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The career boost! ‘Next’ promotional programme at Ambiente again
Young companies can give their corporate careers a boost as they fight to gain a foothold in the consumer-goods sector – strengthened by new international contacts to the trade and industry – at Ambiente 2011... more »
Hiring part-time workers can have downsides
Hiring a part-time worker can be a money saver for a small business, whether the company is growing or shrinking, but experts warn that the choice comes with possible downsides.An unwary business could wind up... more »
LOUIE Awards Undergo “Makeover”
New York, NY - The Greeting Card Association is pleased to announce the planned changes to the LOUIE AWARDS program undertaken as part of a Strategic Initiative within the association to modernize the awards program... more »
A Stylish Addition, Hidden City Entertainment and Sahliner to Produce Bella Sara™ Apparel
Seattle, WA - Bella Sara magical horses come to life with a new licensing agreement for clothing from licensee, Sahinler. The deal is brokered by Francoise Bouvet of MJA Licensing and offers French fans a... more »
February 2011 – Denver Merchandise Mart
The Denver Merchandise Mart will hold its Gift, Home, Jewelry and Resort Show February 24—March 1 for permanent showrooms and February 26—March 1 for temporary exhibitors. Information about the Denver Show is available at www.denvermart.com.The... more »
21st Annual Starlight Santa Event
Sutton, MA - On Friday evening November 5, 2010 Vaillancourt Folk Art will introduce the lowest numbers of the 2010 "Starlight Santa". Judi Vaillancourt will be in the gallery on Friday and Saturday to number... more »
The New Year Brings New Opportunities for Retailers Shopping the Temporaries at AmericasMart
Atlanta, GA - The newest trends, latest styles and rising stars in the gift, home and apparel/accessories industries set a brisk pace in AmericasMart's Market Temporaries and The January 2011 Atlanta International Gift & Home... more »
Woodstock Chimes® Used in Symphony As Commissioned by the National Kidney Foundation
Shokan, NY - Over the years, Woodstock Chimes®, a leading manufacturer of precision-tuned windchimes, has continued to expand its community-related efforts. In doing so, the company has both donated and created customized chimes for various... more »
Fiesta Launches Limited Edition Piece
Newell, WV - The Homer Laughlin China Company™ is less than a year away from celebrating the 75th Anniversary of its iconic Fiesta® Dinnerware Brand, made in the USA. The manufacturer unveiled a fourth collectible... more »
Fans brave long lines to get their claws on Texas Rangers gear
Texas Rangers fans found empty shelves and long lines as they headed out Saturday morning to buy gear to celebrate the team's first trip to the World Series. Even the Grand Slam Gift Shop at... more »
New Gift Shop Opens In Randolph
Randolph - If you are looking for a classic wooden toy or sewing materials to give as a gift, there is a new shop in Randolph that won't leave you in a pickle.The business is... more »
Big retailers have Halloween, Christmas items out
From past experience, Kristine Zeleznik and her friend Carrie Van Buskirk expected to see Christmas items in most big box stores by the middle of October, but this year, they were surprised.Zeleznik, owner of Stone... more »
