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PUBLISHER’S NOTE
Passion is key

One of the pleasures of working for Costco is doing business with our innovative and creative suppliers. Their backstories are often inspirational. They are, almost without exception, hardworking and passionate about the products they create and services they provide. Our suppliers are entrepreneurs who meet people’s needs, solve problems and sometimes make life more fun.

Jazwares, the company behind Squishmallows, the popular line of plush toys, is making life fun for millions, and not just children. Our cover story details the genesis and growth of this company, whose founder Judd Zebersky left his job at a law office in 1997 to follow his dream of building a toy company.

You’ll also find a story about the robotic vacuum company iRobot. The company’s products feature sophisticated technology that was developed for NASA and other high-profile agencies.

Love advanced science? Turn to our story on the Embr Wave wristband. Developed by Embr Labs, this product uses cutting-edge science to help provide relief for women and men who suffer from hot flashes (yes, men can get them too).

Working with passionate, innovative suppliers enables us to offer you, our members, high-quality products (and services)that fit your lifestyles. I sincerely hope you enjoy this issue and find gift ideas as we head toward the holiday season.

Coming next month
  • Our cover story will take a look at fun, alternative ideas for holiday entertaining.

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Sandy Torrey is Senior Vice President, Corporate Membership, Marketing and Publisher, Costco Connection.

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