Information Friday, Massachusetts Cosmetics Hearings and Consignment

Hey INDIEs!

Today is "Information Friday," hosted by IBN's Boston Director,
Susan Mann of Manor Hall Soap Co. in Massachusetts. It's all
about using this site to get the information you need to be
successful, and also using it to help others. Susan says,
"Paddling your business canoe doesn't have to be a solitary
event. If you're lost, ask for help." And help others too. When you
give, you always get more back.

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Add your own Discussions here!

Earlier this week, 3 IBN members (including Susan) appeared before
the Massachusetts Joint Commission on Public Health to testify
about two pieces of cosmetics legislation that are pending in the
Commonwealth. To read about it, click on this link:
Update On Cosmetics Hearings In Massachusetts.

Please visit the FaceBook Pages of these industry leaders to meet
them and learn about what they offer and how they are speaking up
for small businesses: Manor Hall Soap Co on FaceBook,
Grace Farm Organics on FaceBook, Back Porch Soap on FaceBook.

Stay up to date on state proceedings and laws around the country at
the FaceBook State Cosmetics Laws Page. Testimony filed by others
as part of the public record will be shared later today! For important
information about following cosmetics laws, click here.

And don't forget to stop by the Indie Events Calendar to see over 60
events to help you grow your business and make the products you
and your customers love!

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Debbie Feldman at Anna's Potions and Lotions in New York

Honey and Oatmeal Soap from
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Body Butter from Sheri Lee Pierce at Paradise City Herbal in Massachusetts

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Enjoy the rest of your week!

Best & Success

dM

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