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Rainbow room brunch returns Click Here #Holiday Dining Tips 

The 42nd stamp in the Black Heritage series honors Gregory Hines (1946–2003), whose unique style of tap dancing injected new artistry and excitement into a traditional American form. A versatile performer who danced, acted and sang on Broadway, on television and in movies, Hines developed the entertainment traditions of tap into an art form for a younger generation and is credited with renewing interest in tap during the 1990s. Art director Derry Noyes designed the stamp, which features a 1988 photograph by Jack Mitchell. Click Here to Learn More

Tis the Season of Giving

@TheYellowNote shows how to beautifully decorate with the iconic Lands' End Needlepoint Christmas Stockings

Model and actress, Olivia Culpo, lifestyle influencer and co-founder of clean skincare brand Summer Fridays, Marianna Hewitt and her partner Lauren Gores, fashion and lifestyle guru Paola Alberdi, beauty influencer Melissa Alatorre  enjoy Friendsgiving, BCBGMAXAZRIA team gathered with fans on socialmedia with their best girlfriends, who shared a meal and reminisced on old memories while making a few new ones.

Keeping charity at the core of the day thanksgiving BCBGMAXAZRIA partnered with Meals on Wheels to prepare meals for at-risk senior citizens, and delivered to homes throughout the Los Angeles area with Culver Palms Meals on Wheels. With nearly 9 million citizens facing the threat of hunger, BCBGMAXAZRIA opted to also use Friendsgiving as an outlet to give back to such an amazing cause. In light of the recent wildfires in California, BCBGMAXAZRIA also donated food items to the Palisades Fire Department, in an effort to support the heroic men and women working to quell the devastation these fires have taken on the community. Each meal was curated and prepared by culinary connoisseur of Sweet Laurel Bakery and blogger behind The Kitchy Kitchen, Claire Thomas. Focusing on some of Claire's signature creations, the meals will be a delightful variation on the conventional Thanksgiving meal, with herb roasted chicken, roasted root vegetables, caramelized apples and cherry tomato focaccia. Under the expertise of Claire, with help from attending influencers, each meal was prepared at the Friendsgiving home and delivered to those who depend on this program for a hot meal and a friendly face, as well as the brave firefighters risking their lives to keep the defenseless safe.

Our hearts and prayers go out to the families impacted by the recent hurricanes. We will continue to publish resources and do fill out the contact page so we can contact you to share your story.

Our special thank you to Senator John Mccain and our Queen of Soul Music- Arthea Franklin & Kofi Atta Annan .

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After nearly 9 years and over 13 collections targeting Jane Seymour’s  Hollywood Lifestyle from the Michael Amini and Jane Seymour, A Design Collaboration; Amini Innovation Corp. AICO, and Jane Seymour Designs will be launching a new 4 collection series of over 125 SKU’s under the brand Michael Amini - Jane Seymour LIVING.  CLICK HERE 

New to HPMKT this year is the Bivona & Company booth (@MARKET SQUARE 307 FLOOR 3) to view the ED Ellen DeGeneres Baby Collection by Bivona & Company which brings Ellen’s aesthetic, positivity and personality to the baby industry with a collection of modern fresh nursery furniture and decor.  Four brand NEW collections are being introduced to the line at market this year 

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Stop by the Bivona & Company booth (@MARKET SQUARE 307 FLOOR 3) to view the ED Ellen DeGeneres Baby Collection by Bivona & Company which brings Ellen’s aesthetic, positivity and personality to the baby industry with a collection of modern fresh nursery furniture and decor. 

Four brand NEW collections are being introduced to the line at market this year. CLICH HERE FOR MORE

Catering and Food Service Preparations are being made for the High Point Market

Families burst into tears upon being reunited with beloved pets who were displaced by Hurricane Maria when it struck Puerto Rico. American Humane, Wings of Rescue, The Sato Project, and the Humane Society of Broward County worked together to put ...Click here to Learn more American Humane's Rescue

America's favorite Thanksgiving pies, by-the-numbers. Click Here For the full story

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New study from Fellowes identified ways to boost productivity in the office, including cutting back on meetings, having more quiet spaces to work, and more up-to-date technology. Click Here For Full Story

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Donuts and bridal crowns are just two of the hottest wedding trends for 2017 according to the experts at George Street Photo & Video.

Eggland's Best (EB) is excited to announce the Grand Prize winner in the 2016 "America's Best Recipe" Contest. Taking home the $10,000 Grand Prize is Valerie Szlatenyi of Wakefield, Rhode Islandwhose unique Johnny Cakes and Lobster Eggs Benedict recipe captured the hearts and appetites of consumers nationwide.

"Creating my Johnny Cakes and Lobster Eggs Benedict recipe for the Eggland's Best 'America's Best Recipe' Contest has been so much fun, and I'm extremely excited to be selected as the Grand Prize Winner," said Valerie Szlatenyi. "I'm a huge fan of Eggland's Best, and I always make sure my family's meals are nutritious by only including Eggland's Best eggs."

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Serena & Lily Announces Its Next Location to Open in Newport Beach on October 22nd Lido Marina Village, the Seaside Shopping Destination, Is Chosen for Fifth Design Shop 



CROSSMARK's Beth Faught, Katherine Fuller, Sheila Gamble, Natalie Runyan and Kari Sims have been named to Progressive Grocer's 2016 "Top Women in Grocery" listing for their outstanding efforts as retail leaders, their community involvement, and their success in the supermarket industry. Progressive Grocer is a leading grocery industry trade magazine. Click Here For More Information

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Lamb Chops & Plated Filet & Vegetables Award-winning churrascaria, Texas de Brazil Click Here For Info, is now open in West Nyack, New York.

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Sobeys Inc. appoints Lyne Castonguay as Chief Merchandising Officer (CNW Group/Sobeys Inc.)

Ms. Castonguay will oversee all aspects of Sobeys go-to-market strategy, with responsibility for category management, marketing, data insights, research, procurement, private label and merchandising as well as the company's digital strategy.

Anna Arnett of Chandler, Ariz., is Wilkes University's oldest graduate. At age 91, she's earned a degree in creative writing with a memoir about her Mormon family. Arnett, mother of 7, grandmother to 28 and great-grandmother to 49 More Info

Julie Arce and Nick Pace in the ring at the Fight For Education 2016 gala (PRNews Foto/Happy Hearts Fund)

Happy Hearts Fund held their annual Fight for Education gala at Hammerstein Ballroom on Thursday June 16, 2016. The evening began with several fights between amateurs from finance representing BlackRock, Deutsche Bank and Oppenheimer among others Oliver Dachsel, fighter from Deutsche Bank impressed everyone with his fighting commented, "Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to be part of this meaningful event." For more information Click Here

Yext, the global location data management leader, has been recognized as #18 on the list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials by Fortune and Great Places to Work®.

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his year, the Specialty Food Association is proud to recognize two industry legends with Lifetime Achievement Awards. In a reflection of the SFA’s diverse membership, a chef/maker, Paul Prudhomme, and a distributor, Seymour Binstein, will be celebrated for their roles in helping to build specialty food into a $140 billion-dollar industry. 

“The mission of Specialty Food Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award is to celebrate those whose careers have grown the industry and inspired others to do the same.” said Phil Kafarakis, president of the Association. “This year’s inductees include a chef who became a seasoning superstar, and an importer instrumental to introducing cheese and specialty foods to the Midwest markets.”

Seymour Binstein founded European Imports as a cheese importer in 1978, and then parlayed his tremendous success into a full gourmet distribution business. Seymour pioneered the sales of specialty foods in foodservice distribution. His love of new and unique foods enhanced the whole specialty food industry. Customers, suppliers and employees were all treated as family creating loyalties still existing today.

Paul Prudhomme of Magic Seasoning Blends is widely credited with popularizing Creole and Cajun cuisine – the distinctive flavors of his native Louisiana – into the international spotlight. In 1979, K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen opened in New Orleans. Four years later, Prudhomme created his own line of all-natural herbs and spices, and smoked meats. The chef passed away in 2015 and the Award will be presented to his family.

The 2018 Inductees were chosen by the SFA’s Hall of Fame/Lifetime Achievement Committee and will be honored at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York the evening of July 1, 2018 as part of a special event, “SFA Recognition: Celebrating Our Legacy.” The event will also include the Association’s Hall of Fame Awards and Annual Membership Meeting. 

“The mission of Specialty Food Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award is to celebrate those whose careers have grown the industry and inspired others to do the same.” said Phil Kafarakis, president of the Association. “This year’s inductees include a chef who became a seasoning superstar, and an importer instrumental to introducing cheese and specialty foods to the Midwest markets.”

Seymour Binstein founded European Imports as a cheese importer in 1978, and then parlayed his tremendous success into a full gourmet distribution business. Seymour pioneered the sales of specialty foods in foodservice distribution. His love of new and unique foods enhanced the whole specialty food industry. Customers, suppliers and employees were all treated as family creating loyalties still existing today.

Paul Prudhomme of Magic Seasoning Blends is widely credited with popularizing Creole and Cajun cuisine – the distinctive flavors of his native Louisiana – into the international spotlight. In 1979, K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen opened in New Orleans. Four years later, Prudhomme created his own line of all-natural herbs and spices, and smoked meats. The chef passed away in 2015 and the Award will be presented to his family.

The 2018 Inductees were chosen by the SFA’s Hall of Fame/Lifetime Achievement Committee and will be honored at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York the evening of July 1, 2018 as part of a special event, “SFA Recognition: Celebrating Our Legacy.” The event will also include the Association’s Hall of Fame Awards and Annual Membership Meeting. 

Gregory Hines 

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Welcome, Welcome, Welcome! To Brightside Global Trade Journal. A magazine we started in 2004. It's full of rumblings on distribution, retail and the wholesale industry. We love going to tradeshow events and conferences. For more than a decade we have covered over 300+shows, traveled globally and across America. We photograph and cover shows for readers. This issue is all about how to enjoy a jolly old time this 2018 Holiday Edition

Join us this fall as we cover the HOLIDAYS It's an inspiring time for retailers, distributors and retailers. With e-commerce and more boutique stores opening across America. Shopping and entertainment has never been more exciting.

In this issue we will take you to retailers, showrooms, feature fabulous options and more. We keep you posted on top trends and the latest on what's going on in the industry.

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Sweet Street, the nation's largest manufacturer of gourmet desserts wins 2018 Sysco Supplier Excellence awards (the gold Heritage and the Bronze supplier award). Source: Sweet Street

Iskra Lawrence and Justin Alexander say I DO to shopping local, part of the social media campaign #Be You

TOP SHOWROOMS AT HPMKT

#1 on our list Christopher Guy Showroom

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American Leather

Always innovative and stylish located at Showplace on the 5th floor/500 Click Here for more information

Alfonso Marina & Co 

Impressive finishes and cabinetry work located@301N Hamilton Street. Click Here for more information

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Contemporary Mood W/Classic Values Magnificent Click Here

BAKER FURNITURE 

Magnificent spaces, amazing designers and just lovely to work around stylishly crisp located at 319 N Hamilton

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High End Casegoods/Upholstery 

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Most Stressful Jobs



Enlisted Military Personnel, Firefighters, Airline Pilots and Police Officers – the four most stressful jobs of 2018 – commonly face risk of death or injury, physical demands, and other hazards every single day.

Reporter, Broadcaster and Public Relations Executive are professions with high public visibility. Nearly three-quarters of the American population is estimated to suffer from public speaking anxiety, so with that in mind, one could understand how these careers are high stress. 

Add strict and regular deadlines – a pressing concern for those who work as Event Coordinators, as well as Broadcasters, Reporters, Public Relations Executives and Senior Corporate Executives – and the causes of stress are evident.

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Macy's, Target and more offer gift wrapping to save you time, stress and paper cuts Click Here to see full list of stores that offer Free Wrapping Services

Two leaders in supersonic technology, Aerion and Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today to define a formal and gated process to explore the feasibility of a joint development of the world's first supersonic business jet, the Aerion AS2. Over the next 12 months, the companies will work together to develop a framework on all phases of the program, including engineering, certification and production. Click Here To Learn More

Viking Sun, the fourth and newest ship in Viking’s ocean fleet, docked in Miami on December 15. Viking Sun will set sail today on Viking’s first World Cruise, from Miami to London. Click Here To Learn More

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Christopher Guy continues to dazzel this FALL at High Point              Market NC. The stand-alone, two-floor 20,000 square foot space is situated on Hamilton Street, along the now expanding Hamilton-Wrenn Design District corridor. CLICK HERE FOR INFO  LEADERSHIP Katrina M. Adams, the first African-American and youngest Chairman of the Board, CEO, and President of the United States Tennis Association (USTA), is the recipient of the 2017 Mickey Leland Humanitarian Achievement Award. In partnership with Multichannel News and sponsored by Scripps Networks Interactive and Univision Communications Inc., Adams will be honored, along with the previously announced at 2017 Next Generation Leaders and Luminaries  Click Here For The Full Story   RETAIL & DISTRIBUTION   Increase online sales revenue using eComchain’s Artificial Intelligence features such as Customer-centric search, enabling the search engine to think the way humans do, in addition to retargeting potential customers by identifying prospects. ... CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY INVESTORS REI commissioned a national study on women and the outdoors that led to the Force of Nature Fund. Click here for full story  BEAUTY & GROOMING  Martin Thornburg- A Mon Cheri Collection- set to unveil Spring 2018 line at wedding shows Click here for the full story   FASHION  Three leading beauty and fashion companies, John Varvatos, Clinique and Moret Group, in concert with celebrated Content Creator, Photographer and Director Mei Tao and Filmmaker Liza Voloshin come together on "Amazing Women: Created to Drive"   Click Here For Full Story   FOOD & BEVERAGES  Curated Menus for Event Planners Click Here for Full Story  REAL ESTATE TRAVEL  KÖNIG GALLERY INSPIRATION BASED ON THE HIGH AND LOW OF MODERN TRAVEL Click Here For the Full Story (PRNewsfoto/MCM Worldwide)  ART     SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT  Epic/Legacy Recordings, in collaboration with The Estate of Michael Jackson, release Michael Jackson SCREAM, a collection of 13 of his all-time most electrifying and danceable tracks including Ghosts, Torture, Thriller, and Dirty Diana Click Here For More Info      HEALTHCARE   (PRNewsfoto/Pennsylvania Patient Safety Aut) The improper use of antibiotics in long-term care facilities (LTCFs), specifically for the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs), can increase the risk of resident harm and contribute to the rapid emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.    Click Here For the Full Story    IT, DIGITAL, DATA, CLOUD & CYBERSECURITY   The baseball season may have just ended, but staying connected to Major League baseball players is just getting started, thanks to the MLBPA's launch of its new online social community, Infield Chatter. By launching this first-of-its-kind ...Click Here For More Info HOME BASED BUSINESS JOBS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES PERSONAL

More about SC Johnson's sustainability progress can be found in the company's 2016 Sustainability Report, its 25th annual report on environmental and social efforts. Source: SC Johnson As our nation prepares to ring in the new year, the U.S. Census Bureau today projected the U.S. population will be 324,310,011 on Jan. 1, 2017. The projected world population on Jan. 1, 2017, is 7,362,350,168, and U.S. population is 324,310,011 Click Here for info From our Editor's Desk 2016 has been the year of surprises. 2017 promises more economic growth and incentives to employers to hire. 2017 opens in a grand way with the Winter Food Show, National Retail Federation Show, New York Boat Show, Consumer Electronics Show and the New York Toy Fair. We look forward to featuring these and more Warm wishes from us all @ Brightside Global Trade Journal Happy New Year! The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index®, which had increased considerably in November, posted another gain in December. The Index now stands at 113.7 (1985=100), up from 109.4 in November. The Expectations Index increased sharply from 94.4 to 105.5, but the Present Situation Index decreased from 132.0 last month to 126.1. Click Here to Learn More Leading hospitality impresario Ric Addison has announced the opening of two new Midtown venues that will join the Addison Hospitality Group (AHG) portfolio.  Located on the ground floor and spanning over 6,000 square feet of interior and exterior space, Magnolia Restaurant is an American bistro complete with an expansive bar, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  Designed by Natalia Todorova of Gene Kaufman Architects, Magnolia Restaurant boasts white brick, natural textiles, rich wood, and polished brass amid sleek camel brown leather, plum and soft cream linens, and basket weave fabrics.  The dining area is elongated with an additional seasonal outdoor garden space. Elegant but comfortable, Magnolia With an enclosed interior for New York's colder months, Lovage Rooftop & Indoor Lounge is poised to become a nightlife destination for locals and visitors alike.  A sight to behold at 4,000 square feet with 17-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, a glass roof, and fireplace, the lounge is located on the 36th floor where patrons can enjoy specialty cocktails and light fare.  A custom laser-cut mercury mirror brick wall and chainmail columns complement the floors of walnut herringbone and polished cement.  Chairs in stroke-painted velvet upholstery and Christian Lacroix fabrics adorn the interiors, while the sights outside feature 360-degree views, which display a vast array of iconic New York City landmarks, including the Empire State Building, Freedom Tower, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, the Hudson River, and more.  It is one of very few places in New York City to view all of these famous sites simultaneously.  Addison Hospitality Group welcomes Executive Chef Brian Pancir, who will curate the menu for both venues and oversee dining operations.  Click Here for More Information Angie Mar, Chopped "Grill Masters" Champion, NFL Homegating "Burger Maestro," and Chef and Owner of New York's celebrated Beatrice Inn, has created 32 diverse and delicious burger recipes, inspired by each NFL market, for fans ..Click Here to Learn More Debra Lee, chairman and chief executive officer, BET Networks has been named honorary co-chair for the 30th Annual NAMIC Conference. Held as part of the cable industry's Diversity Week, the 30th Annual NAMIC Conference is scheduled for September 20-21, 2016 at the New York Marriott Marquis in New York City. Presented by the National Association for Multi-ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC), the theme for this year's conference is Diversity 3.0—Innovation through Inclusion. "Ms. Lee is one of our industry's true visionaries and we are thrilled to have her provide honorary leadership for this year's conference," said Eglon E. Simons, president and CEO, NAMIC. "BET Networks and Ms. Lee have established a legacy of advocating for diversity and inclusion. NAMIC is honored to have their continued support." Click Here For More Information  Awareness in the U.S. of UK's Vote to Leave European Union Extremely High, According to Decision Analyst's Nationwide Survey Click Here For the Full Report   13 Savor California companies showcased their products in the Savor California at the 2016 Summer Fancy Food Show in New York. 10th Avenue Tea, Toluca Lake.Arawak Farm, Oakland, Endorfin Foods, Oakland, Hey Boo Coconut Caramels, San Francisco,Holly Baking, Rohnert Park,Just Jan’s,Calabasas,Laiki Rice Crackers, San Francisco,Little Red Dot Kitchen, San Jose, Marlo’s Bakeshop, Nona Lim, Emeryville, Pacific Pickle Works, Santa Barbara,San Francisco Cheesecake San Francisco and Sonoma Brinery, Healdsburg. David Jobe, chief customer officer of Winsight Events (left), and Jeff Sinelli, founder, CEO and chief vibe officer of Which Wich, react to the Guinness monitor (center) announcing that the crowd had smashed the record. Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches aren't just for kids. During a special Which Wich Spreading Party at Winsight's FARE Conference—held at the Gaylord Texan Resort, near Dallas—more than 750 attendees broke the record of most sandwiches made in one hour. The official count—verified by Guinness World Records—of 39,303 PB&J sandwiches bested the previous record of 37,558 achieved by King David Schools (South Africa) on May 12, 2016. The Spreading Party event supported Project PB&J, an initiative of the Which Wich Cares Foundation, launched in 2014. Every sandwich was immediately wrapped, packaged and donated to 14 Dallas-area food banks, veterans organizations and schools with the help of the Folds of Honor Foundation. "We believe that the simple peanut butter and jelly sandwich can make the world a better place," said Jeff Sinelli, founder, CEO and chief vibe officer of Which Wich, who was one of the sandwich makers in attendance. "Peanut butter, jelly and bread come together to mean so much more. For the organizations we give to, and the people they help, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches can be a reminder of home during a hard time and a meal for an empty belly." Click Here For Info  Summer is peak season for dog bites – especially among children, who spend more time outdoors during July and August, increasing the potential for problem encounters. An estimated 4.5 million people suffer dog bites each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control; more than half of the bites resulting in serious injury happen to children under age 14.  Dog bite prevention requires action by both human and pet parents. "Whether a family has a dog in the household or not, parents must teach children how to behave safely around dogs," says Traci Simo, head of Manners dog obedience training for Canine Company. She says every child should know these four basic rules: Never pet a dog you don't know without first asking the owner. If given permission, let the dog sniff your hand before touching him. Don't grab a dog from behind or place your arms around his neck because he may feel threatened. Never disturb a dog that is sleeping, eating, or caring for puppies. If a strange dog approaches you, stand still. In most cases, the dog will sniff you and go away once it decides you are not a threat. Don't run. Dogs love to chase, and may become excited and lunge. Walk slowly with your hands at your side. Click Here For More Information  WomenHeart CEO Mary McGowan, Black Girls RUN! Co-Founder Ashley Hicks, WomenHeart Chair Kathy Webster, Dr. Nanette Wenger    Devinci is proud to welcome Kirsten Sweetland to our team of athletes. The 27-year-old triathlete, from Nanaimo BC, has had a track record of success. As a high-performance athlete and a patriotic Canadian, establishing a partnership with a Canadian cycling company was a priority for her. FOR MORE INFO CLICK HERE IMPORT_EXPORT NEWS The Specialty Food Association (SFA) has been actively engaging with U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the import community by participating on stakeholder panels at public meetings on implementation of import safety programs. The meetings have been held this month in Costa Mesa, Calif., Rutherford, N.J. and Detroit under the title “Focus on Strategic Implementation of Prevention-Oriented Import Safety Programs.” SFA has been addressing the complexity of the regulations and their effect on small importers and their foreign suppliers. As Shawn McBride, chair of SFA and vice president of Foah International, stated, “The uncertainty in these regulations and their implementation put small food companies at a disadvantage and—even more importantly—at risk.” Speaking in Costa Mesa on June 7, McBride spoke about the difficulty for small businesses to understand the regulations. “We need simple, plain English instructions and practical guidance about foreign supplier verification. We want operational instructions, using diagrams, flow charts, graphics and easy-to-understand information that is not a summary of the regulations but a how-to primer,” she said. At the New Jersey meeting on June 15, Arnim von Friedeburg, SFA board member and owner of CMA Global Partners/German Foods North America, addressed systems recognition and the voluntary qualified importer program (VQIP). He urged FDA to pursue systems recognition with the European Union but expressed doubt that would be accomplished in a timely manner. “It took seven years for us to recognize New Zealand. Will the European Union take 100 years?” he remarked. Von Friedeburg also pointed out that VQIP, which provides expedited entry for approved importers at a proposed annual fee of $16,400, would favor large companies and discriminate against small businesses. The third public meeting is scheduled for today, June 21, in Detroit. Trish Pohanka, SFA board member and director of merchandising and marketing for European Imports Ltd., will be speaking about how third party certification can assist with the foreign supplier verification process. At its Summer Fancy Food Show, the Specialty Food Association is hosted a seminar to teach specialty food industry stakeholders about the implications of the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act. Entitled “Getting Ready for the Food Safety Modernization Act: What Specialty Food Companies Need to Know” held during the Summer 2016 Fancy Food Show. 

"Many people have ridden their bikes across the country," said REAL Ride founder Cris Rothfuss. "What makes the REAL Ride unique is how and why we are doing this. To start, we avoid pavement whenever possible, riding on dirt trails and gravel paths; it is gritty and demanding and 2,000 miles longer than most trips across the country - but, that's intentional."

Five schools, dedicated to helping these students find their way back to education, have partnered with the REAL Ride.

In Seattle, where the ride begins, Principal Kaaren Andrews said, "Interagency Academy is honored to partner with The Real Ride.  Many Americans don't understand the struggles that our students face every day. The Real Ride is bringing our students' stories to life."

Each rider carries handwritten aspirations from the students; the goal is to reinforce and remind people that the consequences of poverty and lack exposure to education are not unique to any region.

Rider Perri Mertens has dedicated her first 500 miles to Sierra Carpenter, who wrote, "I am beautiful, blessed, brave, resilient, strong, powerful and my dreams are real." "This encompasses everything I need to believe in to complete this ride," Perri said.

All the riders have put their professional and personal lives on hold to ride from Seattle to Boston, live in a tent, and eat a lot of Cliff Bars. The REAL Ride is an extreme event at full-volume and they will have to leave it "all out on the trail" to make it home.

Learn more - follow their progress: 
www.therealride.org  

Local Information: 
DATE: Tuesday, August 1 
TIME: 9:00am 
PLACE: Interagency Academy 3528 S. Ferdinand St., Seattle, WA 
WHAT: REAL Ride kicks off in Seattle, WA

The Team: 
Cris Rothfuss, ED, Harvard's Institute for Quantitative Social Science  
Erin Abrahams, veterinarian at MSPCA 
Dan St. Croix, visual display artist  
Perri Mertens, digital marketing manager 

"Many people have ridden their bikes across the country," said REAL Ride founder Cris Rothfuss. "What makes the REAL Ride unique is how and why we are doing this. To start, we avoid pavement whenever possible, riding on dirt trails and gravel paths; it is gritty and demanding and 2,000 miles longer than most trips across the country - but, that's intentional."

Five schools, dedicated to helping these students find their way back to education, have partnered with the REAL Ride.

In Seattle, where the ride begins, Principal Kaaren Andrews said, "Interagency Academy is honored to partner with The Real Ride.  Many Americans don't understand the struggles that our students face every day. The Real Ride is bringing our students' stories to life."

Each rider carries handwritten aspirations from the students; the goal is to reinforce and remind people that the consequences of poverty and lack exposure to education are not unique to any region.

Rider Perri Mertens has dedicated her first 500 miles to Sierra Carpenter, who wrote, "I am beautiful, blessed, brave, resilient, strong, powerful and my dreams are real." "This encompasses everything I need to believe in to complete this ride," Perri said.

All the riders have put their professional and personal lives on hold to ride from Seattle to Boston, live in a tent, and eat a lot of Cliff Bars. The REAL Ride is an extreme event at full-volume and they will have to leave it "all out on the trail" to make it home.

Learn more - follow their progress: 
www.therealride.org  

Local Information: 
DATE: Tuesday, August 1 
TIME: 9:00am 
PLACE: Interagency Academy 3528 S. Ferdinand St., Seattle, WA 
WHAT: REAL Ride kicks off in Seattle, WA

The Team: 
Cris Rothfuss, ED, Harvard's Institute for Quantitative Social Science  
Erin Abrahams, veterinarian at MSPCA 
Dan St. Croix, visual display artist  
Perri Mertens, digital marketing manager 

"Many people have ridden their bikes across the country," said REAL Ride founder Cris Rothfuss. "What makes the REAL Ride unique is how and why we are doing this. To start, we avoid pavement whenever possible, riding on dirt trails and gravel paths; it is gritty and demanding and 2,000 miles longer than most trips across the country - but, that's intentional."

Five schools, dedicated to helping these students find their way back to education, have partnered with the REAL Ride.

In Seattle, where the ride begins, Principal Kaaren Andrews said, "Interagency Academy is honored to partner with The Real Ride.  Many Americans don't understand the struggles that our students face every day. The Real Ride is bringing our students' stories to life."

Each rider carries handwritten aspirations from the students; the goal is to reinforce and remind people that the consequences of poverty and lack exposure to education are not unique to any region.

Rider Perri Mertens has dedicated her first 500 miles to Sierra Carpenter, who wrote, "I am beautiful, blessed, brave, resilient, strong, powerful and my dreams are real." "This encompasses everything I need to believe in to complete this ride," Perri said.

All the riders have put their professional and personal lives on hold to ride from Seattle to Boston, live in a tent, and eat a lot of Cliff Bars. The REAL Ride is an extreme event at full-volume and they will have to leave it "all out on the trail" to make it home.

Learn more - follow their progress: 
www.therealride.org  

Local Information: 
DATE: Tuesday, August 1 
TIME: 9:00am 
PLACE: Interagency Academy 3528 S. Ferdinand St., Seattle, WA 
WHAT: REAL Ride kicks off in Seattle, WA

The Team: 
Cris Rothfuss, ED, Harvard's Institute for Quantitative Social Science  
Erin Abrahams, veterinarian at MSPCA 
Dan St. Croix, visual display artist  
Perri Mertens, digital marketing manager 

"Many people have ridden their bikes across the country," said REAL Ride founder Cris Rothfuss. "What makes the REAL Ride unique is how and why we are doing this. To start, we avoid pavement whenever possible, riding on dirt trails and gravel paths; it is gritty and demanding and 2,000 miles longer than most trips across the country - but, that's intentional."

Five schools, dedicated to helping these students find their way back to education, have partnered with the REAL Ride.

In Seattle, where the ride begins, Principal Kaaren Andrews said, "Interagency Academy is honored to partner with The Real Ride.  Many Americans don't understand the struggles that our students face every day. The Real Ride is bringing our students' stories to life."

Each rider carries handwritten aspirations from the students; the goal is to reinforce and remind people that the consequences of poverty and lack exposure to education are not unique to any region.

Rider Perri Mertens has dedicated her first 500 miles to Sierra Carpenter, who wrote, "I am beautiful, blessed, brave, resilient, strong, powerful and my dreams are real." "This encompasses everything I need to believe in to complete this ride," Perri said.

All the riders have put their professional and personal lives on hold to ride from Seattle to Boston, live in a tent, and eat a lot of Cliff Bars. The REAL Ride is an extreme event at full-volume and they will have to leave it "all out on the trail" to make it home.

Learn more - follow their progress: 
www.therealride.org  

Local Information: 
DATE: Tuesday, August 1 
TIME: 9:00am 
PLACE: Interagency Academy 3528 S. Ferdinand St., Seattle, WA 
WHAT: REAL Ride kicks off in Seattle, WA

The Team: 
Cris Rothfuss, ED, Harvard's Institute for Quantitative Social Science  
Erin Abrahams, veterinarian at MSPCA 
Dan St. Croix, visual display artist  
Perri Mertens, digital marketing manager 

Same Day ACH Payments Grew 51 Percent from November to December 2017 and Totaled More than 75 Million in 2017 

Enlisted Military Personnel, Firefighters, Airline Pilots and Police Officers – the four most stressful jobs of 2018 – commonly face risk of death or injury, physical demands, and other hazards every single day.

Reporter, Broadcaster and Public Relations Executive are professions with high public visibility. Nearly three-quarters of the American population is estimated to suffer from public speaking anxiety, so with that in mind, one could understand how these careers are high stress.

Enlisted Military Personnel, Firefighters, Airline Pilots and Police Officers – the four most stressful jobs of 2018 – commonly face risk of death or injury, physical demands, and other hazards every single day.

Road Scholar's New Educational Adventures Afloat Program Offers Americans A Unique Opportunity To Circumnavigate Cuba 

Road Scholar has been offering People-to-People educational adventures to Cuba since 1997, giving thousands of Americans the opportunity to experience the rich culture and meet the incredible people of this fascinating island nation. And more Americans have experienced Cuba with Road Scholar than any other educational travel organization.

Road Scholar has been offering People-to-People educational adventures to Cuba since 1997, giving thousands of Americans the opportunity to experience the rich culture and meet the incredible people of this fascinating island nation. And more Americans have experienced Cuba with Road Scholar than any other educational travel organization.

European clothing is in vogue in the United States – but with so many different sizing systems, it's often difficult to know what will fit, and what won't.

Data science and education company BlitzResults has released a new online tool that is designed to help US consumers understand European sizing. Whether they are shopping online, or planning to purchase clothing on vacation, this tool is sure to help them understand their size in Europe for both clothing and shoes.

Sweet Street, the nation's leading manufacturer of gourmet desserts, is pleased to announce the company has earned two 2018 Sysco Supplier Excellence Awards: the Gold Heritage Award and the Bronze Supplier Award in the Baker category.

The Gold Heritage Award was presented to Sweet Street as Sysco's top minority/ women-owned supplier partner, demonstrating excellence in sales growth through innovation and high-quality products while exceeding customer expectations. Sweet Street also received a Bronze Supplier Award in the Bakery category, marking the second consecutive year the company has earned this distinction.

The 2018 Sysco award recipients were selected based on sales growth and support, operational excellence and other key business performance metrics laid out by Sysco's merchandising, quality assurance and supply chain departments.

"It is a tremendous honor to be recognized with these awards," said Rick Kirkpatrick, VP Sales & Marketing for Sweet Street. "It speaks to our company's dedication to diversity, superior products, exceptional customer service and community engagement. Accepting such awards would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our employees on a daily basis."

To learn more about the Sysco Supplier Excellence Awards, contact the company at 800-793-3897 or www.sweetstreet.com.

Pennsylvania-based Sweet Street is the leader in frozen dessert sales, distributing to North America, Europe and Asia. Its innovation has created not only new dessert products, but also new dessert categories, Candy Bar Pies, Big Desserts, Pullmans, Xangos®, European Individuals and Brulée Cheesecakes. Sweet Street has also taken the initiative to remove GMOs, hidden preservatives and additives from its offerings. The company holds 15 copyrights for the design of its food products. Learn more by visiting www.sweetstreet.com or contacting your broker or distributor.

SOURCE Sweet Street

Sweet Street, the nation's leading manufacturer of gourmet desserts, is pleased to announce the company has earned two 2018 Sysco Supplier Excellence Awards: the Gold Heritage Award and the Bronze Supplier Award in the Baker category.

The Gold Heritage Award was presented to Sweet Street as Sysco's top minority/ women-owned supplier partner, demonstrating excellence in sales growth through innovation and high-quality products while exceeding customer expectations. Sweet Street also received a Bronze Supplier Award in the Bakery category, marking the second consecutive year the company has earned this distinction.

The 2018 Sysco award recipients were selected based on sales growth and support, operational excellence and other key business performance metrics laid out by Sysco's merchandising, quality assurance and supply chain departments.

"It is a tremendous honor to be recognized with these awards," said Rick Kirkpatrick, VP Sales & Marketing for Sweet Street. "It speaks to our company's dedication to diversity, superior products, exceptional customer service and community engagement. Accepting such awards would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our employees on a daily basis."

To learn more about the Sysco Supplier Excellence Awards, contact the company at 800-793-3897 or www.sweetstreet.com.

Pennsylvania-based Sweet Street is the leader in frozen dessert sales, distributing to North America, Europe and Asia. Its innovation has created not only new dessert products, but also new dessert categories, Candy Bar Pies, Big Desserts, Pullmans, Xangos®, European Individuals and Brulée Cheesecakes. Sweet Street has also taken the initiative to remove GMOs, hidden preservatives and additives from its offerings. The company holds 15 copyrights for the design of its food products. Learn more by visiting www.sweetstreet.com or contacting your broker or distributor.

SOURCE Sweet Street