SSUTA: Much ado about little?
The Streamlined Sales and Use Tax Agreement (SSUTA) goes into effect Oct 1. What does that mean to you? For now, probably not much. On July 1, tax officials,
J. Crew commits to wedding line
After falling 30% in 2003, to $173.5 million, J. Crew’s direct sales are back on the rise, hitting $193.5 million in 2004. Some of that growth is doubtless
Postal reform: still waiting
It seemed like good news when on July 26 the House of Representatives approved H.R. 22, the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act by a resounding
KooKoo Bear Bullish on Growth
KooKoo Bear Kids is hoping to parlay its catalog and online success into the retail world. The two-year-old business, which sells high-end bedding and decor for children, opened its first brick-and-mortar store
L.L. Bean Warms Up to the Weather Channel
Freeport, ME-based L.L. Bean struck up a partnership with the Weather Channel last week that has both organizations feeling toasty warm
Meads Out as CEO of Lands’ End
In February 2004, Mindy Meads was promoted to CEO of Dodgeville, WI-based Lands
BOG Chairman Curbs Enthusiasm on Postal Reform
Although the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act (bill H.R. 22) was passed in Congress last week, don
House Approves Postal Reform Bill
After only two hours of debate, the House on July 26 approved H.R. 22, the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act.
Sierra Trading Pleased with Most Recent Spin-off
Seven months after launching its seventh title, Cheyenne, WY-based Sierra Trading Post is pleased with the response to the book, Hot Deals.
NEW WEB CATALOGS
Catbird If you’re looking for stylish jewelry, apparel, and accessories, check out Catbird. Sprung from a store of the same name in the Williamsburg section