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NRF commends house passage of federal retail crime bill
Business
May 18, 2026
The Combating Organized Retail Crime Act expands federal enforcement of criminal offenses related to organized retail and supply chain crime.
Mud Pie appoints new chief marketing officer
Wholesaler News
May 18, 2026
As chief marketing officer, Jennifer Glover will focus on improving the customer experience and brand growth for Mud Pie.
Designworks Collective launches Hijinx as new gift brand
Wholesaler News
May 15, 2026
The new brand offers an assortment of beauty, stationery and other giftable goods.
Buyer registration opens for Surf Expo September 2026
Events
May 13, 2026
The Sept. 16-18 show will feature a diverse range of vendors across surf, skate, boutique, resort, swim, souvenir and coastal gift and decor categories.
Apollo Funds to acquire Emerald and Questex
Events
May 12, 2026
The combined businesses would offer approximately 160 B2B events, including Surf Expo, IGES and ASD Marketweek.
ANDMORE announces executive team transitions
Business
May 11, 2026
ANDMORE CEO Jon Pertchik is planning to retire, effective May 31.
Creative edge
Profiles
May 4, 2026
A combination of artistic talent and enterprising spirit led to Eyeconic Arizona Souvenir Shop.
Adventurous threads
Product Trends
May 4, 2026
State parks blend practicality, storytelling and emerging trends into their apparel offerings to capture the visitor experience.
Filled with faith
Product Trends
May 4, 2026
Incorporating inspirational and faith-based gifts serves customers looking for encouraging keepsakes and gifts to share with loved ones back home.
A coastal concept
Profiles
May 4, 2026
Cuffy’s of Cape Cod invites guests to enjoy experiential retail from the outside to the inside of the 20,000-square-foot store.
Bring it home
Merchandising
May 4, 2026
From name-drop signs to regional art and kitchen staples, home goods are helping shoppers take destination memories home.
Trailside treasures
Product Trends
May 4, 2026
Travel-sized souvenirs like stickers and magnets go over big with visitors to park stores, along with some unique products made locally or that prioritize sustainability.
Revolutionary retail
Profiles
May 4, 2026
At the Museum of the American Revolution, a reimagined shop brings history to life through story-driven merchandising, local makers and a mission-aligned model.
Sunshine Award Winner: Shipwreck Coast Museum Store
Sunshine Award Winner Profiles
May 1, 2026
This museum store supports shipwreck research and more.
Event Network develops custom World Cup merchandise
Retailer News
April 30, 2026
The new World Cup collection of souvenirs will be featured at 65 Event Network stores across the U.S.
The Coastal Connections Conference announces 2026 keynote speaker
Events
April 22, 2026
Savvy Shopkeeper Founder Kathy Cruz opens educational sessions with “A Coastal Retailer's Profit Playbook,” on Sept. 19.
OC Apparel Show launches Cali Gift Show
Events
April 22, 2026
Southern California wholesale event introduces an exciting new destination for gift, lifestyle, and resort-driven merchandise.
The Reunion and ToyFest plan to co-locate for 2027
Events
April 22, 2026
Souvenir, gift, resort and specialty toy buyers can source all categories at the co-located events.
Yoonique adds two new Pluzzles lines
Wholesaler News
April 21, 2026
The company has added a new Automotive and Foodie series to its Pluzzles collectible plush puzzle brand.
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market reimagines Temps for June 2026
Events
April 21, 2026
The Total Home & Gift Market will feature new Temps neighborhoods to improve navigation across the show floor.
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