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3/50 Project Boosts Small Biz Pop-Up Stores Fill A Niche Indy Retailers Gain Hiring Up for Holidays Video Closures Help Retailers
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Personalized Children’s Videos Robot Dino-Puzzle Computer Scooter WeatherFone Handbag Organizer Smokebuddy
Starts on Front Cover Family Biz Best In West
COMPANY SPOTLIGHT
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PRODUCT TRENDS
Soy Candles: New Twist On Ancient Product Veteran Candle Maker Moves Into Retail
JEWELRY SHOWCASE
Star Bay Shines With Fashion Footwear COMPANY UPDATE
FRAGRANCE & SCENTED PRODUCTS SHOWCASE
Accessories & Apparel At Low Prices COMPANY PROFILE
KIOSK KORNER Keeping The Faith At Kiosks MARKETING
Safety Tech Markets Hidden Cameras Silver Society’s Hypoallergenic Jewelry Stay Ahead of the Curve
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TRADESHOW CALENDAR
HOT SELLING ITEM FOR YOUR STORES! DISPOSABLE
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Volume 21, Number 12
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