Ames Dogs Woof Down at Treats on a Leash

Ames, IA - Barb and Michael Morris’ basset hound Bell had a strong personality and very expressive eyes.Barb had an idea to open a pet specialty store called Bell’s Boutique. But in September, at 10... more »

Nancys Fancys Ceramics

Magnolia, TX - In a bright yellow building near FM 1774 in Magnolia, Nancys Fancys Ceramics serves as a getaway for customers of all ages looking to reminisce with friends while creating lasting memories through... more »

Lladró, the Spanish Porcelain Brand, Expands its Points of Sale With a New Store in Virgin Islands

Lladró brings its magic to the Virgin Islands. The Spanish artistic porcelain company, one of the most renowned and prestigious international brands, has chosen the beautiful island of Saint Thomas for this Caribbean expansion. Located... more »

Third Annual Las Vegas Market CEO Summit Draws Top Industry Leaders

A highly successful Winter 2015 Las Vegas Market recently concluded, delivering record-breaking numbers for attendance and exhibitors, as well as an impressive roster of exclusive programming, highlighted by the third annual CEO Summit. Drawing a... more »

Consumer-Goods Shows in Frankfurt Close Their Doors With an Increase in Visitor Numbers and a Good Propensity to Order

The trade placed lots of orders and thus ensured a positive result at the Christmasworld, Paperworld and Creativeworld trade shows in Frankfurt. In addition to the outstanding propensity to order, the 2,855 exhibitors (2014*: 2,883)... more »

How Mom-and-Pop Businesses Can Thrive in the 21st Century

Rick Gydesen is 73. He intends to die in the saddle.Gydesen says he will continue to run his coffee shop, body and soul, until he is unable to do so. Rick's Place Coffee Shop absorbs... more »

Artful Shopper: Refinery in Estero

Estero, FL - Talking shop with Rachel Basora, co-owner with Andrew Krylouk of Refinery, in Estero.When did Refinery open?We opened on Nov. 15 at Coconut Point on Fashion Drive near West Elm.What do you sell?Refinery... more »

Successful Start to 2015 in Dallas: Heavy Order Writing, Optimism & Inspiration

Dallas Market Center inspired the art of commerce at its recent Total Home & Gift Market and Dallas International Lighting Market, as it welcomed an increased number of buyers from multiple regions, unveiled thousands of... more »

Red Rooster Expands Beach Stamps Toys with Indoor Sand Stamps

Red Rooster Toy Company, LLC broadens the playing field of its award-winning and patent-pending Beach STAMPS - originally created for outdoor play at beaches and sand boxes - with the launch of four new indoor... more »

A Little Bit of Everything

Avon Park, FL - When you enter The Daisy Girl Shop in downtown Avon Park, owner Dennis Mungall greets you, inquiring how you’d like your coffee. “I also have tea and hot chocolate,” he continues,... more »