Starline USA Inc. announced that two of its sales representatives have been elected to their regional association board of directors.
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Sun Chemical Raises Ink Prices in Canada
Faced with continued volatility in the global supply chain and increases in the costs of raw materials, Sun Chemical Corporation will raise prices beginning December 1, 2011 in Canada.
Read MoreDavid Fisher Joins InnerWorkings’ Board of Directors
InnerWorkings Inc., a provider of global print management and promotional solutions, recently announced that David Fisher, president of optionsXpress, was named to the company’s board of directors, effective immediately.
Read MoreiPROMOTEu Holds Houston Regional Meeting
Distributor network iPROMOTEu recently hosted a regional meeting in Houston. The meeting was open to all iPROMOTEu affiliates as well industry distributors and salespeople interested in learning more about iPROMOTEu. Nearly forty distributors were present at the day-long event, attending educational presentations and networking opportunities in addition to a complimentary breakfast, lunch and a closing cocktail reception.
Read MoreCrystal D Announces New Hires, Promotions
Awards supplier Crystal D recently hired two new employees and has created one new position.
Read MoreCPSC States Toy Recalls and Lead Violations Down, Credits Stronger Safety Rules
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently released a statement claiming a 26 percent reduction, or a drop from 46 to 34 total, in toy recalls from 2010 compared to 2011. The organization cites stronger regulation and improved safety efforts from toy manufacturers and sellers as the reason for the drop. Click through to see the CPSC’s full release
Read MoreFrom Our LinkedIn: “Cold Calling Isn’t Dead … It’s Just Hard Work!”
Cold calling: Is it still worth the work? Can you make it easier on your sales reps or calling staff? Is there any way to make the process convert to sales more often? Find these answers and join the discussion over on our LinkedIn group!
Read MoreNewton Manufacturing Employees Set Giving Record for United Way Campaign
The employee owners of Newton Manufacturing broke their own giving record during the company’s annual fundraising drive for the United Way of Jasper County. The company raised over $11,800 during the campaign that ran throughout the month of October.
Read MoreJames Martin Joins Unisource Worldwide As Vice President of Facility Supplies – National Accounts
Unisource Worldwide Inc. announced that James Martin has joined Unisource Worldwide as vice president of facilities supplies – national accounts.
Read MoreEwa Wlaz Named National Director of Sales at Barker Specialty Company
Ewa Wlaz has been named national sales director for Barker Specialty Company. Wlaz graduated from Regis College with an undergraduate degree in both theater and graphic design. In December 2011, Wlaz will graduate from the University of Hartford with an MBA (marketing concentration).
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