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GHTA elects Amy Loewenberg as director of member relations, marketing
The Gift & Home Trade Association (GHTA) board announced Amy Loewenberg will join the association in the newly created role of director of member relations and marketing. [caption id="attachment_30824" align="alignright" width="300"] Amy Loewenberg[/caption] In this position, Loewenberg wi... READ MORE »
Valentine’s Day spending expected to reach new records
Consumer spending on Valentine’s Day is expected to reach a record $29.1 billion, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The amount surpasses the previous record of $27.5 billion in 2025. Shoppers are budgeting a record... READ MORE »
Gift for Life refreshes logo to reflect industry legacy, evolving mission
Gift for Life, the gift and home industry’s philanthropic organization, unveiled a refreshed logo that reflects both its deep industry roots and its evolving mission to address urgent humanitarian needs. Founded in 1992 by Peter Schauben of Schauben & Co., Gift for Life was created in respo... READ MORE »
Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger “Party with a Purpose” raises $8,610
[caption id="attachment_30812" align="alignright" width="254"] The Gift For Life board attending the 2026 Party with a Purpose in host, Currey & Company's showroom. Photo courtesy of Gift for Life.[/caption] Gift for Life’s Home vs. Hunger team’s Party with a Purpose fundraiser, held duri... READ MORE »
Mud Pie celebrates Atlanta flagship showroom opening with ribbon cutting
[caption id="attachment_30810" align="alignright" width="300"] Photo courtesy of Mud Pie.[/caption] On Wednesday, Jan. 14, Mud Pie, leading gift and home décor brand, officially celebrated its Atlanta flagship showroom opening with a ribbon cutting during Atlanta Market. The showroom, located in... READ MORE »
Discover top home and gift trends at Las Vegas Market
Las Vegas Market returns to World Market Center Las Vegas Sunday, Jan. 25 – Thursday, Jan. 29, welcoming the global design and retail community to discover 3,500-plus product lines across furniture, home décor, bedding and gift categories, alongside curated temporary exhibits, experiential progra... READ MORE »
Leanin’ Tree names new CEO
Leanin’ Tree announced the appointment of Karl Kunz as CEO. Kunz brings extensive experience in business and finance, along with a deep commitment to the company’s mission. He has served on the Board of Directors for Leanin’ Tree’s employee ownership entity, Dream Ranch Holdings Co., for ... READ MORE »
Atlanta Market shows commercial momentum, community connection and exhibitor success
[caption id="attachment_30804" align="alignright" width="300"] Photo courtesy of ANDMORE.[/caption] Atlanta Market, held Jan. 13-19, at AmericasMart Atlanta, concluded a lively, successful winter edition marked by strong order writing, high buyer satisfaction and a renewed sense of community acro... READ MORE »
Shoppe Object names Jo Faulkner as Artist of the Season for Winter 2026
Shoppe Object announces Jo Faulkner as its Artist of the Season for the upcoming winter edition, held Feb. 1-3 at the Starett-Lehigh Building in New York City. London-based Faulkner is known for her expressive hand in capturing countryside vistas and floral studies, working across watercolor, gouach... READ MORE »
Just Got 2 Have It! brings fresh brand launches, showroom experiences to Las Vegas Market
[caption id="attachment_30797" align="alignright" width="261"] Poppy & Pout. Photo courtesy of Just Got 2 Have It![/caption] Just Got 2 Have It! arrives at Winter Las Vegas Market with a dynamic mix of new brand introductions and a showroom atmosphere built for discovery, connection and confi... READ MORE »
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