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Home vs Hunger raises $47,293 for World Central Kitchen in 2024
Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger team surpassed an ambitious fundraising goal for 2024, with a record $47,293 raised for World Central Kitchen’s crisis-related hunger relief programs through its “Party with a Purpose” events held at the Spring and Fall editions of High Point Market. [captio... READ MORE »
Import cargo could see surge ahead of potential port strike, Trump tariffs
Import volumes at the nation’s major container ports could be higher than previously expected for the remainder of this year as retailers face another potential East Coast/Gulf Coast port strike and tariff increases planned by President-elect Donald Trump, according to the Global Port Tracker rep... READ MORE »
Win a 2-night stay at Spring Fair
Spring Fair, the UK’s leading Home, Gift and Fashion retail trade show taking place from Feb. 2-5, 2025, at NEC Birmingham, has launched a competition to win a 2-night stay during the show to celebrate its 75th anniversary. [caption id="attachment_29004" align="alignright" width="300"] Photo co... READ MORE »
Ivystone acquires OneCoast
Ivystone Group has acquired OneCoast as of Oct. 31st, OneCoast announced on Nov. 4. “It has been an honor to have been part of OneCoast for the last 21 years and to have led OneCoast for the last 15 years,” said outgoing OneCoast CEO John Keiser. “I am truly excited about the next chapter f... READ MORE »
OneCoast partners with new brands Motif Mints, Cuddle + Kind
OneCoast partnered with two vendors to complete its 2025 vendor package. Motif Mints and cuddle + kind will be joining OneCoast effective Dec. 2. Both brands bring a unique product niche and new opportunities for OneCoast retailers through product offerings in trending categories. [caption id="... READ MORE »
Peking partners with Ritz Sisters
Peking partners with Ritz Sisters in the Pacific Northwest, starting Dec. 1. Known for their strong reputation in the industry, Ritz Sisters boasts a dedicated team of Sales Representatives across five states. Nikki Creveling, principal at Ritz Sisters, recently received the 2024 Chad Corzine Awa... READ MORE »
Consumers Choose Cardideology’s card chosen for the 35th Annual Louie Consumer’s Choice Award
The Greeting Card Association (GCA) announced that “Sit With You in the Dark”, the winning card in the Friendship/Encouragement – General – Above $5.50 category, published by Cardideology, was named the Consumer’s Choice Award Winner of the 35th Annual Louie Awards. [caption id="attachm... READ MORE »
Just Got 2 Have It! debuts new Atlanta showroom in January 2025
Just Got 2 Have It! announced a significant expansion and relocation within AmericasMart Atlanta. Just Got 2 Have It!’s Gift and Lifestyle divisions will come together on the 17th floor of Building 2 in adjacent spaces, creating a more cohesive and collaborative environment. Just Got 2 Have It! w... READ MORE »
NRF releases 2024 winter holiday consumer spending expectations
The National Retail Federation (NRF) announced that consumer spending on the winter holidays is expected to reach a record $902 per person on average across gifts, food, decorations and other seasonal items, according to NRF’s latest consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. ... READ MORE »
TableTopics celebrates 20 years
TableTopics, the award-winning line of conversation starters, is celebrating 20 years and millions of great conversations. [caption id="attachment_28973" align="alignright" width="300"] TableTopics 20th Anniversary Special Edition[/caption] Founded in 2004, TableTopics conversation starters ar... READ MORE »
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