Read the full article published in Gift Shop Plus in Fall 2022.
Gift + Stationery 40 Under 40 celebrates a new group of industry leaders
Gift Shop® Plus and its sister publication, Stationery Trends, are proud to introduce the 40 new honorees to the Gift + Stationery 40 Under 40 program. The class of 2022 features a new group of creatives making their marks in the industry. These emerging leaders were nominated by their peers for their impressive accomplishments.
More than 100 professionals were nominated this year, with 40 honorees selected by representatives of Gift Shop® Plus and Stationery Trends. Honorees represent all facets of the industry – from retailers and manufacturers, to designers and sales managers. Their energy, creativity and desire to make a positive impact will lead the industry into the future.
This year’s class was celebrated during a special reception hosted by editors Julie McCallum and Sarah Schwartz at the Las Vegas Market on July 24. The event, sponsored by Las Vegas Market, was held in the new Expo Center seminar and lounge area.
The Gift + Stationery 40 Under 40 Awards program, sponsored by Las Vegas Market and Mud Pie, acknowledges the next generation of gift industry extraordinaires. From shop owners and managers to stationers and company founders, the magazines are paying homage to those under 40 for their contributions to the industry.
Dock Mackie
Vice President, Solutions Engineer, MarketTime
Dock started at MarketTime in 2012 as an intern when MarketTime had only three employees. He worked through his internship and after three promotions and 10 years of experience, Dock is now a vice president at MarketTime holding the key position of solutions engineer. His success in day-to-day tasks directly propels the industry forward through innovation by solving problems that retailers, distributors, manufacturers and sales reps experience within the gift industry.