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The GCVA are looking to recruit a talented Business Development Administrator
The GCVA is recruiting a Business Development and Communications Assistant ahead of the November Summit. Reporting to the Head of Business Development and Engagement, the role supports membership, sponsorship, content, events and communications — a strong start for someone looking to grow a career in a trade association.
Giftcard500 – campaigning to make a difference for businesses, employees and the economy
Giftcard500 is the GCVA’s campaign to raise HMRC’s Trivial Benefits Allowance from £50 tax-free to at least £500. A higher threshold would let employers recognise staff more meaningfully, support retention and recruitment, and put extra spending into retail, leisure and hospitality without extra tax complexity.
Dr Hannah Shimko Appointed as Director General of the Gift Card and Voucher Association (GCVA)
The GCVA has appointed Dr Hannah Shimko as Managing Director from 10 April 2024. Formerly CEO of the Online Dating and Discovery Association, she brings trade-association leadership in membership growth, policy and communications. Co-Chairs Siobhan Moore and Adam Hobbs said her experience was exactly what the GCVA needed.
Gift card industry leaders, GCVA, launch a new web presence with support from Bravand
The GCVA has launched a new public website and digital suite with Bravand, built to showcase the association’s community, insight and services. The component-based site, powered by Versoly, is designed to work across devices and reflects eight years of a more energetic, community-led organisation.
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2020: The Shop Local Revolution
2020 accelerated high-street change, and Miconex used town and city gift cards to drive local recovery. The company added 17 new programmes this year, taking the total past 50, and shares the trends shaping how places can encourage people to shop local after an extraordinary year for retail.