By Ashley Buckowing, Graphic Designer As a designer, having stunning photography of jewelry always enables me to create the best designs possible. However, it’s also important that the pieces being featured are on-trend and eye-catching so that consumers naturally stop in their tracks (or scroll, rather…) The days of minimalist rings and dainty necklaces are over. This year,...
1 pound ground lamb or beef (or a combination)1/4 cup dried apricots, finely chopped1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1 small red onion, one half finely chopped and half thinly sliced1 cup couscous3 tablespoons olive oil3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice2 plum tomatoes, sliced1/2 English cucumber, halved and thinly sliced4 ounces Feta cheese, crumbledsalt and pepper to taste Heat broiler. In...
By Erin Cole, Social Media Marketing Manager Marketing is ever-evolving. There is always a new component to consider when looking at your social media strategy and how best to reach your customers. In the past year, video-style content has been a leading trend that enhances the value of products and increases conversions. However, many brands, while successfully...
Watch Shane O’Neill’s interview with Hill & Co., discussing the importance of developing a plan, understanding the path ahead and standing out from the crowd.
by Abbey Ellis, Account Coordinator Everyone knows sales play a crucial role in the success of a business. These days, pushing products and services in your store isn’t enough to meet your sales goals. Your competition is growing every day via social media and e-commerce, so you need to play on the one advantage that can give...
By Angie Ash, EVP 2 sticks butter, unsalted1 cup granulated sugar (or 2/3 cup honey) (Using sugar will result in a flatter cookie. If you bake with honey, expect a thicker texture!)1 egg2 tsp vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)1/4 cups cocoa powder1/4 tsp kosher salt1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 tsp baking powder1 tbsp hot brewed...
by Ryan Leisure, Senior Web Manager Let’s face it. When developing a new website, it’s often easy to forget about the mobile experience, since your development is done on a desktop computer or laptop. This is a big mistake when most of your users are going to be viewing the website on a mobile device. As your...
By Ellen Fruchtman, President Acquisition is the lifeblood of any retail business. To be honest, it’s probably the lifeblood of most businesses. The way we do this is through advertising, word-of-mouth, and the most important of all, referral. Today, acquisition through advertising may be the most difficult of all. Why? The proliferation of messaging is staggering. Just how...
by Kelsey Hertz, Account Coordinator Small acts of kindness in the workplace lead to a workplace culture of support and increased productivity. With these “good vibes” comes appreciation from current employees, a spike in interest/job applications in future employees and a higher job satisfaction, which turns into lower turnover rates. Creating a workplace culture of kindness is...
By Michael Fruchtman, CFO 2/3 cup almonds1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup packed light brown sugar1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature2 1/2 cups all purpose flour, spooned and leveled1 large egg1/2 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1 tablespoon powdered sugar, for dusting1 12 ounce jar seedless raspberry preserves Preheat the oven to 350. Spread...