Kristin Ely
NRF responds to 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs
Tariffs
May 12, 2025
The temporary pause will allow for U.S. and Chinese negotiators to reach a more substantive agreement.
Planning for uncertain times
Tariffs
April 29, 2025
The gift and souvenir industry is responding to the tariffs impacting their businesses.
In this together
Editor's Letter
April 29, 2025
Facing challenges together as an industry.
New England Made show highlights hot products, emerging brands
Events
April 14, 2025
Spring event in Portland, Maine, showcases creativity and fosters up-and-coming companies.
Buyers and vendors return to Las Vegas for The Reunion
Events
April 14, 2025
Second-year event provides a last-minute sourcing opportunity before summer.
Industry organizations respond to impending tariffs
Tariffs
Feb. 27, 2025
NRF and The Toy Association are voicing their concerns about the impact.
Meet Bella
Sidebar
Feb. 25, 2025
An important job
Editor's Letter
Feb. 24, 2025
Creating lasting impressions through retail is an important job.
Smoky Mountain Gift Show brings vibrant energy to Tennessee
Events
Jan. 30, 2025
November 2024 show provided an opportunity for growth, connection and discovery of new trends.
Your travel companion
Editor's Letter
Jan. 2, 2025
Make SGN your travel companion at upcoming shows.
P. Graham Dunn acquired by Creative Brands family
Wholesaler News
Nov. 20, 2024
Company plans to have a new catalog and order fulfillment in place by Jan. 1, 2025.
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.
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