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Retail sales grow in March 2024
Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today shows retail sales continued to increase in March as tax refunds and job growth put more money in shoppers’ pockets, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist of the National Retail Federation (NRF). “March’s Census Bureau numbers confirm that consum... READ MORE »
Registration opens for Summer 2024 Las Vegas Market
With a dynamic showcase of more than 3,500 resources across furniture, home décor and gift categories and programming designed to connect, Las Vegas Market is set to host the West Coast buying event this summer. Registration is officially open for the July 28-Aug. 1 market at World Market Center... READ MORE »
GCA names 35th Annual Louie Award winners
The Greeting Card Association (GCA) celebrated excellence in greeting cards at its 35th Annual Louie Awards Ceremony. [caption id="attachment_28242" align="alignright" width="388"] Artist of the Year: Homework Letterpress Studio.[/caption] The event took place at The Cowell Theater on the camp... READ MORE »
NRF: Economy remains ‘sturdy’ despite forecast for slower growth
Despite expectations for slower growth of both gross domestic product and retail sales, the economy should continue to do well the remainder of this year, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist for the National Retail Federation (NRF). “No one can accurately forecast what surprises the next year ... READ MORE »
Gift For Life responds to killing of World Central Kitchen workers
Gift for Life issued a statement in response to Monday’s news that seven World Central Kitchen (WCK) workers were killed during hunger relief operations in Gaza. “We were shocked and saddened by yesterday’s news that seven World Central Kitchen relief workers were killed by Israeli airstrik... READ MORE »
Gift for Life, NY NOW partner for 2024 AIDS Walk New York
Gift for Life and NY NOW are once again fielding a team for AIDS Walk New York, the largest single-day AIDS fundraising event in the world, on Sunday, May 19, in New York’s Central Park. NY NOW has pledged to match the first $5,000 in donations raised by the team for the 2024 edition, with all ... READ MORE »
Fred Marione named chief revenue officer at Crane Stationery
Crane Stationery, a provider of luxury stationery products, promoted Fred Marione to the position of chief revenue officer. According to Crane, Marione brings with him a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in various leadership roles. Prior to his promotion, Marione served a... READ MORE »
ANDMORE names vice president of business development
Joy Valle will lead new business for ANDMORE in a newly created role: vice president of business development. [caption id="attachment_89146" align="alignright" width="304"] Joy Valle[/caption] In this role, Valle will report to and work closely with ANDMORE executive vice president and chief g... READ MORE »
Indie & Main ceases operations
Indie & Main, an online wholesale marketplace by OneCoast, has officially closed. The company announced its closure through a social media post on March 15. "Our team is so thankful for every one of our retail friends, and we encourage you to continue to support our wonderful vendor partne... READ MORE »
Retail sales to reach at least $5.23 trillion in 2024
The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasts that 2024 retail sales will increase between 2.5% and 3.5% to between $5.23 trillion and $5.28 trillion. The announcement was made during NRF’s fourth annual State of Retail & the Consumer virtual discussion on the health of American consumers ... READ MORE »
