July 29, 2010
San Francisco, CA San Francisco International Gift Fair
July 31, 2010
San Francisco, CA New Orleans Gift & Jewelry Show
July 31, 2010
New Orleans, LA Las Vegas Market
August 02, 2010
Las Vegas, NV Vegas Kids
August 02, 2010
Las Vegas, NV Gift + Home at Las Vegas Market
August 02, 2010
Las Vegas, NV Golden Triangle Show
August 07, 2010
Greensboro, NC Pittsburgh Gift Show
August 07, 2010
Pittsburgh, PA Minneapolis Gift & Accessory Show
August 07, 2010
Minneapolis, MN ASD Las Vegas
August 08, 2010
Las Vegas: Las Vegas Convention Center
GSM 2009, Winter
Resort Retail: Room to Grow
When tourists hit the slopes or the beach, resort gifts shops ride high in sales. In an age of "staycations," find out which products continue to do well in resort retail.
Greening Home Accents
Old books morph into bookshelves. Vinyl record albums to bowls. Coconut fibers to planters. The range of home accents made from recycled elements is vast and appealing. Which ones should you stock in your store? Read on to find out.
The Dawn of New Age
The New Age market demands attention, especially in tough times. New Age products offer the promise of hope and well being for your customers. See how gift shops such as yours are the perfect place to find them.
Profit From Private Label
Brand recognition. Unconventional advertising. The many advantages of private label products can make your store look good. Read more to find out how.
Best Sellers in... Honolulu, Hawaii
Warm trade winds, the soft scent of plumeria after the morning rain, and lulling waves crashing against pristine white sand beaches—these are the typical images that come to mind when one thinks of Honolulu. But the diverse Hawaiian capital has more to offer than lush, natural surroundings and lazy days at the seaside; it is also a burgeoning metropolitan city that can provide all the best that the mainland has to offer, with a little local flavor mixed in. Honolulu is a resort town and one of the most popular vacation spots on the planet and with that comes its fair share of mass-produced tourist souvenir shops. But this urban piece of paradise is not all pineapple quilts and cheap ukuleles. Here, savvy, independent gift shop owners provide a mix of chic upscale luxury items with a dose of kama'aina (native) spirit.
Seasonal Stores, Year-Round Sales
If seasonal tourist tides dictate traffic, what do gift shops do to profit all year round? We visit with two stores to find out.
A Season to Sell
Sure, you get to take it relatively easy for some time during the year. But imagine concentrating your business cycle into a shorter, more intense period every year. Stores that depend on tides and tourists do just that. Find out how they profit and thrive.
What are some successful strategies for pricing inventory?
What are some successful strategies for pricing inventory? When do you need to markdown and by how much?
Survival Skills
Yes, the retail environment is difficult. But you can maintain—or even increase—your bottom line in 2009. We asked three retail-marketing experts some questions you have probably been asking for a while now. Read on for some reassuring advice.
Conquering the Credit Crunch
Are tight economic markets leaving you squeezed? Find out how you can gain access to the credit you need, to pay your bills and grow your business.
The Price is Right! Or is it?
You set prices for the merchandise you stock, customer sales ring the cash register and your store rakes in the profits. In essence, price drives profit. Sounds simple enough. But is it? Check out our basic pricing primer to find out.
Dealing with Downtime in Your Business
Like most retailers, the holiday rush has now died down and you are looking to take stock and regroup for the new year. Here are some tips for taking control of your downtime while creating business for '09.
Our picks for the hottest trends this quarter.
The hottest finds for winter 2009.Bath and Body Showcase
The hottest products for the bath and body section of your gift shop!
Wall Art Showcase
We've found some fabulous new wall art for you to add to your store's offerings.
Signs Showcase
People love signs. Check out our top picks for the hottest signs to stock.
Display Inspirations for Winter 2009
You have a set of merchandise that you want to showcase beautifully. How do you go about creating an eye-catching display in a few easy steps? Here's how. Visual merchandiser Donna Kent worked with nautical-themed merchandise at the gift shop at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts.
Displays with Heart
Get your customers in the mood for buying. Here are some Valentine's Day display ideas they will simply love.
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