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USPS seeks postage rate increases
The USPS has announced proposed postage rate increases in accordance with Postal Regulatory rules. Under these proposed price changes, the First-Class Forever Stamp price would increase from 55 cents to 58 cents effective Aug. 29,... more »
FarmHouse Fresh and Vera Bradley partner to offer products in goodMRKT
Natural skincare company FarmHouse Fresh announces its relationship with Vera Bradley’s new concept store goodMRKT, a curation of socially responsible retailers. Marking an important moment for conscious consumerism, FarmHouse Fresh’s mission is to ethically and... more »
NRF expects consumers to spend big for Father’s Day
U.S. consumers are expected to spend more than $20.1 billion on gifts and other items for Father’s Day this year, a record high, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey conducted by Prosper... more »
Share Your Story: Zaria Cards
This greeting card company offers personalized handmade creations. Many makers and retailers face similar challenges, but can learn from one another. We encourage you to Share Your Story so we may in turn share it with... more »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
