Retail
Maine illustrator uses art to help flatten the curve
Maine illustrator Jessica Esch, co-founder of Shinebolt, uses art to help flatten the curve by encouraging people to stay home, wear a mask and suppor... READ MORE »
U.S. toy industry experiences +7.6% growth in the first quarter of 2020
The U.S. toy industry saw dollar sales increase by $256 million to $3.6 billion in the first quarter from January 2020 through March 2020, a 7.6% incr... READ MORE »
DM Merchandising launches Care Cover Collection of protective masks
DM Merchandising launched its Care Cover Collection of protective masks for kids, adults and matching hand sanitizers in a caddy. Wearing fac... READ MORE »
Dallas Market Center reopens to buyers
Dallas Market Center, the lifestyle marketplace in North America and a hub of daily commerce for retailers and interior designers, has reopened to buy... READ MORE »
Mail helps Americans feel connected during pandemic
Now more than ever, consumers rely on cards and mail to keep in touch with family and friends and to overcome feelings of isolation, according to a re... READ MORE »
Retailers welcome Federal Reserve expansion of Main Street Lending Program
The National Retail Federation (NRF) welcomed the Federal Reserve’s decision to allow larger midsize businesses hit by the coronavirus pandemic to p... READ MORE »
OneCoast partners with Caren Products
OneCoast, a nationwide sales and marketing services company, has announced a long-term partnership with Caren effective May 12, 2020. Caren offers lux... READ MORE »
Gift for Life celebrates industry’s gift of giving
In 2003, Gift for Life presented its first “Bert Tonkin Gift of Giving Award,” a distinction which recognizes philanthropic industry endeavors and... READ MORE »
DEMDACO launches a new retailer-focused website
DEMDACO, a Kansas-based company, specializes in artist-driven gift and home décor products, has launched a new e-commerce website tailored specifical... READ MORE »
NRF offers Operation Open Door for retailers
NRF now offers Operation Open Doors, a guide for retailers on reopening stores. Operation Open Doors - Path to Reopen Retail, led by NRF and Seyfar... READ MORE »