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Week of May 24, 2010

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Schick® Introduces Hydro To Men's Shavers

Energizer introduced the new Schick Hydro™ that will revolutionize men's shaves by protecting and caring for skin while it removes hair thanks to many new technologies proven to reduce irritation. While current Schick razors deliver high performance, Schick Hydro is nothing less than a total rebuild of the razor system - blade cartridge, lubricating system, trimming blade, and handle -all working together to reduce shaving irritation. Schick is also launching its first line of shave gels in the U.S. under the Hydro banner, which will help men prepare their faces for shaving and add an extra boost of hydration to their skin. The Schick Hydro razor will be available to consumers in three-blade and five-blade versions. The three-blade version delivers high performance and protection for men seeking top performance at a better value.

The Hydro five-blade offers the latest in razor technology, including a never before seen flip trimmer, an Advanced Hydrating Gel Reservoir with vitamin E and five smooth glide blades. Central to the Hydro innovations is the addition of Skin Guards, innovative skin protectors that smooth out skin between blades, protecting the skin during shaves; an Advanced Hydrating Gel Reservoir that delivers concentrated moisturizing lubricants to the skin, going well beyond conventional lubricating strips; the advent of a flip trimmer, which allows men to flip back the Hydrating Gel Reservoir for precise edging and shaving in tight areas; and a new ergonomic handle design.

Office Depot Features Poster Boards & Accessories Center

Office Depot stores are featuring this Poster Boards, Project Boards and Accessories Center. The custom wire shelf and divider system displays various sizes and color of presentation boards, project boards and accessories. The custom shelf system was designed to hook into standard store gondolas. Special signage designates the different product categories and provides product information to help customers find the appropriate products for their projects. This display system was created for Office Depot by Nashville Display, a Lebanon, TN-based point-of-purchase display firm. (Web site) www.nashvilledisplay.com

WD Displays New One Terabyte My Passport SE for Mac Portable Drives

WD®, a world leader in external storage solutions, has introduced its new one terabyte (TB) and 750 gigabyte (GB) capacity My Passport™ SE for Mac® portable USB drives. The new My Passport SE for Mac portable drives are formatted for Mac and compatible with Apple Time Machine® software.

Perfect for saving, storing and backing up Mac computers, these ultra-portable 1 TB and 750 GB My Passport SE drives are easy to carry because they are USB-powered and do not need an external power adapter. Equipped with 256-bit hardware encryption with password protection for an extra level of security, this small drive with mega-capacity give users peace-of-mind knowing that their data is protected from unauthorized access or theft.

"With over 10 billion songs downloaded from the iTunes® store, the enormous capacity of the new My Passport SE for Mac drives makes them the perfect travel-friendly storage device to hold all the rich media content collected by videographers, creative professionals and digital media enthusiasts with large digital media collections," said Dale Pistilli, vice president of marketing for WD's branded products group.

Office Depot Launches Major Environmental Initiative To Open 'Green' Retail Stores

Office Depot® will pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Commercial Interiors (CI) certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for all new Office Depot retail stores, beginning in June 2010. LEED CI is the recognized system for certifying high-performance green interiors that are healthy, productive places to work; are less costly to operate and maintain; and have a reduced environmental footprint. Realizing that the Company does not always have control of the building - especially when occupying an existing site - Office Depot will make sustainable choices wherever possible and seek LEED CI certification.

"As a retailer with store locations opening around the country, we have a great opportunity to make a difference on the overall environmental footprint of today's businesses," said Chuck Rubin, President of North American Retail for Office Depot. "Office Depot takes that role very seriously and have therefore decided to LEED CI certify all of our new store locations going forward. We are confident that this initiative will benefit our customers, associates, suppliers and other stakeholders."

New Packaging Propels Quiznos 'Eat Toasty, Be Green' Campaign To Reduce Quick Service Restaurant's Impact On Environment

Quiznos, a quick service restaurant chain, recently launched its "Eat Toasty, Be Green" campaign by introducing several types of more environmentally responsible packaging -- helping to minimize its impact on the environment by attempting to reduce the eco-footprint of its packaging.

Quiznos stores now feature several new types of packaging, including: 100 percent compostable wax-coated paper cups; Pulp salad bowls made from renewable sugarcane; Plastic lids made of 30 percent post-consumer-recycled PET bottles; Napkins made from 100 percent recycled material and fibers (90 percent post-consumer) and Catering lunch boxes made of 100 percent recycled paperboard (35 percent post-consumer). By making its packaging more environmentally responsible, Quiznos is taking steps to lessen the impact each of its thousands of independently owned and operated U.S. stores has on the eco-health of the nation at no additional cost to Franchise Owners.

adidas And NBA Launch Official NBA Shop At Champs Sports

The National Basketball Association, adidas, and Champs Sports, a leading mall-based athletic retailer, have launched the Official NBA Shop at Champs Sports. The NBA Shop will be placed in all Champs Sports stores nationwide by the start of the 2010-11 NBA season.

The NBA Shop at Champs Sports will be a dedicated retail space featuring a wide assortment of adidas NBA performance and lifestyle apparel, including on-court products, fashion collections, and exclusive adidas NBA apparel and accessories year round. adidas is the league's official uniform and apparel provider. The NBA Shop at Champs Sports will feature player imagery, a replica NBA backboard and a hardwood floor graphic to provide fans with the league's authentic look and feel. Each shop will have a dedicated selection of local team products and an assortment of products representing some of the NBA's most popular players.

"The launch of the Official NBA Shop further strengthens our positioning in the mall as the destination for any die-hard sports fan," said Vice President of Marketing for Champs Sports Rob Brodersen. "The product assortment from adidas and the overall shop design will provide our consumers a terrific shopping experience within the mall."

adidas Vice President of Global Basketball, Lawrence Norman, said, "We're excited to work with the NBA and Champs Sports to bring this product directly to NBA fans at a one-stop destination that provides authentic, fashionable gear for fans on and off the court."

"The NBA Shop at Champs Sports provides us with a terrific opportunity to engage our fans year round with a wide selection of the newest and most popular NBA adidas products," said NBA Senior Vice President Sales Development and Retail Marketing Chris Brennan. "We've worked closely with Champs Sports and adidas to create a dedicated space within each store that brings to life the excitement of the NBA with products our fans will love."

Burger King Debuts Premium Steakhouse XT™ Burger Line Using State-Of-The-Art Broiler

BURGER KING® restaurants nationwide are cooking with a ground-breaking new broiler that takes product quality and menu innovation to great-tasting new heights. This state-of-the-art equipment is the heart of BURGER KING® restaurant kitchens. The broiler, supplied by two manufacturers, features proprietary technology that allows restaurants to further enhance the brand's famous flame-fresh taste and provides the flexibility necessary to explore a wider range of innovative, delicious, fire-grilled foods.

"This new broiler is a game-changing piece of equipment and a significant point of differentiation for us," said John Schaufelberger, senior vice president, global product marketing and innovation, Burger King Corporation. "Not only is the technology revolutionary to our industry, it is proprietary to the BURGER KING® brand. It allows us to up the ante in our product development across the board - from superior quality food and unconventional menu innovations to even more competitive value offerings."

The casual dining quality Steakhouse XT™ premium burger line flame-broiled to perfection, is debuting at BURGER KING® restaurants nationwide this month and is among the first menu offerings made possible by the revolutionary new cooking system. The Steakhouse XT™ is a steakhouse dining experience from top to bottom. The premium sandwich features 7 ounces of seasoned ground beef topped with crisp lettuce, onions, red-ripe tomatoes, ketchup and mayo all on a corn-dusted bakery bun. Ranging from a suggested retail price of $3.99 to $4.49, the Steakhouse XT™ premium burger offerings further increase the variety of high-quality, affordable menu items to BURGER KING® restaurant guests.

Kodak Continues To Bring Innovation To The Photo Category With New Enhancements For Kodak Picture Kiosk

Building on the momentum it enjoys worldwide in retail solutions, Eastman Kodak Company is introducing a host of new features and functionality enhancements in its digital printing solutions, along with new print media and film products, designed to deliver the best possible customer experience and productivity per square foot in the photo processing industry.

Social Network Connectivity of the KODAK Picture Kiosk, a breakthrough new connectivity between KODAK Picture Kiosks and some of the world's most popular online photo storing and sharing sites: Facebook®, KODAK Gallery, and Picasa™ Web Albums, allowing millions of users to access their photo libraries from the Kodak Kiosks. Consumers using a KODAK Picture Kiosk running the new KODAK Picture Kiosk Software v4.0 with the social network connectivity feature enabled can easily access, right from the store, photos they have stored online, and then they can quickly and easily create stunning sharing solutions ranging from standard prints to personalized photo keepsakes such as collages, greeting cards, photo books, KODAK Picture Movie DVDs, calendars and more. This now enables impulse retail purchases from millions of users of these sites.

Kodak's Video Snapshots feature lets consumers quickly and easily review and select individual frames from their video files, convert them into still images, and then use those pictures to create prints, collages, greeting cards, photo books and calendars, or store them on a CD. Kodak's Pet Eye Retouch allows consumers to fix the very common and problematic pet eye glare caused by flash photography of their furry companions. With 71 million pet households in the U.S. alone, pets rank in the top four of all captured images. Consumer research shows that 65 percent of consumers were likely to use this feature, and remarkably, 28 percent would be willing to go to another location where they can get it. Kodak's Facial Retouch is a market-proven feature that instantly smoothes wrinkles, diminishes and/or erases blemishes and improves skin tone for more perfect photo keepsakes.

Wikiup Home Mechanical Insulations Store, Designed To Help Homeowners Reduce Energy Costs, Opens In Orland Park, IL

Wikiup Home Mechanical Insulations has opened the Wikiup store, in Orland Park, IL, which offers an exclusive range of home mechanical insulation products and services, including its signature Wiki Kit™, a "do it yourself" home mechanical insulation kit designed to help homeowners reduce energy consumption, lower home heating costs, prevent mold and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by insulating their hot and cold water pipes and hot water heater.

"There is a void in the mainstream market for a retail service that provides materials, instruction and technical advice that will allow homeowners to self-install thermal insulation," said Loren Lysen, President of Wikiup Home Mechanical Insulation Centers. "By combining products from leading U.S. insulation manufacturers with our own custom fabricated components, such as pipe fittings and tank blankets, Wikiup enables homeowners to self-install the very high quality thermal insulation. Exclusive arrangements with major U.S. material suppliers make it possible for us to provide industry-proven products at prices well below the cost of lesser-quality components typically sold separately by major home improvement chains."

The new Wikiup Home Mechanical Insulation center in Orland Park features typical home mechanical systems, including various sized gas and electric hot water heaters and hot and cold water pipes, making it easy for customers to learn first-hand how to measure their system accurately and install Wikiup mechanical insulation materials easily.

Darden Announces Sustainable Restaurant Design Initiative; Olive Garden In Jonesboro, Ark., Is First Of Eight Restaurants Designed For LEED Certification

Darden Restaurants has begun a system-wide sustainable restaurant design initiative involving the use of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards in its restaurant design process for all new restaurants and, where feasible, restaurant remodels. The initiative is part of Darden's broader sustainability efforts aimed at limiting business impact on the environment while also enhancing the operational efficiency of its restaurants.

Darden's three largest brands - Red Lobster, Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse - are designing eight restaurants to achieve LEED certification from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). The company plans to apply what it learns from those eight restaurants to new restaurants and remodels across its portfolio in the future. The Olive Garden in Jonesboro, Ark., is the first of eight restaurants the company is designing to meet LEED standards. One more Olive Garden and two Red Lobsters are scheduled to open in 2010, followed by one Olive Garden, two Red Lobsters and one LongHorn Steakhouse in 2011.

"Our goal with this initiative is to utilize each of the eight restaurants as a learning lab," said Suk Singh, senior vice president of Development for Darden. "While we may not seek LEED certification for every restaurant we build or remodel, we can make a positive impact by learning from the eight restaurants where we are seeking LEED certification and applying best practices across our entire portfolio.

Denny's Fuels America's Appetite For Value With Unlimited Free Refills Of French Fries And Pancakes

Denny's is continuing to provide value to America by taking the unlimited refills concept to a whole new level. Through the end of March, Denny's is offering unlimited free refills of two of America's favorites, French fries and pancakes, at participating locations nationwide. Valid 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the offer applies to any order of French fries or pancakes served with an entrée, including both original buttermilk pancakes and Denny's Hearty Wheat pancakes, for a limited time.

"Clearly times are still hard and everyday we're all looking for ways to stretch hard-earned dollars farther and farther," said John Dillon, Vice President Marketing, Denny's Corporation. "By offering unlimited refills on not just one but two favorite items, we are able to provide even more everyday value on items our guests love. Who doesn't want seconds of pancakes and fries… especially when they're free?" Beyond unlimited refills of French fries and pancakes, Denny's also continues to offer America everyday value with the re-launch of its Free Grand Slam® meal birthday program. Consumers are invited to enjoy a Free Grand Slam® meal at participating restaurants.

Ace Hardware To Sell Craftsman Tools

The Craftsman tool brand will now be sold through Ace Hardware stores. Under the first phase of the agreement, qualifying Ace stores will be able to sell the Craftsman brand including hand tools, portable power tools, compressors, wet/dry vacs and tool storage.

"This alliance will reinforce Ace stores as a premium destination for customers shopping for tools and other quality core hardware products," said Ray Griffith, Ace president and chief executive officer. "Bringing the nationally-trusted Craftsman brand to the aisles of the most helpful hardware stores in America will benefit both our retailers and customers."

"This is an exciting, strategic move that expands access to Craftsman for existing and new customers," said Bruce Johnson, interim chief executive officer and president for Sears Holdings. "Offering an assortment of Craftsman products more broadly through Ace locations will strengthen the Craftsman brand, which already has an incredible reputation for innovation, quality and trust."

New AMP Energy Juice Launches Nationwide, Provides 100% Juice With All the Power of AMP Energy

AMP Energy is introducing its new AMP Energy Juice, a 100% juice infused with all the power of AMP Energy. A new alternative to morning java, AMP Energy Juice contains all the power of the other drinks in the AMP Energy family, while also providing an excellent source of B and C vitamins. Made with a stimulating blend of taurine, ginseng, guarana and no sugar added, new AMP Energy Juice is a great option for those looking for solutions to get a boost of energy.

Now available in 12-ounce single serving re-sealable bottles in flavors including Orange and Mixed Berry, AMP Energy Juice can be enjoyed conveniently on-the-go or during any type of activity. AMP Energy Juice is currently being sold in convenience stores and at grocery retailers nationwide.

"We're really excited about the launch of our first-ever energy juice, offering consumers a different energy option to help them kick-start their day," said Dave Mingey, vice president of marketing, AMP Energy. "Many core consumers told us they weren't interested in coffee to solve their morning energy needs. They needed something that went beyond traditional energy drinks. So we're answering their calls for more energy options by introducing AMP Energy Juice, as well as a full pipeline of innovations for 2010."

Nike Launches Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II

NIKE, Inc. has unveiled the Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II, a lightweight boot featuring a new, unique adaptive traction system designed for explosive acceleration. The Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II features a reengineered upper for enhanced fit and ball control for fast feet. The vibrant ultra-violet color boosts visibility on the pitch. Next-generation Nike Flywire technology incorporated into the boot's streamlined upper provides a lightweight, strong and more dynamic fit. The carbon composite tuned chassis provides a lightweight platform with traction elements and allows players to stay closer to the ground. The Mercurial Vapor SuperFly II also gives consumers unprecedented access to the training insights of the world's top players, teams and coaches through Nike Football+. Each pair of boots comes with a unique user code that can be used to unlock trade secrets from inside the game and the next installment of Nike Football+, Master Speed training content on NikeFootball.com. The Nike Football+ Master Speed program provides exclusive access to Brazil national team stars Robinho, Fabiano and Nilmar, putting the power of speed directly into footballers' hands and their game day preparation.

Graine de Vie Introduces Natural Body Care Collection Derived From Grape Seeds

Graine de Vie LLC has launched SEED, its natural body care products collection, at Whole Foods Market in the Pacific Northwest region. Company co-founders Rebecca and Benjamin Gournay developed SEED to market a powerful and 100% Natural body care line that showcases the beneficial skincare benefits of seeds and seed nutrients. The grape seed oil based collection features Nourishing Body Lotions, Moisturizing Body Soaps, and Lathering Hair Shampoo Bars. SEED is accessible to all, targeting women and men who seek products that feel great and lets them feel great about using them. Each tiny grape seed, a natural byproduct of the wine-making process, is rich in Vitamin E, a potent mix of antioxidants, and beneficial essential fatty acids, all known for healthy skin benefits.

HP Teams With Designer Vivienne Tam To Create Eye-Catching Netbook With Audio

HP and world-renowned designer Vivienne Tam have made available the latest in "digital clutch" chic with the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition netbook with audio. Combining Tam's "Butterfly Lovers" design with premium PC technology, the HP Mini 210 Vivienne Tam Edition is poised to become the next must-have accessory. Starting at 2.7 pounds and less than 1-inch thin, it fits easily into purses or bags. Reflecting Tam's spring 2010 collection, the netbook design is inspired by the classic Chinese love story, "Butterfly Lovers," a beautiful tale of freedom, romance and inspiration. Integrated directly into the netbook's lid using HP Imprint technology, the design is as durable as it is stunning.

KAH Tequila Launched To Celebrate New Beginnings

KAH Tequila has been introduced by Elements Spirits and arrives at retailers and restaurants for spring. This is an auspicious time for parent company Elements Spirits to launch KAH, as it has its cultural roots in Aztec and Meso-American observances of Day of the Dead, which in turn represents rebirth and new beginnings. In rural Mexico, where Day of the Dead is very much an institution, people visit the cemetery to not only honor the past but celebrate everything that makes life good, including the favorite foods of their loved ones. KAH Tequila's bottle captures that enduring spirit, from the exquisitely rendered skull shape to the motifs and flourishes that adorn it. The tequila inside, meanwhile, continues the theme, as the distillers have lovingly transformed agave from the earth into lively Blanco, Reposado and Anejo varieties.

"Elements Spirits is the only producer that takes the tequila experience beyond the bottle and the glass," said Kim Brandi, CEO Elements Spirits. "KAH was specially created to represent the celebration of Life."

LG Electronics Offers First Vacuum Cleaner Line For U.S. Market

LG Electronics is adding to its innovative technologies for the home with the introduction of its first-ever line of vacuum cleaners in the United States. LG vacuums are designed to clean effectively, provide ease of use and reduce allergens in the home environment by incorporating innovative solutions such as DualForce™ suction, Kompressor technology and a larger bin. These advanced features pick up dirt and debris across a wide suction area, compact the bin contents to hold more, and allow for easy disposal of compacted dust. LG's top-of-the line LuV300B features the industry's longest cleaning reach, with an extra-long 40-foot cord and 15-foot hose, making it easier for consumers to clean a larger area in less time without having to switch outlets multiple times to reach the entire space. The LuV300B is available in Riviera Blue and the LuV200R, is available in Wild Cherry Red. LuV200R incorporates all the same core functionalities of the LuV300B, aside from the Click 'N Go feature, and includes a 30-foot auto-rewind cord, the industry's longest auto-rewind cord length. Products will be available early in the second quarter of 2010.

New Lime Melonade Cooler Is Great On Its Own Or Mixed In A Cocktail

New Seagram's Escapes Lime Melonade flavored cooler can be easily enjoyed right out of the bottle, or mixed with other spirits to create unique, colorful and affordable drinks perfect for entertaining. "The Lime Melonade base adds tons of flavor without a huge price tag," said Jennifer McCauley, brand manager for Seagram's Escapes. "More and more people are looking for refreshing ways to surprise and entertain guests. Seagram's Escapes help creative hosts deliver delicious cocktails without spending a fortune."

Belkin Introduces SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Products

Belkin has launched a new line of SuperSpeed USB 3.0 products, including a PCIe Add-In Card, ExpressCard, and Premium A-B and Micro-B Cables. SuperSpeed USB 3.0 products provide a high rate of transfer speed that allows users to move content-rich media back and forth between different devices.

USB 3.0 is specified to transfer at five gigabits per second, or 10 times faster than USB 2.0. With SuperSpeed USB 3.0 products, users can do the following faster than before: Download HD movies and other multimedia, Transfer high-bandwidth media and files back and forth and Charge and sync devices, like a digital camera or smartphone.

Easton Hockey Launches S19 Z-Shock(TM) Helmet Setting New Industry Standard In Protection, Weight

Easton Hockey has launched its new S19 Z-Shock™ helmet. Drawing on the innovations and experience of the Easton-Bell Sports Helmet Technology Center in Scotts Valley, Calif., the S19 Z-Shock has been developed to weigh about as much as a small cup of coffee at just 325 grams, about half the weight of a traditional hockey helmet. It immediately becomes the lightest and most protective helmet in the NHL. Utilizing a patented solid state construction manufacturing process which combines polycarbonate plastic micro-shells and Expanded Polypropylene (EPP) foam laminated together, the ultra lightweight S19 Z-Shock offers impact absorption results found to exceed the minimum protection requirements of all three governing safety bodies by as much as 40%.

General Imaging Unveils Exclusive 'Create By Jason Wu' Camera Collection

General Imaging (GIC), exclusive licensee of GE branded digital cameras, has unveiled "Create by Jason Wu," the result of a year-long exclusive collaboration with one of today's leading fashion designers, Jason Wu, to develop a unique collection of point-and-shoot cameras. Create represents a technical evolution in how consumers take pictures, with simplicity at the forefront and introduces Jason Wu's timeless style and luxurious detailing to the world of digital cameras. The Create collection is available in a variety of custom metal and leather colors, selected by Wu.

New Food Storage Solution CoverMate(R) Food Covers Introduced

CoverMate® Food Covers, now available in a new Variety Pack at supermarkets and mass merchant retailers nationwide, provide a solution to common food storage, preparation and serving challenges. These new food covers stretch-to-fit any size or shape plate, bowl, or containers, are reusable, and are microwavable and dishwasher safe. The covers eliminate the hassle of searching for the correct size food container lid, and take the guess work and struggle out of using plastic wrap or aluminum foil. The CoverMate Variety Pack contains a selection of four sizes perfect for covering everything in the kitchen from small cans and food storage containers, to casserole dishes and even large party platters.

Manufactured in the U.S., the covers include a patent pending FlexBand® that creates a secure seal over any size or shape container while enabling them to stretch easily, even after repeated use. CoverMate Food Covers, which are manufactured and marketed by CoverMate Inc., are available at over 10,000 retail stores nationwide.

Green Mountain Coffee And J.M. Smucker Team To Introduce Folgers K-Cups

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters and The J.M. Smucker Company have formed a multiyear manufacturing and distribution agreement under which GMCR will manufacture certain coffee brands owned by Smucker, including Folgers® Gourmet Selections™ and Millstone® in single-serve K-Cup® portion packs for Keurig® Single-Cup Brewers. Green Mountain Coffee Roasters will be the exclusive manufacturer of Smucker coffee brands of K-Cups using roasted and blended coffee beans provided by Smucker. A select offering of Smucker coffee brands of K-Cups are expected to be available to consumers beginning in the fall of 2010.

NEW PawSafe Household Cleaners Make Cleaning Safe For Pets And Kids

Simple Solution has introduced its new line of cleaners formulated specifically with pets and kids in mind: PawSafe™ Household Cleaners, for a clean and safe home. Many consumers are unaware of the harmful effects traditional household cleaners can pose to their pets. PawSafe Household Cleaners are formulated without harsh chemicals, using natural plant-based ingredients like deionized water, vegetable derived surfactants, citric acid, emulsifiers, fragrance and organic pigments. All are safe and just as effective as traditional cleaners without leaving dangerous chemical residues behind.

"With PawSafe there is no need for warning labels that read 'hazardous to humans and domestic animals' that you may find on traditional household cleaners," said Amber Zable, Brand Manager. "PawSafe Household Cleaners deliver a safe, powerful clean for pet parents and moms alike who are concerned about the health of their dogs, cats and kids. We've formulated six cleaning products that rival leading household cleaners on performance, ease of use and safety."

Chobani Offers First-Ever Kids' Greek Yogurt Product Nationwide

Chobani Greek Yogurt is offering a new line of yogurt for kids, Chobani Champions. The launch marks the first Greek yogurt in the United States made exclusively for children's tastes. Chobani has combined the nutritional benefits of its Greek yogurt products that traditionally appeal to adults with kid-pleasing flavors for an all-natural line of yogurts that are nutritious, delicious and fun to eat. The packages include games inside the tray for added amusement. The 2% Chobani Champions line will be sold in 4-oz cups to better accommodate a child-size appetite. With all of the same nutritional benefits as adult-sized 100% natural Chobani products, each cup of Champions packs in 10% of the daily calcium requirement with five live and active cultures including three probiotics and two times more protein than other yogurts. Champions will be offered in four flavor combinations, including StrawNana, VerryBerry and HoneyNana, as well as Chocolate.

Universal Music Group Appoints Candace Berry To EVP Sales And Marketing

Universal Music Group has appointed Candace Berry to Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Universal Music Distribution. Most recently, Ms. Berry served as head of sales for Interscope Geffen A&M, where she spearheaded sales and marketing efforts on behalf of many chart-topping artists.

Roger Drake Appointed SVP Of Marketing For Morton's Restaurant Group

Morton's The Steakhouse has named Roger Drake Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications. In his new role, Drake will be responsible for developing and implementing the strategic vision of the company's marketing programs and promotions, both externally and internally, and will be working very closely with the Morton's executive team and the company's strong marketing and sales teams to continue to further enhance company revenues and overall awareness for the Morton's The Steakhouse brand.

Kimball Furniture Group Promotes Kourtney Smith To V.P. Of Marketing

Kimball International has promoted Kourtney Smith to the position of Vice President of Marketing for the Company's National Office Furniture brand. As Vice President of Marketing, Smith will assume responsibility for the marketing organization and the achievement of National Office Furniture brand goals, including support and oversight of the brand's strategic direction and growth objectives.

InnerWorkings Announces Large Scale Print Management Agreement with Unilever

InnerWorkings, Inc., Chicago, has entered into a multi-year enterprise print management agreement with Unilever. Unilever North America will outsource all print, promotional and display related procurement for all of its brands - including point of purchase, commercial print, packaging and more - to InnerWorkings.

Testrite Visual Products offers Mercury Retractable Banner Stands

Testrite Visual Products offers Mercury Retractable Banner Stands. These banner stands feature a telescopic pole system for infinite height adjustements from 36” to 96”. Mercury Banner Stand models are offered up to 60” wide. For more information, contact Testrite Visual Products, 216 South Newman St., Hackensack, NJ 07601; (Tel) 201-543-0240; (Web site) www.testrite.com

Above All Advertising Introduces Flex Blade® flying Banners

Above All Advertising offers a large selection of Flex Blade® flying banners for outdoor point-of-purchase advertising. Flex Blade® banners are made with fade resistant inks. Flex Blade® flying banners are incredibly light and are visible from many directions as they move in the wind. For more information, contact Above All Advertising, 6980 Corte Santa Fe, San Diego, CA 92121; (Tel) 866-552-2683; (Web Site) www.abovealladvertising.com

Elite Display Introduces The Digital Brand Ambassador

Elite Display USA has introduced The Digital Brand Ambassador, which combines a static branding message with a digital screen, encased in an acrylic housing. The result is a unique, economical display that attracts attention at the point-of-purchase. Programs are easily updated for new campaigns. For more information, contact Elite Display USA, 38 South 21st Street, Kenilworth, NJ 07033; (Tel) 908-418-8659; (Web site) www.digitalbrandambassador.com

Showcraft has introduces EuroPod Kiosk

Showcraft has introduced the euroPod kiosk, which provides a well designed, eye-catching and affordable kiosk with portable/modular features. The unique hybrid aluminum/fabric construction allows for easy install and transport and offers a wide range of sophisticated hardware/software applications. The affordability, durablilty and versatility allows users to utilize the euroPod for multiple shows or events. For more information, contact Showcraft, 1357 Larc Industrial Blvd., Burnsville, MN 55337; (Tel) 952.890.4200; (Web site) www.showcraft.com

ProExhibits Adds 50,000 sq. ft. to Manufacturing and Storage Capacity

ProExhibits, a trade show exhibits and events industry leader, has expanded its manufacturing and storage capacity with over 50,000 square feet of additional space in Milpitas, California. Clients of ProExhibits will find the expanded warehouse facilities to be the ultimate manufacturing, staging, and storage solution for their trade show exhibits and events requirements. Due to the expanded height of ProExhibits' new trade show exhibits space, two- story custom trade show exhibits over 10,000 sq' can be clearly viewed with tension fabric signs hung above. Clients will have the advantage of seeing what their exhibit will look like on the trade show floor. (Web site) www.proexhibits.com

LuxuryTec And N4D Form Strategic Partnership To Bring 3D To Digital Signage

North Carolina based LuxuryTec, provider of The Mirror Image Digital Network, and Atlanta based N4D a provider of the first physiologically correct stereoscopic 3D technology, have formed a strategic exclusive partnership to provide auto stereoscopic (no glasses needed) 3D digital mirror signage across the USA in facilities including airports, major sporting venues and others. LuxuryTec's Founder and President, Brian Reid stated, "Our strategic partnership brings a new dimension to advertising. Studies show that 3-D advertising leaves a lasting, memorable impression. Our captivating Mirror Image technology coupled with auto-stereoscopic 3-D will enable advertisers to literally reach out and engage every consumer...guaranteed."

N4D's patented technology scientifically displays 3D in a way that invokes an emotional attachment with the message increasing comprehension and retention of the information thus creating incremental value for brand advertisers. CEO of N4D, Clif Parker, explained, "N4D's 20 years of perception research provides LuxuryTec with a definite edge in the industry. It also ensures that their customers and viewers of the 3D advertisements will enjoy the world's most comfortable 3D experience. We see this type of advertising approach becoming very popular with companies looking to reach consumers that have become desensitized to traditional media." (Web site) www.luxurytec.com

Johnny Cupcakes Nationwide 'Suitcase Tour' Hits The Road With Exclusive Designs

Johnny Cupcakes is about to take his Cupcake Mobile on a nationwide tour this April, bringing his brand to all his fans that have yet to meet him or visit one of his stores. In possession of several vintage suitcases, Johnny will place exclusive items in each one for the tour. To date, there are six unique t-shirt designs, one tie, one New Era hat, one five-panel cap, and one keychain available exclusively for this one-of-a-kind road-trip. Johnny will be trailed by videographers throughout his journey and will produce a series of Webisodes chronicling his travel adventures across as many states as possible.

The tour in Soho, New York and Massachusetts. Johnny Cupcakes' whimsical designs have been pleasing fans since he first started making them in 2000. He began his career selling his t-shirts out of his rusty old car and on tour with his band, On Broken Wings in 2001. Eventually his cupcake and crossbones themed goods outstripped sales of his band's merchandise on their tours.

RMG Networks And The New York Times Launch Digital Place-Based Network

RMG Networks and The New York Times have launched "NYTimes.com Today", a fully-branded NYTimes.com content experience for readers on the move. This digital place-based network features the latest news headlines, photos, and a selection of videos exclusively from NYTimes.com.

The network is displayed on video screens in over 800 business district cafés and eateries in the New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, and San Francisco markets. RMG's existing digital place-based network (formerly known as 'Danoo') has been entirely re-envisioned to emulate the familiar, trusted design of NYTimes.com. Viewers can go to www.NYT2day.com on their mobile devices to receive a direct link to the NYTimes.com Today mobile site (NYTimes.com Today, featuring the full articles displayed on the screens.

"This platform is a great opportunity to expose our brand to new audiences in a medium that is quickly expanding," said Murray Gaylord, Vice President of Marketing, NYTimes.com and Customer Insight, The New York Times Media Group. "We also believe this is an innovative way to extend The Times's brand to its large audience of business professionals in our key markets." (Web site) www.rmgnetworks.com

Disney*Pixar Promotes 'Toy Story & Toy Story 2' For The First Time Ever In High Def Blu-ray™+ DVD Combo

This spring, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment is promoting the high definition debuts of Disney*Pixar's original animated classics Toy Story and Toy Story 2 in a Blu-ray™+ DVD Combo Pack, followed seven weeks later by the Special Edition DVDs. For the first time ever, these two groundbreaking films will be presented with eye-popping 1080p high definition picture and 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio sound, along with hours of innovative new bonus features. Also included are exclusive sneak peeks at Disney*Pixar's Toy Story 3, hitting U.S. theaters.

Magnetic 3D Unveils New Glasses-Free 3D Solutions

Magnetic 3D is unveiling a brand-new 22-inch glasses-free 3D Emersa display that joins the company's line of 22-inch, 42-inch and 47-inch glasses-free 3D Allura displays, which are all designed to create POP experiences that captivate the masses, generate excitement and drive sales. Unlike other glasses-free 3D displays, Magnetic 3D screens are backwards compatible allowing for seamless playback of 2D and 3D content. This allows the operator to have complete creative control over the viewing experience and presents a future-proof option for installations across multiple platforms.

Magnetic 3D's Emersa line of displays consists of 3D monitor solutions ranging from 22- to 42-inches for applications that require close proximity viewing, including presentations, digital prototyping, gaming and content creation. (Web site) www.magnetic3d.com

iPOWOW! And MediaTile Collaborate To Develop Real-Time, Interactive Audience Measurement System For Digital Signage

iPOWOW!, a developer and service provider of market research tools for gathering viewer opinion through online video, and The MediaTile Company, a leader in 3G and 4G cellular digital signage and SaaS solutions, have entered into a joint collaboration agreement to develop and market a new interactive audience measurement system for digital signage touch screen systems. This innovative solution will extend the capabilities of digital signs and dramatically increase the value-add of displays for network operators.

This "interactive audience measurement" process is powered by iPOWOW! technology and MediaTile's latest release of the MediaCast Saas System that enables brands, agencies, and enterprises of all kinds to solicit, collect and measure real-time viewer feedback on video and flash-based promotions using touch-screen-enabled digital signs.

"This is a true breakthrough for viewer engagement and measurement, not only for the digital signage market, but in the overall approach that companies have traditionally taken to collect and analyze consumer interests and attitudes," said Gary Davis, CEO, iPOWOW!. "This will revolutionize the way marketers and communicators think about focus groups and eliciting feedback in general." "We are very excited to be working with iPOWOW!, and to develop a new approach for collecting viewer analytics," said Simon Wilson, CEO of The MediaTile Company. "By integrating this technology with our MediaCast SaaS and cellular solution, customers can deploy touch-screen displays virtually anywhere and collect real-time feedback from viewers." (Web site) www.mediatile.com

UPP Entertainment Marketing Named To Activate Carhartt Work Wear Brand

Burbank, CA-based UPP Entertainment Marketing, www.upp.net, a full-service entertainment marketing agency, will begin providing brand activations for Carhartt, the global rugged apparel company. "We're more than just a rugged work wear brand," said Randy Meza, Director of Marketing for Carhartt. "Carhartt offers a wide selection of men's and women's rugged apparel that can take our consumers from work to the weekend and UPP is the opportunity to help spread the word." (Web site) www.upp.net

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