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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 »

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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 »

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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 20th Anniversary Special Edition

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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Mud Pie promotes Adam Shapiro to CFO

Mud Pie promoted Adam Shapiro to chief financial officer (CFO). [caption id="attachment_28968" align="alignright" width="300"] Adam Shapiro[/caption] Shapiro, who has served as Mud Pie’s executive vice president of finance since the summer of 2023, brings more than 14 years of financial lead... READ MORE »

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NRF: Steady sales growth expected for 2024 holiday season

The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasted that 2024 holiday spending is expected to grow between 2.5% and 3.5% over 2023. That equates to between $979.5 billion and $989 billion in total holiday spending in November and December, compared with $955.6 billion during the same timeframe last year... READ MORE »

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GHTA names recipient of annual Chad Corzine Young Gift & Home Executive Award

Gift and Home Trade Association (GHTA) named Nikki Creveling, owner of The Ritz Sisters, as the recipient of  fourth annual Chad Corzine Young Gift & Home Executive Award. The award was presented to Creveling at the recent GHTA Conference at Isle of Palms in Charleston, South Carolina.   [... READ MORE »

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