This GCA Local event in Canterbury will be hosted by GCA member Heidi Early of Earlybird Designs Our GCA Local Events are all about bringing members together for relaxed, informal meet‑ups with fellow cardies in your area. Whether it’s over a coffee or a post‑work drink, these gatherings are a great chance to chat about...
GCA Virtual Coffee Mornings are informal 45-60 minute sessions giving members the chance to connect with fellow GCA members and hear directly from a GCA Council member. This session will be hosted by Ashton Duckitt of UK Greetings and a member of the GCA Council. In this Virtual Coffee Morning, Ashton Duckitt will share her...
Hosted by GCA Council member Sarah Jackson, owner of Stormy Knight, and Danielle McCarthy, the GCA's Marketing & Events Coordinator. Thinking about starting a greeting card business or in the early stages of building one? This practical webinar will give you the foundations you need to establish and grow a successful greeting card publishing business....
GCA Virtual Coffee Mornings are informal 45-60 minute sessions giving members the chance to connect with fellow GCA members and hear directly from a GCA Council member. This session will be hosted by Nick Carey, Managing Director of Abacus Cards and GCA Council member. Nick will share his journey in the greeting card industry and...
Hosted by GCA Marketing and Events Co-ordinator Danielle McCarthy and Mark Janson-Smith, Founder & Owner, Postmark Ever wondered what goes through a retailer's mind when they're deciding which card ranges to stock? This is your chance to find out directly from one of the greeting card industry's most respected and successful retailers. In this interactive...
Hosted by Rebecca Green, founder of Raspberry Blossom and GCA council member. A strong brand is about far more than a logo or a colour palette. It's what makes customers remember you, retailers buy from you, and consumers come back to your cards time and time again. In this practical session, Rebecca Green, founder of...
Hosted by GCA CEO David Falkner and Mark Jessett, The Imaging Centre For many publishers, choosing how and where to print their cards is one of the biggest decisions they'll make. Understanding the capabilities of modern digital printing can help you make informed choices, manage costs effectively and produce cards that meet the expectations of...
Hosted by GCA CEO David Falkner and David Greaves, Co-Owner Emotional Rescue You can have a brilliant product and strong sales, but without a clear understanding of your margins and cash flow, building a sustainable business can be a real challenge. In this session, David Greaves will share the financial knowledge every greeting card publisher...
Hosted by GCA CEO David Falkner and Tony Lorriman, Loxleys Creating great designs is only part of the process. Ensuring your artwork is supplied correctly for print is essential to achieving professional results, avoiding costly errors and ensuring production runs smoothly. In this practical session, Tony Lorriman of Loxleys will guide publishers through the key...
Are you attending Dragons' Speed Dating this year? Whether you're a first-timer or looking to polish your pitch, this prep webinar is designed to help you feel confident, organised, and ready to make the most of every 10-minute slot. Join us as we walk through key event logistics and gain exclusive insights from an experienced...
One of the GCA's most popular member events returns for 2027. Dragons Speed Dating gives greeting card publishers a unique opportunity to meet leading retail buyers face-to-face, showcase their latest ranges and gain valuable feedback in a fast-paced, highly productive format. Over the course of the afternoon, publishers will take part in three 10-minute meetings...
Hosted by Karen Wilson, Founder of Paper Salad and GCA President, with a guest speaker from a leading trade show organiser Trade shows remain one of the most effective ways to showcase your brand, meet buyers, generate orders and raise your profile within the greeting card industry. But with significant investments of time, money and...