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DMC calls for entries for Gourmet Gold Specialty Food Awards
Entries are now being accepted for the Dallas Gourmet Gold Specialty Food Awards, to be held at Dallas Market Center during the Total Home & Gift Market, June 23-29. The Gourmet Gold Specialty Food Awards... more »
Retailers file lawsuit to lower swipe fees
Retailers filed a lawsuit seeking to have the Federal Reserve lower its 10-year-old cap on “swipe” fees banks charge to process debit card transactions, saying the agency wrongly applied federal law and that merchants have... more »
NY NOW offers exclusive opportunity to GCA members
NY NOW announced the latest initiative in its ongoing partnership with the Greeting Card Association (GCA) ahead of the upcoming NY NOW Summer Market, Aug. 8-11, 2021 at the Javits Center in New York City. GCA... more »
Consumer optimism prompts retail surge
According to just-released data from consumer intelligence firm Resonate, a provider of A.I.-driven consumer data and analytics, consumer optimism is on a tremendous upswing among Americans, and today’s retail and travel brands are poised to reap... more »
DMC experiences record number of new buyer applications
Dallas Market Center (DMC), a lifestyle marketplace in North America, has announced that the number of new buyer applications for the first four months of 2021 is up 50% versus 2019. Retail buyers and interior... more »
National Candle Association shares seven candle ideas
The National Candle Association (NCA) shares seven candle ideas that are ideal for Mother's and Father's Day. Ideas Bring the Day Spa Home Since going to a spa may not be possible this year, bring... more »
Owner of Patent Press Greeting Cards gives business away to help others
Bob Hickey, owner and founder of Patent Press Greeting Cards, is giving away his business to help people at Lifetime Assistance — an organization that offers a “full spectrum of services to empower individuals with... more »
IMC’s June Market Insights explores the return of in-person retail
With COVID restrictions easing and business returning to more normal operations, International Market Centers’ (IMC) June 2021 Market Insights webinar will explore the ways that retailers are preparing for consumers’ return to their stores. The... more »
*NOTED: The Greeting Card Expo showcases greeting card makers
The Greeting Card Association (GCA), is excited to welcome retailers, sales reps, and buyers to its upcoming virtual event, *Noted: The Greeting Card Expo, May 20-21, 2021. Registration is free for attendees and includes access to... more »
DMC releases updated health & safety policies for June markets
Dallas Market Center (DMC), following more than 10 months of successful trade events, has announced updated health and safety policies and guidelines for June markets including Apparel & Accessories Market, Total Home & Gift Market,... more »
