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Messe Frankfurt initiates change of Consumer Goods Fairs

The consumer goods industry is facing fundamental challenges, both globally and nationally. In order to actively shape this process of change, which has been further accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Julia Uherek and Philipp Ferger... more »

Faire launches in the U.K.

Faire, an online wholesale marketplace valued at $2.5 billion, announced its expansion into Europe, bringing its global network of curated brands and powerful business tools to independent retailers across the United Kingdom. The platform will... more »

Gift for Life supports COVID food relief efforts

Gift for Life is partnering with Home Textiles Today (HTT) magazine to launch a new text-to-donate and web campaign as part of Home Textiles Market Week, a virtual New York Home Fashions Market, Mar. 22-25, 2021... more »

April Las Vegas Market showcases 200+ temporary exhibits

Las Vegas Market announced that its temporary exhibits will return with a showcase 200+ new and established gift and home décor resources in the brand-new Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas (WMCLV) for the... more »

Gift Shop Road Trip: Heritage House of Crystal River, Florida

Gift Shop is on the road again, this time visiting Crystal River, Florida on the gulf coast of the sunshine state. Famous for beautiful spring-fed rivers and the manatee population, this cozy tourist town has... more »

Las Vegas Market offers two FIRST LOOK trends programs

Las Vegas Market announced that its proprietary FIRST LOOK trends program will present four design and color themes –  Color Class, Pattern Primer, Remote Control and Summertime – during two image-rich, 45-minute webinars, Mar. 24-31.... more »

Retailers express concern over OSHA emergency regulation

The National Retail Federation (NRF) expressed concern about a possible Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) emergency temporary standard regarding COVID-19. NRF urged OSHA to continue to issue industry-specific guidance concerning COVID-19. “Over the past... more »

Share Your Story: Papillon Press

A father/daughter printmaking, stationery and design business places a priority on making the world a better place. With so many retailers facing similar challenges right now, we encourage you to Share Your Story so we may share... more »