Items tagged “Auto & Travel”

Would you be ready to “swim with the sharks” to help your business? The contestants of ABC’s “Shark Tank” pitch their business deals and dreams to a few of the most well-known wheeler-dealer investors, otherwise known as “the sharks.” Four savvy children’s product inventors, who made their pitch on “Shark Tank,” impressed the investors enough that they had multiple offers to consider. Ride-On Carry-On, Mod Mom Furniture, Coverplay and Soy-Yer Dough are now backed with capital to make significant strides in the marketplace.

Most companies would be hard-put to identify the current economic season as a boom-time. However, there have been some bright spots in the current economy, largely thanks to small and medium sized businesses. It’s all about who you know and how you get your message out there, which is a long-standing reason that so many independent manufacturers foster relationships with experienced sales representative associations.Three sales rep firms that are thriving, Carolina Baby, The Coffs, and Annette & Associates, demonstrate how they help other companies flourish.

ABC Kids Expo - Louisville, Kentucky (9/23/11 - 9/26/11)

San Antonio, TX - All Baby & Child, Inc., the parent company and organizer of ABC Kids Expo®, has released a post-show statement regarding their ninth annual trade show, held for the first time at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, KY, on September 23 - 26, 2011.

Preliminary stats showed an overall decrease of about 2,200 after last year’s record-breaking attendance and a venue change for this year’s show. Retail buyers, mostly from the West Coast, were down by about 400. Final numbers are expected in the next few weeks.

The Modern Brand Collective - made up of manufacturers Bloom, Boon, Clek, Itzy Ritzy, Nook and Orbit Baby - came together to host an industry party during the ABC Expo at the ultra-chic 21C Museum Hotel.

The party brought together retailers, manufacturers and media in the modern art gallery setting to enjoy drinks, hors d’oeuvres and networking. It also allowed the hosts to show off their newest products in a private gallery room, where the modern manufacturers’ sleek products doubled as works of art in their own right.

Contact: Brittany Sodora / (630) 839-9830

Even in nature, youngsters love soft, cozy places. From baby birds in nests to little mice in beds of grass and weeds, moms lovingly construct comfortable places for their little ones to thrive. Human moms of course take this instinct a bit further and add all the fun decorative flourishes that take room design from the bare basics to fashionable and stimulating. Roman, Inc., Stephen Joseph, Douglas, and Maison Chic are all companies that help families stay in style with high-quality room décor, school gear, toys, accessories and more.

New at Itzy Ritzy!

Introducing the innovative Wrap & Roll™ Infant Carrier Arm Pad and Tummy Time Mat.

MSRP: $29.99

Recent Itzy Ritzy Sightings!

Itzy Ritzy in the Movies!
Baby Ritzy Rider™ Infant Car Seat Cover featured in The Hangover Part II

Contact: Brittany Sodora / (630) 839-9830

Baby Furniture Plus Association, an association of independent specialty stores in the juvenile industry celebrates their twenty five year anniversary this September. “Since 1986, Baby Furniture Plus Association has been devoted specifically to the needs and best interest of the juvenile merchants and the industry. Assisting its member stores in operating highly profitable businesses, and providing an exceptional level of customer service and valuable programs has not changed in twenty five years,” said Beth Jarabek, Executive Director of Baby Furniture Plus Association.

TORONTO – Seasons UV, the makers of 50++ UPF swimwear, Real Kids Shades and Tail Wags Helmet Covers are together promoting safety this summer by offering useful tips to parents. One of the biggest concerns is sun exposure when children are out playing. Seasons UV and Real Kids Shades are encouraging parents to provide sun protection, beyond sun screen, by highlighting the importance of proper clothing and sun glasses.

When I emailed Marlo Poole of Carolina Baby Company with questions about her products, I received a reply within hours. I was impressed by her prompt attention. A simple gesture, but for a company as successful and as busy as the sales rep organization Carolina Baby Company, the ability to respond and communicate with clients, buyers, and press in such a prompt manner is a key tool in effective marketing. “Everyone gets a response from us the same business day,” Poole wrote, “and we’ve been told how important that is to our buyers.” Carolina Baby Company represents at least 25 brands, including Itzy Ritzy, Zoe B Organic, Four Peas, Bambino Mio, and Baby JaR.

Itzy Ritzy Caught by the Paparazzi

Super fans Pink and Carey Hart are captured all over LA protecting baby girl Willow Sage with Itzy Ritzy’s Peek-A-Boo Pod™ Infant Carrier Pod. Perfect for shading Willow from the hot sun, creating a cozy nook for on-the-go naps, and shielding her from the paparazzi, the Peek-A-Boo Pod is a Hollywood baby necessity! Your customers deserve the same special treatment!

Contact: Brittany Sodora / (630) 839-9830

In honor of yesterday’s Father’s Day, we are continuing the celebration of dads with a very special edition of the Spider Insider. Meet Itzy Ritzy CEO Brian Douglas, dad to three beautiful children, in our Parent Profile. Brian may enjoy his role running Itzy Ritzy, but he says “being a dad is the absolute best”!

Name: Brian Alexander Douglas

Names of kids/ages/genders/and what they’re into these days:
I have three wonderful children, two daughters and one son.

Contact: Brittany Sodora / (630) 839-9830
New Address

It’s Moving Day at the Itzy Ritzy Headquarters!

The office and warehouse at Itzy Ritzy headquarters are doubling in size! We’re all packed up and in the process of moving into our sleek new place.

As always, we thank you, our accounts, sales reps, distributors, and media partners for all of your support for Itzy Ritzy.

Contact: Brittany Sodora / (630) 839-9830

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