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May 27, 2021
HAPPYBOND collaborates with Vintage Threads L.A.

Pet families today love to bring their dogs just about everywhere, from vacations to restaurants, to stores and to parks. Canine wellness brand, HAPPYBOND, is stepping into the pet fashion world so that owners and... more »

May 25, 2021
Dallas Market Center updates mask policies

Dallas Market Center, following eleven months of safe and successful trade events, has announced updated health and safety policies and recommendations for June markets including Apparel & Accessories Market, Total Home & Gift Market, Lightovation,... more »

May 25, 2021
GCA shares LOUIE Awards finalists

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) has announced the LOUIE Award finalists were announced during *Noted: The Greeting Card Expo. The Greeting Card Associaion (GCA) will reveal the winners on July 8, 2021, from 6:00 p.m.... more »

May 25, 2021
P. Graham Dunn releases founder’s memoir

P. Graham Dunn, leading home décor manufacturer, recently released the memoir titled, Unlikely Entrepreneur: From China to Amish Country, written by the company’s founder, Peter Graham Dunn. Dunn hopes to encourage and inspire readers with... more »

May 24, 2021
DMC partners with online wholesale marketplace Tundra

Dallas Market Center (DMC) announced an official partnership with online wholesale marketplace Tundra. The partnership will include exclusive offers for Dallas Market Center retailers and brands. Tundra will also participate in the upcoming Total Home... more »

May 24, 2021
Report indicates global gifts market will grow

The global gifts retailing market size is poised to grow by USD 6.45 billion during 2020-2024, progressing at a CAGR of almost 2% throughout the forecast period, according to the latest report by Technavio. The... more »

May 21, 2021
Design Imports announces rebranding of Tickled Pink to Hadley Wren

Tickled Pink, part of the Design Imports family, announced that they will be changing their name to Hadley Wren. The name and visual identity of the brand will change reflecting a dedication to consumer trends... more »

May 20, 2021
Noted @ *Noted announces winners of the Product Awards Competition

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) announced the winners of its second annual Noted@*Noted Products Awards Competition. The awards ceremony marked the kickoff of the industry’s annual greeting card focused event, *Noted: The Greeting Card Expo,... more »

May 20, 2021
Retailers seek guidance from state and local leaders on mask orders

Retailers are asking state governors and mayors to thoughtfully consider the practicality of state and local orders that track The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance announced last Thursday giving fully vaccinated individuals... more »

May 20, 2021
Atlanta Market Temps feature more brands, partnerships this summer

Growing comfort in attending in-person buying and selling events plus investment from key industry organizations working to get their members back to business is driving expansion of the Atlanta Market temporary collection with nearly 1,000... more »

May 19, 2021
DEMDACO releases customized product line

DEMDACO announced the launch of its Make It Yours collection. These 1500 new products can be personalized for retail stores based on the theme retailers choose and the art that fits the store's region. Stemming... more »

May 18, 2021
Nextrade offers dropshipping options for retailers

The Corona pandemic is greatly changing the landscape of retail. More and more consumers are ordering product online, and customer demands are also increasing. On Nextrade, dropshipping offers retailers an optimal service: The brands take... more »