The Greeting Card Association (GCA) is the not-for-profit trade body working to protect and promote greeting card sending and support our members to grow their businesses. The UK greeting card industry is a world-leading creative industry, we send more cards per...
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GCA being heard – Royal Mail update
GCA voice is heard – latest updates on Royal Mail
GCA Podcast – Mark Callaby, Ohh Deer
GCA podcasts hear from greeting card leaders. Sharing their journey in cards and top tips to inspire the next generation of greeting card industry leaders
GCA CEO highlights the power of cards at the NFSP annual Conference
GCA CEO speaking about the importance of greeting cards at the National Federations of Sub-Postmasters annual Conference
GCA Podcast – Rachel Hare, Belly Button Designs
GCA podcasts hear from greeting card leaders. Sharing their journey in cards and top tips to inspire the next generation of greeting card industry leaders
GCA ensures industry voice heard over postal services
A summary current issues which the GCA is concerned could adversely affect both greeting card consumers and GCA members
GCA lobbying updates
Update on GCA lobbying Government on behalf of the industry in March 2023
Why is card sending for Eid growing
Exchanging greetings at the festive of Eid is a tradition that goes back generations. Islam is the second largest religion in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. It is estimated that there are over 3 million Muslim's in the UK, over 5% of the...
Sustainability in the Card Industry – Eco Nature Cards
GCA’s Sustainability in the Card Industry blogs share good practice happening in our industry to inform and inspire others. Read about what Eco Nature Cards Welare doing to are doing to reduce their environmental impact.
Sponsor the GCA Conference & AGM 2023
SUPPLIER MEMBERS ONLY. Sponsor the GCA Conference & AGM and promote your business to GCA members.
GCA Royal Mail/Ofcom Updates 2022- Feb 2023
GCA’s work on behalf of the industry in response to the ongoing situation at Royal Mail.
Dragons Speed Dating 2023!
2023 Dragons Speed Dating will be held on 2nd March in London. Final few publishers places available!
Licensing and Copyright – UK Laws governing ownership and rights to material
Tips, best practices and myth busting for greeting card publishers in the minefield that is copyright law.
Retailer Sarah Laker shares her top tips for selling into indies
Award willing indie, Sarah Laker, shares the key things she’s looking from all her suppliers, and her top tips for building your business with independent retailers.
Diversity and Inclusion in the greeting card industry
This blog charts the progress of highlighting and encouraging diversity in the UK greeting card industry. A vibrant and diverse industry with an eclectic mix of cards celebrating nearly every possible occasion.
GCA attend Trade Associations meeting at Stationers’ Hall
GCA CEO Amanda Fergusson attended the annual Trade Association Winter Event at Stationers' Hall. This Stationers' Company event brings together trade associations linked to the communications, printing and media industries. Held at Stationers Hall, the trade...
Sustainability in the Card Industry – Little Green Paper Shop
GCA’s Sustainability in the Card Industry blogs share good practice happening in our industry to inform and inspire others. Read about what Little Green Paper Shop are doing to are doing to reduce their environmental impact.
A new generation of Royal Mail Stamps coming to an envelope near you
Royal Mail will be adding barcodes to stamps this year as part of a new innovation.
Brexit – what you need to know and latest updates
Latest Brexit updates that affect the Greeting Card Industry.
Greeting card media coverage Christmas 2022
Christmas 2022 has seen lots of coverage of
A call for Age Friendly cards!
Information from Better Birthday’s campaign to encourage the celebration of age; asking for a reimagining of aging and ageism.
Using social media as a driver for sales
Top tips for using social media to drive sales in your business. Which platforms to use, and when to use them.
Sustainability in the Card Industry – G . F Smith
GCA’s Sustainability in the Card Industry blogs share good practice happening in our industry to inform and inspire others. Read about what G.F Smith are doing to are doing to reduce their environmental impact.
GCA representing the industry at the Houses of Parliament
GCA CEO Amanda Fergusson attended the Genesis Senate at the Houses of Parliament this week, flying the flag for the greeting card industry and speaking about the challenges we are currently facing. Karen Finegold, Amanda Fergusson and Tina Knight Westminister Hall The...