Category management

SBA Statement on Biden-Harris Administration Exceeding Small Disadvantaged Business Contracting Goal

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Friday, April 12, 2024
CHIPS, Science, Administration, Small business, Holocene, Development aid, Category management, SBA, Federal, Human, Federation, Policy, Senior, Acquisition, KEGG, Participation, Pharmaceutical industry

In January 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a bold goal of increasing the share of federal contracting dollars going to SDBs to 15% by FY2025, a 50% increase from spending levels when he first took office.

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  • In January 2024, the Biden-Harris Administration announced a bold goal of increasing the share of federal contracting dollars going to SDBs to 15% by FY2025, a 50% increase from spending levels when he first took office.
  • As part of President Biden’s agenda , the SBA has announced new and improved initiatives to advance this goal – and we’re already seeing results.
  • “Today’s announcement shows the results, with a new record of contract spending with Small Disadvantaged Businesses and steady progress towards President Biden’s goal of awarding 15% of federal contracting dollars to Small Disadvantaged Businesses by FY2025.
  • The new procedures increase contracting opportunities for 8(a)-certified SDBs to ensure more equitable access to federal contracting dollars.

Dunkin’® Unleashes Its Sips of Summer: Debuts Kiwi Watermelon Dunkin’ Refresher With $3 Deal for Rewards Members

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Retail, Restaurant, Bar, Convenience Store, Food, Beverage, Blog, Coffee, Weather, Green tea, Social media, Reward, Category management, Hand, Chocolate, Collection, Taste, Dunkin, Multimedia, EST, Creativity, Iced coffee

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240501415985/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240501415985/en/
    Kiwi Watermelon Dunkin' Refresher and Watermelon Burst Donut from Dunkin' (Photo: Business Wire)
    Nothing complements sunnier days better than an iced Dunkin’ drink in hand.
  • Guests can enjoy the latest addition to the Dunkin’ Refresher lineup: the Kiwi Watermelon Dunkin’ Refresher, available with Green Tea or Lemonade.
  • Where dunking a donut into coffee has long been a tradition, Dunkin’ is elevating this ritual just in time for National Donut Day on June 7.
  • Between May 15-31, Dunkin’ Rewards members can try the new Green Goddess Wrap for $3.

Waytek Presents Outstanding Growth Award to SMP Trombetta

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
SMP, Category management, Partnership, Standard Motor Products, Growth

CHANHASSEN, Minn., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Electrical components distributor Waytek, Inc. has presented SMP Trombetta, a subsidiary of Standard Motor Products, with Waytek's Outstanding Growth Award for 2023. The Outstanding Growth Award recognizes the Waytek partner whose commitment to quality, innovation, and service has been reflected by exceptional growth in product sales to Waytek customers.

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  • The award recognizes SMP Trombetta, a subsidiary of Standard Motor Products, as an outstanding supplier whose products have experienced exceptional growth in sales at Waytek.
  • has presented SMP Trombetta, a subsidiary of Standard Motor Products, with Waytek's Outstanding Growth Award for 2023.
  • The Outstanding Growth Award recognizes the Waytek partner whose commitment to quality, innovation, and service has been reflected by exceptional growth in product sales to Waytek customers.
  • "SMP Trombetta continuously strives to provide the highest-quality solutions to our end users," said Mike Hassinger, Director of Sales & Marketing at SMP Trombetta.

Protis Global Welcomes Samantha Marino Parker and Cliff Hall as New VP's of Business Development

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Monday, April 1, 2024
Clorox, Kelly Services, Automation, Aramark, Cliff, Business development, Robotics, CPG, Category management, Marketing, Cliff Hall, Coca-Cola Enterprises, Korn Ferry, Sabra (company), Foodservice

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Protis Global proudly announces the appointment of Samantha Marino Parker as Vice President of Business Development for Food and Beverage, and Cliff Hall as Vice President of Business Development for Automation and Robotics.

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  • DELRAY BEACH, Fla., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Protis Global proudly announces the appointment of Samantha Marino Parker as Vice President of Business Development for Food and Beverage, and Cliff Hall as Vice President of Business Development for Automation and Robotics.
  • Cliff Hall joins Protis Global with a decade of recruiting experience, honing skills in account management and business development at firms like Korn Ferry and Kelly Services.
  • Combining 18 years in Food and Beverage with a decade in recruiting, Cliff's alignment with Protis Global was strategic.
  • "Samantha and Cliff bring invaluable experience fitting within the Protis Global framework nicely," said Bert Miller, CEO of Protis Global.

Waytek, Inc. and DSG-Canusa Announce Distribution Partnership

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Polyvinylidene fluoride, Partnership, DSG, Category management, Online shopping

CHANHASSEN, Minn., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DSG-Canusa, a global manufacturer of heat-shrink and cold-shrink products, and electrical components distributor Waytek, Inc. have announced an agreement for Waytek to become an authorized distributor of DSG's products.

Key Points: 
  • DSG-Canusa and electrical components distributor Waytek have formalized a partnership to distribute a full line of heat shrink products.
  • "We are thrilled to elevate our relationship with DSG-Canusa to a more strategic one," said Chase Lundstrom, Product and Category Manager, Waytek.
  • "DSG-Canusa's commitment to innovation, quality, and service make us an ideal fit for Waytek's customer base," said Dan Snell, Northwest U.S.
  • For more information about DSG-Canusa and to order from their product offering, visit their supplier page on the Waytek website.

Dunkin’® Springs Into Action With Launch of SPARKD’ Energy™ by Dunkin’ Alongside Limited-Time Offerings for Spring

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Men, Restaurant, Bar, Family, Supermarket, Consumer, Convenience Store, Food, Beverage, Teens, Retail, Other Consumer, Women, Seniors, Collection, Multimedia, Category management, Caffeine, Mineral, Vitamin, LEAP, Leap Day, Coffee, Cheese, Drink, Signature, Mobile phone

Alongside SPARKD’ Energy, Dunkin’ is doubling down on spring with a collection of delectable seasonal offerings.

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  • Alongside SPARKD’ Energy, Dunkin’ is doubling down on spring with a collection of delectable seasonal offerings.
  • This spring’s lineup includes never-before-seen menu items, from cinnamon-forward sips and Churro Donuts to Dunkin’s first-ever Breakfast Empanada and Banana Chocolate Chip Bread.
  • SPARKD’ Energy and the full spring menu will be available for a limited time at Dunkin’ restaurants nationwide starting today, February 21.
  • Crafted to offer a boost, SPARKD’ Energy is bursting with delicious flavors to give fans a new way to power through their day.

North America Class 1-3 Selected Power Steering Components Aftermarket Report 2023-2029 Featuring BBB Industries, CARDONE Industries, Robert Bosch, and AAE (CRP Automotive) - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, December 4, 2023
Other Energy, Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, General Automotive, Manufacturing, Energy, Other Manufacturing, AAE, Category management, PWR, CASE, Video game

The "Category Management: Class 1-3 Selected Power Steering Components Aftermarket in North America" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Category Management: Class 1-3 Selected Power Steering Components Aftermarket in North America" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This project considers growth opportunities in the North American aftermarket for hydraulic power steering pumps, racks, and gears as well as electric power steering racks.
  • Leading brands in the North American select power steering aftermarket are BBB Industries, CARDONE Industries, Robert Bosch LLC, AAE (CRP Automotive), Lares Corporation, Plews & Edelmann, and PWR Steer.
  • What is the current size of the aftermarket for selected power steering components in terms of revenue and unit shipments, and how will it change by 2029?

Waytek, Inc. and GEP Power Products Announce Distribution Agreement

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
ATV, Category management, Golf, Engineering, Partnership, Original equipment manufacturer, GEP, Transport

CHANHASSEN, Minn., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GEP Power Products, a leading provider of innovative electrical components, and trusted distributor Waytek, Inc. have announced a strategic partnership that solidifies Waytek as an authorized distributor of GEP Power Products' comprehensive range of electrical components, including fuse holders, junction blocks, power distribution modules and associated parts.

Key Points: 
  • GEP Power Products and electrical components distributor Waytek have formalized a partnership to distribute a wide range of automotive electrical components.
  • CHANHASSEN, Minn., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GEP Power Products, a leading provider of innovative electrical components, and trusted distributor Waytek, Inc .
  • have announced a strategic partnership that solidifies Waytek as an authorized distributor of GEP Power Products' comprehensive range of electrical components, including fuse holders, junction blocks, power distribution modules and associated parts.
  • This collaboration between Waytek and GEP Power Products opens new opportunities for customers, allowing them access to an even wider selection of electrical components and related products.

VF Corporation Appoints Trevor A. Edwards to Board of Directors

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Monday, October 23, 2023
Fashion, Other Retail, Retail, Footwear, Specialty, Category management, VFC, NYSE, Compensated emancipation, Colgate-Palmolive, Nike (company), Global marketing, Multimedia, Digital technology, Marketing, VF, VF Corporation, Italy (geographical region), Management

VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC), a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, today announced the appointment of Trevor A. Edwards to the company’s Board of Directors, effective October 22, 2023.

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  • VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC), a global leader in branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, today announced the appointment of Trevor A. Edwards to the company’s Board of Directors, effective October 22, 2023.
  • Edwards brings more than 25 years of marketing, global brand and general management experience in apparel and footwear.
  • He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Funko Inc., and previously served on Mattel Inc.’s Board of Directors.
  • Chair of the VF Board, Richard Carucci, said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Trevor to our Board.

Blue Yonder Highlights Company Investments and Technology During ICON London 2023

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
Data Management, Supply Chain Management, Technology, Transport, Retail, Software, Artificial Intelligence, Logistics, Internet, Environment, Sustainability, Cloud, Patent, Language, Data science, Investment, Category, Machine learning, Commerce, AI, Warehouse execution system, Software as a service, Accenture, Doddle, Computation, Carbon, The White Glove, Ecosystem, Category management, Generative, Snowflake, Saumur, API, History, Transportation and Warehouse Management System, Heuristic, Yonder, Warehouse, ML, Video game, Medical device, Blue Yonder

Blue Yonder is truly building the supply chain operating system for the world.”

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  • Blue Yonder is truly building the supply chain operating system for the world.”
    Blue Yonder plans to release its largest product update in the history of the company in December 2023.
  • This is made possible thanks to the progress the company has made on the technology and capabilities it announced in May at its ICON Las Vegas event .
  • Blue Yonder connects the breadth of its portfolio from supply chain planning and category management to commerce, warehousing, and transportation via the Luminate® Platform.
  • Blue Yonder continues to enhance its proprietary artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and predictive analytics with new, cutting-edge capabilities.