Today is National Dog Biscuit Day.  To mark the day, we are pleased to introduce the newest member of Asterion’s extended family, an American Akita named Everest.

National Banana Bread Day is celebrated today.  Here is a favorite recipe. Raisins make a fine substitute for the nuts on the list of ingredients.  

On the Lighter Side

Ancient beer has been discovered by archeologists in Egypt. 

Here’s a useful guide to pairing cheese.

What’s Puzzling Us
  Old Spice is opening up a barbershop—in Ohio.

What Doesn’t Surprise Us At All
At least one dietitian agrees with us. Low-fat peanut butter is not worth eating.

 The End of an Era
After more than 100 years in operation, Camden County, New Jersey’s Clementon Park and Splash World closed in the fall of 2019. Then the extended restrictions on large gatherings caused by COVID-19 wiped out any chance of reopening in 2020. It’s sad, but not surprising, that the park is now up for auction in March.

If your business is faced with a perplexing problem, Asterion can help. Looking at issues in creative ways is what our consultants do best.

New IP Issues to Ponder
IP always poses interesting questions. Will vendors working collaboratively help reduce counterfeiting? Who owns trademark rights to the Rose Bowl? Can Peloton cancel the 20-year-old trademark on the term “spinning?” Did Constellation engage in unauthorized use of the Corona brand name?

Asterion’s consultants are well versed in IP matters. We can assist you in determining the proper financial evaluation of issues such as these.

FYI
The Trademark Modernization Act was passed as part of the December 2020 COVID relief legislation package. 

Thread Recommendations
Presenting 2021’s winning underwater photographs.

Watch List
Observe the history of Earth’s tectonic plate movements in under a minute.
Experience virtual safaris via wildlife webcams.

A/V Files
Armchair travel to a Paris Jazz Bar; then stop by ambience video rooms like 221B Baker Street or the Gryffindor Common Room.

Spotlight on Operational & Turnaround Consulting
Asterion, Inc.
has extensive experience providing consulting services to businesses and their constituents to effectuate an operational turnaround.

February 23, 2021