NY NOW Podcast

The lack of racial diversity in the stationery community came into clear focus last summer. So, on July 16th 2020, The Greeting Card Association (GCA) attempted to begin to change that by hosting its first ever *Noted Pitch Program for Black-Owned Companies and Makers. No one knew it at that time, but that event planted the seeds for Black Joy Paper, a diverse and visionary greeting card collective. Now, nearly one year later, we talk with one of its founders, Greta Heida, and two of her Pitch Program discoveries, Tiffany McGraw of Paper Rehab and Lauren-Ashley Barnes of Pineapple Sundays Design Studio.

GUESTS:
Greta Heida- Founder and Co-Owner of AIR CO / IG blackjoypaper   
Tiffany McGraw- Founder of Paper Rehab / IG paperrehab   
Lauren-Ashley Barnes- Founder & Creative Director of Pineapple Sundays Design Studio / IG pineapple.Sundays   

MODERATOR: Amy Loewenberg- Relations Manager at NY NOW & Sarah Schwartz- Editor of Stationery Trends and The Paper Nerd    

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Gift for Life, the gift, stationery, and home decor industries’ sole national charitable organization, has teamed up with NY NOW and DIFFA (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS) for the AIDS Walk New York 2021. The AIDS Walk New York is the largest single-day AIDS fundraising event in the world. In its over 30 years, the event has inspired nearly 890,000 people to walk and millions more to donate, raising nearly $155 million to combat HIV and AIDS.  Listen as we share the history of Gift For Life and hear from a few Board and AIDS Walk team members on why being a part of this team is so important to them.   

GUESTS:  
Tim Hart – SVP NY NOW, GFL Board Member and AIDS Walk Team Member      

Lenise Willis - Editor in chief of Gifts and Decorative Accessories, GFL Board Member and AIDS Walk Team Member      

Kelly Bristol - VP Association and Buyer Engagement at Brandwise, GFL AIDS Walk Team Member      

Matthew Katzenson - CEO of Fine Lines, GFL Board Member and AIDS Walk Team Member      

MODERATOR: Amy Loewenberg- Relations Manager at NY NOW, GFL AIDS Walk Team Member      

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It had been Vanessa's dream to own her own store so she found a location in the best neighborhood in Brooklyn to complete her vision and as of November of 2017, Awesome Brooklyn has been brought to you by Vanessa, her daughter, and husband. At Awesome Brooklyn giving gifts in their opinion is even greater than getting them. In this podcast you will hear about Vanessa’s Awesome store…  but you will really hear her living her values. Vanessa is an activist, and her voice is loud, passionate, and courageous.  And she uses her voice and her business as a direct vehicle for standing up for values and systematic social challenges as she is rooted in principles that concentrate in an equality for all.       

RESOURCES   
|WEBSITE / INSTAGRAM: Awesome Brooklyn   
www.awesomebrooklyn.com / awesomebrooklyn

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Ann Cantrell always dreamed of opening a version of a modern-day general store and brought the concept to life in a sunny corner of Brooklyn. Her focus on blue-ribbon winning merchandise, a robust online presence and gaining the strength from her vibrant neighborhood has enabled Annie & Team to continuously pull together the “best that life has to offer, all under one roof” to win the blue ribbon for fun and function.   

RESOURCES   
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How are artisans and their social enterprises overcoming barriers? How is Fair Trade being combined with commercial innovations to adapt to new challenges? In what ways do Fair Trade Enterprises differ from conventional businesses? These questions will be explored by leaders from the Fair Trade movement. WFTO is the global community of social enterprises that fully practice Fair Trade. It's Guarantee System verifies purpose-driven businesses that put people and planet first. In this episode, Erinch Sahan, Chief Executive of WFTO, is joined by Sasibai Kimis, Founder & Chief Innovation Officer of Earth Heir and Rachel Spence, Director of Operations and Engagement at Fair Trade Federation to discuss innovations during COVID times, the commercial gains of Fair Trade and and they remain committed to their workers, artisans and communities. 

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etúHOME was founded on the belief that the utilitarian pieces used to prepare, serve and store food in, matter. Their collections reflect this lifestyle, inspired by classically rooted European designs, time-honored techniques, and honest materials you can trust. Taking this versatility and sophistication to heart, their collections are defined by modern updates to classic styles while keeping sustainability at the forefront of their brand. 

RESOURCES   
o   Website / IG: www.etuhome.com / etu.home   

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In celebration of Women’s History Month, we recognize a few inspiring women through their achievements who are making a difference and are important voices to hear.  Kristen and Stephanie developed Strong Selfie, a gifting box for girls that incorporates positive messaging to help young girls feel strong and confident.  Anna Welsh, a 16-year-old founder and CEO of Little Bags by Anna who has learned that at any age we can be changemakers and mentors to other aspiring young entrepreneurs and Grace Kang, Founder of Pink Olive whose mission is to inspire giving and beautiful living, provide a platform for young girls to speak up and fight for equality and offer business education through her Pink Olive School.   

RESOURCES   

o   Strong Selfie: www.strongselfie.com   IG: strong_selfie   

o   Little bags by Anna: www.littlebagsbyanna.com  IG: littlebagsbyanna

o   Pink Olive:  www.pinkolive.com   IG: pinkolive   

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Not just for kids anymore, stickers have become palm-sized purveyors of design, adding pops of humor as they express personality. These artful adhesives can be sweet, funny, provocative, or political, and their affordability and accessibility make them downright addictive. Our two guests have made this phenomenal add-on work for them. Brittany O’Brien’s female-friendly range has appeared in Glamour and been shouted out by Simone Biles, Sophia Busch and Carole Radziwill, while Jennifer Luna is a recognized 40 under 40 award winner, keeps her sticker assortments full and her customers coming back for more. Listen in, and you too will get stuck on this hot trend!

RESOURCES
| Websites:
Brittany Paige:  https://brittanypaige.com/     
Paper Luxe:  https://paper-luxe.com/     

Amy Loewenberg https://www.instagram.com/amy.atnynow     

Sarah Schwartz https://www.instagram.com/ms_sarah_schwartz     

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Join Amy and Sarah for the 3rd episode of their new Podcast series The Paper Plane Cocktail Hour! 

Today they're talking with paper industry veterans: Chandra Greer of Greer Chicago, Anna Cote of Modern Printed Matter, and Pamela Davis of daisyd and friends. Hear the perspective of a Retailer, a Maker, and a Rep Group owner on how 2020 has shifted their business and what opportunities have opened up for 2021.

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Kimberley can’t remember a time when she didn’t love the mail. Having moved around a lot when she was younger than email, keeping in touch via letters to pen pals was her norm and yet the thrill of a “good mail day” remains the same for her to this day.  Her passion for small businesses and local retail is strong. As is her support of community and great service and of course believing in what you buy and sell… Measure Twice… cut once.   

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