Shop Talk : A Visit to the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital Gift Store

Martha's Vineyard, MA - How would you love to have a place to shop for gifts that are either made on the Island, inspired by the Island, or made by a self-sustaining community, all at... more »

Cash Mobs Sweep the Business Market

Cleveland, OH - Move over "flash mobs" -- there's a new kid in town. "Cash mobs" are the latest rage in Cleveland -- and small business owners love it.A group of people on a Cleveland,... more »

North Bend Woman Opens Floral and Design Business

North Bend, NE - First and foremost, Lynda Cerny is a florist. Like typical businesses in small towns, though, Floral Creations N' D'Signs at 130 W. Seventh St. in North Bend, wears many hats. "When... more »

Design Design Inc. Introduces the Latest in Happy Hour Accessories

Forget what's showing up on runways this season, the latest couture is in happy hour. The West Michigan based personal expression company launched Party CoutureTM in 2012 to add even more flair to their wildly... more »

JC Toys Group, Inc. Partners with the Toy Industry Foundation After Toy Fair

At the close of The 2012 International Toy Fair, JC Toys donated dolls in excess of $1000 to benefit the Toy Industry Foundation's partnerships with Ronald McDonald House Charities, the My Stuff Bags Foundation and... more »

Love Your Layout!

When you have unique gifts beautifully merchandised, you want customers to be able to access them readily. This case study shows what happens when customers can't—and how to fix the problem. The management of Color... more »

Trending Up Spring 2012

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Trends: Today & Tomorrow

Fine WineIn keeping with the home entertaining trend, your customer is becoming an oenophile—a wine connoisseur. Look for gourmet housewares like wine aerators and decanters to make a big splash in the immediate future. Resources:... more »

Toy Shop Offers Quaint Alternative

Fairhaven, MA - The Village Toy Shop offers a quaint, convenient alternative to the usual big box toy retailers."Both children and adults enjoy coming in here. Shopping for toys should be a fun experience, no... more »

Olive Oil Business Branches Out in Gustine

Gustine, CA - The Olive Branch is open for business in downtown Gustine, selling a variety of flavored olive oils under the label DeCastro Family Olive Oil.Owners Dennis and Angela Castro opened the doors of... more »