The Basketry announces launch of philanthropic mission to donate to the homeless of New Orleans

The Basketry announced today the launch of their new philanthropic mission, Big Easy, Big Heart. For every “Big Easy, Big Heart” gift box purchased, the company will donate a gift box filled with necessities to... more »

Dads head out to the ballgame as Father’s Day spending reaches record high

Americans are expected to spend more than ever on gifts for Father’s Day this year with the biggest share going to special outings like a ballgame, concert or dinner, according to the National Retail Federation’s... more »

NY NOW announces Summer 2017 seminar program

NY NOW, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift, announced its seminar lineup for the summer 2017 market which will feature approximately 25 sessions covering a variety of topics from retail tips and tricks, to design... more »

International Paper launches HP Office ‘Pink Ream’ in support of breast cancer research, awareness

International Paper, a global leader in fibre-based packaging, pulp, and paper, has announced that it is collaborating with the Komen European Network (partner of Susan G Komen organisation), to launch a specially created HP Office... more »

Retail jobs dip in May, but total earnings stay steady

Retail industry employment decreased by 8,500 jobs in May from April, the National Retail Federation reported June 2, while average hourly earnings were up 2.5 percent on a year-over-year basis, in line with growth in... more »

Cheers!

In the realm of gourmet, we see some amazing items. But one focus we often discount is the world of the craft cocktail. But why is it so often overlooked? The cocktail has so abundantly... more »

Sweet Shop USA is 2017 sofi Gold winner

  Sweet Shop USA’s Goji Berry Coconut Crunch Bar has won the Specialty Food Association’s 2017 sofi Gold Award in the Chocolate Milk & White Category. A sofi award is the ultimate honor in the $127... more »

Gift For Life/National Stationery Show team raises money for AIDS Walk New York

Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home décor industries' leading charitable organization, announced today that the Gift For Life/National Stationery Show team raised more than $28,000 for men, women, and families who are living... more »

Las Vegas Market to host Gift for Life fundraiser

Las Vegas Market announced today that it will host its 7th annual “Up on the Roof” fundraiser benefiting Gift For Life, the sole national charitable organization for the gift, stationery and home décor industries, on Monday,... more »

Manager’s Corner: Yvonne Pedigo, Buckhorn Saloon & Museum

Yvonne Pedigo Buckhorn Saloon & Museum San Antonio Yvonne Pedigo’s past retail stints at the Disney Store and Universal Orlando prepped her well to handle her own store. However, it was a contact from her... more »