Eastman Kodak Company has introduced the Kodak Picture Kiosk GS Compact, a solution that provides retailers without a photoprinting category an easy to use, plug and play solution that can be up and running in minutes. Retailers looking for an entry-level solution to self-service picture printing will find the new Kodak GS Compact Picture Maker is perfect for low traffic situations.
"The new Kodak Picture Kiosk GS Compact provides retailers a compact category solution that delivers retailer profit out of the box in only minutes," said Nicki Zongrone, General Manager, Worldwide Kiosk Systems and Services and V.P., Consumer Digital Imaging Group.
Its compact countertop design is extremely space efficient and well-suited for smaller shops with demand for 30-70 prints per day. The GS Compact produces the same Kodak lab-quality prints as full-sized kiosks. The new Kodak GS Compact Picture Kiosk will be available worldwide beginning in September.
Mandee Stores Promotes Switchfoot's New Album Release, "Oh! Gravity"
The chart-topping, multi-platinum recording alternative rock group, Switchfoot, is celebrating the recent release of its 6th album "Oh! Gravity," with a nationwide in-store promotion at Mandee, the hip and trendy fashion shop for teens.
Launched by Retail Entertainment Design for Columbia Records and Mandee, the "Go Backstage with Switchfoot" promotion includes a grand prize trip with VIP tickets to meet Switchfoot and a shopping spree at Mandee stores. Mandee will carry "Oh! Gravity" in over 125 store locations, including New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Illinois.
New Ogio Square Golf Bag Fixture Maximizes Space & Retailer Profits
Ogio, a leading golf bag manufacturer, has developed a new square point-of-purchase display that maximizes vertical space as well as retailer profits.
The 6'W x 4'D vertical golf bag fixture enables stores to display up to 24 bags where once only 8 bags fit. These new fixtures also promote sales of the Company's RAIL (Rapid Access Incline Lock) device on new cart bags, as well as the TORQ stabilizing strap. Each display is outfitted with special bars that mimic golf cars, enabling stores to demonstrate design components in use.
"With this new platform, we're able to offer our retail partners an 'Extreme Makeover' of their bag sales area by maximizing as much vertical space as we can, which we do by displaying the bags horizontally on a six-foot-tall fixture," said Harlan Gardiner, Ogio's Executive Vice President. "The bags look stunning while still leaving plenty of room for other merchandising."
Social Retailing Introduced At Bloomingdale's
Social Retailing, a new, interactive shopping approach, has debuted at Bloomingdale's 59th Street Flagship store in New York City. Designed by IconNicholson, a leading full service digital agency, for fashion designer Nanette Lepore, Social Retailing combines social networking and the brick-and-mortar store so customers can connect live with their online friends while they shop.
An interactive mirror transmits high-bandwidth video to friends who comment back via instant message (IM) and who send their own suggestions from an online catalogue.
"Today's young tech-savvy shopper expects to be connected 24/7 with her friends even while she shops, " said Frank Doroff, Senior Executive VP and General Merchandise Manager at Bloomingdale's. "Social retailing enhances that ability to connect and I expect will draw new, younger shopper to our stores."
"Bloomingdale's is the right place for our next step with Social Retailing," said Tom Nicholson, CEO IconNicholson. "The store's customers already expect a unique shopping experience and they come from around the world to experience the latest trends in fashion and retail. Our team has been developing this solution for Nanette Lepore Inc. over the past year and the data they collect about customers from this live pilot will help us continue to refine the solution in preparation for a larger rollout."
Mendis Coconut Brandy To Launch
Mendis International is planning to launch Mendis ultra-premium coconut brandy. Mendis Coconut Brandy is distilled from the essence of coconut flower in French pot stills and matured for a minimum of 2 years in Hamilla wood casks. "Mendis Coconut Brandy will give consumers exactly what they are looking for -100% natural flavor in a clear mixable form," said Chris Richardson, President and CEO of Mendis International. "Just as Grey Goose shook-up the vodka market, so will Mendis for brandy." Mendis Coconut Brandy will be available for sale in fall 2007.
New Viactiv Flavor Glides Help Women Meet Their Supplement Needs
The Viactiv brand has extended its line of innovative supplements with easy to swallow Flavor Glides caplets. The new multivitamin and calcium supplements have smooth, flavored coatings that offer a more pleasant experience than larger, chalky pills associated with many traditional supplements. New Viactiv Flavor Glides supplements are designed to help meet a woman's daily need for essential vitamins and minerals.
Logitech Adds New Notebook Webcams For Growing Notebook Market
Addressing the growing demand for notebook peripherals, Logitech has added two products to its growing portfolio of peripherals: the Logitech QuickCam Deluxe for Notebooks and the Logitech QuickCam for Notebooks. Both the QuickCam Deluxe for Notebooks and the QuickCam for Notebooks webcams offer Logitech's enhanced RightSound technology with new noise suppression, which helps improve sound quality, and RightLight Technology, which enables crisp, clear image quality even in dim lighting. These upgrades ensure exceptional video communication at an affordable price.
Garden Of Life Offers FucoTHIN For Weight Management
Garden of Life is launching fucoTHIN, a natural non-stimulant weight management supplement made from brown seaweed, with a clinically-researched thermogenic effect for fat metabolism. Clinical trials showed that fucoTHIN supports the breakdown of fat, which accumulates in the liver and around the stomach and organs and also promotes thermogenesis, the process by which the body increases its metabolic rate and requires the utilization of internal stores of energy such as fat.
"FucoTHIN contains the first marine vegetable derived ingredient with a clinically researched thermogenic effect," said Jordan Rubin, Founder of Garden of Life. "Combined with a healthy diet and exercise program, fucoTHIN can be an important part of a healthy weight management plan."
Mott's For Tots Launched Nationwide
Many parents dilute their children's juice to reduce the sugar content, washing away taste and nutrients in the process. Mott's for Tot's, the latest innovation from Mott's, does the work many parents have been doing for themselves by mixing juice with water to control sugar and calories. The pediatrician-recommended product blends juice, purified water and 100% Vitamin C in kid-friendly juice boxes with flavor combinations sure to please the palates of younger kids. The result is reduced sugar with all the nutrients and great taste of regular juice. Mott's For Tots is available nationwide in four flavors.
Wrigley Debuts '5,' A New Stick Gum That Stimulates The Senses
The Wm. Wrigley Jr. Company will introduce to U.S. consumers this summer, 5, a new sugar-free stick gum with mouth-freshening, long-lasting flavors combined with invigorating sensations "you can feel as you chew." Available in Rain (a tingling spearmint flavor), Cobalt (a cooling peppermint flavor), and Flare (warming cinnamon flavor), 5 debuts in a 15-stick envelope package, a first for the gum category.
"Teens, who are constantly seeking opportunities to experience something out of the ordinary, are also the most frequent gum chewers of any age group and account for one third of all gum chewed in the U.S.," said Martin Schlatter, Wrigley's Chief Marketing Officer. "In our testing, teens and young adults have told s they love everything about 5-from the unique tingling, cooling or warming sensations that accompany its delicious and especially long-lasting flavors to its bold graphics to its sleek, revolutionary packaging. 5 delivers an amazing new gum experience."
Good Humor-Breyers To Offer 100 Calorie Options
Good Humor-Breyers is introducing 100 Calorie products to the ice cream category. Available nationwide, Good Humor-Breyers' 100 Calorie options include Breyers Double Churn 100 Calorie Cups, Slim-a-Bear 100 Calorie Ice Cream Sandwiches and Bars and Fudgsicle 100 Calorie Bars. "We are excited to bring the 100 calorie trend to the ice cream category for the first time," said Julio Del Cioppo, Director of Marketing, Unilever North American Ice Cream.
Marrone Organic Names Versman V.P. Of Mktg.
Marrone Organic Innovations, a developer of natural products for weed and pest management, has named Julie Versman as Vice President of Marketing. Versman has over 20 years of marketing and sales experience, beginning her career in brand management at Quaker Oats and Kraft Foods. She later transitioned into the natural pest management (biopesticide) industry. Most recently, she was Director of Marketing for AgraQuest, where she managed new product launches and marketing activities for biofungicides.
CVS/pharmacy Promotions Support National Growth
CVS/pharmacy has promoted Helena Foulkes to Senior Vice President of Marketing and Operations Services. Previously the SVP of Marketing and Advertising, Foulkes will continue to oversee those areas while also taking responsibility for the operational support of the pharmacy and front store business. Foulkes has been with CVS/pharmacy for 14 years and has held positions of increasing responsibility in Strategic Planning, Visual Merchandising, Category Management and Marketing. Scott Baker has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Stores-East. Baker joins Hanley Wheeler, Senior Vice President Stores-Central and Dennis Palmer, Senior Vice President, Stores-West, to oversee the continued national growth of CVS/pharmacy stores in all of its markets.
Rockstar Games Names Moulle-Berteaux Head Of Mktg.
Rockstar Games, the publisher of Take-Two Interactive Software, has appointed Alex Moulle-Berteaux as Head of Marketing. Moulle-Berteaux comes to Rockstar Games from TBWA/Media Arts Lab in Los Angles, CA, where he led the development of worldwide marketing campaigns for Apple's Mac, iPod, iTunes and iPhone.
Hands-On Mobile Appoints D. Saitta V.P. Of Sales & Mktg.
Hands-On Mobile, a leading global publisher of mobile games, has appointed David Saitta as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Prior to joining Hands-On Mobile, Saitta was Senior Director of Distribution at Mobile ESPN where he was responsible for the national distribution of the Mobile ESPN product, securing agreements with Best Buy, Sprint and more than 1,000 independent retail stores nationwide. With more than 17 years executive management experience in the wireless phone industry, Saitta also worked with companies such a Sprint and Cingular.
Nissan Announces Sales & Mktg. Dept. Changes
Nissan has announced changes in the management team of its North American Sales and Marketing Department to better align the company in the rapidly changing automotive industry. Christain Meunier, currently Vice President, Sales Operations, Nissan Europe, will become Vice President, Model Line Marketing for Nissan North America. In this new role, Meunier will be responsible for Model Line management to ensure successful, profitable model portfolios for both Nissan and Infiniti. Jan Thompson, currently Vice President, Marketing for Nissan North America, will become Vice President, Marketing Communications for both the Nissan and Infiniti brands. Dave Mazur, currently Vice President, Market Intelligence, will take on additional responsibilities of Pricing, Market Planning and Brand Management.
SkyWest Names Thompson V.P., Market Dev.
SkyWest Airlines has named Michael Thompson Vice President-Market Development. Thompson recently served as the Chief Financial Officer at Ivy Logistics. From 2001 to 2005, Thompson was the Executive Operational Analyst for SkyWest.
Dolby Names Carey V.P., Worldwide Sales & Mktg.
Dolby Laboratories, a developer of Dolby high-quality audio and surround sound products, has named John Carey Vice President, Worldwide Sales and Marketing for the Company's Professional Division. Carey brings more than 25 years of experience to Dolby and has developed and managed worldwide sales, marketing, channel and direct-sales organizations for several companies in the electronics and entertainment fields.
Scotts Miracle-Gro Names J. Valentic Sr. V.P., Mktg.
The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company has named Jan Valentic Senior Vice President, Marketing. In this newly created role, Valentic will be responsible for leading the Company's new media, consumer insights, consumer services and interactive marketing functions. She recently served as Exec. V.P. with Young & Rubicam Brands, leading the Team Microsoft program.
Captain D's Names Clingan Smith V.P. Of Mktg.
Sandra Clingan Smith returns to Captain D's Seafood as Vice President of Marketing, a job she held from 1995 to 1999. During her tenure, Captain D's generated an average 3% same-store sales growth over four years in a declining segment. Smith comes to Captain D's from EyeAmerica, where she created the role of Marketing Vice President for and led the growth of the Company's vision centers.
Christopher & Banks Names J. May V.P. Of Mktg.
Christopher & Banks, a Minneapolis, MN-based specialty retailer of women's clothing, has appointed Jillian May to the position of Vice President of Marketing. She will be responsible for further developing the company's marketing functions including overseeing the customer relationship program. From 1999 to 2006, May was with Wilson's The Leather Experts, most recently as Director of Marketing.
Quiznos Names S. Provost EVP & CMO
Quiznos, one of the nation's fastest-growing quick service restaurant chains, has appointed Steve Provost to Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer. Provost comes to Quiznos from Yum! Brand, Inc.'s A&W and Long John Silver's where he worked as Chief Marketing and Food Innovation Officer.
Adams Magnetic Products Co. has named Adrianne Joyner as Tradeshow Coordinator responsible for supporting the company's attendance and exhibition at more than 20 annual trade shows. Reporting to Director of Marketing Alice Martin, Joyner is also responsible for coordinating and implementing a variety of marketing, communications and promotional activities.
Midwest Custom Case Is Now Midwest Store Fixtures
To better align the Company's name with its current and future market position and core capabilities, Midwest Custom Case has begun marketing and operating under the name of Midwest Store Fixtures. Based in University Park, IL, Midwest Store Fixtures is a full service designer and producer of P.O.P. displays, store fixtures, interactive kiosks and retail environments with multiple production capabilities and processes in wood, wire, metal, tubing and plastics.
Absolut Spirits Retains Amplify Sports & Entertainment As Agency
The Absolut Spirits Company has appointed Amplify Sports and Entertainment, LLC as its sponsorship agency of record. Amplify will support the Absolut Vodka, Cruzan Rum and Level Vodka brands with objective, qualitative and quantitative measurement analysis, and management of numerous sponsorship partnerships.
Papa John's Partners With Cholula Hot Sauce
Papa John's customers have a burning desire for spicy menu items based on the popularity of its new spicy buffalo chicken wings to the Spicy Italian and Sausage Sensation specialty pizzas. Papa John's is responding by partnering with Cholula Hot Sauce.
Every Papa John's order now comes with a complimentary sample of Cholula Hot Sauce, the "Flavorful Fire" that blends pequin peppers, red peppers and spices in a delicate process to produce a perfect balance between favor and heat.
"We're confident that our customers will love adding Cholula's zesty kick to their favorite Papa John's items," said Bill Van Epps, Papa John's President, USA.
Nuance Intl. Is Launched
Nuance International has been launched as a world-class provider of design, project management and fabrication of trade show exhibits, displays and interior environments. The Company has been founded by Jeffrey Hannah, an award-winning industrial designer. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Nuance International's team members have completed exhibit projects in nearly 40 countries, (Web site) www.nuanceinternational.com
Above All Advertising Introduces Giant Moveable Billboard
Above All Advertising has introduced the Giant Moveable Billboard. Standing at 7' tall and 15' wide, it holds graphics printed on a durable polyester fabric that adds vibrancy to all campaigns. The sturdy, yet lightweight aluminum frame allows for easy set-up and take down, as well as easy transport. The product can be set up at, trade shows, sporting events, sponsorships, outdoor, indoor, park & rides, parking lots, theme parks, etc., with ease. For more information about the Giant Moveable Billboard, contact Above All Advertising, Inc., 9080 Activity, San Diego, CA 92126; (Tel.) 858-549-2226; Fax 858-777-3537; (Web site) www.abovealladvertising.net
Rololight Introduces Rololight Stand
Rololight introduces its latest innovation, the Rololight Stand ™, which is lighter, more portable and less expensive than traditional backlit modules. The "Roll and Carry" portable lightbox installs in minutes. It is extremely lightweight and allows for inexpensive ad changes. Sizes available include 2'x32", 4'x32" and 6'x32". Complete kits include the Rololight on Canvas, Carrying Case and Tripod. For more information on this eye-catching portable signage, contact Rololight, (Tel) 866-297-3252, (Web site) www.rololight.com
Living Tomorrow Announces Futuristic Exhibit Project
Living Tomorrow will be a place that combines the best and brightest ideas for the future and puts them on display in an exciting and interactive forum; a place where businesses and consumers alike can experience powerful and inspiring innovations for the home, office, store, bank, hospital and more in a real-world setting. For example, on exhibit will be a smart bathroom, where mirrors double as screens offering news highlights, weather and traffic conditions as you get ready for work. The kitchen of tomorrow features an electronic note board that tracks the amount of food in the refrigerator and pantry or interactive television enables viewer participation in a program. To be built in San Jose, CA, Living Tomorrow's projected $53+ million, 40,000 square-foot building will be the only state -of-the-art facility in the U.S. specifically designed to showcase concepts of the near future and has become an incubator for ideas from some of the world's leading companies including HP, Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft, Panasonic, Philips, Siemens, and Volvo.
Marvin WIndows Selects nParallel To Create Custom Exhibit
nParallel, the international brand communication, merchandising strategy and display agency, has designed and built a new trade show display for Infinity Replacement Windows from Marvin to be used starting this May. The display presents examples of finished applications, inviting consumers to envision Infinity Replacement Windows from Marvin as the solution for their home remodeling needs. nParallel's modular design emphasized easy installation for the display, which scales from 10x20 to 20x30-foot configurations. For more information, call nParallel at 763-231-4800.
