The Biz: News Updates

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Watch as Kara Sundlun of Better CT talks with Frittabello owner and founder, Jennifer Covello about her baby gift line. Kara spoke about how people typically go into a ‘big box store’ to purchase a baby gift, but how much better it is to choose a gift that’s not only inspiring, but made locally and more personal.

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Contact: Jennifer Covello / (203) 524-0784

Responsible parents are concerned about the healthy physical and mental development of their children. By investing early in their children’s feet, via quality footwear, they can help support their kids from the ground up — for a lifetime! After all, healthy, happy feet get kids going in the morning and keep them moving though whatever life has in store for them day to day, and year to year. Throughout the formative first years, children never outgrow the need for new, properly sized footwear that is designed to promote healthy foot development.

Contact: Pedoodles / (406) 755-6430

Diaper bag–manufacturer Ju-Ju-Be has announced the addition of Sharberg Trading and Bor Markic as the distributors for India and Slovenia, respectively.

Contact: Joe Croft / (877) 258-5823
Life Size by Ron Robinson is now an authorized retailer of the fun, functional and super smart Ju-Ju-Be® collection!

Ju-Ju-Be™, a manufacturer of chic, high-tech and practical diaper bags and accessories can now be found at the trend-setting Life Size by Ron Robinson boutique at the world-famous Fred Segal shopping centers at the Santa Monica and Melrose locations.

Contact: Joe Croft / (877) 258-5823

Itzy Ritzy, a company delivering chic and functional baby, toddler and adult products is proud to announce its partnership with Nordstrom. Nordstrom, the leading fashion retailer, will carry the brand’s must-have items in the children’s department of all 112 full-line stores across the country, including future locations, beginning immediately.

Contact: Brittany Sodora / (630) 839-9830

See Kai Run, popular manufacturer of the perfect first shoe for new walkers is excited to announce that its Smaller soft-soled baby bootie line for infants 0-24 months has been awarded the PTPA Winner’s Seal of Approval. PTPA Media is North America’s largest parent community, with over 40,000 volunteer parent testers.

Features of the award-winning footwear include:

  • Quality construction for healthy development of children’s feet – soft, flexible suede soles with non-slip rubber pads, adjustable hook and loop closures, padded collars, and a breathable leather insole and lining.
Contact: See Kai Run
Each Market will showcase more than 150 artists this January

MMPI leads the way in providing the best in artisanal products, with thriving Beckman’s™ Handcrafted Shows in Los Angeles and Chicago. Each show offers buyers and retailers a great mix of handcrafted products that reflect regional and national trends and tastes.

Contact: The Chicago Market / (312) 527-7600
Come Early and Shop the L.A. Mart Showrooms January 18-24 with Temps at the Los Angeles Convention Center and L.A. Mart

LOS ANGELES, CA (December 15, 2010) – The California Gift Show the destination for world class lines and the latest trends and resources exclusive to the West Coast this January, Tuesday, January 18 – Monday, January 24, 2011. The largest gift show on the West Coast boasts a week of special events, workshops and unparalleled product that West Coast buyers won’t see anywhere else.

Contact: LA Mart / (213) 763-5817
The Chicago Market Presents Susan Casey, Editor-In-Chief of O, The Oprah Magazine

CHICAGO (December 13, 2010) –The Chicago Market: Living and Giving® is proud to announce that Susan Casey, Editor-In-Chief of O, The Oprah Magazine will lead the keynote presentation at this year’s January Market, on Monday, January 24, 2011.

Contact: The Chicago Market / (312) 527-7600

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