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Home & Gift Association empowers businesses to connect, collaborate and grow through access to industry expertise, influential networks and tailored support.
Your Industry.
Your Community.
Your Growth Partner.
Get Noticed
Gain industry recognition through prestigious awards, competitions, marketing opportunities, collaborations and events that help your business stand out.
Protect What Matters
Safeguard your products, ideas and business with Copywatch, free legal and HR support, and expert guidance at every stage of your journey.
Belong to Something Bigger
Join a thriving community of like-minded businesses where you can share ideas, learn from others, build meaningful relationships and grow together.
Open Doors
Connect with retailers, buyers, suppliers, industry experts and service providers through one of the most influential networks in the home and gift industry.
Learn, Develop & Succeed
Access mentoring and expert insights, specialist resources, practical guidance and industry knowledge designed to help you grow with confidence.
Go Global
Unlock specialist international trade support, export guidance and access to key industry contacts to help you explore new markets and opportunities worldwide.
Discover a vibrant community of retailers, brands, manufacturers, start-ups and service providers that make up the Home & Gift Association.
Our members represent the very best of the industry, united by a passion for innovation, collaboration and growth.
Through expert guidance, valuable connections and tailored support, we help businesses of every size build stronger, more successful futures.
We have been supporting the home and gift industry for over 80 years and over this time we have created courses both in-person and online to help you, your business, and staff to achieve greatness and success.
Read and learn from our latest documents to help your business thrive and grow. Find white papers, trend reports, and more.
View our collection of videos and educational resources which will covers topics such as social media, trends, mental heath and well being and everything in between.
Discover a range of courses that will help you, your business, and staff level up and help your business succeed even in the toughest of times.
Our Patrons and Partners stand with us to deliver opportunities to the entire industry.
The Home & Gift Association (HGA) is the UK’s dedicated trade body for the gift, home and stationery industry. As a trusted voice for the sector, we support businesses at every stage of their journey through industry-leading insights, commercial opportunities and a powerful network of contacts. With a visible presence at key trade events both in the UK and internationally, we are committed to helping our industry not just succeed, but grow.
As a member of The Home & Gift Association, you gain access to a wealth of business support, industry expertise and exclusive educational opportunities. From start-ups and emerging brands to established market leaders, our tailored resources and trusted network help businesses navigate challenges, unlock growth and achieve long-term success.
The Home & Gift Association creates opportunities for members to connect with retailers, buyers and commercial partners across the industry. Through the Buyers Circle, trade events, networking, marketing exposure and industry introductions, we help businesses increase their visibility, secure new retail opportunities and build lasting commercial relationships that drive growth.
Our expert network offers mentoring in diverse areas such as retail expansion, international sales, import/export, legal issues, HR, and marketing. This access is designed to equip our members with the knowledge and strategies needed for substantial growth and development.
The HGA hosts the Gift of the Year awards, the industry’s most recognized accolade, offering participants exposure to a wide audience of buyers, press, and industry specialists. This event provides a significant platform for brands to highlight their innovations and capture market attention.
Members of The HGA benefit from our longstanding partnership with Hyve, receiving up to 5% back on the cost of exhibition space at major events like the Spring and Autumn Fair. Terms and conditions apply, and we encourage members to contact our team for more details.
Membership in The HGA unlocks a variety of cost-saving opportunities. Enjoy discounts on hotel bookings, reduced entry fees for the Gift of the Year awards, savings on selected trade shows, and complimentary initial consultations with a range of professionals including legal advisors and marketing experts.
The HGA hosts a range of events, from 'Sharing Lunches' where members can connect with industry peers, to webinars and podcasts. These gatherings are key opportunities for members to engage with industry experts and translate these connections into business growth.
Upon joining, members are featured in our ‘Member Spotlight’ which introduces them to our extensive network of buyers, press, and industry influencers. Members also receive a personalized profile on our website and can access bespoke marketing services tailored to their specific needs.
The HGA provides a bespoke service tailored to the specific needs of each member. To discover the full range of how we can support your business, please reach out to us at enquiries@hga-uk.org or call 0121 237 1105.
