Edited by Megan Smalley
Town Pride franchise opens in State College, Pennsylvania
Wholesaler News
March 27, 2025
The new shop features apparel, gift and home products designed to celebrate State College and the state of Pennsylvania.
ANDMORE names Scott Eckman as president
Business
March 26, 2025
Seasoned industry leader returns to ANDMORE to support company’s innovation and customer experiences.
Wisconsin Gift Show to debut as new trade show in 2026
Events
March 25, 2025
The three-day show will offer new buying opportunities for retailers in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Illinois.
Vera Bradley sells Pura Vida for $1M
Wholesaler News
March 24, 2025
The jewelry brand has struggled financially since Vera Bradley acquired it for $85 million in 2019.
The Link Companies acquires Mix Sales
Business
March 21, 2025
The acquisition strengthens the sales coverage within the company’s The Central Link and The Mid Atlantic Link divisions.
ANDMORE dedicates Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas to Bob Maricich
Business
March 20, 2025
The city of Las Vegas and ANDMORE celebrated Maricich’s contributions ahead of the Winter 2025 Las Vegas Market.
Steel Associates LLC founder announces retirement
Business
March 19, 2025
Cathy Steel has provided media relations services for various gift and home industry trade shows for over three decades.
February retail sales decline amid tariff concerns
Business
March 12, 2025
NRF says consumer confidence went down in February driven by tariffs and policy uncertainty.
Toy Fair unites global play community to celebrate toy innovations
Events
March 11, 2025
The New York City show also highlighted top toy trends for 2025.
LVA and WWIN provided new opportunities at Las Vegas Fashion Week
Events
March 10, 2025
The co-located winter events featured enhanced show floor layout and debut of The Men’s Edit.
April Buying Week highlights cross-category sourcing
Events
March 7, 2025
Atlanta Apparel, Formal Markets and Spring Gift & Home market will run concurrently April 1-4.
Great Lakes Gift Show attracts 400-plus attendees
Events
March 4, 2025
The regional show introduced new gift lines, decor, souvenirs and more.
Dallas Market Center preps for combined market experience in March
Events
March 4, 2025
Dallas Apparel & Accessories and Total Home & Gift Market will offer a variety of buying experiences March 25-28.
ToyFest 2025 highlighted trending toy and games brands
Events
Feb. 26, 2025
Attendees came to the event from toy and gift stores across 40 states and 13 countries.
AAA reveals top spring break destinations in 2025
Business
Feb. 26, 2025
Four Florida cities rank in the travel organization’s list of popular domestic spring break spots.
TOTYM debuts mythological plushie toys at Toy Fair
Wholesaler News
Feb. 25, 2025
The wholesale vendor will showcase seven new plush toys at the New York event.
Philadelphia Gift Show 2025 edition welcomed new buyers and exhibitors
Events
Feb. 20, 2025
Show organizers said USA-made, artisan and sustainable products were popular with attendees.
Aurora World acquires license for WubbaNub products
Wholesaler News
Feb. 13, 2025
The WubbaNub is known for its soft, comforting plush animals attached to pacifiers for infants and toddlers.
GeoCentral acquires Red Carpet Studios
Wholesaler News
Feb. 7, 2025
The acquisition expands GeoCentral’s portfolio to include garden decor and other home accessories.
January Total Home & Gift Market welcomed many new and returning buyers
Events
Feb. 7, 2025
Show organizers reported strong attendance and order writing despite winter weather concerns early in the show.
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