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Interview: Amy Olson, Kuhfs fashion accessory line

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  When Amy Olson, the Founder of Kuhfs fashion accessory line became tired of wearing the same old black and brown boots all season, she took one of her scarfs and wrapped it around the top of her boot.  She borrowed her mom's sewing machine, learned to sew and made some prototypes. After 8 months of trial and error, she finally had a product that she was proud of. To test … [Read more...] about Interview: Amy Olson, Kuhfs fashion accessory line

Expert Interview: Ricki Rubin, Retail Buyer (Gump’s, Wendy Foster, Restoration Hardware, Macy’s)

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What do retail buyer's look for?  How do they evaluate products and new brands? How do they like to be approached by  vendors? What information should you as a seller be prepared with prior to contacting a buyer?  If you've ever wanted the answer to these questions,  then watch this interview with Ricki Rubin, an expert retail buyer with over 15 years of … [Read more...] about Expert Interview: Ricki Rubin, Retail Buyer (Gump’s, Wendy Foster, Restoration Hardware, Macy’s)

Expert Sales Interview: Angela Engel, Sales Manager, Dwell Studio

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  Back by popular demand -- Our first in a series of "expert" interviews, Angela explains the role of a sales manager in the children's market and what entrepreneurs need to be prepared with in order to approach retailers with their product.  She works with 100’s of retailers from small boutiques to major mass market outlets.  With over 10 years of experience … [Read more...] about Expert Sales Interview: Angela Engel, Sales Manager, Dwell Studio

Interview: Rebecca Rabson, Founder, PBJ Discoveries

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How did Rebecca Rabson, a former criminal defense attorney successfully create two product lines and become profitable early on? SmartSeat Chair Protectors, a waterproof, stain resistant, and machine washable cover made from soft-to-the-touch, toxin-free fabric AND  Kippa Kids,  kippot (also known as yarmulkes and skull caps) in kid-friendly fabrics designed to appeal to … [Read more...] about Interview: Rebecca Rabson, Founder, PBJ Discoveries