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Blue Butterfly LLC acquires IndERA to expand
Business
March 12, 2026
With the acquisition, Blue Butterfly aims to help improve marketing support for independent retailers.
Avolta secures 12-year retail contract extension at Miami International Airport
Retailer News
March 10, 2026
The contract extension covers retail and food & beverage operations at the airport.
Coastal Connections Conference returns to Orlando in September 2026
Events
March 9, 2026
Attendees can now align their Coastal Connections plans with Surf Expo and The Gathering for expanded networking and opportunity.
Heads up!
Profiles
March 6, 2026
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum blends novelty, nostalgia and smart gift shop strategy.
All-American mementos
Product Trends
March 6, 2026
Destination retailers and vendors share how they plan to commemorate America250 with historic souvenirs.
Fun and games
Merchandising
March 6, 2026
Smart store flow, themed groupings and strategic resets turn toy and game displays into discovery zones.
Game on
Profiles
March 5, 2026
Buckeye spirit takes center stage at College Traditions, which has decades of game-day tradition.
Souvenirs that delight and do good
Product Trends
March 5, 2026
Putting a spotlight on sustainable and conservation-focused souvenirs can win over customers while also helping the environment and others.
Dallas Market Center brings three markets together for a strategic buying experience
Events
March 5, 2026
The co-located Apparel & Accessories, Gift & Home Market and KidsWorld offer multi-category sourcing March 24-27.
Curated, connected and essential
Product Trends
March 5, 2026
Museum souvenirs play an important role in generating revenue and engaging customers at a critical time for museums.
Alive with The Sound of Music
Profiles
March 5, 2026
At the von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort, a beloved cultural story continues through hospitality, heritage and experience-driven retail.
Sunshine Award Winner: New England Aquarium Shop
Sunshine Award Winner Profiles
March 5, 2026
This Boston attraction’s store is making waves of impact.
Atlanta’s March Markets deliver three buying opportunities
Events
March 4, 2026
The Spring Market, Spring Cash & Carry and Casual Market Atlanta offer mid-season sourcing opportunities.
Milestone 120th Toy Fair puts play in the spotlight
Events
March 4, 2026
The four-day show recognized outstanding booths and highlighted some of the top toy trends for 2026.
Philadelphia Gift Show highlights 250-plus vendors at 30th annual event
Events
Feb. 24, 2026
Made-in-America merchandise and products tied to America’s 250th birthday stood out at the Feb. 1-3 event.
Rocky Mountain Apparel, Gift & Resort Show features sold-out winter edition
Events
Feb. 23, 2026
The Mountain region event brought together 220 exhibitors and over 600 brands.
Pacific Emblem Company launches souvenir collection for America’s 250th Birthday celebrations
Wholesaler News
Feb. 23, 2026
The new Happy 250th Birthday America collection includes commemorative challenge coins, baseball caps and coasters.
U.S. Supreme Court rules majority of Trump tariffs not authorized
Tariffs
Feb. 20, 2026
NRF responds to court ruling, while Trump may seek to reimpose tariffs using other laws.
Heart on Main Street plans rebuild for Bette Boutique
Retailer News
Feb. 17, 2026
The nonprofit organization and volunteers will help the independent retailer to return to its storefront in Asheville, North Carolina.
A nod to America 250
Retailer News
Feb. 17, 2026
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum launched a ‘revolutionary’ Declaration of Independence set as part of yearlong America 250 rollout.
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