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Strategy 2 Market

Specializing in new product development strategy, process, portfolio management, organization and market understanding

Chicago Booth School of Business

Learn best practices from leading experts in product innovation, development and implementation strategies. Develop a New Products System, Marketing Launch Plan, Sales Forecasting and more. 5-day program. Download brochure.

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Sustainable Material: Recycling From Inside Out Mining The Repreve Story

Tuesday, January 28, 11:00 am EST

Looking for greener products or just looking for innovative ideas? You'll find both during this webinar. Unifi is blazing new trails in the textile world with Repreve ® and  you can learn about this amazing multi-filament PET yarn first-hand.  

Attend this webinar to learn about:

  • Conception and commercialization of a sustainable innovation brand like Repreve ®.
  • How such a brand can evolve into a consumer-facing brand. A unique journey for a yarn supplier.
  • How Unifi became a key partner in the development of a recycled source standard to support the transparent marketing of the Repreve ® brand. 

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Now Accepting Nominations for the OCI Award

Nomination Deadline is March 3, 2014

The Outstanding Corporate Innovator (OCI) Committee has begun the process of identifying candidates for the 2014 OCI Award. We are looking for organizations that demonstrate the use of disciplined practices to continuously develop and launch a stream of value creating new products and services.

Firms, regardless of size or industry, which meet select criteria, are candidates. Self nominations are encouraged. Please help us identify the 2014 OCI candidates by completing the simple nomination form.

To learn more about the award, criteria and the past recipients click here.