Edited by Megan Smalley
Heart on Main Street wins 2026 HEARTS Award
Events
Oct. 10, 2025
The nonprofit organization will receive the award at the 36th ARTS Award this January in Dallas.
OneCoast forms partnership with Mary Meyer
Wholesaler News
Oct. 9, 2025
Independent retailers will be able to shop for Mary Meyer products through OneCoast territory managers, showrooms and online.
Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger hosts non-event event fundraiser at High Point Market
Events
Oct. 9, 2025
The non-event event invites marketgoers to skip the party and donate directly to the World Central Kitchen.
Guy Harvey and Groove Life launch new ring designs
Wholesaler News
Oct. 6, 2025
A portion of proceeds from sales benefit ocean conservation efforts.
Mud Pie relocates flagship showroom for Winter Atlanta Market
Wholesaler News
Oct. 6, 2025
The brand is moving to Building 2, Floor 18, Suite 1821 for the January 2026 event.
US government shutdown impacts travel and retail industries
Retailer News
Oct. 3, 2025
While many federal government-owned attractions are closed, some destinations and gift shops will remain open.
Registration opens for Winter 2026 Atlanta Market
Events
Sept. 25, 2025
The upcoming show provides access to over 6,000 product lines.
MarketTime merges with EMUN Inc.
Business
Sept. 25, 2025
The merger allows the two brands to leverage their strengths and services to the gift, home, apparel and lifestyle industries.
Surf Expo delivers expanding categories and industry optimism
Events
Sept. 16, 2025
The show also featured strong attendance, with retailers from 66 countries at the September event.
Dallas Market Center opens hotel blocks for June 2026 Markets
Events
Sept. 12, 2025
The show organizer has opened hotel blocks early ahead of the FIFA World Cup events.
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.
Major surf shop founder dies at 88
Retailer News
Sept. 11, 2025
Ron DiMenna opened “The Original” Ron Jon Surf Shop in Long Beach Island, New Jersey, in 1961, and helped to grow the surf brand along the East Coast.
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
Events
Sept. 9, 2025
The co-located shows will offer over 450 home and gift showrooms along with 120 casual furnishings resources this September.
ANDMORE announces new executive team to support growth
Business
Sept. 3, 2025
Trade show venue operator has tapped a new chief financial officer and made several other executive level appointments.
AAA lists top domestic travel destinations for Labor Day weekend
Business
Aug. 28, 2025
Orlando ranks as a hotspot for Labor Day weekend travel based on the company’s booking data.
NY NOW Summer Market connected buyers ahead of holiday season
Events
Aug. 26, 2025
Show organizers also plan to make several updates for its Winter 2026 event.
Autumn/Winter 2025 buying surges at Atlanta Apparel
Events
Aug. 20, 2025
Buyers at the show also made early commitments with vendors for Spring/Summer 2026.
New reciprocal tariffs to go into effect
Tariffs
Aug. 14, 2025
National Retail Federation pushes for binding trade agreement and lowering tariff rates.
Pura Vida Bracelets acquired by CriticalPoint affiliates
Wholesaler News
Aug. 13, 2025
Ryan Heuser, co-founder and former president of Paul Frank Industries, has stepped in as the new CEO of Pura Vida Bracelets.
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