Kristin Ely
Curated coolness for little trendsetters
Merchandising
Nov. 5, 2024
A good mix of fun, location-themed merchandise and easy access to the toys creates an irresistible place for children to want to shop.
Coming through the storm
Editor's Letter
Nov. 4, 2024
Coming through the storm together and looking toward 2025.
Coastal Connections Conference includes buying opportunities
Events
Oct. 29, 2024
The Boardwalk events feature over 30 of the top beach, coastal and nautical wholesalers.
Rob Wheeler of Wheeler Manufacturing passes away
Wholesaler News
Oct. 16, 2024
Son of founders joined the family business in 1978, leading sales for the jewelry wholesaler.
Surf Expo September signals renewed industry optimism
Events
Sept. 26, 2024
Attendance up 7% year over year with new surf brands emerging among the 650-plus exhibiting companies.
Personal and popular
Product Trends
Sept. 3, 2024
Gifts and souvenirs that have a person’s name or other special way of speaking to an individual can rack up sales for destination retailers.
A story to tell
Editor's Letter
Aug. 29, 2024
Give your customers a souvenir story to tell.
Wayne Carver adds Purr-Fection by MJC to its portfolio
Wholesaler News
Aug. 26, 2024
Family-owned plush company’s souvenir knowledge complements Wayne Carver’s expertise.
Michael Hale to host VIP workshop at Coastal Connections Conference
Events
Aug. 23, 2024
New VIP registration option includes a pre-conference dinner, breakfast and 2-hour workshop.
A puzzling product
Sidebar
July 3, 2024
Fun with a twist
Sidebar
July 3, 2024
More in store
Editor's Letter
July 3, 2024
SGN continues to enhance its content offerings.
Toys that delight
Product Trends
July 3, 2024
Children and their parents won’t be able to resist these trending play items that entertain, educate and recreate fond memories.
Silver Streak owners pass the torch after 46 years
Wholesaler News
July 1, 2024
Roger and Lisa Booth will continue to build on the gem, mineral, souvenir and jewelry legacy created by Mike and Betty Mallon.
Famous Chicago museum’s name change has merchandise impact
Retailer News
June 20, 2024
Stores inside the former Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago are phasing out the old name drops for new products featuring Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.
Coastal Connections Conference announces 2025 keynote speaker
Events
June 20, 2024
Savvy Shopkeeper Founder Kathy Cruz to share essential financial metrics to propel your coastal store’s success.
SGN and Seaside Retailer win 2024 AZBEE Awards for editorial and design excellence
Business
June 12, 2024
National and regional awards were bestowed in the company profile and magazine redesign categories.
Coastal Connections Conference returns to Orlando in February 2025
Events
May 30, 2024
New date pattern and schedule designed for added convenience and opportunities.
Spreading sunshine
Columns
May 17, 2024
Inspiring destination retailers to give back.
Virtual gift and souvenir show, vGift, to launch this summer
Events
April 29, 2024
Fully virtual gift and souvenir show is the first of its kind for the resort, destination and gift industry.
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