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Consumers have long sought out healthier food, but our understanding today is better than at any point in history due to our growing knowledge, which is readily available to consumers, of the hormonal and metabolic causes of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and other related disorders.

Food and Beverage February 17, 2021

The U.S. Fitness industry, like most other industries, has been deeply impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. This report presents a summary of the state of the industry and the trends that have emerged as the result of the pandemic – some of which are expected to become a new permanent reality.

Active Lifestyle February 15, 2021

COVID-19 created a shock felt across virtually every industry and institution. Clubs and studios pivoted as best they could. Many used platforms such as Zoom to deliver at-home streaming content as much to maintain customer relationships as to supplement income. Not everyone was caught flatfooted. In December 2020, Harrison Co. orchestrated an in-depth survey on U.S. fitness patterns before and during the COVID crisis. The findings of this study are presented in this report.

Active Lifestyle February 10, 2021

For centuries, labor has been treated as a commodity, with an abundant supply of immigrants coming to America every year. Labor was always plentiful and available whenever needed, much like turning on a water tap. However, just as we can no longer take water for granted in many parts of the U.S., we can no longer rely on labor as an unlimited resource.

Agriculture and Ag-Tech January 25, 2021

Today, breakfast has transcended its traditional daypart and become a more prominent and creative staple on restaurant menus, which is a significant achievement during a challenging time for the restaurant industry overall. While the industry is struggling with declining foot traffic and samo-store sales, the thriving breakfast segment continues to defy industry trends.

Food and Beverage October 11, 2020

The findings of the most recent survey, which are summarized in this report, offer an inside look into how COVID-19 is recasting the competitive landscape as well as the technology and trends that will be steering the fitness industry today and in the years ahead.

Active Lifestyle July 15, 2020

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck full force in the spring of 2020, it delivered a blow that reverberated across every corner of the restaurant industry. State after state, legislative restrictions mandated restaurants to close, compelling thousands of operators to lay off employees. More dramatic consequences for both operators and employees included shutting restaurant doors permanently.

Food and Beverage June 10, 2020

Amazon and Agriculture: Changing the Landscape of Food Distribution is the first issue of our multi-part Point of View series that analyzes the trends having the greatest impact on the food-supply chain – from farm to table.

Agriculture and Ag-Tech May 19, 2020

2020 has not been good. The understatement of the year. There is an overwhelming amount of negative news, shocking data, and economic predictions that feel like we are living a bad dream. The pandemic has systematically impacted companies and their employees across industry size, sector and location. Despite the incessant negative news, we set out to identify positive data and actions (upcoming report) that can be taken to strengthen business operations during this economic recession.

eCommerce May 15, 2020

Purple hired Harrison Co. in 2017 to explore strategic alternatives, including raising capital, selling their company, or going public. Throughout the process Harrison Co. helped Purple raise debt capital, equipment financing and provided recommendations for board members of the new public company. The additional capital and liquidity provided the necessary resources to fuel and fulfill Purple’s ambitious growth plans.

eCommerce February 20, 2020