General Merchandise

PITTSBURGH and CHICAGO — The latest addition to The Kraft Heinz Co., has arrived in the form of Nancy’s Petite Stuffed Bagels. Quality ingredients such as butter, flour, milk and Philadelphia Cream Cheese are used to create these freshly baked consumables that are ready to eat in minutes. 

NEW YORK — A new collection from leader in luxury nail polish company, essie has been unveiled. The go-to nail brand for beauty professionals, celebrities, and fashion icons has introduced six new shades that were inspired by the glitz and glamour of the upcoming holiday season. 

Colors ranging from ruby red to magenta purple, with a little sparkle and shine will be available along with the brand’s speed.setter and gel.setter top coats – to complete the consumer’s manicure. The new shades being introduced are:

This week I was reminded by my two great nieces that we need to be setting goals and looking into the future. Living in the present or only perpetuating the status quo will not fuel growth and reinvention.

When you look in the near and not-so-near future, do you think your company will be in the same industry? In this rapidly shifting business environment, that’s a question that must be asked. Companies and industries are in constant change. To remain competitive and relevant you must imagine a new future.

COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. — Drake’s classic Devil Dogs, which are devil’s food cakes sandwiched around vanilla-flavored crème just got a slight makeover for the first time since 1926. The company which is now part of the McKee Foods family bakery, has announced new Fudge Dipped Devil Dogs.

The brand decided improved upon its classic by deciding to do just one simple thing. “Dip it in fudge, of course," Chip Stenberg, Drake's associate brand manager, said.  "We've got the research to back it up, but, hey, it's just a fact."

MONTCLAIR, N.J. — The latest addition to hello products' toothpaste line uses black paste to whiten teeth. The company has introduced its hello activated charcoal whitening toothpaste. 

The black paste is formulated with charcoal and bamboo to remove surface stains naturally, polish and remove plaque, the company said, noting that the toothpaste also contains coconut oil to soothe teeth and mint leaves for fresh breath.  

AMITYVILLE, N.Y. — Shea Moisture has unveiled the latest addition to its collection. The new Jojoba Oil and Ucuuba Butter collection for Protective Styling is aimed at preserving the health, texture and length of natural hair while containing no mineral oils, parabens, phthalates, propylene glycol or sulfates, the company said.  

Online sales are expected to go through the roof on Cyber Monday, growing 16.5% over last year.

That’s according to a report from Adobe, which predicts that Cyber Monday will generate $6.6 billion in sales, making it the largest online shopping day in history. Online sales on Thanksgiving Day are expected to increase 15% to $2.8 billion.

Adobe expects that total online sales for the holiday season will be $107.4 billion, an increase of 13.8%. In-store retail is expected to grow 10%.

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. — Sabra Dipping Company is expanding its line of Guacamole products. The joint venture between PepsiCo and Strauss Group has introduced new Classic Guacamole with Lime. The recipe for this dip starts with a chunky, flavorful fresh Haas avocado for a homemade taste, the company said, noting that a strong burst of lime is then added as a final touch.