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🤎 My Favorite Black Friday, Thoughtful Friday, Shop Small Friday, List... What are your favorite Black Friday finds this year? Here are some of my favorites that bring joy and make an impact: 1️⃣ Rancho Gordo Heirloom beans + family traditions = magic (I hear you laughing already)! One of our Christmas Eve traditions is a classic cassoulet, paired with a day in the snow—skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and Candlelight service. Rancho Gordo's beans bring this dish (and our table) to life. Steve Sando, the founder, is a former jazz DJ and web designer who turned a passion for food into a movement to revive heirloom beans. Passionate people inspire me. Supporting small businesses like this is such a win! 🫘 📖 Recipe Inspiration Here: https://lnkd.in/gfhDbEED 2️⃣ Bombas Socks When I say these socks will change your life, I mean it. Whether you’re hiking, golfing, running, or fully embracing your inner couch potato Bombas has you covered. Plus, for every pair purchased, one is donated to someone in need. Who knew socks could be so impactful? 🛍 Shop Bombas.com 3️⃣ Quince Affordable luxury that doesn’t come at the expense of workers or the planet? Yes, please! Quince partners only with factories that prioritize safety and equitable wages. From cashmere to cookware, they have something for everyone—and it’s all beautifully made. 🛒 Explore Quince Black Friday Deals https://lnkd.in/gr8aU93g 4️⃣ For the Thinkers For the critical thinker in your life, IRA Chaleff’s new book To Stop a Tyrant is a must-read. It explores the power of political followers to challenge toxic leaders—no matter where you fall on the political spectrum. Thought-provoking and timely. 📘 Check It Out on Amazon 💡 Or my #1 favorite - skip the shopping altogether—donate the money and plan an experience gift with the people you cherish. Memories last longer than things anyway! What are your favorite Black Friday finds this year? I’d love to hear! 🛍✨ hashtag #ShopSmall hashtag #ThoughtfulFriday hashtag #EcoFriendlyLiving hashtag #BlackFriday PS: This post was formatted by AI. The original version had about 10 more emojis. 🤣

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Want to know how 133 Million US adults who are fans of, regular drinkers, and occasional drinkers of NA beverages spent their Super Bowl and Valentine's Day? The Zero ABV Project surveyed 685 consumers in February to find out. We are working on crunching the numbers, studying the results, and pulling together insights revealing what's in their cup or glass or goblet or mug or bottle or can... well you get the point. The results will be available in mid-March, so follow us and you'll be one of the first to know when our February insights are available. If you haven't already, download our 2023 NA Beverage Occasion Insights report at https://lnkd.in/eWDYi4Uv.

🦃 Thanksgiving is almost here! 87% of consumers plan to celebrate Thanksgiving this year, with most planning their celebrations 1-2 weeks in advance (49%). The most popular celebration plans are: 🏡 Gathering with family and friends (70%) 🦃 Cooking or baking at home (55%) 🍂 Decorating the house (27%) 🍽️ Hosting others at home (26%) ✈️ Traveling (14%) 🧑 Gen Z celebrators are more likely to travel for the holiday (17% vs. 14% of all consumers), go out to eat (9% vs 7%), go out for drinks (7% vs. 3%), and attend a public celebration (6% vs. 3%). They are also over twice as likely to say they will order food for takeout or delivery (13% vs. 6%). Read the press release: https://bit.ly/492WPQf #Numerator #consumersurvey #consumerinsights #CPG #Thanksgiving #Thanksgiving2024 #turkeytime

Kansas City’s first Black Feast Week kicked off this week. In the coming days, I’m going to have some tough decisions to make about lunch or dinner plans. Through Oct. 14, more than a dozen Black-owned restaurants will band together to help support Willa’s Books and Vinyl, the city’s longest standing Black-owned bookstore. Not only is it vital to support locally-owned small businesses — we must ensure this venerable store remains a part of our community. Independent bookstores, especially Black-owned ones, are extremely important to the culture here. Sixteen restaurants will take part. The fare ranges from delicious vegan options to some of the tastiest fried foods in the city. Also on tap: Ethiopian and soul food dishes, as well as several unique loaded baked potato options from TC’s Fully Loaded food truck. Kansas City’s first Black-owned brewery, Vine Street Brewing Co., is offering deals on beer flights. Hungry or thirsty yet? To read my latest column on this wondeful event spearheaded by The Kansas City Defender, click on the link below or visit www.kansascity.com to #subscribe. For a list of participating restaurants, be sure to follow the Defender's page on #IG. LINK: ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gi5W4KXy #black #feast #week #kcmo #kansascity #blackfeast #blackfeastweek

Let’s celebrate the season! 🎁 What’s your favorite holiday tradition that brings you joy this time of year? Whether it’s decorating, baking cookies, or family game nights, we’d love to hear about it. Share your holiday spirit below! #commercialinsurance #premiumfinance #insuranceagents #networking #insurancesolutions #paymentsolutions #fullservicefinancing #LossRunPros #LRP #LossRuns #InsurTech #SmartestWaytoGetLossRuns #insurancebrokers

Favorite Holiday Tradition Whether it is decorating the tree, baking cookies, or watching holiday movies with family, we all have those special traditions that make the season memorable. I would love to hear what makes the holidays extra special for you! Share your favorite tradition in the comments below! 🎅🎁 #HolidayTraditions #SeasonOfGiving #RealEstateWithHeart

🍂 Thanksgiving is just around the corner! 🍂 As convenience stores, we know how important it is to be fully stocked and ready for the holiday rush. 🍷🦃 With grocery stores expanding their offerings, it’s more critical than ever to secure your wine orders now to ensure timely delivery and availability for your customers. 👉 Why order early? With increased competition from grocery stores, shipments are in high demand. By placing your order now, you’ll have a wider selection of the best wines to offer—just in time for Thanksgiving celebrations! 💼 Next Steps Reach out to your supplier, review your inventory needs, and place your orders without delay. This will keep your store a step ahead and help ensure your customers have everything they need to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. Cheers to a successful Thanksgiving season.

Is Christmas coming? Received this email this morning from Cook! Only 101 More Sleeps! They’re already promoting their Christmas menu 😮. What’s your thoughts? Too early? I personally think so…. Mind you, I’ve already seen mince pies in our local Sainsbury’s 🤔. #Christmas #EmailMarleting #DigitalMarketing #DigitalMarketingBytes

🦃 Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! How Trademarks Shape Our Holiday Feasts 🍽️ Thanksgiving is more than a holiday—it’s a tradition filled with iconic foods that have been gracing our tables for over a century. From family favorites to famous brands, trademarks have a long-standing presence in shaping the tastes and memories we associate with the season. Did you know that some of the brands you’ll see on your table this year have been around for more than 100 years? 🕰️ It’s incredible to think how these trademarks have become part of our holiday traditions, delivering both quality and nostalgia year after year. Whether it's that familiar cranberry sauce, stuffing mix, or the pies we love, trademarks not only represent the trust we place in these products but also tell the story of American innovation and heritage. Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with joy, great food, and a dash of trademark history! 🥧🍁 Read more: https://hubs.la/Q02Qsj8c0 #Thanksgiving #Trademarks #BrandHeritage #HolidayTraditions #Marketing #Branding