Global Toy Experts and Creativity Inc. Bring Together the Leaders of the World’s Play Industries at the First World Congress of Play

The World Congress of Play, the first conference to gather members of every field of the "play industry," will be making history this fall. Produced by Richard Gottlieb, CEO,Global Toy Experts and Charles Albert, CEO,... more »

Introducing Clyde! Limited Edition Britannia Teddy Bear

The Royal Yacht Britannia, in Edinburgh, is delighted to introduce Clyde, a commemorative limited edition teddy bear handcrafted in Great Britain. Britannia commissioned renowned toy manufacturer Merrythought to create the golden mohair bear in celebration... more »

ShoppingTown Gift Shop Adds More Vendors in Larger Space

Dewitt, NY - The We Are Made in CNY gift store at ShoppingTown Mall keeps getting bigger.Susann Panek opened the shop in a small space next to GNC in November. At the time, she was... more »

In Cape Girardeau Boutiques, Items are Hand-Picked at Markets Coast to Coast

Cape Girardeau, MO - If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, small businesses are the way to go. In downtown Cape Girardeau, you won't find trucks delivering clothing and jewelry en masse. Instead, store... more »

Sweet Dreams Come True at Detroit Chocolat

Sterling Heights, MI - There's no such thing as a bad day in a candy store, according to Casey Petz.He should know. Chocolate runs in his blood: He's a fourth-generation chocolatier (the great-grandson of Ervin... more »

Elmhurst Boutique Offers More Than Fashion

Elmhurst, IL - When Leslie Pozen and Angie Pool met at a St. Patrick's Day party, they instantly knew they'd be friends. But two years after the chance meeting, they're also business partners."We connected immediately,"... more »

Tappingworld of Special Olive Oils

Gloucester, MA - "There are no olive trees in Gloucester," my husband said.I had told him a friend and I were checking out the Newburyport Olive Oil Co., which opened in November as the "sister"... more »

After Sandy, Ink Runs Again

Fairhaven, NJ - After Hurricane Sandy barreled though the East Coast and demolished the former Sea Bright location of Ink, a stylish paper and gift boutique, store owner Shayne Wolfe took matters into her own... more »

Flourish Boutique Defies Market Odds

South Bend, IN - More than 50 percent of new small businesses fail within the first five years of operation, according to the Small Business Association.Some owners run out of cash; others run out of... more »

New Gift Shop Opens, Artisan’s Palate

Temecula, CA - New business owner Pia Maffei has found a way to marry technology with her other love, gourmet food.After 25 years in the high-tech industry, Maffei, 45, opened on Monday, June 10, a... more »