Gift of the Year Awards – a new era
August 14, 2017
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The GA has revealed a dynamic new format for the annual Gift of the Year Awards at Spring Fair. With new retailer awards added to
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New app from Aurasma brings Christmas cards to life in 3D
November 21, 2012
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Personalised greetings card specialist Funky Pigeon, which is owned by WH Smith, has teamed up with tech firm Aurasma to bring extra festive cheer to
Benefit from GA member discount voucher scheme at Spring Fair
November 9, 2012
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The Giftware Association is rolling out its member to member voucher discount initiative at Spring Fair International 2013. The campaign will drive more business to
The Giftware Association supports an Independent Christmas initiative
October 24, 2012
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The Giftware Association (GA) is throwing its weight behind the ‘Celebrate an Independent Christmas’ initiative from The Retail Champion, Clare Rayner, who is encouraging shoppers
Specialist in men’s gifts joins Gift of the Year judging panel
October 9, 2012
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Ronnie Barnard, a specialist in men’s gifts, will join the 2013 Gift of the Year judging panel and bring his expertise to the new Gifts
GA supports ‘Celebrate an Independent Christmas’ campaign
September 25, 2012
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The Giftware Association (GA) has got behind the ‘Celebrate an Independent Christmas’ initiative to encourage shoppers to buy from local independents rather than multiples in
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