, president of the New York-based company. In her new role, Davis will contribute strategy and implementation...

Design Within Reach appoints new merch. VP.(People)(Tara Poseley )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Design Within Reach has named Tara Poseley vice president of merchandising. Poseley joins DWR after a 15-year career at The Gap, most recently as senior vice president of merchandising for GapKids and babyGap. At Gap, she served in various...

GLM promotes two execs.(People)(George Little Management incorporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... George Little Management has made two executive level promotions. Philip W. Burke has been promoted to senior vice president of GLM, overseeing both the MIS and Customer Service departments. He will spearhead new concepts and processes to...

Meserve promoted to CEO of Applejack Art Partners.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Applejack Art Partners, an art publishing and licensing company, has promoted James Meserve to chief executive officer. Meserve has been with the company for about three years as president and will continue to manage the daily operations...

Hong joins Toyo as new creative director.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Josh Hong has joined Toyo Trading as creative director. In this position, he will work with Toyo licensed designers to address the needs of new buyers. He will report directly to Randy Nakayama, Toyo president. Prior to joining Toyo, Hong...

Fine Furniture expands sales, marketing team.(People)(Appointments)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Fine Furniture Design and Marketing has added Bob Cheek and Mary-Price Furr to its sales and marketing team. Cheek, formerly with Gabbert's Furniture and Design Studio in Dallas, will service the Southwest region. Cheek's career with...

Enesco appoints new interim CEO.(People)(George Ditomassi)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Enesco Group, a giftware, collectible and home decor company, has appointed George Ditomassi, a member of the company's board of directors, as its new interim chief executive officer. Tom Bradley, who served as chief financial officer and...

Stier named to L.A. Mart position.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. and the L.A. Mart have appointed Tracy L. Stier as director of leasing at the L.A. Mart. Stier will report to Gerry Seibel, vice president and general manager. Prior to joining the L.A. Mart, Stier was...

Universal Shows names Gilfoyle.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... David Gilfoyle has been promoted to national sales manager for Universal Shows Inc. and Western Exhibitors. He is show manager for the Portland Gift & Accessories Show and will continue to oversee that event. Gilfoyle's new...

Ira Jones names new president.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Logan Aschom has been named president of The Ira Jones Company, a manufacturer's sales rep group headquartered in Chicago. The promotion was announced at the gala celebration in honor of the company's 100th anniversary in July. Tom...

Artistry Designs adds new reps.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Artistry Designs by Reliance, importer and manufacturer of permanent botanicals and accessories, has signed several new sales representatives. The new rep groups are: Firestone Associates/Accent Gallery in Arizona, Hawaii and Nevada;...

Scene Weaver names McKewen.(People)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Scene Weaver has named Jayne McKewen to the newly created position of national sales manager. Scene Weaver is represented by sales professionals in each state and distributors in Canada and Western Europe. McKewen will be responsible for...

CMI rep honored by Rugs-Direct.(People)(Representatives)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... CMI, manufacturer of braided-texture rugs and accessories, announced one of its sales representatives, Darryl Ernst, received the Rep of the Year Award from Winchester, Va.-based Rugs-Direct, the largest Internet supplier of rugs in the...

Cole River adds rep group.(People)(Appointments)(Fieldstone Marketing )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Cole River Co. has teamed with Fieldstone Marketing for sales representation in the Mid-Atlantic region, including New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington, Virginia, and West Virginia. Fieldstone in based in...

Bombay names financial VP.(People)(Appointments)(Vice Presidents)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The Bombay Company has named Sean Bogue vice president of financial planning and analysis. Bogue spent five years with Staples, and more recently was involved in consulting capacities with Fortune 500 companies in financial services,...

The Media Matters adds two.(People)(Appointments)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The Media Matters, a marketing and public relations agency specializing in the home furnishings industry, has added two personnel. Lisa Donnelly has been named marketing coordinator. Donnelly is a former account executive with Raleigh,...

Robb & Stucky.(Retail)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Florida-based retailer Robb & Stucky is rolling up its sleeves to help Hurricane Charley victims. The company has stores in Fort Myers, Naples, Altamonte Springs, Sarasota, Clearwater and Boca Raton, Fl. as well as Scottsdale, Ariz. and Piano,...

Federated Department Stores.(Retail)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Federated Department Stores announced an initial contribution of $50,000 to the American Red Cross for the ongoing relief efforts in assisting victims of Hurricane Charley. "The victims of this disaster are our customers, employees,...

Claire Murray.(Retail)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Claire Murray is hitting the road, so to speak, with her recently launched Home Galleries program. Independent consultants nationwide will begin selling Murray's catalog of goods to friends and neighbors for a commission of sales. Murray...

Red Door Interiors.(Retail)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Red Door Interiors, Bakersfield, Calif., officially launched the revitalization of one of Bakersfield's historic retail districts with the opening of the city's first 5,000-sq.-ft. lifestyle home furnishings showroom Aug. 31. Co-owners Robert...

Sears.(Retail)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Sears' home fashion revamp has proved fruitful for the company whose second quarter was less than successful, according to Alan Lacy, chairman and CEO. "I am encouraged by early results of the major merchandise category resets occurring in...

Ikea.(Retail)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... An Ikea in western Saudi Arabia was the scene of a stampede that killed three and injured 17 on Sept. 1. Approximately 20,000 shoppers responded to the Red Sea port city of Jeddah store's announcement that it was offering credit vouchers to the...

Calendar.(Calendar)
September 1, 2004... NOVEMBER 2004 5-7 Seattle Cash & Carry Show. Seattle Center-Exhibition Hall. 415-346-6666, 415-346-4965, weshows.com 5-7 Fine Furnishings Providence Show. Rhode Island...

In-store events--a win-win and ring-ring situation.(just Lynni)
September 1, 2004... AS WE MOVE INTO the wonderfully profitable fourth quarter, do we sit on our laurels and hope for a small increase in sales over last year, or do we take action and make the most of the money our customers are simply dying to spend in the coming...

Scent-sational Diva.(Portrait)(Earth Elements )
September 1, 2004... EARTH ELEMENTS KEY PLAYER Rebecca Williams THE BACK STORY Glancing at Rebecca might give you a sense of deja vu. Perhaps it's because before she delved into the home accents industry about 13 years ago, Rebecca was a star of hundreds of...

Editor's notes.(Editorial)
September 1, 2004... More than 600 vendors are getting ready to show their new juvenile products at this month's All Baby and Child Expo in Las Vegas. The energy level going in to this show is so high, it's hard to believe this is only the second annual show. ...

Nursery remodeling, online buying popular with new, expectant moms: study pinpoints where women like to shop and their choices.(By the Numbers)
September 1, 2004... Some good news for the baby products industry comes out of the most recent Baby Products Tracking Study conducted by Pennington, N. J.-based David Burnett & Associates for American Baby magazine. Nearly three-fifths of parents, whether they...

Pulaski to launch juvenile Casa Cristina line.(Licensing)
September 1, 2004... Pulaski, Va. -- Pulaski Furniture is launching its first youth bedroom collection at this fall's market, part of its new Casa Cristina licensed collection. Inspired by Latin talk show host Cristina Saralegui, Casa Cristina also includes dining,...

Amy Coe to expand brand.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... New York -- Juvenile bedding designer Amy Coe has formed a partnership with licensing agency Ripe Ideas to expand her brand into a variety of new categories. Coe, who designs both her Amy Coe Signature Collection as well as a collection...

Rooms To Go, Disney sign deal.(Licensing)
September 1, 2004... Seffner, Fla. -- The Disney princesses and more are coming to Rooms To Go Kids. The nation's largest furniture store chain announced its entry into licensed furniture lines with plans to roll out a Disney youth bedroom line for its 20 Kids...

Springs to make Barbie bedding, bath: agreement with Mattel includes other popular youth properties.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Fort Mill, S.C. -- Springs Inds. has landed the license to produce Barbie bedding, bath and fabric in a deal with Mattel that also includes rights to Hot Wheels, My Scene, Polly Pocket and Matchbox properties. Dan River previously held the...

Creative Images plans to license art designs.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... St. Augustine, Fla. --Juvenile wall art manufacturer Creative Images has entered the licensing arena, with plans to license up to 120 of its original art designs for categories including textiles, toys, gifts, wallcoverings and rugs. The...

Scene Weaver licenses Crayola, 'Humphrey's Corner'.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Columbia, S.C. -- Textile manufacturer Scene Weaver, which entered the juvenile market earlier this year, has landed licenses to produce textile accents for both Crayola and Humphrey's Corner. Under license from Binney & Smith, Scene Weaver...

Company debuts Rightsell tableware.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Sterling, Va. -- Present Tense Home Artistry, maker of hand-painted pottery, has unveiled its first collection by artist Kelly Rightsell, a line of children's tableware. The Holiday Kids collection was shown at the Atlanta International...

Springs shows Baby Looney Tunes.(Licensing)(Springs Baby)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Springs Baby is debuting Patchwork, a new Baby Looney Tunes infant bedding design under license from Warner Bros., at this month's ABC Expo. The design features shades of dark blue, goldenrod and cream.

Gund plans expansion of licensed products.(Licensing)
September 1, 2004... Edison, N.J. -- As the first non-family president ha plush manufacturer Gund's 100-plus year history, Jim Madonna plans to continue building on the company's name and expand into new branding and licensing ventures, including a new Gund Kids to...

Fun Rugs brings new licensed line to ABC Expo.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Costa Mesa, Calif. -- Juvenile rug manufacturer Fun Rugs is making a new line of rugs featuring the David & Goliath characters, under license from King Features. The rugs, aimed at teens and tweens, will make their debut at the All Baby and...

Body-care company to make kids' line featuring 'Guess How Much I Love You'.(Licensing)(DGMS Inc)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Charlottesville, Va. -- DGMS Inc. has signed a deal to produce a line of "Guess How Much I Love You" body-care products under an agreement with RJM Licensing. The characters, text and artwork from the storybook will appear on body-care...

CopCorp to license 'Dear Dumb Diary' property: agency targets tween-oriented items toward stores that carry book series.(Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... New York -- CopCorp Licensing will run the licensing program for "Dear Dumb Diary," the first title in author and cartoonist Jim Benton's latest book series. "Dear Dumb Diary, Let's Pretend This Never Happened" is the debut book in the...

Sony hires Irving to lead domestic sales.(People in Licensing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Culver City, Calif. -- Candace Irving has been named director of domestic sales for Sony Pictures Consumer Products. She will report to Juli Boylan, senior vice president of domestic sales and retail development. "Candace is well-known in...

Regan new executive at Sesame Workshop.(People in Licensing)(Sesame Workshop)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... New York, NY -- Debra Regan has joined Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization, as director of international marketing, global consumer products and international TV distribution. Regan will be responsible for developing...

Soderberg receives promotion at Sony.(People in Licensing)
September 1, 2004... Culver City Calif. -- Yvonne Soderberg has been promoted to executive director of marketing for Sony Pictures Consumer Products. Previously, she was director of marketing for Sony Pictures Consumer Products. Soderberg will continue to report to...