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Alene Candles expands operations

Alene Candles, a full-service contract and private-label fragrance manufacturers, is expanding its Ohio operations with the addition of more than 50,000 square feet that joins its two existing suites, creating a contiguous 230,000+-square-foot manufacturing facility.... more »

GHTA releases conference details

The Gift and Home Trade Association (GHTA) will host its 2022 conference, Sep. 21-23, 2022. This year's conference will offer pertinent industry information, a keynote address, panelist discussions and more. GHTA released its agenda details... more »

Gift For Life honors Warren Shoulberg with 2022 Industry Achievement Award

Gift for Life honored Warren Shoulberg, long-time industry editor and retail reporter, with its 2022 Industry Achievement Award. Fundraising in connection with the event has surpassed $23,000 for World Central Kitchen’s crisis-related hunger relief. Gift... more »

NRF releases a statement regarding the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act

As the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act enters into force today and key components required by the UFLPA are published, including the UFLPA enforcement strategy and the Entity List, the American Apparel & Footwear Association,... more »

Atlanta Apparel experiences strong attendance this June

Atlanta Apparel’s June market, where buyers and brands can finalize orders for Autumn/Winter 2022 and source immediates, reported solid attendance and order writing, June 8-11 at AmericasMart Atlanta. “Atlanta Apparel is the premier destination for... more »

Howard’s Inc. promotes Lisa Wohlhart to executive vice president

Howard’s Inc., a third-generation manufacturer and distributor of Women’s fashion with an emphasis on jewelry, apparel, and accessories, has announced the promotion of Lisa Wohlhart to executive vice president. In this expanded role, Wohlhart’s primary... more »

A Focus on Emerging Lines and Niche Makers

Fine Lines, a gift, fashion and home décor agency operating in the Western U.S. for over 30 years, has launched a new online showroom division, EGG. With a growing roster of emerging lines, niche makers... more »

GSMA’s first summer Road Show launches June 21 at DMC

The Gift Sales Manager Association (GSMA) will host its first Road Show of the summer show season in Dallas next week. The event will be held on Tuesday, June 21, from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00... more »