SBA kicks off National Veterans Small Business Week 2019

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will celebrate the accomplishments of veteran, service member, and military spouse small business owners nationwide during National Veterans Small Business Week, Nov. 4-8. “This week is dedicated to celebrating... more »

Clarion Events shares announces Spotlight Award recipients

Clarion Events, formerly Urban Expositions, announced the recipients of the new Spotlight Awards program recognizing the souvenir/resort industry’s companies, organizations and individuals who truly stand out in three categories – leadership, career achievements and best... more »

Kitchen + Tabletop Lookbook

The Kitchen + Tabletop Lookbook offers retailers a resource for merchandise in a variety of gift categories, from accessories and barware to kitchenware and serveware to linens and décor. Click here for free product information.... more »

Better Choice Company signs agreement to acquire Halo

Better Choice Company, Inc., an animal health and wellness CBD company, shared it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire holistic pet foods leader Halo, Purely for Pets. “Halo is a well-established, premium brand and falls... more »

Gmund Award 2019 winners selected

The sixth annual conferral of the Gmund Award took place on Oct. 23, 2019 at Gmund Paper’s headquarters. In front of an audience of 400 guests, each winner came on stage to accept the award... more »

Greeting Card Association names George White as its new president

The membership of the Greeting Card Association (GCA) elected longtime volunteer George White, president and COO of Up with Paper, as its 53rd president during their recent Workshop and Retreat in Naples, Florida. George succeeds Christy... more »

Catching up with Michelle Trincia Askin, 40 Under 40 Class of 2018

Michelle Trincia Askin co-founded bloom daily planners with Kaylyn Beaston in 2010. Both Askin and Beaston have loved planners for their entire lives and understand planners are more than just a way to organize, it... more »

Rubie’s Costume Company discusses this year’s hottest Halloween costumes

On Oct. 30, 2019, Howard Beige, executive vice president with Rubie's Costume Company discussed this year's hottest Halloween costumes on Mornings with Maria on Fox Business. Beige pointed out the number one costume for children... more »

Top tips for getting the most out of January Market at AmericasMart

{Sponsored} AmericasMart Atlanta offers an enormous selection of merchandise for every type of gift shop, and the sheer volume of product might seem overwhelming. We sat down with some veteran buyers to find out what they’d... more »

Las Vegas Market & The International Surface Event offers expanded opportunities

Benefiting the retail and design community, Las Vegas Market and The International Surface Event have partnered for the upcoming markets in January 2020. The collaborative effort provides buyers with free and continuous shuttle service between... more »