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Today, we celebrate Green Friday with 4 good reasons to buy a Jackie now — we don’t do discounts: 1. Replace your fire bowl with a smoke- and odor-free outdoor fireplace. The sooner, the better! 2. Jackie comes unrusted. Let the Corten steel develop its beautiful rust patina just in time for the holidays. 3. Picking it up yourself? Your Jackie will be ready the same day (for now!)… 4. Secure the perfect year-end gift for yourself or someone special! Why no Black Friday discounts? - Because Black Friday often means you’re paying too much at other times. Our prices stay fair and consistent all year round. - Because Jackie is made in Belgium, where we prioritize quality and fair working conditions. - Because Black Friday encourages overconsumption, often leading to people buying things they don’t need. Instead, carefully consider the lasting benefits of a Jackie compared to cheap, polluting alternatives. 😊

𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐬𝐢𝐩 𝐜𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 🛍️ ☕ This Black Friday, we’re focusing on what really matters: brewing amazing coffee - no wild sales, no crowded inboxes, no hype. Did you know that we offer a range of options to brew the perfect cup of coffee? Your customers will enjoy a flawless cup of black coffee, without lines and stress. Why get caught up in the chaos when you can sip the perfect, most satisfying cup of coffee? ☕ Let’s make this Black Friday about enjoying the simple things, like a perfectly brewed cup of black coffee. 🖤 #BlackFriday #CoffeeForBusiness #FilterFresh #deJongDUKE #CommercialCoffee

At Smoofl, we’re skipping Black Friday—and it’s a deliberate choice. While the focus this week is on discounts, we’re focusing on creating something meaningful for the holiday season. Behind the scenes of our Christmas campaign, it’s not about rushing for sales but about building moments that matter. Moments that bring joy, not just to dogs, but to the people who love them. For us, this season is about sharing creativity, thoughtfulness, and care—values that aren’t tied to a one-day price tag. Take a look behind the scenes of how we’re bringing this vision to life. 🎄🐾

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This Black Friday, skip the chaos of sales and focus on what truly matters for your business—investing in a sustainable, innovative coffee machine. It’s not just about brewing coffee; it’s about supporting employee well-being and enhancing productivity. Choose machines that reduce energy use and carbon footprint, aligning with eco-conscious values. A quality coffee experience can transform your workplace, without the stress of Black Friday frenzy. Invest in what fuels your team—and the planet—year-round.

I am the food scene Kanya King for a reason. There ain't nobody in this food scene doing what I do for the community. No one (yes no one…ill say again with chest) is getting Black/ethnic FMCG producers in front of supermarket buyers 18 months ago well connected people said NO they were too scared to touch Spill the Beans. They gave me so many excuses into why it cant be possible “You are the same as X”…No we are not X don't even have Black people on their panel “Our founder is not Black this event is not for us” “If we support this, we will be giving out the wrong message” In 2024, I proved them wrong – and helped loads  of Black and ethnic minority food producers. Now they ask me for intro's and want to collab! This year, Spill the Beans wasn't just an event. It was a movement breaking down barriers in retail, giving underrepresented food founders a direct path to supermarket buyers when no one else would. We're talking REAL impact: →100+ producers connected with buyers from Selfridges, Ocado, Waitrose, Sainsbury's + loads more →Spill the Beans got Superfoodio into Tesco’s (YES, we did) →Challenging an industry that's historically shut out diverse voices →Proving that talent doesn't care about your background – only your passion → We have helped many producers in their journey 📌P.S. Connecting diverse producers with retail opportunities.... thats right 😎 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 👋I’m Colin- the food scene’s Kanya King, London-based food and drink Content Creator🧙 📚Helping foodie brands promote themselves via storytelling. 🎤Founder, Spill the Beans - UK's only event for Black/ethnic minority food producers to meet supermarket buyers 💻Connecting foodie brands with their target audiences via social media 🗣 Wanna chat? 📲Connect with me, and we can talk about your projects😁

👀 Something BIG is coming... This Black Friday, SWISSCAVE is bringing you exclusive deals you won’t want to miss! 🍷✨ Stay tuned and get ready to elevate your wine storage game at unbeatable prices. 🖤 📅 Mark your calendar – the countdown begins! #BlackFriday #Swisscave #LuxuryWineStorage #WineCoolerDeals #swisscaveinaction #deals #luxurydeals

Are you as stressed as we are today thinking we need to buy things we don’t actually need? There’s no avoiding Black Friday, done correctly this can be a major day for boosting sales and capturing the attention of new customers. If Black Friday is your jam, we hope this is a super successful one for you. If you missed out this year on marketing this date effectively, then make sure you include in your annual plans for next year, which by the way you should be thinking about now if you haven’t started already! Working ahead of key events in your calendar can take the stress out of delivery. If you need help mapping out your year ahead, get in touch! We can help guide you in what to and what not to include. Visit https://lnkd.in/eTdfdWZY 🖤

🚨Say No to Black Friday 🚨 This Black Friday, break free from mainstream madness and champion quality independent businesses! Black Friday has long raised an issue for me and has left me with many questions about these large companies offering crazy discounts. As a small independent business, We can't compete and don't want to compete in this madness. ✅We offer year-round bundle deals that give you real value. ✅We prioritise quantity over quality and personalised advice all year round. ✅Transparent pricing is our motto, ensuring you get fair value for every pound spent. 🚨By choosing Leaf Organics, you're not just getting exceptional products; you're supporting a local business that strives to keep money circulating within our community. Let's make Black Friday a celebration of conscious consumerism! Say no to inflated deals and yes to quality, sustainability, and the enduring strength of local businesses. Shop local, shop Leaf Organics,💚 #ShopLocal #LeafOrganics #ConsciousConsumerism