As Retail Reaches Its Tipping Point, Double Down on Service

{Sponsored} If you’re a small business owner, much of the recent news surrounding retail is grim (see: boarded store fronts, ghost town malls, the internet consuming in-person sales). Retail, one of the largest contributors to our... more »

Mermaids, unicorns equal magical fashion at Douglas

DOUGLAS Company’s well-known Sassy Pet Saks and Sak Paks have added even more designs to the line, and this group is magical! Pink Mermaid Sassy Pet Sak is the very popular trending shade of blush pink... more »

Lasting Crowds showcased throughout OFFPRICE Show

The August 2017 OFFPRICE Show was the go-to smart shopping spot for deal-hunting retailers at Las Vegas Fashion Week. With a six percent increase in overall attendance from the August 2016 Show, it was clear... more »

Best New Product Award winners announced at NY NOW summer 2017 market

Winners of the always popular Best New Product Awards were announced today at NY NOW, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift. The Best New Product Awards recognize and celebrate the extraordinary product offerings from exhibitors across the Market,... more »

GHTA announces 2017 conference keynote speaker slate, agenda

The Gift and Home Trade Association [GHTA], the industry’s leading non-profit trade association, has announced its three world-class keynote speakers and an overview of its full agenda for this year’s Gift & Home Bridgeway Collaborative... more »

When it comes to MAP pricing, you snooze you L.O.S.E.

{Sponsored} As a storeowner, you know the ease of online shopping is a double-edged sword. Sure, it’s convenient, but for business owners, the underbelly of counterfeited products, price discrepancies, and showrooming, replace the thrill of finding... more »

Focus On: Home Décor

MOVA Globe’s Starry Night globe is an art aficionado’s perfect décor piece. Powered by nature, this turning globe only needs ambient light to come to life. No batteries or wires needed... more »

Under Stella’s Umbrella

Stella Martin, owner and CEO, highlights top selling items in the Bellemonde and Whispers lines. more »

Maximizing Your Retail Real Estate: 5 Tips to Strengthen Your Store Merchandising

Effectively managing a retail store is no easy task. After all, you have a long list of things to maintain, oversee, accomplish and constantly seek out to ensure your business is strong and healthy. One... more »

Mud Pie appears on Inc. Magazine list for second time

Inc. magazine today named Stone Mountain, Georgia-based Mud Pie to its 36th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies... more »