 THE BUSINESS ISSUE
September/October 2006
Volume 31, Number 4
THE COVER
READY TO WORK
Business Cases: From boardroom chic to casual savvy
Coakley™ Business Class’ #CBC-250-004 Everyday Portfolio features a
patent-pending pocket organization system and dual access zippered pocket that allows secure storage of a wallet, $325.
Photographer: Kerry Pittenger
Model: Angela Izzo, Reinhard Agency, Philadelphia, PA
Special thanks to Sylvana Hoyos and James Whitaker, SEPTA Media Relations; Paul Mancini and Chris Guinan, SEPTA
All Business
Do Your Customers Know YOU?
The emotional connections between you and your customers can help them feel more comfortable while shopping — not only securing their
loyalty but adding to your bottom line.
by scott ginsberg, front porch productions
Business Cases: Right Brain Thinking
We carry more business items than ever. Whether it’s the everyday commute, or an extended trip, these business cases really deliver. product photographs by kerry pittenger
Business Cases: The New Essentials for Travel and Everyday
The modern laptop case is an everyday accessory that’s become just
as important as a wallet or handbag — and the essential tool for holding your computer, PDA and cell phone. by john misiano
The State of Retail and the Travel Goods Industry Today: A Shifting Landscape of Consolidation and Growth
A steady rise in retail sales, a big jump in air travel, and a stronger
economy all point to a healthy year for the travel goods industry and retail in general. It’s news so good even record fuel prices and the
home sales slowdown can’t put a damper on business. by garrett lai and john misiano
Make Dollars from Downtime
Bartering is not only a convenient way of exposing yourself to new markets, it’s also a great way of using discontinued or excess inventory and turning it into quick cash.
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