PRWeb: Business Retail

E-tailer SkyBox-USA.com Bucks the Economic Trend by Raking in the Bucks from Customers with Online Revenues Growing 108% Third Quarter 2008

Today, SkyBox-USA, LLC, as one of the fastest growing online mass merchants, announced sales and earnings results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2008 were up over 108% over 2007, same quarter results. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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599fashion.Com is a Retailer of High Quality Fashion Apparel at Affordable Prices

For the past 15 years these savings have been passed on only to the wholesale buyer. Things have changed, the general public can now enjoy these same saving directly without the middleman markups at www.599fashion.com. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Marvels of Technology Thrust Unique Newborn Product into Spotlight

Social media builds invaluable brand endorsement and sales for Miracle Blanket® by helping the infant swaddler eclipse all others in its product category. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Conney Safety Products, Leader in Safety Equipment and Supplies, Launches New Website

Conney Safety's New Website is Simple, Powerful and Extremely Intuitive to Navigate, Making Shopping for Safety Products Easier than Ever (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Toyota Motor Europe And Certpoint Systems Win Coveted Silver Award For The 'Best E-Learning Project In Securing Widespread Adoption' By E-Learning Age Awards 2008

Toyota Motor Europe (TME) and CERTPOINT Systems™, a leading global provider of corporate training software and solutions have been awarded the prestigious Silver Award in the “Best e-Learning project in securing widespread adoption” category by e-Learning Age. The ceremony took place at the Park Lane Hotel in London on 6th November 2008. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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New Shoe Store Giving Away $20,000 and Free Shoes to Celebrate Grand Opening in San Diego

Footwear etc. is celebrating the Grand Opening of its newest store in the Little Italy area of San Diego. Over $20,000 in Gift Cards and free pairs of shoes will be given away. The celebration will take place Saturday November 22, 2008 at the Little Italy Location and continue Sunday, November 23, 2008 at the Rancho Bernardo Location. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Payroll Provider Creates Industry First With Bilingual Tool for Spanis Speaking Workforce

Perquest, a national payroll company, develops a new bilingual tool for United States Spanish speaking workforce. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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New Report by Xmo Strata Says UK Retail Marketing Teams Poised for Sign Budget Cuts...but Finance Departments Seem More Bullish!

Sign installation and maintenance company Xmo Strata has commissioned research to test the UK market on the eve of recession – and the results make for surprising reading. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Gallery Byzantium Celebrates 17 Years of Designing Historical Christian Jewelry

Gallery Byzantium is the place for exquisitely handcrafted heirloom quality jewelry designed in the Early Christian, Byzantine, Celtic, and Slavic aesthetic tradition. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Patr�n Transaction Reaches Completion : John Paul DeJoria Becomes Principal Owner; Bacardi Buys Minority Interest

John Paul DeJoria, co-founder of Patrón tequila—the world’s top-selling ultra-premium tequila—today announced the completion of a transaction that makes him principal owner of Patrón Spirits International AG (formerly Caribbean Distillers Corporation, Limited), the parent company of The Patrón Spirits Company. A subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world, now holds a significant minority stake in the company. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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HealthStyles Exercise Equipment Adds SuperFit to their State-of-the-art Commercial Fitness Portfolio in Casper, Wyoming

HealthStyles Exercise Equipment's Commercial Product Division provides state-of-the-art Nautilus, FreeMotion, Octane, and Expresso commercial exercise equipment for the new SuperFit fitness facility in Casper, Wyoming. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Jake's Loft Fundraiser Serves Reminder that Life is good in Hard Times Too

Southlake Store Welcomes Life is good® co-founder Bert Jacobs on December 7 (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Action Storage Helps Westfield Retailers Open on Time

A spokesman for Westfield has confirmed that many retailers failed to open due to their intricate shopfitting arrangements. However, this wasn't a problem for those assisted by storage specialists Action Storage. They were able to be ready for the opening day, and greet the 10,000 shoppers who flocked to Europe's largest in-town retail complex. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Winter Forecast for Niche Stores Focuses on Tools, Pets & More

Fast-Growing Online Retail Publisher To Drive Even More Momentum Heading into Q1 (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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pogapparel.com Launches Irish Fashion into the 21st Century

New online retailer features the latest in Irish Fashion. Along with the venerable hand-knit wool Aran sweaters, herringbone overcoats and hand-loomed alpaca scarves are startlingly fresh and on-trend collections by some of Ireland's top designers. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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New Work by Trish Grantham at Rare Device December 11, 2008 through January 27, 2009

San Francisco design store and gallery, Rare Device, is proud to present Small Details: New Work by Trish Grantham (www.trishgrantham.com). Her work will occupy the Rare Device gallery December 11, 2008 - January 27, 2009. A reception for the artist will be held Thursday, December 11 from 7 - 9 pm. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Premium Pearl Thrives Despite Economic Crisis

Despite Economic Crisis, online luxury retailer Premium Pearl anticipates that Christmas sales this year will match that of last year. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Spend Wisely: 7 Important Considerations When Buying an Artificial Christmas Tree Online

With the popularity of artificial Christmas trees on the rise, budget-conscious consumers are going to the internet to save money and gain access to greater product catalogs. But how can any consumer be certain that they're buying a quality tree from a dependable company? Christmas Lights Etc. provides 7 important factors for customers to consider before purchasing an artificial Christmas tree online this holiday season. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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'Tis the Season to Let Entertainment & Shopping 'Click' with WatchNBuy.com

From fashion to food, health & beauty to travel, to home & garden, WatchNBuy.com is making the season bright with some of the coolest gifts around this holiday season. The innovative technology at WatchNBuy.com makes it fun and easy to find the perfect gift for someone special. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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CommerceHub Supports Supplier-Direct Fulfillment to Manage the High Cost of Carrying Inventory

With the economy slowing and the cost of capital to hold inventory rising, multi-channel retailers are looking to Supplier-Direct Fulfillment to reduce inventory carrying costs and operational expenses (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Struggling Retailers Paralyzed in Loss Prevention Efforts, New Study Finds

Retailers' perception of opportunities afforded by Loss Prevention initiatives based on sales performance, leads one to wonder: Is this a story of how Winners continue to win, or how laggards continue to miss the mark? While there is universal agreement that Shrink control is an ever-increasing retailer priority, Winners (those whose sales outperform their peers and inflation) rank nearly every opportunity for improvement higher than their underperforming peers. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Black Friday Myths Exposed

Techbargains.com provides some Black Friday guidance to cost conscious shoppers looking for deals in these tough economic times. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Benson Group Wins Cartonboard Packaging Award

Packaging manufacturer, Benson Group, recently won the "Cartonboard Packaging Award" at the 2008 UK Packaging awards for the Sainsbury's "Taste the Difference" Fudge Range. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Souvia� Tea and Massages De-Stress Holiday Shopping

Souvia Tea is offering massages and tea for shoppers to de-stress after Thanksgiving (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Pamper Yourself with Handmade Soaps, Lotions Luxurious Hawaiian Gift Baskets On Sale at RememberMaui.com

Kukui nut oil has long been recognized by Hawaiians for its moisturizing properties. Now the soothing oil has made its way into a new line of handmade lotions from Sun Flare Maui. The company's new shea body butter is among a number of rich, luxurious Hawaiian products going on sale, just in time for the holidays. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Wear This/Not That: New Online Men's Polo Shirt Retailer Eliminates Sizing Guesswork

FreshPolos.com has launched a new Internet men's polo shirt store featuring the revolutionary TRUfit Guide that lets men see how each name-brand polo shirt will fit their individual body type. The TRUfit Guide takes the guesswork out of choosing the right size by visually demonstrating how each brand of polo shirt will look using photos of "real guys" -- from 5'2", 135-pound Isaiah to 6'4", 220-pound Zack. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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10 Best Practices for Internet Brand Building

New FuelNet special report reveals how to boost a brand's online credibility (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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JobApp Network Announces Successful Results at New TPI Iowa Facility

JobApp Network (“JobApp”), a leading hiring solution for high-volume and hourly employers, has announced unprecedented hiring results for TPI’s Newton, Iowa facility. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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The Help Group & Right Start Launch National In-Store Holiday Toy Drive For Children With Autism And Other Special Needs

Hundreds of toys will be distributed to underserved families throughout the United States. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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N3L Introduces Interactive Retail Technology in New Bay Area Sport Performance Eyewear Store

State-of-the-Art Store Simulates Outdoor Environments, Includes RFID "Smart Mirror" and Touch Screen Displays to Deliver an Innovative Shopping Experience (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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New Online Market Website - eLuxeSwap.com - Promotes Swapping as the New Shopping : "Recessionistas" Discover Innovative Way to Obtain High-End Bargains

With the amount of stuff we all have, many people are left wondering what to do with items they no longer need, desire or have room for. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Unique Holiday Gifts for Wine Enthusiasts: Garagiste by WinePod� and WinePod Crush Club -- WinePod� Releases Its Affordable, Entry?level Personal Winemaking System as well as Custom Vintages From Crush Club Just in Time for the Holidays

Provina, makers of the award–winning WinePod® personal winemaking system, announced today the release of Garagiste by WinePod®, an affordable, entry–level personal winemaking system that makes the perfect holiday gift for wine enthusiasts. The Garagiste by WinePod® presses and ferments wine in a sleek, self–contained unit and comes with WineCoachTM instructional software. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Zoos & Aquariums -- One Stop Shopping for the Holidays

Avoid the mall, support wildlife conservation, and find unique gifts. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Spruce Up Your Home for the Holidays for Pennies : New Rejuvenate Home Renewer System Protects Your Home and Your Wallet

Wish you could spruce up your home for the holidays, but strapped for time and cash in today’s tough economy? Here are tidings of comfort and joy: Joseph McDonnell, founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of For Life Products (FLP), today announced a special holiday promotion for the Rejuvenate Home Renewer System, a complete line of floor and cabinetry care products that easily and efficiently restores cabinets and floors in kitchens and all rooms as well as other household surfaces to a like-new, professional-quality finish, with a simple push of a mop or a swipe of a mitt – and without the hassle and cost of making actual renovations. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Melanie Matero Named Jaymark Jewelers' Director of Community Responsibility

Jaymark Jewelers' board of directors has named Ms. Melanie Matero its new Director of Community Responsibility. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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SarvaSecure Launches Affordable Website Trust Mark Solutions for Small Online Merchants

SarvaSecure offers website certification and trust marks for small to mid size online merchants. The company provides testing and scanning of websites and issues trust marks for certified merchants. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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How To Protect Your Small Business From Bad Real Estate Decisions In Good Times Or Bad

Industry Veterans Launch One of a Kind Tool for Small Business and Franchise owners.Self-help manual "How To Find and Secure a Location for your Business" now available online (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Sun & Ski Sports Increases Average Order Value by 59 Percent with Baynote Recommendations

Dynamic landing pages increase effectiveness and lower cost of search marketing, heading into holiday shopping season (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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One Step Ahead Unveils Exclusive Holiday Toys

One Step Ahead, the award-winning baby catalog known for its hard-to-find products, has launched an exclusive collection of high-quality, developmental toys. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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IntoTheBlue Lines up Quarter Million Pound Gift Giveaway

Experience day provider IntoTheBlue is launching a 2-for-1 offer, giving away a quarter million pounds in gifts for Christmas. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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