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Rich Honiball

Marketer Merchant Maker Dad

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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...

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

Aug 19
5 min

Today in Brand History: The Birth of the Indy 500

On August 19, 1909, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway opened its gates for the very first time, marking the beginning of a legendary racing...

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 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...

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