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The January 2009 edition of Surf Expo will open one day earlier, Jan. 14, and will close Saturday, Jan. 17, instead of the traditional Sunday close. Surf Expo elected to make this one-day shift forward at the request of several anchor exhibitors in the boardsports category.… Full Story »

Enesco, LLC, a leader in the gift, home and garden decor industries, announced the acquisition of the worldwide assets of GUND, the 110-year-old plush manufacturer. "The decision to sell our family's business after 110 years was not easy," said Bruce Raiffe, chairman and CEO of GUND.… Full Story »

Enesco, LLC, a leader in the gift, home and garden decor industries, announced the acquisition of the worldwide assets of GUND, the 110-year-old plush manufacturer. "The decision to sell our family's business after 110 years was not easy," said Bruce Raiffe, chairman and CEO of… Full Story »

Aurora World Inc., know for its high-quality and affordable plush toys and gifts, has announced the release of the world's first "green" plush line called "Aurora Naturally." Commonly referred to as "eco-plush," Aurora's natural plush animals are made from soybeans (exterior) and the sustainable rainforest crop… Full Story »

Aurora World Inc., know for its high-quality and affordable plush toys and gifts, has announced the release of the world’s first "green" plush line called "Aurora Naturally." Commonly referred to as "eco-plush," Aurora’s natural plush animals are made from soybeans (exterior) and the sustainable rainforest crop… Full Story »

South Dakota Gold Co. and Shube's Inc. have announced the merger of their companies under the new name of Dakota West Designs Inc. This merger has allowed Dakota West to strengthen its management team, develop greater manufacturing efficiencies and gain buying power, as well as… Full Story »

Smoky Mountain Gift Show management has announced the first annual Rocky Mountain Gift Show Feb. 14-17 at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City. The goal is to provide buyers with nearly 1,000 booths of the same high-quality vendors that come to Tennessee. Realizing that… Full Story »

GeoCentral, a leading supplier of gift and novelty products in the geological, educational and souvenir markets, has been acquired by The C.M. Paula Company, which is providing the financial support, as well as warehousing and distribution expertise, to support the continued growth of the company.… Full Story »