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Shoppers’ expectations shift since the start of the pandemic

According to Appnovation’s latest consumer research, Digital Innovation for the Experience Economy: Retail, over 70% of North American consumers agree that digital technologies have made their shopping experiences more convenient, but only 1 in 5 rate... more »

GCA releases speaker and theme information for Virtual Workshop & Retreat

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) has planned timely, relevant and educational sessions designed for greeting card makers during its two-day Virtual Workshop & Retreat to be held Sep. 9-10, 2021. While the greeting card category is experiencing... more »

OneCoast introduces a newly redesigned website

OneCoast, an omnichannel wholesale sales and marketing company, is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website at www.OneCoast.com, an industry marketplace originally launched in 2005. “The new OneCoast.com focuses on giving our... more »

Atlanta Apparel wraps up co-located markets

Atlanta Apparel’s first-ever combination of its Atlanta Apparel market, World of Prom & Social Occasion and VOW | New World of Bridal markets, which ran collectively Aug. 2-7, inspired buyers preparing for a busy season ahead as recovery continues and created opportunity for new business... more »

Dallas Men’s Show experiences a 200% increase in attendance

The summer 2021 Dallas Men’s Show, held at Dallas Market Center, was the largest in the show’s history and included more than 700 brands showcased to buyers from 40 states. The recent show, held July... more »

NY NOW shares the winners of summer 2021 awards

NY NOW announced the winners of the Summer 2021 NY NOW Awards. Winners and finalists for the Summer 2021 edition of the NY NOW Awards were announced at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New... more »

Gift + Stationery Week kicks off with 40 Under 40 celebration

An exciting week of free programming is on tap during the first annual Gift + Stationery Week, Aug. 16-19. Through this event, Gift Shop® Plus and Stationery Trends will provide retail professionals the opportunity to... more »

GCA shares details on its 2021 Workshop & Retreat schedule

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) announced that Marcus Bullock, CEO and founder of Flikshop will be the opening keynote speaker at the  2021 Workshop & Retreat, Sep. 9-10, 2021. "Marcus Bullock is an entrepreneur, justice reform advocate, and... more »