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NRF, Homeland Security, ICSC Create Emergency Response Guide for Retailers
(WASHINGTON) – As a part of its efforts to educate and protect retail customers, merchandise and employees, the National Retail Federation's loss prevention team partnered with the International Council of Shopping Centers and the U.S.... more »
Mt. Olive gift shop allows disabled to show abilities
Mount Olive, NJ -- Finding a job can be difficult for anyone, but for Meghan Price, it seemed an impossible feat.The Succasunna resident has Down syndrome, and despite her business ethic, willingness to learn and... more »
Winona businesses gear up for holiday season
Winona, MN — Tractors, board games, dolls and more stocked the shelves of Fleet Farm's "Toyland," which opened Saturday morning in preparation for the holiday shopping season.While it might be early to be thinking of... more »
A spooky retail season
The Costume Closet, a Kapahulu-based costume rental and sales store, achieved record sales last year. "It was our best year ever," said owner Yvette LaFontaine, who opened her year-round small business in 1991. "I even... more »
Bonita Commons boutique offers gifts that range from $5 to $5,000
Glitter & Gifts, one of only a handful of stores in Bonita Commons, will open its doors Oct. 27.Owned by George and Carol Litras and George and Michele Cudnik, the gift shop isn't quite like... more »
Jellybean introduces new artist Laura Elgey
(ALPHARETTA, Ga.) -- Jellybean is pleased to announce the introduction to the line of artist, Laura Elgey. In January 2009, Jellybean will offer four new designs by the whimsical artist. Laura's style is perfect for... more »
Jellybean introduces new artist Sally Stetson
(ALPHARETTA, Ga.) -- Jellybean is pleased to announce the introduction to the line of artist, Sally Stetson. In 2009, Jellybean will offer 12 new designs by the talented New England based artist. Sally's style is... more »
Jellybean introduces veteran pet product designer Paper Russells
(ALPHARETTA, Ga.) -- Jellybean announces the introduction a complete line of accent rugs specifically designed to market to Pet Stores and related retailers. With this new market in mind, Jellybean has signed a contract with... more »
Jellybean introduces designs for embroiderers in 2009
(ALPHARETTA, Ga.) -- Jellybean is pleased to announce the introduction of 10 designs which have been artfully created for the Embroidery retailer. The Jellybean rug has been discovered by Embroidered product retailers across the country... more »
CIB announces Third Annual Collectors’ Choice Awards
(Grundy Center, IA) -- The Collectors' Information Bureau (CIB), a trade association comprised of top manufacturers in the field of collectibles and giftware, announces its third annual Collectors' Choice Awards. Qualifying manufacturers are invited to... more »
Explore New Markets: Home/Gift and Area Rug together
(ATLANTA, Ga.) -- Beginning January 2009, the Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market and the Atlanta International Area Rug Market featuring the National Oriental Rug Show come together under one roof... at one time...... more »
Deb & Co. Gives Two Paws Up For Pets This Holiday Season
(BUENA VISTA, Va.) -- Many memorialize the Christmas holidays annually by purchasing a keepsake ornament, like baby's first Christmas or a couple's first Christmas together, and now it's time to share that tradition with our... more »

