Gift Card & Voucher Association (GCVA)

GCVA MEMBERS📣 The GCVA Hall of Fame Awards Call for Entries are now live! Enter to be recognised for your achievements and contributions to the gift card industry⭐ Be in with a chance of winning a coveted GCVA Hall of Fame award and join a glamorous evening of networking & prestige. It’s FREE to enter!* With 12 awards up for grabs, there is plenty of opportunity for you to show off and celebrate your hard work over the past 12 months. So what are you waiting for? Head to the GCVA website or check your inboxes for the entry form and all-important overview pack. Make sure you are also registered for our Call for Entries webinar, May 23, where we show you how to create the perfect submission.🟪 *Awards entries exclusive to GCVA members. To become a member, head to our website here: https://lnkd.in/eK_vZ3e3 #HOFA24 #HallofFame #GCVAawards #CallforEntries #celebrate Thank you to Lead Sponsor: Blackhawk Network

MEMBERS📣 The GCVA July Consumer Data Report is out now, delivered by GlobalData Plc. Check your inboxes! See top-line findings below: - 2024 has seen consumers prioritise seasonal events spending - Health & beauty is set to be the only non-food area to experience notable growth (5.4%) - 34.2% of gift card buyers purchased digital gift cards over June 2024, compared to 27.2% in June 2023 - The outperformance of single brand cards was driven by the Father’s Day occasion - The rate of digital purchasing was the highest since May 2020 Visit the GCVA Knowledge Hub to view the full report https://lnkd.in/e_KiV3wc Not a GCVA Member? Apply today to access our range of research: https://lnkd.in/eK_vZ3e3 #GCVAmembers #consumerreport #GCVAresearch #data #spendinghabits

GCVA Members 📣 Join the first-ever digital GCVA Connect Fraud Forum Date: Thursday 31 July Time: 11:30 - 12:30 This online event will higlight issues from victim-assisted fraud to digital and physical card fraud, as well as best practice and legal responsibilities to support brands, businesses and end-users. Check your inbox to register. #GCVAmembers #GCVAevents #FraudForum #digitalevent #giftcard

GCVA Retailer Members 📣 There's still chance to register for the GCVA Connect July Retailer Forum today! This exclusive forum is your chance to connect with fellow GCVA Retailer Members and discuss topics on emerging use cases, loyalty and more. Check your inbox for the registration link. #GCVAevents #GCVAretailermembers #retailerforum #discussion #giftcards

GCVA Members ⭐ Time to book your table or single tickets for the GCVA Hall of Fame Awards Judging has now commenced to see who will walk away a winner, there are no shortlists so make sure you book to avoid disappointment. Click below for individual tickets or email awards@gcva.co.uk to book your table. https://lnkd.in/dfkKG_vb #HOFA24 #HallofFame #GCVAawards #booknow #giftcards #GCVAmembers

GCVA Members📣 NOMINATE YOUR RISING STAR OF THE YEAR ⭐ This award recognises individual excellence within the industry and highlights up-and-comers for a new generation of gift card experts. Who is the Rising Star in your team? Who stands out above the rest? Who should the industry know about? Head to the GCVA Hall of Fame site to enter your nomination. Last year’s inaugural winner was Katie Lavis, who will be this year’s winner? #GCVAawards #HOFA24 #GCVAmembers #RisingStar #newgeneration #nomination

The GCVA Team are having a great time with our partners Incentive Gift Card Coalition at the IMA Summit in New Orleans, learning about the American market, trends and challenges, as well as opportunities for gift cards and wider incentives and rewards.⭐ We would love to chat to you, come and say hi! #GCVAmembers #GCVAevents #IGCC #IMASummit #giftcards #incentives Incentive Marketing Association Victoria Evans Dr Hannah Shimko

GCVA Members 📣 Register for a brand new digital event in the GCVA calendar to discuss all things fraud in the gift card industry. GCVA Connect Fraud Forum Wednesday 31 July 11:30-12:30 We will discuss everything from victim-assisted fraud to digital and physical card fraud well as best practice and legal responsibilities to support brands, businesses and end-users. GCVA Members, check your inbox to register. #GCVAevents #GCVAmembers #GCVAconnect #FraudForum #bestpractice #giftcards

Calling GCVA members The GCVA Connect July Open Forum takes place today. Join us to discuss peak strategies, international loyalty and hear from 3 new GCVA members. A jam-packed session full of insight and updates on the gift card landscape. Check your inbox for the registration link. #GCVAevents #GCVAmembers #GCVAconnect #Openforum #discussion