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The Tip is 'Ask Before You Buy' I went to a department store for a pair of dress shoes recently. The clerk helped me with three different pairs that I tried on. 'The Big Secret' was on the forefront of my mind so I asked, "Are these shoes imports?" The salesman responded that they were in fact imported. "Do you have any Made In America shoes like these?" I asked. To my surprise he said, "We have a whole line of Made In USA shoes." I was able to purchase the same color and style with the Made In USA label. These Made in America shoes were less expensive, came with a better warranty and were more comfortable. It's amazing how often this simple Made in US question yields unexpected and often times pleasant results. I now ask this question regularly, whereas before I would not have thought to ask for a Made in America alternative. More often than not, I can find a Made in America product of higher quality and at the same, or slightly higher price. Asking the question is so simple and can make a positive impact, in both the short and long term. Try it sometime. If you are like me, you may be surprised with how many Made in US products are out there. You will love it when you realize you are making a difference that benefits many. With your help America will be ours again and that is a good thing. Buying Tip Continued - Read more on Made in America Products by TLC Kansas Designs TLC Kanvas Designs is a Woman-owned business that has been perfecting, manufacturing, and selling textiles and leather products for over 30 years. Headquartered in Bellville, Ohio, TLC Kanvas Designs is a small town business, with small town values and big city ideas, ambitions, and connections. Our company is known for our ability to design, manufacture, and distribute only the best products to businesses, charity organizations, non-profits, government contracts, and even individual customers. In the past, we have provided high quality goods to companies as large as Fortune 100, and as small as the local high school booster club- no order is too small, or too big- we do it ALL! Products and Services Textile and leather goods Custom design and prototyping New product development Cut and sew Short and long production runs Fulfillment and distribution Soft case goods (e.g., duffle bags, luggage, handbags) Straps and harnesses Tarps and equipment covers Textile fixtures for manufacturers Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) components Reusable textile packaging for industrial companies Meet the TLC Family Carol Browne, Owner- Carole has over 32 years of commercial sewing and manufacturing experience. As the owner, Carol oversees the daily TLC operations to make sure everything runs smoothly, and that the customer is getting only the best work and product. Lonnie Browne, CEO- After being honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corp, Lonnie decided to use his 30 years of commercial sewing, procurement, and estimating experience honed by the US Military to provide the best products to his customers. Todd Ramsier, CFO- Having held management positions in Accenture, the Bureau of Worker's Compensation, Fidelity Investments, LTV Steel, and Limited Brands, Todd has gained invaluable skills and experience in contract management, supply chain and distribution operations, and finance and accounting. Todd has a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Ohio State University, and adds his 16 years of expertise to our staff. |
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