specialty retailers

Kitchen Accessories + Barware

The items showcased here in the kitchen accessories and barware category offer retailers a variety of gift ideas to offer in stores. Click here for free product information. Bless This Kitchen Cutting Board Wall Hanger... more »

Gen Z members are retail influencers and spenders

Members of Generation Z influence a significant amount of household purchases and enjoy spending their own money, according to the latest issue of the Consumer View report released by the National Retail Federation (NRF). “We’re seeing a... more »

A Traveler’s Perspective

Travelers are an important part of retail sales in Alaska and other tourist destinations, and a shopper’s perspective may provide valuable information to retailers. Susan McHuron, an avid traveler and shopper who recently traveled to... more »

Once in a Blue Moose

Alaska, known as “The Last Frontier,” is a location that attracts visitors for many reasons —  its vivid beauty, fishing, dog sledding, gold, and, of course, glaciers. The 49th state offers something for everyone.  Although... more »

Editor’s Letter Fall 2019

Research shows that travel is good for our mental and physical wellbeing. Exploring new places keeps our minds fresh and activates the senses, not to mention the valuable lessons you learn along the way to... more »

Smoky Mountain Gift Show, ZAG’s Zootique Buying Tour spotlights animal-themed gifts

The Zoo and Aquarium Buyers Group (ZAG) and the Smoky Mountain Gift Show are teaming up to host the new Zootique Buying Tour on Friday, November 8 at 11 a.m. during the 2019 show at... more »

The Dunn family sells P Graham Dunn to its employees

The Dunn Family, long-time owners of P Graham Dunn, Inc, shares it has sold P Graham Dunn to its employees in the form of an employee stock ownership program (ESOP). All 300 employees will be... more »

Retailers respond to tariff delay ahead of holiday season

The National Retail Federation (NRF) issued a statement from its senior vice president for government relations,David French, after the Trump administration announced it would delay new tariffs on certain consumer products until December 15. Tariffs... more »