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Noted@*Noted Product Awards open for entries
Noted@*Noted is where the best new greeting cards are honored and the Noted@*Noted Product Awards are open for entries! To keep everything fresh, this year’s entries must have been introduced after Jan. 1, 2021. 2021 Judges Dan Collier, Daniel Richards Showroom (Atlanta & Dallas), ... READ MORE »
Ross Hutchison becomes president of Universal Engraving
On Feb. 1, Ross Hutchison took the reins as president of Universal Engraving, Inc. (UE) — a position held by his father, Larry, and grandfather, company founder Glenn E. Hutchison. Universal Engraving is one of the world’s largest foil and emboss die makers, whose engraved dies and systems are u... READ MORE »
IMC’s next Market Insights Webinar focuses on photography
International Market Centers’ (IMC) next Market Insights webinar, Smartphone Photo Tips to Elevate Your Brand, explores the ubiquitous marketing tool buyers and brands have at their fingertips: their smartphones. In an hour-long session on Mar. 10, attendees will learn how to produce quality photo... READ MORE »
C.R. Gibson unveils new branding
C.R. Gibson, a leader in the upscale gifts and decorative products market unveiled its new branding as C.R. Gibson Signature. This rebranding reflects the evolution of the company as well as its vision for the future within its upscale and specialty product lines. A newly redesigned company logo,... READ MORE »
OneCoast creates partnership with Poo-Pourri
OneCoast, a nationwide, omnichannel sales and marketing services company, has announced a long-term partnership with Poo-Pourri effective March 1, 2021. Poo-Pourri offers an on-trend blend of natural essential oils along with an epic brand promise that beats air fresheners and other fragrances. P... READ MORE »
Mom I Love You Card
Mom I Love You Card from Paper Raven Co. offers a great option to show Mom how appreciated she is this coming May. This handlettered card features a simple sentiment, blooming with flowers and is printed in the USA on 100% recycled paper and has a gorgeous feel in-hand. ... READ MORE »
Atlanta Apparel unveils new brand identity
Atlanta Apparel announced a new brand identity that sets the tone for current and future markets through a reimagination of the omnichannel market experience. Accompanying the new brand is a new logo, tagline – “Connecting Culture & Commerce” – and creative direction. The new brand ide... READ MORE »
Studio M launches changes to wholesale sales model
Studio M, a leading provider of artful home and garden products, announced changes to its wholesale sales model. The company has created a new in-house sales team with the goal of providing best-in-class service to its independent retailer customers. With changes to their product development stra... READ MORE »
Kurt S. Adler celebrates 75 years of business
While serving in the U.S. Army, Kurt Adler worked in the procurement department securing necessary goods from all over the world. In the army, he was taught logistics and how to source merchandise. Kurt S. Adler, Inc., as we know it, began after the end of World War II, when Kurt brought these skill... READ MORE »
January retail sales show strong increase
Retail sales grew sharply in January as government stimulus checks provided a boost and momentum from 2020’s record holiday season carried over into the new year, the National Retail Federation (NRF) said. “January’s retail sales numbers reflect a very strong start for consumers and retaile... READ MORE »
