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On this International Women's Day, I wanted to highlight an exceptional woman and the incomparable Jesi Haack came to mind. She owns and runs Jesi Haack Design, which consistently creates fresh, stylish and dramatic events. She's also a wife to Ryan Haack & mama to Jonah, Maverick, River & Emerald. I sat down with her to hear her unique and insightful perspective on life & business as a mother. Our interview took place on a picnic blanket with five kids + one dog, and it was every bit as funny and inspiring as I thought it would be.   You...

My name is Michelle, and I am the founder and CEO of Nifty Package Company. Creating gifts, especially for the holidays, is one of my greatest joys. Though my life and my business are vibrant and filled with joy, I have also experienced deep pain, grief, and loss. Two years ago I became a widow. We also have several women on staff who have lost their husbands. Days like today, a holiday centered mostly around romantic love, can be difficult for many to navigate (myself included). I had the honor recently to create a bereavement box, and it was a beautiful...

At Nifty Package Co. we believe love is an action & giving back to the community is an important part of our story. Chef Bruno, a remarkable local man who we admire for his dedication to service and charity, experienced a devastating loss, and we are compelled to act. The historic White House Restaurant, built in 1909, used to feed over 1,800 children per day until a tragic electrical fire decimated the property. The landmark restaurant hosted thousands of events and was a beloved part of the community. Insurance will rebuild the structure, but it may take over a year...

We’ve been carefully gathering and curating our wares, filling the Nifty Package Co shelves with too many treasures to list! We’ve had so much fun shopping locally and connecting with small businesses that we love to support. Some businesses we’ve fallen head over heels with include Bambu Earth, Black Market Bakery, Green Tree, The Mixing Glass, Valenza Chocolatier, Mixed-Bakery, and Captain Roasty. Last week we were lucky enough to take a few pictures of some gorgeous gift possibilities, and we wanted to give you a sneak peek! Here are our top five picks: New Baby Gift This thoughtful, beautiful and...

Gift giving for personal reasons is common, and many of us know the joys of giving and receiving in this way. But what about gift giving within a business setting? Corporate gifting is on the rise. Let’s talk about 3 reasons why you should give your clients and associates gifts. It’s A Solid Tradition Gift giving has been used for centuries as a tool in creating and cementing relationships that are key to business development. This is especially true within Asian culture, where gifting is often elevated to an art form. Gifts Transcend Geography In an progressively global economy that...