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David Can Beat Goliath
Independent retailers can take heart and fine-tune their strategies for winning in the post-recession marketplace. At CRAFT: The Summit, four all-star business speakers will present innovative solutions for retail success. The one-day conference, New Thinking... more »
National Stationery Show Transitions NSS365 To Signature 365
NSS365, the online product directory of the National Stationery Show® (NSS), has transitioned to signature mix 365 to reflect the show’s evolution into a comprehensive lifestyle springtime market. Signature mix 365, formerly NSS365, the website... more »
Christmasworld, Paperworld and Creativeworld 2014: The Perfect Platform for New Ideas Destined to Catch On
Today, retailers wanting to sell their goods must surprise, inspire and persuade their customers and thus create sustainable links to them. For the traditional specialist retailers with products from the fields of festive decorations, paper,... more »
Creativeworld Continues to Grow: The Entire International Hobby, Handicrafts and Artists’ Requisites Sector Represented in Frankfurt
The trend towards arts & crafts and the desire for greater individuality continues. The result is a growing range of products for creative handicrafts. For Creativeworld, this means more exhibition space because more manufacturers want... more »
Sherman Says: Small Business Saturday Should Be a Weekly Routine for Local Shoppers
Buffalo, NY - The retail marketplace has evolved a great deal in the last decade, with more and more consumers opting to place orders online or direct all of their dollars to “big box” stores,... more »
Apple Valley Gifts Marks 30 Years in La Crescent
La Crescent, MN - It has been 30 years since Ellen and Jim Mades opened what today is Apple Valley Gifts, now at 329 Main St. in downtown La Crescent.They opened Apple Valley Antiques and... more »
Lula Bells Recognized as Business of the Month
Jerseyville, IL - Lula Bells has been recognized as the Jersey County Business Association Business of the Month for October.November proves to be just as exciting for the gift shop, as well. On Nov. 7,... more »
American Made
Lakewood, NY - In a mass market economy, finding unique, affordable items can be difficult. As can finding unique American-made items. On Tuesday at 11 a.m. though, Shabi in Lakewood will be opening its doors... more »
Women Power: Padanaram Village Shops Thriving With Women at The Helm
Dartmouth, MA - Chances are you haven't encountered a store named Refried Tees.Founder and chief upcycling officer Lisa Litos said she thought it would be a quirky label for what she has been doing a... more »
How to Thrive On and Beyond Small Business Saturday
In between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting local small businesses. The movement has inspired thousands of Americans to shop locally and it’s making a big impact.... more »
Eye For the Eclectic: Melangerie Offers Unique Gifts
Palm Beach, FL - If you enjoy humorous and risqué sayings, Sherry Frankel’s Melangerie will bring a smile to your face. The eclectic gift shop in Worth Avenue’s Via Amore has something for everyone, from... more »
Start Shopping Local Now, Ahead of the Holiday Rush
Elizabeth City, NC - Now that Halloween has passed, we look forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas — coming quickly within the next few weeks. Christmas trees are already on display as merchants work to get... more »
