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Read MoreGildan Joins U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol welcomes Gildan Activewear and its portfolio of company-owned brands as members. The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is a farm level, science-based program that sets a new standard for more sustainably grown cotton. It brings quantifiable and verifiable goals and…
Read MoreContainer Shipping Prices Have Now Quadrupled Compared to 2020 as Delays Become the New Norm
In February, we reported that the average cost to ship a cargo container had risen 80% since just three months prior. That rate put it at triple the cost compared to the start of 2020. Now that rate compared to 2020 has more than quadrupled, as Drewry Shipping Consultants Ltd. rated the price to ship…
Read MorePatty Henderson Promoted to Vice President of Procurement for Cap America
Cap America Inc. announced that Patty Henderson has been promoted to vice president of procurement. Henderson has been with the company for 34 years, beginning in 1987 as purchasing clerk. She was promoted to purchasing manager in 2003 and senior purchasing manager in 2006…
Read MoreIf Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees, Where Does it Grow?
You have all heard the saying, “Money doesn’t grow on trees.” We all get that. But what no one tells you is where money does grow. The truth is that money grows in “other people’s pockets.” So how do you get your share of money in “other people’s pockets”? Relationships. I have said for decades…
Read MoreA Workout to Empower Your Mind With Kate Eckman
“Our thoughts are affecting our mental metabolism—if you want energy that’s going to keep you going, then start having some better self-talk,” explains Kate Eckman, an accomplished entrepreneur, coach and author. Eckman shares her 10-step approach to becoming a better you and reaching maximum potential…
Read MoreShould You Enter Transactions as Journal Entries in QuickBooks?
Ask the Accountant… Question: I had some accounting in college. Can I enter transactions in QuickBooks as Journal Entries instead of learning the software? Answer: QuickBooks is designed to follow their designated flow so that your entries are recorded correctly. By doing this, the debits and credits are recorded automatically in the background of the…
Read MoreBAMKO Names Jake Himelstein President as Philip Koosed Joins Superior Group C-Suite
Superior Group of Companies, parent company of BAMKO, reported today that it has promoted BAMKO founder Philip Koosed to chief strategy officer of SGC. Jake Himelstein, formerly chief operating officer and chief financial officer for BAMKO, will step into Koosed’s role as president of BAMKO…
Read MoreEdwards Garment Announces Leadership Changes
Edwards Garment today announced several changes to its leadership. Gary Schultz, president and CEO, announced his decision to transition to retirement. He will maintain his leadership role as CEO for the organization, and will continue to advise the new president, Jose Gomez, through this transition…
Read MoreCollege Athletes Are Already Gearing Up for Merchandise After Supreme Court NCAA Ruling
After the Supreme Court’s ruling, some states are allowing college athletes to profit from their name, image and likeness. There’s already a boom in student-athletes filing trademarks for logos or incorporating their name onto existing product lines. It’s even playing a part in recruiting now, too…
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