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Hallmark Cards, Inc. started as a small postcard business in 1910 and grew into a global leader in the greeting card industry. Founded by J.C. Hall in Kansas City, Hallmark introduced innovations like decorative wrapping paper and expanded into television with the Hallmark Hall of Fame. Today, Hallmark remains a trusted name in heartfelt communication, with a lasting legacy in business, culture, and philanthropy.