If you are a shareholder in a C-corp or a small business closely held corporation (sometimes called “S-corps”), you probably remember when you for...
Two major changes to the TTB’s Permits Online filing system
I’d like to share some great news about the TTB’s Permits Online filing system. This month the latest system upgrades are being introduced. I am p...
Time to Reconsider Your Business Structure to Take Advantage of New Lower Tax Rates
There has been a lot of discussion about Trump’s proposed tax revisions. No matter what your politics, the changes are coming soon and are dramatic ...
Did an iconic whiskey glass manufacturer lead to the demise of its own trade dress protection?
Glencairn filed a trademark infringement suit in against Plamazonx LLC, claiming Plamazonx’ sales of whiskey tasting glasses sold as “Del Rey Glas...
All Night Permit (aka New Year’s Eve Permit)
New Year’s Eve is fast approaching and since it can be one of the most profitable nights of the year for nightclubs, bars, and restaurants alike...
New York State Liquor Authority Marketing and Representative Permits
New York State Liquor Authority Marketing and Representative Permits So what is this permit anyway? Your wholesale license allows you to offer ...
Use Your Menu as a Marketing Tool
Social media is the key to marketing restaurants and bars. Every customer that looks at your food and drink menu provides an opportunity to engage him...
Restaurant Marketing to the Millennial Customer
If you are not targeting Millennials, you need to re-evaluate your marketing strategy. The Millennials (also known as Generation Y and includes those ...
Bring Reality TV Experience to your Restaurant
Looking to bring some publicity and introduce some creative menu offerings? The popular Food Network show “Chopped” gives contestants a basket of ...
Youth hockey tournament reveals lessons in convenience and branding
My family went on a trip to a hockey tournament in Cleveland this past weekend. As many teams do, the families posted an emblem with the family’s su...