INDUSTRY NEWS

ABMA Educational Institute 2023 Webinar Series #2: “Be an All-Win, Good Jobs Company”

The ABMA Educational Institute is set to present the second of three webinars from Bruce Merrifield on Thursday, October 26th, 2023, at 1:00 pm Eastern Time (ET). This month’s session is “Be an All-Win, Good Jobs Company,” and will be centered on the “Good Jobs Strategy.” This system-thinking solution was pioneered by FedEx at its outset in 1973 with its “people, service, profits”(PSP) strategy. From its founding in 1983, Costco adopted this same – pay the most; to get the best; to retain and cross-train; and to achieve operational-excellence and flexibility.

Storch-Ciret Group Acquires Savy to Expand Market Position in France

Daniel Rogusch, CEO of Storch-Ciret Group

Painting tools under the same umbrella

Storch-Ciret Group, the market leader for painting tools in Europe, has acquired French painting tool specialist Savy. The group is already represented in France by its subsidiary Ciret France. With the French production facility, the company is strengthening its expertise in manufacturing for painting tools Made in Europe. The Storch-Ciret Group is thus a major player in the French market for painting tools — with a comprehensive product range that meets the needs of both commercial and private end customers.

Boucherie at 28th Fakuma Trade Fair: October 17-21

Boucherie, a leading innovator in brush machine manufacturing, cordially invites industry professionals to visit their booth at the upcoming Fakuma trade fair, scheduled to take place in Friedrichshafen, Germany, from October 17 to 21, 2023. Fakuma has solidified its reputation as a premier event in the field of industrial plastics processing in Europe, attracting over 1500 exhibitors for its 28th edition.

At this prestigious event, Boucherie will proudly showcase its latest advancements in injection mold technology, alongside a diverse array of applications harnessing this groundbreaking technology. Boucherie will be exhibiting at Booth # 5125, located in Hall A5. The Boucherie team is eager to provide visitors with insights into their innovative solutions and engage in meaningful discussions.

William C. McHenry Elected to IHA Board Of Directors

William C. McHenry, president and CEO of Widgeteer, Inc., has been elected to the board of directors of the International Housewares Association (IHA), the full-service trade association for the housewares industry. His three-year term begins October 1, 2023 and ends Sept. 30, 2026.

Also elected were new board officers:

  • Chairman – Neal Asbury, president & CEO, The Legacy Companies
  • Vice Chairman/Chairman Elect – Paul Cosaro, CEO, Picnic Time Family of Brands
  • Treasurer – Michael Otterman, president & CEO, Lodge Cast Iron

WEBINAR: Introduction to the Untapped Talent Learning Community

The Ohio Manufacturers’ Association introduces the Untapped Talent Learning Community – a community supporting manufacturers, industry sector partnerships, and workforce professionals interested in hiring and retention best practices. These communities will offer information, discussions, resources, best practices, and tools aimed at improving recruitment, training, and retention of untapped talent. The webinar will be held Thursday, October 19, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (CT).

Bed Bath & Beyond/Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson at Chief Housewares Executive SuperSession (CHESS)

Bed Bath & Beyond/Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson will meet with a conference of housewares executives for the first time since relaunching the homegoods retailer in August when he appears during the keynote session at the International Housewares Association’s 2023 Chief Housewares Executive SuperSession (CHESS) Oct. 3 & 4 in Rosemont, Ill.

Overstock acquired the Bed Bath & Beyond brand after BBB filed for bankruptcy earlier this year and rebranded under the Bed Bath & Beyond name in August. In this special “fireside chat” presentation, Johnson will outline the relaunch of Bed Bath & Beyond and his plans for expansion in home and housewares. Attendees will be able to direct questions to Johnson about the new Bed Bath & Beyond and the company’s expanding home-centric transformation. HomePage News Editor-in-Chief and CHESS facilitator Peter Giannetti will moderate the discussion with Johnson.