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 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 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
- Apr 1
- 4 min
Today in Brand History: Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM)
On April 1st, 1946, the Navy Ship’s Store Office was established, marking the birth of what is now known as the Navy Exchange Service...
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...
Rich Honiball
- Mar 1
- 3 min
Today in Brand History: Sherlock Holmes
(photo credit: www.historyhit.com) On March 1, 1890, the first US edition of "A Study in Scarlet," the debut story of the legendary...
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