Here is news from throughout the world of rewards recognition, including research, company news, mergers and acquistitions, etc.
The Incentive Marketing Association (IMA), Incentive Research Foundation (IRF), and Rideau, a Montreal-based international recognition firm with a U.S. company, have been accepted for the ISO Technical Advisory Group (TAG260) for the establishment of human capital standards worldwide. The... [ read more ]
It may sound like hyperbole, but Business Insider writer Steve Kovach may not be far off on his prediction that smart wearables may not soon dominate the market as once expected. "Three years ago, smart watches were supposed to be the next big thing," wrote Kovach in a recent Business Insider article... [ read more ]
Schaumburg, IL-based Motivation Excellence recently announced the winners of its annual Star Performance Awards. This year's recipients are ... [ read more ]
Tina Weede, who announced the formation of Innovative People Solutions after the closing of US Motivation, has decided not to move ahead with the new company. ... [ read more ]
Mojo Incentives recently merged with Thomas James & Associates (TJA). Company President Joe Jones says that TJA will be folded into a single identity, Mojo Incentives, with Jones as the sole owner. ... [ read more ]
The roll-up strategy predicted by RRN is happening: Sodexo, which bills itself a world leader in Quality of Life services, and Halo Branded Solutions, a leading promotional products company, have each announced investments and acquisitions this week. ... [ read more ]
Bulova Corporate Sales recently announced a territory expansion with long-time partner IncentiveSource, Inc. Three states, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, were added to the existing territory that included... [ read more ]
The Enterprise Engagement Alliance recently added a number of new members to its rolls. New Corporate Members include Assa Abloy, Carlton Group, Creative Group... [ read more ]
IMEX Group CEO Carina Bauer was the subject of a recent Q&A on the meeting & event organization's website, discussing IMEX's 2017 education strategy for both its Frankfurt and Las Vegas shows. Bauer noted that the key "talking point" this year will be ... [ read more ]
Hyatt Hotels Corporation recently announced it had acquired Miraval Group, a provider of "wellness and mindfulness experiences," from an affiliate of KSL Capital Partners, LLC. Along with acquiring the flagship Miraval Arizona Resort & Spa... [ read more ]
