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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.
FSC® & Greeting Card Publishing
How to ensure your cards are printed on paper that supports responsible forestry.
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.
Meet the member – Littledart Fulfilment Limited
In this edition of Meet The Member we speak to William Martin of Littledart Fulfilment, a GCA Supplier member. What's the name of your company? Littledart Fulfilment Limited When was the company first set up? 2021 Where is your business based? Witheridge, Devon, The...
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...
Government Help to Grown Campaign & other support available
Links to support for small businesses from Government, local councils and others to help business growth.
Greeting Card Association Conference and AGM 2022
A summary of the GCA 2022 annual Conference and AGM held at Notthingham Trent University, including the launch of the GCA Graduate Open Call.
GCA Market Report 2022
GCA Greeting Card Market Report 2022, which covers UK greeting card sales for single greeting cards in 2021 compared to 2020 is now available. 2021 was a year when the UK greeting card industry bounced back following the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic had resulted in...
Meet the Sponsor – Spring & Autumn Fair – Hyve Group plc
GCA Member Spring & Autumn Fair who are sponsoring the 2022 GCA Conference and AGM.
Meet the sponsor – Entwistle Group
Meet Entwistle Group, sponsors of the 2022 GCA Conference.
Meet the Sponsor – 2WL
2WL, sponsor of the 2022 GCA Conference and AGM have been specialising in fulfilment since 1994. Their moto is “You create-we deliver”.
Meet the Sponsor – Skylight Media
We caught up with Skylight Media ahead of the 2022 GCA Conference which they are sponsoring.
2022 GCA Conference and AGM, Thursday 29th September 2022
Everything you need to know about the upcoming 2022 GCA Conference and AGM
GCA Graduate Open Call 2022
Learn more about our 2022 GCA Graduate Open Call and meet selected illustration graduates from three Universities
Meet the Sponsor – G . F Smith
G . F Smith, sponsors of the GCA Conference & AGM. They offer much more than just paper and can provide solutions for envelopes, boxes and gift wrap.
Cake and Crayons
We spoke to one of our newest members whose business is just one year old…