Bodek And Rhodes

Philadelphia-based Bodek and Rhodes, a wholesaler of imprintable activewear, recently restated its commitment to social responsibility with a Public Declaration of Responsibility. In this document, Bodek and Rhodes pledges that it “aspires to be a leader in social accountability within the wholesale apparel industry by promoting a positive culture with respect to human rights and the continuous improvement of working conditions.” To that end, the company outlined a number of worker-friendly policies, including ensuring all its business partners abide by safe and fair labor practices. All garment manufacturers of their private label, UltraClub, are currently certified by the Worldwide Responsible Apparel Production (WRAP) organization—an

ECONOMY SHMECONOMY. NOT to be glib, but that headline has sold one too many papers these days. Yes, things are not necessarily prospering, however, what the general public should be talking about is how to respond to these given circumstances. Facing the unenviable challenge of helping end-buyers find value in items that can all-too-easily be considered “extraneous,” now more than ever, suppliers and distributors must continuously prove the worth of their wares. Showing how each garment can be used in a practical wardrobe application attaches a tangible benefit to every dollar spent, an essential formula for continuing to drive business through financially uncertain

To help kick off the 2009 celebration of Bodek and Rhodes’ 70th anniversary, the FedEx NASCAR stock car was showcased at the company’s Philadelphia headquarters on September 18. President Mike Rhodes and his “pit crew” executive team, suited in orange Bodek and Rhodes and Fed Ex jumpsuits, welcomed the crowds during a barbecue lunch and ushered guests on a facility tour that included a 2009 line sneak preview. “We are honored to launch our 70th anniversary year by having the official FedEx car make a pit stop here on its way to Dover Speedway,” announced president Mike Rhodes. “We couldn’t think of

Philadelphia-based Bodek and Rhodes, one of the leading wholesalers of imprintable activewear, recently announced the addition of six new brands of apparel and accessories to its 2009 lineup. With the early release of their annual catalog in November, Bodek and Rhodes will now offer a total of 36 brands. “It’s all about giving our customers and their clients the choices and variety they deserve,” said Mike Rhodes, president. “We’re ... making sure we’ve got the hot names people are looking for like Adidas Golf, which is new for us this year. We’re also making sure we’ve got a variety of styles and accessories to

This week, Bodek and Rhodes, Philadelphia, one of the leading wholesalers of imprintable activewear, announced it will carry the full line of Cubavera, a brand of Latin-inspired, executive apparel. The camp shirts and polos have an executive tailoring that personifies the corporate market, but also are affordable and functional for the uniform, restaurant and hospitality markets because of the machine-washable fabrications. Additionally, several of Cubavera’s styles and fabrics have a decidedly Cuban flavor and Bodek and Rhodes is proud to recognize and provide for an emerging Hispanic market. “The Latino market is the fastest-growing segment in the United States right now and will

Bodek and Rhodes, a Philadelphia-based wholesaler of imprintable apparel and accessories, announced one quarter of the company’s catalog of more than 500 styles are items that offer above-the-standard performance. “Along with our new eco-friendly styles, performance apparel is a huge trend,” said Mike Rhodes, president. “A shirt isn’t just a shirt when it also wicks moisture away from your body to keep you cooler and protects you from the sun. And customers across the board are excited about the huge range of performance we’ve added in the past few years,” he concluded. Recently, the company branched into a number areas offering other specific benefits.

Philadelphia-based Bodek and Rhodes, a leading wholesaler of imprintable apparel and accessories, was recently honored with the Best Overall Performance Award from the Premier Promotional Group. The group, which presented the award at a ceremony in May, is a national organization of 40 supplier companies and 52 distributor companies representing territories across the United States. The awards ceremony was the final celebration of the three-day annual meeting in Sarasota, Fla. “It’s such an honor to get an award like this,” said Steve Rosengarten, vice president of sales for Bodek and Rhodes. “Our whole philosophy is to deliver the best of family-business service to our

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Bodek and Rhodes, a Philadelphia-based wholesaler of imprintable apparel and accessories, announced one quarter of the company’s catalog of more than 500 styles are items that offer above-the-standard performance. “Along with our new eco-friendly styles, performance apparel is a huge trend,” said Mike Rhodes, president. “A shirt isn’t just a shirt when it also wicks moisture away from your body to keep you cooler and protects you from the sun. And customers across the board are excited about the huge range of performance we’ve added in the past few years,” he concluded. Recently, the company branched into a number areas offering other specific benefits.

Here is some very funny commentary by Chrissie about the article.Then she gives the first sentance or so and then it links in. Commenting on a new joint interview with John McCain and Sarah Palin, NBC News Political Director Chuck Todd described the Republican ticket as lacking cohesion, chemistry, and (he hinted) trust. COSMOGIRL.COM