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Brand News: Gumuchian Helps Save The Honeybees; A. Link Taps Berger; Gordon Brothers Merger; More April 07, 2015 (0 comments)
Gumuchian "B" Collection Helps Fund Bee-Saving Symposium
Los Angeles, CA--Local nonprofit Honeylove.org, an organization dedicated to honeybee conservation hosted an urban beekeeper symposium and workshop, sponsored by Gumuchian on Sunday, March 29 at the Grow Native nursery in Los Angeles. The workshop taught attendees how to set up a "swarm box" on their property in order to help save the feral bee population. Says Chelsea McFarland, CEO of Honeylove, "We taught people step-by-step how to set up a treatment-free, foundationless langstroth hive from scratch, and how to make starter strips with beeswax. The workshop was open to the public (of all ages), had great attendance, and inspired a new group of beekeepers!"
Funding for the workshop was made possible through donations from the sale of Gumuchian's "B" collection (bracelet shown top left).
A. Link Names Lloyd Berger As Executive Director, Sales And Acquisitions
New York, NY—A. Link has appointed Lloyd Berger (left) as executive director of sales and acquisitions, focusing on managing existing territories as well as the acquisition of new accounts. Berger has an extensive 18-year background with Honora, where he served as senior national sales director.
Berger's responsibilities at Honora included managing the national sales team and overseeing brand growth and development for the independent retail jewelry market. His broad network of contacts within the industry and skills in sales and production make him a great addition to the A. Link team, says Doug Sills, vice president. “We are very excited to have Lloyd join the A. Link family, and bring a fresh perspective, as well as a wealth of knowledge, from his many successful years at Honora.”
Berger will be in Las Vegas with the A. Link team and can be reached at lloyd@alinkandco.com.
Lloyd Berger
Gordon Brothers Group and AccuVal-LiquiTec Merge To Form Largest Appraisal Practice
Boston, MA—The Valuation & Advisory Services Division of Gordon Brothers Group has entered into a merger with AccuVal-LiquiTec, to form Gordon Brothers-AccuVal. The newly formed group will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of Gordon Brothers Group, already one the world’s leading disposition and appraisal firms. The transaction unites two of the oldest valuation firms in the industry, with nearly 140 years’ combined heritage. The new company is the premier asset appraisal firm in the world, conducting over $60 billion in appraisals annually, serving 18 countries from 25 offices globally.
“We are thrilled to come together with Gordon Brothers,” said Rick Schmitt, co-founder of AccuVal-LiquiTec and now serving as president of Gordon Brothers-AccuVal. “Our combined capabilities are unmatched in terms of scale and expertise.”
“This merger unlocks the most in-depth industry knowledge available today. We now have more ASA-accredited appraisers than our competitors combined and access to the largest asset database in the world,” added Ann Merrill and Frank Grimaldi, formerly of Gordon Brothers Group’s Valuation & Advisory Services Division and now serving as chief operating officer and national sales manager of the new organization.
The merger will broaden the range of available services offered by the new firm, providing access to related disposition services through the broader Gordon Brothers Group organization, as well as debt financing through Gordon Brothers Finance Company, which offers second-secured financing to help senior lenders bridge financing gaps. For more information, visit www.smarter-appraisals.com.
Michael Aram Appoints Terri Eagle President And CEO
New York, NY—Terri Eagle, former top executive at David Yurman, John Hardy, and Montblanc, has been named president and CEO of Michael Aram, Inc. the luxury home goods brand.
“This is an exciting moment for the Michael Aram brand,” said Aram, founder and creative director. “Terri is a leader that truly understands retail and the power of brand. I have no doubt that she is the best person to execute strategies to secure the long-term growth of our business.”
Eagle will be responsible for brand strategy, business development, and all aspects of the retail and wholesale divisions. “I have tremendous confidence in the future of the Michael Aram brand and the expansion opportunities that lie ahead,” said Eagle. “I look forward to working closely with Michael, the talented team, and our retailers to grow the business.”
Victor Boccarossa, who has extensive traditional and digital marketing experience within the luxury category, will also join the Michael Aram executive team as the director of marketing and public relations.