Thursday, February 25, 2010

I am Gold Leaf: Jason


Employee Profile
Jason Perez
Shipping

Neighborhood
Humboldt Park

Why do you love Chicago?
Because I was born here. Family, Marcello's pizza, Chicago Cubs, the architecture, city life, Ukrainian Village buddies, the snow and cool breezes.

What's your favorite Gold Leaf product?

The Stainless Steel line


All of them?
All of them.

Why?
Because I like them raw.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010


Mississippi Sausage Social!!!

Last week Allan's mother down south sent us some sausage, well a whole lot of sausage. We had no choice but to dim the lights, turn the computers off and make big decisions like sport peppers or jalapenos. I was surprised how much ketchup was used, being Chicagoans and all, but we did demolish that bottle of mustard. Go Bears!

Every now and then us Gold Leafers plan a social as a way to let loose and enjoy each others company. We join forces at lunch and each person adds to the meal. Sometimes contributions aren't food but Neil reading aloud the missed connections section of the Chicago Reader and Michelle telling us about Nintendo Wii battle stories. Jason from shipping contributed with lightning the load in the refrigerator. The poppy seed bun and sausage was so good that I actually saw him sneaking some more later in the afternoon, plain, nothing on it, like he just unwrapped it in the bleachers at Wrigley Field. Just a bun and sausage.

We have been so busy with show orders, new products and a new catalog that this was a good exercise for the mind, body and soul. A nice little way for us to bond as friends as the new season and year for Gold Leaf starts to make some waves. I can feel the spring slowly arriving here, and we can't wait. This was a nice little taste of summer. Thanks everyone!

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Gold Leaf Gets Fit!

Gold Leaf has been getting in shape over the past year! Many of us have taken the high road to a happier and healthier lifestyle and have experienced great results.

Starting in April of last year, Darren and Jose began training to run in the 2009 Bank Of America Chicago Marathon, which they eventually participated and completed last October. Since they began their training, they both have lost 20 pounds each. They both intend to run in the marathon again this year.

Their experience has inspired Cathy, a member of our production team, to begin running again. Cathy was an experienced runner who trained throughout high school and college.

Since she began working here a year ago, Molly has lost 5 pounds and is looking to lose 8 more by the end of the year.

As for me, since January of this year, I have lost 18 pounds! I have been keeping a personal blog of my efforts. My goal is to lose 56 more pounds. Wish me luck!

Neil

Monday, February 15, 2010

Chicago Showroom



It is almost 2 years since we moved from a very central, trendy design area to our facility on the outskirts of Chicago. Even though our location is less convenient, the number of clients that come to visit, keeps increasing. With that in mind, this week, we are setting up our recent trade show booth in our warehouse. We are excited for our local customers to see our new collection fully displayed. For those who haven't been here, it's worth the trip. Please call to make an appointment, or to make sure you are included on our invite list for an Open House!

Monday, February 8, 2010

I am Gold Leaf: Todd

Employe Profile:
Todd Diederich
Photographer/Sales/Customer Service

Neighborhood:
Ukrianian Village, Chicago, IL

Why do you love Chicago?
Thats easy, PIZZA!!!! Besides that I love Chicago for
its originality, that can be most evident along the lake front in the summer when everyone and everything gravitates towards Lake Michigan. On those hot summer days I like to just ride my bike, play basketball and take pictures of all the interesting people and situations I may stumble upon.

Favorite Gold Leaf product?
Hands down the Wire Crystal Set. It can really fill the void of any space with a modern edge but its form can seem rather delicate. I love the tension this product can achieve... I also love the price.

Friday, February 5, 2010

New York


Thanks to everyone for visiting us in New York this week. We are really excited about the outlook for 2010! There was a definite "buzz" in the air at all the trade shows. We saw customers that hadn't attended the show in over 3 years, and we met many new customers. We appreciate your time and interest, and look forward to working together.

Please be on the lookout for our new catalog- we just approved the final proofs today. This year's catalog is quite a departure from our previous catalogs. The products are featured to provide display and design ideas; not just picture items. We think you will be rather inspired. If you can't wait to receive it in the mail, just log in, and view it online. Thanks.