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Michael Hemsworth

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Michael is a dynamic self starter with a passion for marketing and the written word. A graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University, he became an Editor for the TrendHunter.com editorial team in 2012.

An avid eco enthusiast, lover of adventure and painter, Michael is constantly hunting for new opportunities to enrich himself, his community and the world-at-large.
Contemporary Kid-Friendly Kitchenwares
Contemporary Kid-Friendly Kitchenwares
The ProCook Little Kitchen Range is Thoughtfully Designed
The ProCook Little Kitchen range is an all-new line of baby and toddler kitchenwares created with the contemporary style requirements of parents in mind without losing sight of children's needs.... MORE
Optimized Bulk Beverage Handles
Optimized Bulk Beverage Handles
This Amcor Carry Handle is Optimized for PET Containers
This new Amcor carry handle has been added to the brand's beverage packaging portfolio to tap into the burgeoning bulk convenience category and support the changing landscape in the retail sector.... MORE
Wafer-Inspired Snack Competitions
Wafer-Inspired Snack Competitions
The Loacker Great Wafer Bake-Off Showdown Will Take Place Live
The Loacker Great Wafer Bake-Off Showdown: Innovation, Influence & Retail Collaboration will be at the Sweets & Snacks Expo on Monday, May 19, 2026 to showcase the versatility of the brand's... MORE
Ornate Freshness-Optimized Flowers
Ornate Freshness-Optimized Flowers
The Astronova® Flower Offers Up to 14 Days of Vase Life
The Astronova® flower is being rolled out after a successful pilot phase to help get the ornate floral variety into the market and help satisfy consumer demand for fresh-cut flowers with an... MORE
Proactive AI Assistant Apps
Proactive AI Assistant Apps
The Poppy App Interprets Data to Help Users Stay on Track
The Poppy app is an artificial intelligence (AI) assistant tool positioned as the ultimate digital companion that takes aim at the ever-increasing number of things that today's consumer needs to... MORE
Low-Cost High-Resolution Security Cameras
Low-Cost High-Resolution Security Cameras
The Latest Ring Security Cameras Come in Two Models
The latest Ring security cameras have been launched as a series of hardware options that leverage the brand's technology and relay it into several accessible smart home devices. The new additions... MORE
Oversized Triple-Camera Smartphones
Oversized Triple-Camera Smartphones
The Xiaomi 17 Max Spotlights a 6.9-Inch 2K OLED Screen
The Xiaomi 17 Max smartphone has been officially confirmed by the brand as the latest addition to its product portfolio that's slated to deliver impressive productivity and performance capabilities... MORE
Pouch-Packaged International Recipe Meals
Pouch-Packaged International Recipe Meals
The Maggi Global Kitchen Range are £3 Each
The Maggi Global Kitchen range is a new lineup of international cuisine options that leverage the brand's prowess for convenient meals to help catch the attention of curious shoppers this season.... MORE
Rewarding Retailer Subscription Services
Rewarding Retailer Subscription Services
Ocado Retail Smart Pass Rewards Has Exclusive Offers
Ocado Retail Smart Pass Rewards is a new rewards program developed by the brand to help customers enjoy access to a range of exclusive offers for their continued patronage. The program will... MORE
Creatine-Packed Cookies
Creatine-Packed Cookies
Sweet Addison's Creatine Chocolate Chip Cookie is Protein-Rich
Sweet Addison's Creatine Chocolate Chip Cookie is the latest addition to the better-for-you dessert brand's portfolio as a clean ingredient treat that targets the burgeoning popularity of creatine... MORE
Patriotic Picnic-Ready Hotdogs
Patriotic Picnic-Ready Hotdogs
Kayem Cannon Fire Hot Dogs are Launching for Americas 250th
Kayem Cannon Fire Hot Dogs are the brand's latest product that's arriving as a limited time offering to help consumers in the US mark America's 250th anniversary in a decidedly delicious way this... MORE
Freeze-Dried Toddler Meal Pouches
Freeze-Dried Toddler Meal Pouches
These New More Toddler Meals Products Showcase Convenience
These new More Toddler Meals products are a nutrient-rich, convenience-driven series of children's food options making its way to the UK market to answer calls for alternative approaches to... MORE
Premium Pot-Packaged Desserts
Premium Pot-Packaged Desserts
These Bonne Maman Chilled Desserts Leverage the Brand's Expertise
These new Bonne Maman chilled desserts are headed to the UK market from the premium dessert and jam brand as a series of sweet treats that prioritize high-quality ingredients alongside convenience.... MORE
Citrus-Driven Australian Gins
Citrus-Driven Australian Gins
Never Never Landers Lime Gin Has a Well-Rounded Flavor Profile
Never Never Landers Lime Gin is the latest expression from the Australia-based distillery that embraces a complex, citrus-forward profile to work well in a variety of recipes. The spirit starts... MORE
Global Cuisine-Inspired Meat Snacks
Global Cuisine-Inspired Meat Snacks
Yumbo Ginger Teriyaki Embraces Aromatic Flavor
The Yumbo Ginger Teriyaki sausage stick has been announced by the brand as the latest flavor of its signature meat snack that responds to the popularity of global cuisine in a convenient way. The... MORE
Pizzeria Enterprise Technology Suites
Pizzeria Enterprise Technology Suites
Hungry Howie's and Toast Partnered to Streamline Operations
Hungry Howie's and Toast have announced a new partnership that will see the pizzeria brand leveraging the latter brand's advanced enterprise technology suite to help streamline operations. The... MORE
Fruity Choice-Driven QSR Drinks
Fruity Choice-Driven QSR Drinks
The Carl's Jr. Triple Berry Trio Features Three Formats
The Carl's Jr. Triple Berry Trio is a new series of drinks making their way to the brand's participating locations that will offer customers a series of options to choose from as a nod to... MORE
Nostalgic Fruit-Flavored Milks
Nostalgic Fruit-Flavored Milks
Maola Strawberry Whole Milk Targets Kids and Adults Alike
Maola Strawberry Whole Milk is making its way to the US market from Moala Local Dairies as a nostalgia-driven dairy product targeted towards kids and adults alike for a family-friendly profile.... MORE
Algae-Based Canine Snack Packs
Algae-Based Canine Snack Packs
Vegan4Dogs Rudolf DHA Algae Bites are Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids
The Vegan4Dogs Rudolf DHA Algae Bites are a new canine snack pack product formulated with the health and nutritional demands of dog owners in mind. The product is formulated to deliver a... MORE
Bottled Pizzeria-Inspired Sauces
Bottled Pizzeria-Inspired Sauces
Papa Johns Garlic Flavored Sauce is Launching into Retail
Papa Johns Garlic Flavored Sauce is a new retail product from the pizza brand inspired by its classic Special Garlic Dipping Sauce to help consumers incorporate it into all their at-home mealtime... MORE
Complimentary Cafe Lunch Promotions
Complimentary Cafe Lunch Promotions
The Pret A Manger Twins Eat Free Promotion Offers Free Lunch
The Pret A Manger Twins Eat Free promotion is being run by the brand in the US to encourage consumers to visit their nearest location for a complimentary lunch for one day only. The promotion will... MORE
Highly Textured Cafe Drinks
Highly Textured Cafe Drinks
Starbucks Japan Chunky Drinks Come in Two Options
These Starbucks Japan Chunky drinks are headed to the brand's participating locations to offer consumers a simple way to enjoy the flavors of the season. The drinks come in two varieties including... MORE
Melty Curry-Filled Pizzas
Melty Curry-Filled Pizzas
The Pizza Hut Japan Japanese Curry Pizza Comes in Several Sizes
The Pizza Hut Japan Japanese curry pizza is a new menu item that merges two unexpected dishes to provide customers with a savory meal to try out. The pizza takes things in a decidedly different... MORE
Superheated Steam Air Fryers
Superheated Steam Air Fryers
The Dreame AeroFusion™ Air Fryer AF60 Has CrispVapor Technology
The Dreame AeroFusion™ Air Fryer AF60 was unveiled at the Dreame NEXT Event in the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco as the brand's newest cooking appliance that harnesses the power of steam... MORE
Clutter-Concealing Pouf Seats
Clutter-Concealing Pouf Seats
The Stuffable Upcycling Pouf Hides Items in Plain Sight
The Stuffable upcycling pouf is a hybrid piece of home decor that acts as a way to give unused items in the home a purpose, while also maximize storage to keep clutter to a minimum. The pouf... MORE
Clog-Style Hiking Footwear
Clog-Style Hiking Footwear
The Bedrock Sandals Nubuck Leather Mountain Clog is Protective
The Bedrock Sandals Nubuck Leather Mountain Clog is a hybrid footwear style created with outdoor exploration in mind to work well for those taking to trails and more. The shoe style features a... MORE
Pop Star Tech Partnerships
Pop Star Tech Partnerships
Charli xcx and Nothing Partnered to Challenge the Industry
Charli xcx and Nothing have announced a partnership that will see the pop star acting as the tech brand's global ambassador to help make waves in the industry and challenge the monotony within the... MORE
Celebratory Soccer Dining Events
Celebratory Soccer Dining Events
TGI Fridays Matchday Menu is Part of Fridays United
The TGI Fridays Matchday Menu is being launched by the brand as part of its Fridays United initiative that will encourage fans to head to their nearest location to watch the FIFA World Cup 26 this... MORE
Citrusy Ready-to-Bake Cookie Doughs
Citrusy Ready-to-Bake Cookie Doughs
Love&Cookies Sweet Lemon & Vanilla Cookie Dough is Seasonal
The Love&Cookies Sweet Lemon & Vanilla Cookie Dough is the brand's latest ready-to-bake product that's formulated with the spring and summertime seasons in mind to work well for entertaining... MORE
Indulgence-Driven Cookie Ranges
Indulgence-Driven Cookie Ranges
The Keebler Chips Deluxe Range Has New Flavors and Formulations
The Keebler Chips Deluxe Range has been expanded and reformulated by the brand to keep it relevant with today's consumer who's increasingly seeking out indulgence and value. The product range now... MORE
Plant-Based Steak Tattoo Pop-Ups
Plant-Based Steak Tattoo Pop-Ups
A Delicious Misteak Tattoo Parlour is Being Hosted by THIS
A Delicious Misteak Tattoo Parlour is slated to open at Flamin' Eight in Kentish Town this coming weekend from plant-based meat brand THIS to offer complimentary fare alongside free tattoos. The... MORE
Customizable Coffee Concentrates
Customizable Coffee Concentrates
The Starbucks Coffee Craft Range Brings Cafe-Quality Drinks Home
The Starbucks Coffee Craft range is a new series of concentrated coffee products perfect for helping consumers to create customized beverages from the comfort of home. The product range features... MORE
Brazil-Only Sporting Event Spirits
Brazil-Only Sporting Event Spirits
The Johnnie Walker FIFA World Cup 2026 Was Matured for 24 Years
The Johnnie Walker FIFA World Cup 2026 blended scotch whisky has been debuted by the spirit brand as a celebratory product that commemorates this year's sporting event. The spirit is a limited time... MORE
Clean-Label Hydration Campaigns
Clean-Label Hydration Campaigns
The Wonder of Water Campaign from Aqua Libra is Health-Focused
The Wonder of Water campaign has been launched by Aqua Libra in the UK to help build on the growing consumer interest in healthy hydration products that don't skimp on flavor. The campaign... MORE
Branded Android-Based Laptops
Branded Android-Based Laptops
The Googlebook is an Evolution of the Chromebook
The Googlebook has been announced by Google as its latest laptop innovation that builds on the Chromebook and will help to usher in a new category where Google Gemini is built in. The laptop will... MORE
Consumer-Driven Cold Coffee Ranges
Consumer-Driven Cold Coffee Ranges
This Lincoln & York Range Targets Millennials and Gen Z
This new Lincoln & York cold coffee range has been launched by the private label coffee roaster as a series of products that take a consumer-driven approach to help capture the attention of... MORE

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Slide-Out Bedroom Camping Trailers
Slide-Out Bedroom Camping Trailers
The Neo Camper Terra 700 is Off-Road-Ready
The Neo Camper Terra 700 camping trailer was shown off by the California-based brand as its latest rugged adventure-ready model that's engineered with a variety of handy features for explorers to... MORE
Gaming-Themed Chocolate Partnerships
Gaming-Themed Chocolate Partnerships
Kinder Joy and Nintendo Partnered on a Limited-Edition Range
Kinder Joy and Nintendo have partnered on a series of products in the US market to surprise and delight Super Mario fans alike with a collection of toys to get their hands on. The product range... MORE
Low-Cost Six-Person Tiny Homes
Low-Cost Six-Person Tiny Homes
The Simplify Further Tiny Homes 'Rasa' Maximizes Sleeping Space
The Simplify Further Tiny Homes 'Rasa' tiny house has been designed as a low-cost model that harkens back to the beginnings of tiny home design with a compact profile that maximizes capabilities in... MORE
Industrial Collaboration Headphones
Industrial Collaboration Headphones
This Conceptual Nothing Headphone (1) Imagines a New Accessory
This conceptual Nothing Headphone (1) design has been designed by LFD Official as a rendering of what consumers could see coming to the market as the Carl Pei-founded tech brand readies the release... MORE
Luxurious All-Metal Camping Trailers
Luxurious All-Metal Camping Trailers
The Highland 60 Off-Road Camper Trailer is Ruggedly Comfy
The Highland 60 Off-Road Camper Trailer is a rugged, durable and decidedly luxurious solution for explorers that's perfect for handling the needs of adventurers no matter where their trip takes... MORE
Luxuriously Designed Two-Person Motorhomes
Luxuriously Designed Two-Person Motorhomes
The Airstream Atlas 25RT is Perfect for Couples
The Airstream Atlas 25RT motorhome has been debuted as a luxurious yet adventure-ready transportation option that doesn't skimp on performance or amenities. The motorhome measures in at 25-feet in... MORE
Extended Range Battery Smartphones
Extended Range Battery Smartphones
The vivo Y51 Pro 5G Comes in Two Colors with an IP69 Rating
The vivo Y51 Pro 5G smartphone has been launched in India as the brand's latest addition to its Y-series lineup that's engineered with performance, power and efficiency in mind to work well for... MORE
Tropical Exclusive Retailer Sodas
Tropical Exclusive Retailer Sodas
Mountain Dew Dragon Fruit is Only Arriving at Walmart
The arrival of the warm weather months is seeing many brands respond with special edition products to help leverage consumer excitement, which is what's at work with the new Mountain Dew Dragon... MORE
Off-Road-Ready Camping Trailers
Off-Road-Ready Camping Trailers
The Scamp X is Ready for Demanding Conditions
The Scamp X camping trailer has been designed by the brand as an ultra-durable model that's engineered with off-road adventures to help explorers not feel limited. The trailer measures in at... MORE
Hyper-Efficient Tiny Homes
Hyper-Efficient Tiny Homes
The Dragon Tiny Homes Genesis Measures in at 16-Feet in Length
The Dragon Tiny Homes Genesis has been debuted as a hyper-efficient take on the humble tiny home moniker to help reposition perceptions of what's possible in small living spaces on wheels. The... MORE
Spiced Creamy Soda Flavors
Spiced Creamy Soda Flavors
Dr Pepper Cream Swirl Offers a Creamy, Silky Take on a Classic
Dr Pepper Cream Swirl is the brand's latest flavor of its signature spiced soda that's crafted with an array of taste profiles in the mix to work well for satisfying new and existing fans... MORE
Gifting-Ready Cafe Merch Lines
Gifting-Ready Cafe Merch Lines
Starbucks Holiday Merchandise for 2025 Has New and Returning Faves
The Starbucks Holiday merchandise has been launched into locations for 2025 to encourage consumers to pick up something for that special coffee lover in their life or even treat themselves. The... MORE
Advanced AI-Integrated Eyewear
Advanced AI-Integrated Eyewear
MemoMind Smart Glasses Show Off Two Models at CES 2026
The MemoMind smart glasses have been announced at CES 2026 by XGIMI as a series of advanced wearables that will help users to enjoy a productive experience in a handsfree manner. The smart glasses... MORE
3D Sound Entertainment Speakers
3D Sound Entertainment Speakers
The Yamaha True X Surround 90A Soundbar Achieves Cinematic Sound
The Yamaha True X Surround 90A soundbar has been announced by the audio brand as its latest high-end audio solution for the living room that's engineered with the future of entertainment in... MORE