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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...

Today in Retail History: The Flamingo’s Impact on Las Vegas Retail

Rich Honiball

Dec 26, 20243 min read

Today in Retail History: The Flamingo’s Impact on Las Vegas Retail

On December 26, 1946, mobster Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel opened the Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, changing both the city and retail.

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Rich Honiball

Mar 18, 20247 min read

Today in Brand History: The Genesis of American Express

On March 18, 1850, Henry Wells and William Fargo founded American Express in Buffalo, New York.

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Rich Honiball

Mar 12, 20246 min read

Today in Brand History: The World of Coca Cola Makes An Iconic Move

On March 12th, 1894, Coca-Cola was sold in bottles for the first time in a candy store in Vicksburg, Mississippi.

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Rich Honiball

Mar 9, 20245 min read

Today in Brand History: A Cultural Icon Named Barbie is Born

On March 9th, 1959, the toy industry witnessed a revolution with Barbie's debut at the International Toy Fair in New York City.

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Rich Honiball

Jan 7, 20245 min read

Today in Brand History: Gibson's 'Flying V' - Reshaping the Guitar World

On January 7th, 1958, Gibson Guitars marked a moment in music history by receiving a US patent for their 'Flying V' electric guitars.

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Rich Honiball

Oct 28, 20238 min read

Today in Brand History: The Birth of Macy's

On October 28, 1858, a young entrepreneur named Rowland Hussey Macy took a significant step towards creating a retail empire that would...

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Rich Honiball

Sep 24, 20235 min read

Today in Brand History: KFC

On September 24th, 1952, American fast food restaurant chain Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) opened its doors for the first time as a...

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Rich Honiball

Sep 4, 20235 min read

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...

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Rich Honiball

Aug 22, 20234 min read

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...

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Rich Honiball

Mar 1, 20233 min read

Today in Brand History: Sherlock Holmes

(photo credit: www.historyhit.com) On March 1, 1890, the first US edition of "A Study in Scarlet," the debut story of the legendary...

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Rich Honiball

Feb 9, 20234 min read

Today in Brand History: G.I. Joe

On February 9, 1964, the first G.I. Joe action figure was introduced to the world by Hasbro. (though the exact date is disputed...some...

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Rich Honiball

Feb 8, 20233 min read

Today in Brand History: William & Mary

Founded on February 8, 1693, William & Mary College is a public research university located in Williamsburg, Virginia and is the second...

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Rich Honiball

Feb 6, 20233 min read

Today in Brand History: Monopoly

On February 6, 1935, the first edition of the Monopoly board game was sold by Parker Brothers, a board game company based in Salem,...

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Rich Honiball

Oct 22, 20223 min read

Today in Brand History: The Metropolitan Opera House

In 1883, New York's original Metropolitan Opera House has its grand opening with a performance of Charles Gounod's opera "Faust.” The...

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Rich Honiball

Oct 5, 20222 min read

Today in Brand History: James Bond

(photo credit: www.movies.fandom.com) In 1962, "Dr. No", the first James Bond film based on the novel by Ian Fleming and starring Sean...

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