GIFT SHOP Advertiser Testimonials

We are really pleased with the great response we have received from the advertisements we have placed in GIFT SHOP magazine. Each time we have placed an ad, we have had many, many leads sent to us by the publication and we have had numerous telephone inquiries to our customer service which are tracked to the recognition we get from retailers seeing our product in the magazine. The value we get from our advertisements in terms of the cost of each advertisement versus the translation of them into new business for our company is unmatched by any other method of advertising we do at Baekgaard. We feel that our astronomical growth in 2007 is at least partly attributable to the response we have received from running ads in GIFT SHOP. Thanks so much for helping our marketing plan to be a big success.

Art Mandelbaum, President, Baekgaard Ltd

GIFT SHOP magazine has been fabulous! I get tremendous response from my ads. I want to run an ad in every issue!

Sandy Comstock, Owner, Toby & Max

We are so pleased with the responses we have gotten from GIFT SHOP magazine and the low prices for the ads can't be beat! Keep up the good work!

James Ingram, Graphic Designer, Ohio Wholesale, Inc.

We have been thrilled with the response our advertising has received from GIFT SHOP magazine. The leads generated resulted in new accounts opened! An absolutely beautiful magazine!

Kelli Kottenstette, National Sales Manager, Alexa's Angels

I am overwhelmed at the response I have gotten. I've never received so many inquiries from qualified wholesale buyers, and I am eager to advertise again. Thank you GIFT SHOP magazine for helping me grow my customer base and increase awareness of my jewelry!

Carter Seibels/Owner & Artist/Divali Glass Jewlery

GIFT SHOP magazine has delivered incredible advertising value for Adora. We've been impressed with each issue of this beautifully designed publication, which perfectly targets one of our niche markets, the specialty gift retailer.

David Lin, President, Adora

GIFT SHOP magazine's commitment to The Pet Set and our business philosophy is truly a rare experience in advertising; as a result, we've never had better response rates. Thank You!

Kim Banks/Owner/The-PetSet.com

GIFT SHOP magazine came on the scene with editorial depth and visual beauty. This direction has continued, offering the industry articles that read as both practical and strategic and wonderful photography and graphics that supports the ideas each presents. Congratulations to GIFT SHOP on addressing the challenges that each independent retailer faces with such substance.

Patti Stracher, Show Manager, National Stationery Show/George Little Management

The quality of leads that we have gotten from advertising in GIFT SHOP magazine has been phenomenal. Over 80% of the retailer leads I received have resulted in new business! It has been a pleasure working with my ad sales rep, who has been not only personable and easy to work with but she has also provided helpful suggestions to help us grow our business.

Sophie Kitras, Owner, Kitras Art Glass

"We are seeing some wonderful results from having our line, Paddywax, in your magazine. As a sales rep group, we are thrilled by the many new leads coming in from interested retailers."

Dwen V. Green, Kiss Me in the Garden

"We recently received the GIFT SHOP Magazine. At the very outset, let me congratulate you the magazine looks fabulous. It is easy to read. The information is excellent for a gift shop owner. It will be a good source for the readers. The hard work behind the magazine shows."

AJ Chad, Spa at Home

"I am VERY happy with the response I had with the previous ad. I think, no, I KNOW you guys have a winner in what your doing!!! Yes I do want to run an[other] ad."

Sandy Comstock, Toby and Max

"I received the premiere issue of GIFT SHOP this morning, and just finished reading through it, cover to cover. Congratulations on an informative, well-designed, and well-executed launch. I look forward to reading future issues."

George White, Up With Paper

"GIFT SHOP has the support of everyone here at Natural Life...It has much to offer and we are pleased with the response we've received so far."

Fay Carpio, Natural Life

"GIFT SHOP Magazine is a major trend-setting publication with superb ideas and information for the gift industry. We have been very successful with our advertising campaign and look forward to a great partnership in 2007. Thank you!

Joni Compton, Nashville Wraps

"I love GIFT SHOP magazine! The editorial content is great, the layout looks awesome and it flows very nicely! I've been impressed with the first two issues."

Shannon Young, For Every Body

"I just opened your new GIFT SHOP Magazine and I'm very impressed it looks like a great collection of products and the layout/style is much better suited for the market from what I've seen so far. Great work with the new publication, I can see why it has been so well received!"

Jason Baxter, Dr. Moz

"GIFT SHOP Magazine has really helped us hit our niche market! The magazine has filled a gap in the market by targeting unique shops for our unique product."

Carol Perry, Big Paw Designs

"I just received a phone call from a store in Colorado inquiring about carrying my product in their shop. This was due to her seeing coverage in your magazine. Things here continue to get busy following being in the magazine and I couldn't be happier. The stores to ask for more information is up to four with lots of hits coming on the website."

Louise Chabros, Umbrella Creations

"We love the way our picture looks, and I have already received two phone calls this week!! You have a great magazine. The layout is fresh and fun. You have truly done a great job.

Clare Posnack, My Boy Sam/Skivvydoodles

"We just got a call from a gal gushing over your magazine and she saw our products -- how exciting!"

Kendel Flaum, PSA Essentials

"I read every article at least twice already. It is exactly what I needed as a small business owner. The information your magazine offers is essential for both big and small businesses in the gift industry especially the market and product research/forecast news, latest trends, and inspiration found in the retailer profile. The article "Direct Impact" in the marketing section was right on time. I developed a postcard marketing campaign from the five-step plan which I followed directly.

Cynthia Fontan, Cynthia Fontan Wedding and Events Planners

"Your first issue is bright, informative and real gem to have in only the first few days, I received a call from a retailer in Maine who saw your article and wants to purchase Townie! I am so thrilled.

Sylvia Killion, Sylvia's by the Sea

"The pictures look great of my vases. I will be putting aside budget space for you in the future as I have had positive experience based on the response from your first issue."

Patrick Purtell, Hawk & Pepper Company

"There are a lot of trade publications out there in the gift industry. That doesn't necessarily mean they are good or for that matter effective I cannot tell you how impressed I am with GIFT SHOP magazine. It is clean, extremely well laid out and organized and simple to navigate. It's also very classy and visually appealing. It also clearly targets the more upscale retailer (who is our target market) and steers clear of the retailers who are selling "whoopie" cushions."

Kristi Rucci, Laurence Candle Company

"I just received my first copy of GIFT SHOP. I read your article and would like to follow your advice on post-card mailing."

Sandra Rimmer, Unique Giftbaskets 4 U

"I was pleased when I first received my copy of GIFT SHOP and saw my ad in print. Then I was amazed that the ad generated three phone calls from leads in the next two days, including a large chain who promised to give me a trial in nine locations!"

Marke Levine, Enchantmints