Colorado Springs Family-Owned Business is Ground Zero for Old-Fashioned Candies

Colorado Springs, CO - Meet Alice Spencer-Robinson, chief elf at the Candy Basement at Spencer's Produce, Lawn & Garden Center. With candy cane-striped glasses and a holiday sweater, you can't miss her.But you might wonder... more »

Alpaca Goods Sell at New Boutique in Brighton

Brighton, MI - Don't try to pull the wool over Kathleen Aksten's eyes.She prefers alpaca.Aksten recently opened Triple Diamonds Alpaca Boutique in Brighton. The shop opened its doors last month and specializes in alpaca clothing,... more »

Schedule Announced for 2nd Annual 2014 CEO Summit

International Market Centers (IMC) and Eller Enterprises announced today the expansive schedule of presentations and networking opportunities to be presented at the second annual Las Vegas Market CEO Summit, Wednesday, January 29, and Thursday, January... more »

Sugar B Sales Opens New Pacific Market Center Showroom

Sugar B Sales will now have a permanent presence at Pacific Market Center, the leading wholesale market on the west coast, with their new showroom premiering just in time for the Winter Market in January.... more »

AmericasMart: The Source For Luxury

AmericasMart’s signature HD Home, HIGH DESIGN and LUXE Temporary categories offer buyers curated style and uncompromising luxury across six collections presented at The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® in January 2014.“Today’s luxury consumers... more »

Soy Candle Lovers Beware FDA Ban Could Make Cozy Candlelight A Pricey Luxury

A potential FDA ban on trans-fats in foods might seem like it has nothing to do with our enjoyment of flickering candles. However, in an interview with Steve Russell, an expert in the vegetable wax... more »

A Look At 7 W New York in 2014

7 W New York will remain with three floors of showrooms in the gift, textile, tabletop, and fashion accessories markets.The following showrooms continue to occupy their spaces at 7 W New York, participating in all... more »

OneCoast Launches “Ask Us”

As an answer to a recent retailer research study, OneCoast is announcing the launch of a free consultative program called Ask Us, to help Independent Retailers with any business questions they may have. From merchandising,... more »

Universal Appeal

A global approach to store experienceIn looking at museum retail around the world, there are always interesting comparisons to be made. In some of these comparisons, the ideas or lessons may be as little as... more »

Grand Hand Gallery, Napa Valley Museum Open Gift Shop

Napa Valley, CA - Downtown Napa's The Grand Hand Gallery is partnering with Napa Valley Museum to create a new gift shop at the Yountville museum.Newly opened this month, the Napa Valley Museum Gift Shop... more »