The Giftware Association

The Giftware Association 🇬🇧 UK's Dedicated Trade Body for the Home & Gift Industry Experience 6 REAL BENEFITS in joining the community

1. Credibility of membership
2. Save money
3.

Save time - confidential support and guidance
4. Promotion
5. Priveliges and VIP access to lounges at key tradeshows
6. Network with like minded business professionals

And much more

WEBINAR: Mastering the Art and Science of Pitching to Retail Buyers - https://mailchi.mp/ga-uk/where-is-april-going-1315...
07/01/2025

WEBINAR: Mastering the Art and Science of Pitching to Retail Buyers - https://mailchi.mp/ga-uk/where-is-april-going-1315481 - Join former retail buyer and industry expert Ami Rabheru in this powerful masterclass designed to help you craft pitches that get a resounding ‘YES.’ Learn how to blend the ‘Art’ of storytelling with the ‘Science’ of strategy to deliver exactly what retail buyers need to hear. You’ll walk away with actionable tips, insights to avoid common mistakes, and the confidence to pitch to buyers.

Gift of the Year 2025 - Shortlist Announced - https://mailchi.mp/e6d10164d57d/have-your-say-1315462 It's the moment that...
03/01/2025

Gift of the Year 2025 - Shortlist Announced - https://mailchi.mp/e6d10164d57d/have-your-say-1315462 It's the moment that you have been waiting for, and will make a lot of brand starts of the year very happy - we have announced the shortlist for Gift of the Year 2025.

Wishing you a very happy 2025
02/01/2025

Wishing you a very happy 2025

SEASONS GREETINGS - https://mailchi.mp/ga-uk/meet-our-newest-service-provider-penny-tunnell-1315450 MERRY CHRISTMAS AND ...
20/12/2024

SEASONS GREETINGS - https://mailchi.mp/ga-uk/meet-our-newest-service-provider-penny-tunnell-1315450 MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR

We hope that you are all looking forward to the well-deserved break and we are looking forward to what 2025 brings to our wonderful industry, but for now, it's a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Team GA.

Office will be closed from 5pm on the 23rd Dec and will reopen on 2nd Jan. If your query is urgent, please email any of us or use the [email protected] address and a member of the team will get back to you.

Santa has been spotted with his very own .giftoftheyear.awards brochure - he’s picking out his favourite gifts for you a...
20/12/2024

Santa has been spotted with his very own .giftoftheyear.awards brochure - he’s picking out his favourite gifts for you all 🎀

Meet our proud GOTY Judge Anna Bryant, Head Buyer at Ransoms Garden Centre 🎀
18/12/2024

Meet our proud GOTY Judge Anna Bryant, Head Buyer at Ransoms Garden Centre 🎀

WEBINAR: Set for Success in 2025 - https://mailchi.mp/ga-uk/where-is-april-going-1315441 - Set for Success in 2025 is an...
18/12/2024

WEBINAR: Set for Success in 2025 - https://mailchi.mp/ga-uk/where-is-april-going-1315441 - Set for Success in 2025 is an engaging and practical webinar designed for business owners and leaders who want to wrap up 2024 strong and step into 2025 with focus & intention. By the end of this session, you’ll walk away feeling inspired, with a clear vision for the year ahead and some actionable steps to get you started on your 2025 journey. Join us to set yourself up for a successful, fulfilling 2025 with renewed focus and energy!

Meet our proud GOTY Judge Mark Rees, Founder 🎀
17/12/2024

Meet our proud GOTY Judge Mark Rees, Founder 🎀

Meet our proud GOTY Judge Lucy Benham, Global Sourcing Manager 🎀
16/12/2024

Meet our proud GOTY Judge Lucy Benham, Global Sourcing Manager 🎀

Our very own Sarah Ward on Spring Fairs podcast. Celebrate the season of gifting with our CEO as she shares her perspect...
16/12/2024

Our very own Sarah Ward on Spring Fairs podcast. Celebrate the season of gifting with our CEO as she shares her perspective on the dynamic world of giftware.

🎁The importance of collaboration, adaptability and advocacy in navigating retail challenges.

🎁Tackling industry-wide issues like late payments and high business rates.

🎁Embracing sustainability and trends shaping the future of retail.

Don’t miss out—listen now: You can find the links over at to watch on YouTube or your preferred podcast channel.

15/12/2024

NEW Inside Retail Episodes: Giftware Edition!🌟

Celebrate the season of gifting with our latest podcast episode. Sarah Ward, CEO of The Giftware Association joins us to share her perspective on the dynamic world of giftware. In the episode you'll learn more about:

🎁The importance of collaboration, adaptability and advocacy in navigating retail challenges.
🎁Tackling industry-wide issues like late payments and high business rates.
🎁Embracing sustainability and trends shaping the future of retail.

Plus catch a BONUS episode for Adriana Lovesy, Membership & Marketing Manager at Greeting Card Association!

Don’t miss out—listen now on:
📺 YouTube: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0flFkW0
🎧 Spotify:https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0flGk00
🍎 Apple: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0flG8T0
For more on how Spring Fair can support your business, visit https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0flFz00.

GOTY entries are now all in and the judging has officially commenced!! With over a 100 industry experts judging the comp...
13/12/2024

GOTY entries are now all in and the judging has officially commenced!! With over a 100 industry experts judging the competition we thought we would introduce some of our judges with you.

Meet Emma Gittins, Head of Buying & Product Development at 🎀

🎉 And That's a Wrap! 🎉What an incredible journey it has been this year for the Gift of the Year Awards 2025! A massive T...
11/12/2024

🎉 And That's a Wrap! 🎉

What an incredible journey it has been this year for the Gift of the Year Awards 2025! A massive THANK YOU to all the amazing brands and creatives who have entered this year’s competition. Your innovation, passion, and talent are what make this industry and awards so special, and it’s been an honour to have you in the awards with your products and brands.

It wouldn't be a competition without a stellar judging lineup... A huge thank you to our amazing lineup of judges made up of retailers, buyers and key industry experts.

Over the next few weeks, our panel of 120+ esteemed judges, will begin the challenging task of selecting the shortlist from an outstanding pool of entries. Each and every product tells a story, and we couldn’t be prouder to showcase the best of the best in the home and giftware world.

This year, we’ve seen some fantastic entries, bold ideas, and stunning designs all showcased by excellent product photography and commentary – I do not envy the judge's jobs. To everyone who participated: thank you for your trust and for letting us shine a spotlight on your creations.

And a huge thank you to my team, without which none of this would be possible.

Stay tuned for the announcement of the shortlists on 3rd January 2025—and good luck to all our entrants!

Here’s to celebrating the best in gifting and innovation. 💡✨
       

head to www.giftoftheyear.co.uk for more info on the awards and past results and more about how you can be involved.

GIFT OF THE YEAR 2025 - last Day for Entries - https://mailchi.mp/4b626eea9d4a/competition-now-open-1315430 THIS IS IT! ...
09/12/2024

GIFT OF THE YEAR 2025 - last Day for Entries - https://mailchi.mp/4b626eea9d4a/competition-now-open-1315430 THIS IS IT! - GIFT OF THE YEAR 2025 IS NOW IN ITS FINAL DAY AND WILL CLOSE ITS DOORS FOR ENTRIES AT MIDNIGHT TONIGHT.

The final final call for entries is here. The deadline is fast approaching and this is your final chance to enter, as at midnight tonight on Monday, 9th December, we’ll be closing the doors to this year’s competition.

Only two more days left to enter your fantastic products into Gift of the Year 2025.The awards celebrate all that is gre...
08/12/2024

Only two more days left to enter your fantastic products into Gift of the Year 2025.

The awards celebrate all that is great and amazing in our industry, with over 20 categories to choose from, there is a place for everyone's products and super excited about this year being the biggest and best yet...

Address

The Registered Office Interstate Federation House 10 Vyse St
Birmingham
B186LT

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5am
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441212362657

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Giftware Association posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to The Giftware Association:

Shortcuts

Share

Our Story

WHO WE ARE

The Giftware Association (the GA) is a national trade representative body and is the only UK trade association serving the gift and home industry. We recognise the remarkable talent and creativity of members ranging from retailers to suppliers, high street brands names to individual craftspeople and many others. Since 1947, the association's commitment has always been to help and support members and help them make money, save money and save time by offering a wide selection of services and support.

HOW THE GA OPERATE

The GA provides representation in return for a subscription fee. The association offers many products and services, including design protection, networking, training, legal help, advice and support as well as a host of other money-saving services. A key focus is as a representative body putting forward the collective view and position of our members, generally to government departments, agencies and regulators and also to the media and other opinion formers. The GA is a non-profit organisation with a governing body made up of elected representatives from the industry.