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 Beverage World
Title: The Road to Success
August 15, 2010
Hard work and knowledge of the industry and customers have led to two excellent years for Holston Valley Distributing—recession notwithstanding. Beverage World
Title: Tea from Another Time
August 15, 2010
Milo's Famous Tea mixes nostalgia with the latest marketing and business strategies. Pizza Today
Title: Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law
August 01, 2010
Having a policy in place to keep racial harassment in check can lead to a happy workplace and protect businesses against lawsuits. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Farming It Out
July 15, 2010
The agriculture industry in Skagit and Whatcom counties continues to weed through a number of challenges—the biggest being water, labor and land. Refreshing News
Title: Growing a Green Business
July 15, 2010
Coca-Cola's Sustainable Resource Center is a one-stop shop to help its customers operate in a greener fashion. Nightclub & Bar
Title: Policy Power
July 02, 2010
Choosing the right insurance for your nightclub and bar can be the difference between surviving and going under if disaster hits. Cheers
Title: BOKA Kitchen and Bar
June 15, 2010
Being an independent restaurant and bar allows BOKA to put together the wine list that makes it stand out. Cheers
Title: Coffee & The Cocktail
May 15, 2010
Hearty coffee cocktails are popular in bars and restaurants in winter and spring. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Day Tripping
May 01, 2010
Transportation is always an issue on the San Juan Islands - both getting there and getting around - but local businesses are making inroads. Nutraceuticals World
Title: Grocery Products for Gut Health
April 16, 2010
Gut health is the new thing and many food and beverage products are capitalizing on it, by touting the amount of fiber in their formulations. Beverage World
Title: Rogue Revolution
April 01, 2010
As its brewing operation continues to thrive, Rogue Ales dabbles in several other businesses. Beverage World
Title: Texan Tastes
March 10, 2010
Visiting every single off-premise account keeps Wismer Distributing a strong company. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Sick Leave
March 01, 2010
Along with losing jobs, huge numbers of people have been losing their health insurance in the past couple of years. What are the options for these people, when their health needs some attention? QSR
Title: Tea Party
February 15, 2010
Innovation in teas mean these beverages are poised for success in quick serve restaurants. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Homing Instincts
February 01, 2010
Tightened purse strings mean more consumers are doing the work on their homes themselves. Here's how it's looking in northern Washington state. QSR
Title: Two-Wheel Meals
January 15, 2010
Bicycle deliveries are not only greener but can help quick serve restaurants in other ways. NACS Magazine
Title: Supermarket Lessons
January 15, 2010
Grocery stores have implemented new inititatives that convenience stores could mimic to improve business. All About Beer
Title: Does Size Matter
January 15, 2010
Nano-brewing is a new trend spreading across the country with brewers producing super small batches of beer. Beverage World
Title: The Spirit of Partnership
January 14, 2010
Staying as far away from being "corporate" and instead encouraging entrepreneurship, is what Temperance Distilling is all about. Cheers
Title: Some Really Happy Hours
January 12, 2010
An unbeatable happy hour has kept Pearl Bellevue hopping since it opened in Seattle. Nutraceuticals World
Title: Raising the Bar (on Chocolate)
January 06, 2010
The addition of chocolate helps move nutrition bars off the shelves and into consumers' stomachs. Beverage World
Title: Execution Excellence
December 08, 2009
Coors Distributing Co. of Fort Worth relies on its excellent reputation and business acumen to keep business strong Beverage World
Title: Diversity is the Key
December 08, 2009
Fred Nosef Sr. talks about how a diverse product range keeps business brisk for Mississippi Distributors, Inc. Beverage World
Title: Male Order?
December 01, 2009
Skinny Water contains no calories, sodium, sugar or preservatives, which is its selling point. The company expects the drink to be a hit with men as well as women. Beverage World
Title: Your Best Bud For Beer
December 01, 2009
Bud Distributing was begun by two generations of the Nate family and continues to be run by one of them, as well as a second new generation. It is winning customers "inch by inch." NACS Magazine
Title: Technology App-lications
November 01, 2009
To stay strong in the retail game, convenience stores should leverage smartphone apps to build consumer loyalty and provide mobile convenience Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Design Time
October 15, 2009
Real estate business is down but the winners are the interior designs as home-owners look to remodel and renovate instead of buying a new pad. Here four designers talk about their business. Beverage World
Title: August Schell Brewing Co.: Crafting Tradition
October 07, 2009
Being a fifth-generation company in the brewing world has allowed August Schell to build and maintain excellent relationships with its customers. Toronto Star
Title: Escape to San Juan
October 05, 2009
Sanity and cash are both in short supply these days but if you visit the San Juan Islands off-season you can recoup the former and be sure to save some of the latter. PDNedu
Title: What Does It Cost ... To Study, Live and Work in Los Angeles
September 15, 2009
Everyone imagines living in Los Angeles is expensive, but is it worth considering for photographers? PDNedu takes a look. NACS Magazine
Title: On-the-go Retailing
September 09, 2009
Cell phones can help customers order, pay for and discount their purchases. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: New Skills, New Jobs
September 01, 2009
An aging population in the U.S. means more people to take care of. To this end, more people are returning to school to learn healthcare skills. They can do this at three colleges in Whatcom and Skagit Counties in Washington state. Beverage World
Title: Brewing Up A Legacy
September 01, 2009
Great relationships and products keep Straub Brewing relevant today. Beverage World
Title: The Lake Effect
September 01, 2009
Approaching business, and relationships, one bottle, and one client, at a time, keeps business strong for Great Lakes Beverage Co. NACS Magazine
Title: Tomorrow's Customer
September 01, 2009
They stay up all night, drink lots of coffee and eat at strange hours. Today's students are the customers of tomorrow for convenience stores. Here's how college convenience stores are drawing them in. All About Beer
Title: Beer in Wine Country
September 01, 2009
A few days in wine country, swilling, holding glasses up to the light and describing fruity characteristics, is no fun for a beer lover. But all of the big wine countries in North America offer their fair share of breweries—you just need to know where to find them, as this article reveals. QSR
Title: Sourcing Sustainably
August 15, 2009
Chefs are looking to serve more sustainable seafood. Here's how they're doing it and why. Beverage World
Title: Home Base
August 15, 2009
It was the first legal brewering in western North Carolina, and Highland Brewing Co., continues to grow, by staying as close to its roots as possible. Drug Store News
Title: Telehealth's next move may be a foray into social media
August 10, 2009
Telehealth allows the multiple devices patients use to speak to each other—and to allow others to monitor their health remotely. Drug Store News
Title: Stimulus bill spurs electronic prescribing
August 10, 2009
President Obama's stimulus bill encourages the use of electronic prescribing, which will bring advantages for everyone from consumers to pharmacists. Nutraceuticals World
Title: One Small (Carbon) Footprint for Food Manufacturers
August 10, 2009
Food companies are searching for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. This article takes a look at how they're doing it. Specialty Coffee Retailer
Title: Wired at the Copper Cup
August 03, 2009
Seasonal business proved to be too much for Wired @ The Copper Cup, which closed its doors this year, due to lost business. Here are the lessons the owners learned. NACS Magazine
Title: Niche Comercialización
August 01, 2009
The makeup of the U.S. is changing and convenience stores need to cater to Hispanics so they don't lose customers. Careers In Pharmacy
Title: Preparing For Your Career in Pharmacy
July 15, 2009
What do you really need to think about when you are considering a career in pharmacy. Careers In Pharmacy
Title: Navigating The Admissions Proces
July 15, 2009
Dealing with the pharmacy school admissions process takes a lot of time and work, but here's how you can be prepared in advance. Northwest Palate
Title: Idaho: The Northwest's New Wine Frontier
July 01, 2009
Potatoes may be the first thing that come to mind when you think of Idaho but there's a new hot product emerging: wine. With the approval of the Snake River Valley AVA in 2007, we can expect to see more of both reds, whites and roses from this spectacular region. Beverage World
Title: Spaten North America: Prost! Modern
June 09, 2009
Importers of high-end beers are doing well in an economy where consumers are looking for small luxuries. This means business is good for Spaten North America. QSR
Title: Standout Store: Stevi B's
June 03, 2009
Adding some practices from full-service restaurants mean Ron Rye's new venture, Stevi B's Pizza, is doing well. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Social Seniors
June 01, 2009
Formerly places to eek out the rest of your days, senior living facilities are now attracting guests looking to live a full life—sometimes for decades. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Sidney, B.C., Ferry Run Saved
June 01, 2009
Strong campaigns in both Washington and British Columbia mean the formerly threatened ferry between Anacorrtes and Sidney will continue to run. Refreshing News
Title: Size Makes a Difference
May 15, 2009
Offering the optimal selection of cups with the correct names can increase beverage sales in foodservice restaurants. NACS Magazine
Title: World Wide Networking
May 10, 2009
You may be missing the virtual boat if you don't use social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, which offer a great opportunity to communicate with your customers and learn what they have to say. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: The Tourists Will Come
May 01, 2009
While spring business is slow in the San Juan Islands, businesses are quietly hopeful for a good summer since everyone still needs a nearby getaway. QSR
Title: Standout Store: Pizza Party
May 01, 2009
Social media is just one of the ways Bear Silber is promoting his restaurant Pizza Party. Cheers
Title: The Art of Sports
April 21, 2009
Spitfire in Seattle is not your everyday sports bar. In fact, the owner likes to think of it as a thinking man's sports bar. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Fish Sticks Get Fancy
April 01, 2009
The imitation crab meat business is proving successful for Sugiyo USA, based in Anacortes, Wash. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Small Town Survival
April 01, 2009
Business is mixed in Anacortes, but businesses are doing their best to pull through the difficulties, with varying degrees of success. QSR
Title: Standout Store: Tenders Fresh Food
April 01, 2009
The little guy, Tenders Fresh Food in Charlotte, N.C., is going head-to-head with the big guy, Chick-fil-A. Washington State Visitors' Guide
Title: Water Colors
March 16, 2009
Paintings, ceramics and sculptures can be seen year-round on the San Juan Islands. And in the summer, there are a number of festivals celebrating art. Washington State Visitors' Guide
Title: Power to the Paddlers
March 16, 2009
Kayaking is a great way to see the San Juan Islands—even for beginners. Washington State Visitors' Guide
Title: Market Fresh
March 16, 2009
Adrift in Anacortes, Wash., was serving local food long before it was a trend. Washington State Visitors' Guide
Title: Glasses Half Full
March 16, 2009
Oenophiles are in their element in wine country in Eastern Washington. PDNedu
Title: What Does It Cost ... To Study, Live and Work in Denver
March 15, 2009
The cost of living in Denver, Colo., as a photographer is broken down, with examples from photographers who make a living there. NACS Magazine
Title: The Perks of Coffee
March 15, 2009
McDonald's is having success with coffee, when no one thought they could go beyond fast food. This goes to show that a good, well-executed coffee program is an ideal sales opportunity for convenience stores. Kids' Connection
Title: Breathing Easy Again
March 15, 2009
A team of pulmonary specialists helps a small child breathe easily. Kids' Connection
Title: Treat Me Like a Kid
March 15, 2009
Turning 18 may qualify someone to be officially treated as an adult, but sometimes it's better to keep them in the children's ward for better care. QSR
Title: Standout Stores: Pekoe & Joe
March 12, 2009
Being one of three certified green restaurants in Michigan, means sourcing can be an issue for Pekoe & Joe, but its owners are making a go of it. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: All Hands on Deck
March 01, 2009
Dark clouds are looming for the Anacortes to Sidney ferry run as Washington State Ferries threatens to cut this run. Local business people speak out. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: The Sound of Success
March 01, 2009
Specialize hearing practitioners in Whatcom and Skagit counties bring sound back to patients' lives. Book Business
Title: University Presses Press on through the Recession
February 06, 2009
While the economy is a concern for university presses, they have plenty of other things to worry about, including changes in education funding; the digital future; and changes in students' habits. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Construction's Coasting
February 01, 2009
The building industry continues to be fairly healthy, despite the economy—but only for the larger construction companies. Smaller companies are not doing so well. QSR
Title: Standout Stores
February 01, 2009
Tropical Smoothie Cafe finds an unusual location—a Toyota dealership in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Supermarket News
Title: Affordable Luxuries
January 26, 2009
Despite the country's financial woes, customers are still wiling to pay for candy, including Fair Trade and local products, perhaps in a bid to feel good. Healthy Spirit
Title: A Helping Hand
January 15, 2009
The international Adoption Clinic at St. Vincent's Hospital gives parents-to-be all the help they need. Healthy Spirit
Title: Detecting Cancer Early
January 15, 2009
If you could test your kids for the cancer you carry, would you? Bill had colon cancer and faced a difficult decision. Healthy Spirit
Title: Get a Grip on Holiday Stress
January 15, 2009
Holidays are a time for families and joy, but unfortunately they also involve a lot of stress. Here's how to deal with it. Healthy Spirit
Title: A New Way To Study Cancer
January 15, 2009
Total Cancer Care, a new program at St. Vincent Hospital, involves oncology patients in research. NACS Magazine
Title: The Smell of Success
January 15, 2009
When run correctly, a floral department can bring in extra revenue for convenience stores. Kids' Connection
Title: The Gift of Sound
January 15, 2009
Cochlear implant allows a small child to hear—and to learn how to speak. Kids' Connection
Title: Banishing Boredom
January 15, 2009
Coloring books help children—patients and the offspring of patients—pass time at St. Vincent Hospital. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Management Services Northwest Cleans Up
January 01, 2009
Caring for its employees and its clients' businesses as if they are its own, has led to Managment Services Northwest being named on the Inc. 500 list of the country's fastest growing companies. Nutraceuticals World
Title: Nutrition Bars Fill a Role
January 01, 2009
Satiety and digestive health are key to keeping bar consumers happy in 2009, with fiber, probiotics and protein. Washington Magazine
Title: Potted History
December 15, 2008
Crow Valley Pottery takes inspiration from its home on Orcas Island and offers a range of different styles. Supermarket News
Title: Promote Local Food
December 15, 2008
As the locavore movement takes hold, retailers get more creative in how they provide local foods. ASMP Bulletin
Title: Insights from Another World
December 15, 2008
Photographers talk about how their previous careers have helped them pursue a life behind the lens. PDNedu
Title: Work It
December 02, 2008
What photographers wear to a wedding shoot not only sets the tone, but may also lead to more work. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Facing the Future
December 01, 2008
Pacific Northwest doctors successfully move into cosmetic surgery to boost business. Supermarket News
Title: Detroit Food Retailers Commit to Safety, Quality
December 01, 2008
More than 25 retailers have signed up for the Guaranteed Fresh Detroit Independent Grocers Initiative, with the goal of improving the perception of the food offered in the city's grocery stores. Book Business
Title: Tips for a Successful Book Launch
December 01, 2008
Marketing experts weigh in with their advice on how best to market books, using both traditional and the latest methods. Supermarket News
Title: Wanted: Cooking Tools
November 17, 2008
As the economy tanks, consumers are cooking more at home. The problem is that they don't have the cookware after years of eating out. How are grocery stores capitalizing on this and creating more cookware sales? Supermarket News
Title: Savings, Convenience Key in Northwest
November 17, 2008
The Northwest hasn't been as hard hit as other regions of the country, but it has been hit. Grocers are kicking in cost savings and convenience to keep holiday sales brisk. Toronto Star
Title: Lying your way through dinner and dessert
November 08, 2008
At the Sylvia Beach Hotel in Newport, Ore., telling lies at dinner is a requisite. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Retail Rallies
November 01, 2008
Northwest Washington shoppers continue to spend money despite the country's economic woes. Supermarket News
Title: Town & Country Inspires Aspiring Cooks
October 27, 2008
Culinary Resource Centers at Town & Country supermarkets in Washington teach consumers how to cook. Supermarket News
Title: Portland's Co-ops Build Connections
October 27, 2008
Portland's three co-ops work in tandem to create a community feel for Oregon shoppers. Drug Store News
Title: Generics market becomes international as M&A activity intensifies.
October 17, 2008
Consolidations in the generic drug industry increase. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Strong Women
October 15, 2008
Female gym owners are toning up Northwest Washington members. Whole Health
Title: C&K Market: Making Sustainability Work
October 15, 2008
C&K Market in Oregon is so devoted to being green that it's created an entire department devoted to it, with some lofty goals. PDNedu
Title: What Does it Cost..To Study, Live and Work in Washington, D.C.?
October 15, 2008
How much is living in Washington, D.C., going to set you back, if you work or study as a photographer? Northwest Women
Title: Fantastic Phantoms: A Northwest Ghost Hunt
October 15, 2008
A northwest ghost hunt journeys across four states Northwest Women
Title: Treasure Tripping
October 15, 2008
Treasure hunting in the Northwest takes many different forms, as one person's treasure is another's junk. It's Your Life
Title: Taking Aim at Breast Cancer
October 15, 2008
Breast brachytherapy is a new and very precise form of radiation that helps treat breast cancer patients. It's Your Life
Title: A Better Kind of Colorectal Surgery
October 15, 2008
Minimally invasive colorectal surgery means less time in the operating room, smaller incisions and faster recovery time. It's Your Life
Title: Do Good Campaign Helps Spread the Word
October 15, 2008
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital markets its altruistic spirit in a new campaign. It's Your Life
Title: Simple Solutions for a Safer Home
October 15, 2008
Elderly people are injured more by falls than anything else, but following some simple advice from Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital means falls can be drastically reduced. It's Your Life
Title: Robots Take On Gynecological Surgery
October 15, 2008
Robotic surgery for gynecological procedures is minimallly invasive, faster and leads to quicker recovery times for patients. It's Your Life
Title: Women's Hearth Health: Screening is Key
October 15, 2008
Heart attack symptoms are very different for men and women. Advocate Good Shepherd hospital proposes regular screenings and advice on warning signs. QSR
Title: Targeting Kids
October 01, 2008
Fast-food companies have never been shy about touting their products to children, but now several groups are trying to limit their marketing. QSR
Title: Satire Service
October 01, 2008
New website Food Chain Month Daily is giving The Onion a run for its money. Entertainment News Northwest
Title: Expect the Unexpected...Paintings by Larry Heald
October 01, 2008
Larry Heald's surrealist art makes viewers think twice. Healthy Spirit
Title: Let's Hear it for Hospitalists
October 01, 2008
Dr. David Zipes of St. Vincent's Hospital talks about the role of hospitalists. Supermarket News
Title: Downtown format a hit for Kress IGA
September 22, 2008
The first grocery store opens in downtown Seattle, with a strong focus on serving nearby business workers. Supermarket News
Title: Consumer Panel to talk Floral Shopping
September 22, 2008
Flowers can bring the sweet scent of success to grocery stores. Publishing Executive
Title: A Fresh Spin on Going Digital
September 20, 2008
Spin magazine started publishing its entire magazine on MySpace earlier this year, for free. I talked to publisher Malcolm Campbell to find out why. Book Business
Title: Branded a Success
September 15, 2008
Jen Singer's web site was a big help in marketing her book, "You're a Good Mom." Drug Store News
Title: Hadfield Pharmacy sweetens compounded prescriptions
September 08, 2008
A Washington state pharmacy is doing more business than ever compounding medicines Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Mount Vernon Moves On
September 01, 2008
A recently-approved revitalization plan means Mount Vernon, Wash. 2028, will be very different from the city you see today. Supermarket News
Title: Skillet Savvy
September 01, 2008
With less time on their hands than ever before, yet wanting restaurant-quality meals, consumers are turning to heat-and-serve frozen skillet meals. QSR
Title: Barbecue, the Cat Cora Way
August 25, 2008
Cat Cora's restaurant will be one of a tri-branded concept opening this fall in Costa Mesa, Calif. Drug Store News
Title: Canada's Big Pharma fails to stand by promises
August 18, 2008
Despite pledging to invest 10% of their profits into R&D, Canadian pharmaceutical companies are failing to stand by their promise. QSR
Title: Made to Order Mornings
August 15, 2008
Speed is the most important aspect for quick serve restaurants serving breakfast. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: More than meets the eye at Marine Supply and Hardware
August 01, 2008
The oldest business in Anacortes is a haven in strange items, as well as standard hardware and antiques The New West
Title: West to World: Welcome Yen, Euro and Pound
July 11, 2008
European tourism is on the increase to the mountain west, but what's spurring it and how are people in the tourism industry coping? Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Off-Shore Strategies
July 01, 2008
Residents of the San Juan Islands juggle seasonal business and a lack of employees, but are lured to stay by the region's beauty. QSR
Title: Chat, Chart, and Check
July 01, 2008
The quick-serve restaurant industry relies and flourishes on networking. QSR takes a look at some of the online options for keeping an eye on customers and industry insiders. Drug Store News
Title: Automated kiosks act as virtual OTC advisers
June 23, 2008
Automated kiosks in drug stores help customers treat diseases and find the right drugs. Drug Store News
Title: Protein bars gain new merchandising power
June 23, 2008
Low carb and low-fat diets have come and gone. Manufacturers of nutrition bars are now putting high-protein bars center stage. Drug Store News
Title: Speed, accuracy boost home tests' popularity
June 23, 2008
Home test kits for paternity, DNA and drugs are becoming increasingly popular in drug stores. QSR
Title: Ready for Take-Off
June 15, 2008
Airport food contractors see new opportunities pre-security. Northwest Women
Title: Repose on Rails
June 15, 2008
Take the train north along the coast of British Columbia and start relaxing. You can practise taking it easy in Vancouver before you go. The Independent
Title: Lyon's Answer to Punch and Judy
June 07, 2008
Puppet shows have a 200-year history in Lyon, France, where adults and children enjoy their antics. Supermarket News
Title: Remodels Help C&K Build Local Business
June 02, 2008
After a couple of converstions, C&K Markets in Oregon, is operating two supermarkets, half a mile apart, and is enjoying success with both of them. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Play Date
June 01, 2008
Local businesses have plenty of options for off-site corporate retreats, where they can work and socialize. Natural Health Directory
Title: Bowenwork: The Miracle Healer
June 01, 2008
Bowenwork is an all-natural way to reset our body and fix it of numerous ailments. Supermarket News
Title: Chew On This
May 12, 2008
Long lasting flavors and functional benefits have consumers chewing on more gum. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: All aboard, Anacortes
May 01, 2008
Bussings, housing and happiness are booming on Fidalgo Island, Wash. QSR
Title: How Sweet It Isn't
May 01, 2008
The dwindling honeybee population is affecting food crops and could lead to a shortage of ingredients for foodservice operators. Nutraceuticals World
Title: The Life Lines of Women
May 01, 2008
More products are appearing on the market to help women live more healthfully—and longer Supermarket News
Title: Silk Road Winds into Food Pavilion
April 21, 2008
A new tea and spice bar in Food Pavilion heats up. Beverage World
Title: Special Teas
April 15, 2008
We're glugging back more ready-to-drink teas, but what's driving the market? The Real Deal
Title: Media Companies On The Move
April 08, 2008
As rents go up in Manhattan, publishing companies move out of established HQ in search of cheaper digs. Supermarket News
Title: Only the Best
April 07, 2008
As humans upgrade the food they eat, they're doing it for their pets too and premium pet treats are capturing a bigger share of Fido's stomach. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Haggen, at the Heart of the Community
April 01, 2008
Pacific Northwest retailer celebrates 75 years of business. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: For Sale
April 01, 2008
You're ready to sell your business but how do you go about creating a succession plan? Let the experts tell you. Drug Store News
Title: Walgreens promotes colon cancer education
April 01, 2008
Walgreens is partnering with the Colon Cancer Alliance to educate customers Drug Store News
Title: Time is right for phase two of Project Destiny
April 01, 2008
Associations are moving ahead with Project Destiny, which will make pharmacies viable healthcare resources for consumers. Inside Fashion
Title: Caught in the Middle
April 01, 2008
The UK's apparel market—particularly the middle market—is not faring well in the current economy. Entertainment News Northwest
Title: Local Artists Paints Anacortes Red—and Yellow, Blue and Orange
April 01, 2008
Anacortes, Wash., artist Al Currier displays his latest work. Supermarket News
Title: United Supermarkets Expands Amigos to New Markets
March 31, 2008
Texas grocery chain expands its Hispanic format. The Real Deal
Title: Nightclub Impresarios Redo the Inn
March 10, 2008
Sean MacPherson and Eric Goode have used their nightclub and restaurant know-how to start a hotel empire. Supermarket News
Title: Safeway Hosts Heart Health Events
March 03, 2008
Screenings in Safeway stores across the country encourage consumers to look after their hearts. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Anacortes Jeweler Continues to Shine
March 01, 2008
Burton Jewelers is one of Anacortes' oldest businesses. Doug Burton explains what's kept them in business. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Vision Becomes a Dream Come True
March 01, 2008
After dreaming of the business for years, Brett Ginther last years launched the successful Deception Pass Tours. New Age Retailer
Title: Southern Sanctuary
March 01, 2008
With good customer service, a friendly attitude and a welcoming atmosphere, Eclectic by Nature in Greensboro, N.C., will always have a steady flow of customers. New Age Retailer
Title: A Perfect Match
March 01, 2008
Wedding items offer a new line of business to New Age retailers. PDNedu
Title: What does it cost..To Study, Live and Work in Santa Fe?
March 01, 2008
What's the cost of living for a photographer in Santa Fe? Book Business
Title: It's 'Tea Time' for Random House
February 15, 2008
Random House partners with tea company Celestial Seasonings to create a book club. Internationalist
Title: It's in the Stars—At Least it is in Asia
February 07, 2008
Northwestern U.S. companies market their wares in Asian with Asian stars. Northwest Women
Title: Spa-rry Eyed in the San Juan Islands
February 01, 2008
The San Juan Islands, off the coast of Washington state, are the perfect place to kick back and enjoy some spa treatments. Supermarket News
Title: Prepared Food a Big Hit at New Caputos
January 28, 2008
A new Caputo's in Illinois is putting the emphasis on fresh and prepared foods. The Real Deal
Title: Hudson Yards Bids Show Advantages, Difficulties, of Securing Anchor Tenants
January 08, 2008
Five developers battle it out to win the bid for New York's Hudson Yards. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Refining industry facing change
January 01, 2008
From cleaner product to the search for fuel alternatives, local refineries prepare to meet demands of a changing marketplace. The Real Deal
Title: With Columbia expansion, prices expected to head north in northern Manhattan
December 20, 2007
The expansion of Columbia University could cause property prices to rise by 20 percent. FoodService Director
Title: 'Brand' New Growth
December 15, 2007
Microsoft's headquarters in Seattle introduces proprietary and local brands to its employees. Sunday Life
Title: Dog Days
December 09, 2007
Commitment phobic dog lovers can test out their devotion with Flexpetz. Supermarket News
Title: Whole Foods Gives Shoppers Taste of Holidays for Charity
December 03, 2007
Whole Foods in Vancouver holds holiday events to attract shoppers. Brandweek
Title: Silly Brand Names Get Serious Attention
December 03, 2007
They sound like children's words, but the fact is that silly names are being increasingly adopted by websites. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: The Fight of Pharmacies
December 01, 2007
How do independent pharmacies keep customers coming back? FoodService Director
Title: Closed Campus Calls for Carts
November 15, 2007
Portable stations help manage the volume of students eating lunch at Antioch High School, California. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Print Charming
November 01, 2007
Mount Vernon printing business uses latest technology to keep up with market demand. Supermarket News
Title: Cross Fire
October 22, 2007
Does cross-merchandising work in grocery stores? FoodService Director
Title: Rodale Goes Live with Nutrition Site
October 15, 2007
Publishing firm puts nutrition info on the company web site in response to employee demand. FoodService Director
Title: Farmers Ply Wares at Boston College
October 12, 2007
A Boston College farmers market encourages students to eat locally and helps educate them about the food they buy. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Starry Eyed Over Maps
October 01, 2007
Five hundred years from now, when our futuristic descendants want to know what life was like for us, they'll only need to pull our a map from Starr Maps. Drug Store News
Title: Authorized generics stave off competition
September 24, 2007
What is the damage of authorized generics to the industry and the consumer? Drug Store News
Title: Future for biogenerics approval pathway remains murky
September 24, 2007
When is an approval pathway for biologic drugs likely to be approved? Drug Store News
Title: India, China, will create big demand for generics
September 24, 2007
China and India are becoming hotbeds of generic activity Drug Store News
Title: Generics poised to ride wave of branded patent expirations
September 24, 2007
An overview of the United States' generic drug industry. Supermarket News
Title: Study: Customers Reward Preferences Vary
September 24, 2007
What kind of rewards do customers want from their retailers? Supermarket News
Title: Central Market Hosts Meet, Eat and Greet
September 17, 2007
A Washington store holds an event for differentiation. Supermarket News
Title: Capers Survey Indicates Why Shoppers Are Going Local
September 10, 2007
Seventy percent of shoppers prefer to buy locally grown produce, finds a study by Capers, Vancouver. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: East Supplements West
September 07, 2007
The good and the bad of complementary medicine in Washington state. Brandweek
Title: Heinz. Co. Latest to get
September 04, 2007
What are the likely ramifications of the appointment of Nelson Peltz to Heinz' board? Supermarket News
Title: Premium Pet Food
September 03, 2007
How are retailers reassuring customers following the pet food scare earlier this year? Whole Health
Title: Local Learning
September 03, 2007
The Living Naturally Fair at Capers grocery store in Vancouver helps fuel the local trend. PDNedu
Title: What Does It Cost...To Live in Chicago
September 01, 2007
What does it cost to live, work and go to school as a photographer in Chicago. Supermarket News
Title: Everyday Organics
August 27, 2007
Competitively priced private-label lines are bridging the gap between organic foods and mainstream consumers. Supermarket News
Title: Plastic Presents
August 27, 2007
Gift cards are ubiquitous in grocery store these days. Why and where is this going? Supermarket News
Title: Everyday Organics
August 27, 2007
Competitively priced private label lines are bridging the gap between organic foods and mainstream consumers Drug Store News
Title: Industry divided on authorized generics issue
August 13, 2007
A look at why authorized generics are so controversial. Drug Store News
Title: Progress of biologics slow in the United States
August 13, 2007
Biologic drugs stand to save lives and consumers' money...So what's the hold up? Drug Store News
Title: Generics line up waiting for big name patents to expire
August 13, 2007
As soon as branded drug patents expire, we're likely to see these cheaper versions on the market. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: La Conner: Residents vs. Business
August 01, 2007
Businesses in La Conner love the opportunities in this small Washington state town. Wild Catch
Title: Shell Game
July 31, 2007
A look at restaurants serving conch and what they're doing with it. Wild Catch
Title: Halibut Trucked South from Alaska
July 31, 2007
Tasters sampled three types of halibut—fresh flown, fresh trucked and frozen flown, from Alaska and decide which is best. Wild Catch
Title: Seafood 101
July 31, 2007
What exactly do cooking schools teach? Here Amanda looks at a cooking school in England. Supermarket News
Title: Brick or Click
July 30, 2007
What does the growth of online shopping mean for traditional grocery stores? Drug Store News
Title: Breathe Better campaign garners attention for COPD
July 23, 2007
Despite being the fourth biggest killer in the U.S., not enough attention is paid to COPD. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: A Match Made...On Whidbey Island
July 01, 2007
The residents of Whidbey Island, Wash., and the residents on the Naval Base live in close proximity. How are the relations between the two? Brandweek
Title: More Get Wholesome Quick Schemes
June 18, 2007
Which were the big food brands making headlines in 2007? Supermarket News
Title: Haggen Partners with Terravida Coffee
June 04, 2007
Washington state retailers Haggen and Top Food & Drug launch Terravida, a local coffee concept. Northwest Business Monthly
Title: Chauffer to Skagit Valley's Elderly
June 01, 2007
Lyle Turner's job is driving the elderly of Skagit Valley, Wash., wherever they want to go. Here's why she enjoys her job so much. New Age Retailer
Title: The Key To The Next Millennium
June 01, 2007
Love for their business, people each other and the New Age world, means one couple's business is flourishing. Drug Store News
Title: Aurora builds healthy sales with education, screening fairs
April 23, 2007
Profile: Aurora Drug Store Drug Store News
Title: Leader's Initiatives Battle Declining Margins
April 23, 2007
Profile: Leader Pharmacies Drug Store News
Title: Lowering Royalties Jumpstarts Specialty Business
April 23, 2007
Profile: Medicine Shoppe Drug Store News
Title: Publix Focuses on Offering Convenience
April 23, 2007
Profile: Publix Drug Store News
Title: Online Tools Facilitate Pharmacist Education
April 23, 2007
Profile: Sav-Mor and Wegmans Drug Store News
Title: Technology expands behind pharmacy counter
April 23, 2007
Profile: Wegmans Drug Store News
Title: Florida-based chain making a comeback
April 23, 2007
Profile: Winn-Dixie Drug Store News
Title: Migraine Relief Builds on Acute, Preventative Drugs
April 09, 2007
New drugs offer hope for migraine sufferers PDNedu
Title: What Does it Cost...To Set Up a Digital Studio
April 01, 2007
Start small but not cheap. Advice on setting up a digital photography studio Everybody
Title: Afternoon Tea is Just One of the Attractions!
April 01, 2007
Canadian hotels offer top-notch afternoon tea, but that's not all they offer Wild Catch
Title: Smokin'
March 01, 2007
Acme, smoker of the country's fish since the 1930s Wild Catch
Title: Road Food
March 01, 2007
Chef Profile: Kelly McDonald fills plates on the Napa Valley Wild Catch
Title: Major Foodservice Switches to Sustainable Fish
January 01, 2007
Chef Chris Ivens-Brown leads the Compass Group into a switch to sustainable fish Wild Catch
Title: Fish Stix: Not Just For Kids Anymore
January 01, 2007
Once considered poor quality, breaded fish is now eaten everywhere. Pacific Fishing
Title: Which Tastes Better: Farmed or Wild?
January 01, 2007
Eight testers blind taste salmon to find out which is best: farmed or wild. Post Plus, The Sunday Post
Title: Canada's Railroad Hotels
October 02, 2006
Amanda's is the fourth story of four.
For those looking for luxury, there are few places that offer it as abundantly as Canada — with its railroad hotels. Wild Catch
Title: A Chef's Shopping List: Dory Ford, Monterey Bay Acquarium
October 01, 2006
Chef Dory Ford of the Monterey Bay Aquarium talks about the fish he serves. Wild Catch
Title: Winter—The Perfect Time to Sell Seafood
October 01, 2006
Cultural and religious reasons to buy wild seafood. Wild Catch
Title: Caviar
July 01, 2006
Americans bid a sad farewell to beluga caviar in 2005, but seem to be taking their grief pretty well. What are the alternatives? Everybody
Title: Underground Health
July 01, 2006
New Yorkers are renowned for being among the most stressed people in the world. But assistance is being offered almost everywhere they turn in the form of alternative health techniques. Wild Catch
Title: Fish and Flowers—A Flirtation
June 01, 2006
Chefs can make any fish dish look more attractive with flowers, especially if they're edible. The Courier-Mail
Title: French Pampering
April 01, 2006
Amanda Baltazar and her stomach enjoy one of the most expensive lunches in the U.S. Everybody
Title: Suite Dreams
January 09, 2006
Money may not buy you love, but it will buy you pretty much anything else. New Jersey Business Magazine
Title: Horse Riding Industry in Neck and Neck Struggle with Casino Gaming
August 17, 2005
New Jersey's horse racing industry has some strong competition from the state's casinos. New Jersey Business Magazine
Title: NJTC's Ballen Comments on State's High-Tech Future
May 17, 2005
New Jersey is one of the top states attracting technology companies, but its foothold is fragile. New York Press
Title: The Cost of Breaking Up
May 07, 2005
A breakup leads to a huge outlay of cash. The Daily Telegraph
Title: In Search of the Perfect Tree
December 13, 2004
Amanda Chater meets the man responsible for sourcing New York's biggest Christmas tree New Jersey Business Magazine
Title: Corporations Escape to Hotels for Training Needs
November 15, 2004
New Jersey businesses hold meetings off-site to improve productivity. The Scotsman Magazine
Title: Suite Dreams
November 06, 2004
Hotels are taking the concept of luxury to ridiculous levels. Nations Restaurant News
Title: Patti Dollarhide: Boosting Customer Satisfaction with 'Fresh and Lean' Approach
June 01, 2003
Patti Dollarhide is embedded in the foodservice industry, yet she's always looking outside for ways to improve it. Nations Restaurant News
Title: Micheline Pierkarski: School foodservice director aces test of running grade A cafeterias
June 01, 2003
Forty-three school districts have Micheline Pierkarski to thank for saving them money. Nations Restaurant News
Title: Leah Schmidt: Director moves to head of class, making fitness, nutrition a priority
June 01, 2003
Leah Schmidt runs her school district by seeing difficulties as challenges, not obstacles. Nations Restaurant News
Title: Kris Schroeder: Nutrition services director delivers revolutionary service to hopsital
June 01, 2003
Kris Schroeder has been responsible for the implementation of room service at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle. The Independent On Sunday
Title: High Heels for Big Boys
March 17, 2002
One thing you can learn at Miss Vera's Finishing School For Boys Who Want To Be Girls is how to walk in high heels, but that's just the beginning. The Independent On Sunday
Title: The School of Womanly Arts
November 11, 2001
Learn how to be a goddess at Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts. Melton Times
Title: Amanda's New York Diary
September 20, 2001
Amanda's diary for five days following the events of 9/11/2001 |
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