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K i t c h e n w a r e N e w s & H o u s e w a r e s R e v i e w S h o w D a i l y 1 9 S u n d a y, M a r c h 0 3 , 2 0 1 3 ARG MANUFACTURING AND BRAVO TELEVISION EXTEND LICENSING AGREEMENT INTO 2014 "Your challenge starts now!" These were the words Joseph Van Houten, President and CEO of ARG Manufacturing, had for his product development team as Bravo Television, a division of NBC Universal, and his com- pany signed an agreement extending their license to the Emmy® Award-win- ning series Top Chef. The existing license for Top Chef-branded kitchen tools and gadgets, food preparation, bar- beque tools and accessories and other kitchen products has been extended into 2014. Bravo and ARG designed and cre- ated a collection of tools and gadgets that will, like the Top Chefs themselves, inspire viewers to cook and expand their understanding of food and how it can be prepared to be flavorful and healthy. "We are excited to continue as a licensing partner and retail distributor for the 'Top Chef' line of kitchen prod- ucts," said Van Houten. "We believe the Top Chef brand is an excellent fit with our innovative products that make life easier in the kitchen, especially consid- ering ARG's extensive experience in the production of kitchen products for the U.S. consumer." Top Chef products from ARG have been used during the taping of Top Chef since season nine and will appear on the next season of Top Chef Masters. Consumers can find Top Chef products in department stores such as Boscov's, gro- cery chains from Big Y to Shop Rite and online at Bed Bath & Beyond.com in addition to ShopbyBravo.com. See the full line of Top Chef products at Booth S4043 during the 2013 International Home + Housewares Show. About ARG Manufacturing ARG Manufacturing is an international "factory direct" solution for Housewares. ARG's manu- facturing network includes more than 15 factories located throughout Asia, includ- ing proven expertise in manufacturing private label and licensed kitchen prod- ucts for the North American market. In- house design and engineering teams allow ARG to streamline product devel- opment and provide a supply chain model with improved efficiencies in Asia and North America. ARG's mission is to be the creative, manufacturing and supply chain resource for all channels of retail distribution through private label manu- facturing and utilizing ARG and licensed brands under its management. Innovative products can be found among hundreds of quality prod- ucts under the brands Chef Select®, Chef Select Ergo and Bella®. For more information on ARG Manufacturing and the Top Chef kitchen tool line, call 215- 345-6295, ext. 101. About Bravo's Top Chef Bravo's Emmy and James Beard Award-winning "Top Chef" is the No. 1 food show on cable and offers a fascinat- ing window into the competitive, pres- sure-filled environment of world-class cookery and the restaurant business at the highest level. The series features aspiring chefs who compete for their shot at culi- nary stardom and the chance to earn the prestigious title of "Top Chef." For more information, please visit booth S4043 at the International Home +Housewares Show. CISCO HELPS YOU ENVISION YOUR CREATIVE PROJECTS Cisco has been in business for more than 36 years, has a great team and track record, and is very good at what it does. Cisco has a Chinese-speaking staff at its international headquarters located in Torrance, Calif. Cisco separate itself from other sourcing companies within the product development and or procure- ment industry by not only having decades of experience, but also offering designat- ed departments that go hand in hand with its sourcing and manufacturing services. Having creative input, and sound engi- neering allows Cisco to produce/create a multitude and variety of different cate- gories and product. Present to the Cisco Team your project ideas, themes, specifi- cations, budget and they'll be able to source, quote, develop, manufacture, and deliver to your desired location. Cisco will be able to fabricate/create the speci- fied products in which your clientele desires. If you can envision it, Cisco can develop, manufacture, and deliver your creative requests. Cisco works as your company's import division to find and deliver the products you want and in the specifica- tions you need. Cisco's three departments (Creative, Engineering and Sourcing) exist to make its services more effi- cient/worthwhile, and allows for the com- pany to expand its horizons and bring more to the table when taking on your projects and programs. It's Cisco's job to mold to the culture of your company and make sure you are presented with what is needed to simplify your procurement process. Cisco also has two other offices: one located in Shanghai, China to cover the Northern Provinces, and another in Foshan/Guangdong to cover the Southern Provinces. Cisco's well-staffed sourcing team and excellent factory relationships allows it to develop various items, which are categorized in an unlimited array of product and merchandise. Cisco is a direct source for cus- tomized promotional products, inven- tions, branding, manufacturing, and sourcing. With more than three decades of experience, Cisco is a full-serviced, U.S.-based trading company which spe- cializes in product development, and works hand in hand with licensee holders and companies import and export divi- sions. Cisco Sales Corp. works confiden- tially with its clients and develops their ideas, themes, and proposals, to fulfill and fabricate their specific products. Cisco delivers and service its clients on time while maintaining competitive pricing. Cisco contracts with license holders, distrib- utors, and suppliers around the world. Cisco has a full- service, in-house cre- ative team to help your ideas and innova- tions come to life. The company works directly with patent lawyers and has the services you need so that your intellectu- al property is protected and not a con- cern. When you are ready to take your idea or product to the next level, Cisco can schedule a conference call and make sure you have all the documents needed in order to be fully protected. If you are interested in Cisco's services, please stop by booth S4413 or contact the offices at 310-326-9300. Make sure you visit www.ciscousa.com. SHARKSKINZZ BRAND FOLDING DRINKWARE INKS LICENSING DEAL WITH NICKELODEON BZB Products LLC, the leader in licensed Reusable Folding DrinkWare under the Sharkskinzz brand, is pleased to announce its licensing deal with Nickelodeon, featuring Spongebob, Dora, Diego and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. These characters have established themselves as best- selling properties and are among the most recognized characters world- wide. BZB already offers some of the hottest selling iconic brand superhero licenses, including Batman, Superman, Supergirl and Justice League; the Nick deal further establishes BZB as the go- to company for reusable folding drinkware. In addition, a major motion picture release of the next Superman movie is scheduled for the second half of 2013! BZB Products is a pioneer in the folding drinkware category, first mar- keting its products in 2008. Five years later, the line has grown to more than 60 great-selling designs, including some of the hottest, best known chil- dren's and adult licenses. offering mul- tiple bottle sizes and a great selection of POS options. At the 2013 International Home + Housewares Show, the company will be launching 21 new SKUs featuring new Sharkskinzz brand designs as well as licensed designs in different size fold- ing bottles. Finally, a healthful drink alter- native to one-time use throw-away juice packs. Also being featured are BZB's new fashion forward designs and colors in larger size fold- ing bottles. Sharkskinzz Reusable Folding Bottles are unique in the industry. The company's folding soft bottles are BPA-free, have zero taste transfer and boast a patent pending blend of food grade safe materials that includes a UV light blocking film to help keep many beverages fresher longer. In addition, all Sharkskinzz Soft Bottles go through an anti-microbial wash during the manufacturing process. Stop by the South Hall booth 1975 and see for yourself all of BZB's regis- ter ringing, eye-catching product. All great point of sale prod- uct packaging and mer- chandising options will be on display. For more information about BZB Products LLC, email s a l e s @ s h a r k - skinzzbrand.com, call 215-240-1825, fax 815-301-9233 and visit www.sharskinzz.com.* *Superman, Batman and Justice League are registered trademarks of Warner Bros. Spongebob, Dora and The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are registered trademarks of Nickelodeon/Viacom. The Three Stooges is a registered trademark of C3 Entertainment.