Rich Honiball
Today in Brand History: KFC
On September 24th, 1952, American fast food restaurant chain Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) opened its doors for the first time as a...
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A Sweet Blog...
From time to time, I write. Or I take pictures. I have started recording videos, more to push myself because I am uncomfortable in front of any camera. The views I express are random, subject to change, and though influenced by my experiences and environment, they are completely mine!
I hope you enjoy. Perhaps glean something useful. And as always, I do appreciate feedback. No, seriously, I really do! Most days...
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Rich Honiball
- Sep 19
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: Bissell
The Sweeping Success of Bissell: From Carpet Sweepers to Cleaning Empire In 1876, the first carpet sweeper was patented by Melville...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 16
- 7 min
Today in Brand History: General Motors
General Motors: A Legacy of Innovation and Transformation On September 16, 1908, a visionary carriage-maker by the name of William C....
Rich Honiball
- Sep 15
- 5 min
Today in Brand History: Google
Google: From Garage Startup to Global Tech Giant On September 15, 1997, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, two Ph.D. students at Stanford...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 8
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: 3M, Scotch Tape and Innovation
In 1930, 3M (Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing), began marketing its innovative Scotch Tape, the first waterproof, transparent,...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 6
- 4 min
Today in Brand History: The Piggly Wiggly
On September 6, 1916, a retail revolution was quietly beginning in Memphis, Tennessee. Clarence Saunders, an innovative entrepreneur,...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 4
- 5 min
Today in Brand History: George Eastman and the Birth of Kodak
On September 4, 1888, inventor George Eastman received a patent for the camera shutter and the trademark for the Kodak name, marking a...
Rich Honiball
- Sep 2
- 5 min
Today in Brand History: Unilever
On September 2nd, 1929, Unilever was formed through a merger of Margarine Union and Lever Brothers, marking the beginning of a global...
Rich Honiball
- Aug 29
- 5 min
Today in Brand History: Goodyear Tires
On August 29th, 1898, the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company was established by the visionary entrepreneur, Frank A. Seiberling. At the age...
Rich Honiball
- Aug 28
- 4 min
Today in Brand History: United Parcel Service (UPS)
On August 28th, 1907, the world of logistics and package delivery was forever transformed with the founding of United Parcel Service...
Rich Honiball
- Aug 27
- 5 min
Today in Brand History: The Green Bay Packers
On August 27th, 1921, the Green Bay Packers (then, the Acme Packers) were granted a franchise in the American Professional Football...
Rich Honiball
- Aug 22
- 4 min
Today in Brand History: The Gap
On August 22nd, 1969, a significant chapter in retail history began with the founding of The Gap by Donald and Doris Fisher. This iconic...
Rich Honiball
- Aug 21
- 4 min
Today in Brand History: The Founding of Oldsmobile
In 1897, Ransom Eli Olds of Lansing, Michigan, founded Olds Motor Works, marking the inception of a brand that would eventually become...
Rich Honiball
- Jul 16
- 6 min
Today in Brand History: Washington D.C.
On July 16th, 1790, Congress passed the Residence Act, authorizing the establishment of a federal district as the permanent seat of the...
Rich Honiball
- Jul 15
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: The Original Rosetta Stone
(photo credit: science.howstuffworks.com) Originally published in 2022, edited on July 15, 2023 The Rosetta Stone dates back to 196 B.C....
Rich Honiball
- Jul 8
- 4 min
Today In Brand History: Trademark Protection
(photo credit: original AI created image) On July 8, 1870, the US Congress passed the Act of July 8, 1870, marking a pivotal moment in...
Rich Honiball
- Jun 11
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Amstel Brewery
(photo credit: HeinekenCollection.com) On June 11, 1870, the foundation stone for the Amstel Brewery was laid in Amsterdam, marking the...
Rich Honiball
- Apr 23
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: The Conch Republic
(photo used with implied rights granted by the Conch Republic...and www.theconchrepublic.com) In 1982, the Florida Keys seceded from the...
Rich Honiball
- Mar 20
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: The Burlington Arcade & Shopping Centers
On March 20, 1819, the Burlington Arcade opened its doors to the public. It was one of the first covered shopping arcades in London, and...
Rich Honiball
- Mar 12
- 2 min
Today in Brand History: Hulu
On March 12, 2008, the streaming service Hulu launched for public access in the United States. While Hulu quickly gained popularity and...
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