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Imports decline following summer surge to beat tariffs
Tariffs
Sept. 11, 2025
The Global Port Tracker report from NRF and Hackett Associates estimates declining imports for the remainder of 2025.
Dallas Market Center opens hotel blocks for June 2026 Markets
Events
Sept. 11, 2025
The show organizer has opened hotel blocks early ahead of the FIFA World Cup events.
NY NOW and Greeting Card Association to co-locate events in February 2026
Events
Sept. 10, 2025
With the co-located events, *Noted will feature a dedicated pavilion within the NY NOW Winter Market show floor.
Atlanta’s Fall Market and Casual Market Atlanta align for mid-season sourcing
Wholesaler News
Sept. 9, 2025
The co-located shows will offer over 450 home and gift showrooms along with 120 casual furnishings resources this September.
20 ways to win at trade shows
Business
Sept. 8, 2025
Traveling to trade shows is an important aspect of any retail buyer’s job. To ensure you make the most of your trade show travels this fall, veteran trade show attendee Tommy Brown, a retail manager with the Saint Louis Zoo with more than 30 years&
Cultivating better buying
Business
Sept. 8, 2025
Strategic retail buying such as the tactics used at The North Carolina Arboretum involves several factors that can help lead to increased sales and strong customer engagement.
An inviting little hiking store
Profiles
Sept. 5, 2025
Guest Services Inc. has transformed a small park building in Oregon into a gift shop that offers souvenirs and hiking essentials.
Spelunking for souvenirs
Profiles
Sept. 5, 2025
The variety of gifts runs deep at the Lost Sea, which is known for its large underground lake.
Geared for the guys
Merchandising
Sept. 5, 2025
Offering a mix of simple souvenirs and surprising finds in a defined men’s section of your store can lead to more sales.
Beacon of charm
Profiles
Sept. 5, 2025
The National Lighthouse Museum gift shop shines with maritime-inspired treasures.
Luring in the sales
Merchandising
Sept. 5, 2025
Location-specific souvenirs are must-haves for locals and visitors alike at seaside destinations.
A copper legacy
Profiles
Sept. 5, 2025
Hints from history are on display at this Calumet gift shop on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Tribe and true
Product Trends
Sept. 5, 2025
A mix of authentic and inspired Native American souvenirs and gifts expand retailers’ stock of options.
ANDMORE announces new executive team to support growth
Business
Sept. 4, 2025
Trade show venue operator has tapped a new chief financial officer and made several other executive level appointments.
Offering five-star souvenirs
Product Trends
Sept. 4, 2025
Hotel and resort guests enjoy gift shops that provide them with fun styles and memorable souvenirs along with stellar customer service that matches the hotel’s hospitality experience.
Retail goes wild for pandas
Profiles
Sept. 4, 2025
The National Zoo’s retail environment offers relevant themed gifts that align with guests’ experiences and are positioned to prompt mission-supporting purchases.
For the love of Sock Monkeys
Profiles
Sept. 4, 2025
A work sock turned stuffie made iconic and memorable is everything at this Illinois museum and gift shop.
Sunshine Award Winner: Pebbles Toys & Gifts
Sunshine Award Winner Profiles
Sept. 4, 2025
This Connecticut store aims to play it forward in its community.
Wanderlust opens as souvenir shop at Dulles International Airport
Retailer News
Sept. 3, 2025
The new gift shop features unique souvenirs that celebrate the spirit of Washington, D.C.
The Petting Zoo rebrands to Zoologee
Wholesaler News
Sept. 3, 2025
From Petting Zoo to Zoologee: With this new chapter the company has a new name but the same passion for nature, learning and joyful connection.
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