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Huxley & Kent Just Made Every West Coast Store Choose Between IPS South and Direct Ordering

Huxley & Kent just handed IPS South exclusive distribution rights for California, Nevada, and Hawaii. The brand just gave IPS South exclusive rights to California, Nevada, and Hawaii. If you stock their toys, your next reorder runs through a new channel.

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The Money

Deals, M&A, funding — and the read-through for indies.

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On the Shelf

New products, merchandising, and what's actually selling.

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The Operator

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Quick Hits

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