Salt + Water Company

Salt + Water Company was founded on a mission to offer products “that people could trust.” Parris Hickman, owner, launched this online business in October. Hickman explained that the business not only is a retailer... more »

The Special Touch

“In this shop, we believe that a life full of character is a life well lived. Our commitment is to add character to your parties, gifts and life!” That is the mission of Love of... more »

PIXIE MOOD

PIXIE MOOD is a company that believes in on-trend style. “We have made it our mission from the beginning to create bags that have yours and the planet’s best interest in mind,” Sawsen Alfaraj, inside... more »

Museum Store Sunday experiences support from local communities

Museum Store Sunday, held Sunday, Nov. 28, experienced support from local communities surrounding cultural institutions around the globe. Susan Tudor, director of retail operations at the Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, and co-chair of... more »

It’s All in the Details

After 10 years of being a children's event planner, Lilly Jimenez realized that she wanted to do something creative with her artistic passion that allowed her more flexibility and time with her family. Creative Heart... more »

NPD Groups shares that U.S. retail sales reach near pre-pandemic levels

Before the month of December began, U.S. sales revenue for discretionary general merchandise in 2021 had already reached 100% of the highest level reached in 2019 and 98% of the 2020 peak. According to The NPD... more »

Las Vegas Market refines gift offerings

Las Vegas Market continues to refine its gift offerings with seven new, expanded and relocated showrooms debuting Jan. 23-27, 2022, at World Market Center Las Vegas. Representing diverse verticals including accessories, décor, handmade, housewares, seasonal... more »

Coral & Blue Paper Co. helps support a mission in Africa 

Coral & Blue Paper Co., a children's stationery company, is on a mission to encourage gratitude, thoughtfulness and creativity by helping continue the tradition of writing Thank You notes.  After forging a relationship with a... more »

The White House History Shop

The White House Historical Association, is a nonprofit organization that was founded in 1961 by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. The mission is “to protect, preserve, and provide public access to the rich history of America’s... more »

GCA names its new president

Greeting Card Association (GCA) has named Amy McAnarney, vice president/general manager at Hallmark Cards, as its new president following the organization’s 2021 Annual Workshop & Retreat. McAnarney previously served as vice president and treasurer of... more »