Jul 11, 2016
Las Vegas Market announces more partnerships, buying power for summer event

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At Summer Las Vegas MarketJuly 31-August 4, 2016, many of the nation’s top associations and buying groups – including newest partners Casual Classics, Good Toy Group and PRESENTer Network – will convene to network, learn, and shop a fresh selection of the newest cross-category products available.  Representing the home furnishings and gift industries, as well as the interior design community, many associations are hosting educational seminars, tours and other networking events on-site to provide added value to their current members and expose these associations to potential new members.

“Our campus provides the perfect setting for industry associations, from furniture to gift and more, to host member events and offer educational opportunities,” said Dorothy Belshaw, President of Gift and Home Décor, International Market Centers. “We continue to see more and more groups utilizing our campus for national meetings, networking events and conventions. We are committed to partnering with these associations to help them deliver value to their members while also providing them with exposure to our broad network of potential new members both during market and year-round. Also, Las Vegas is one of the most exciting cities in the world, so the “fun factor” is icing on the cake.”

New for Summer 2016, Las Vegas Market is partnering with:
Casual Classics
A nationwide casual furniture buying group representing more than 250 retail outlets in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, Casual Classics will bring its members to Summer Las Vegas Market to network, learn and shop a fresh selection of the newest outdoor and casual products available. The 100 percent member-owned group represents more than $22 million in combined wholesale volume. For more information: http://www.casualclassics.com

Good Toy Group
The Good Toy Group creates catalogs for our independently owned toy stores across the country that focus on quality toys for children of all ages. A member-owned marketing and buying group that specializes in fabulous marketing pieces, online marketing support and buying programs. For more information: www.goodtoygroup.com

PRESENTer Network
The PRESENTer Network is a retailer networking group composed of 100+ top independent specialty gift stores nationwide. Launched by industry veterans Caroline “Keb” Kennedy and Kathy “Kat” Krassner – co-editors/co-founders of the new PRESENT consumer magazine – additional PRESENTer Network benefits include networking receptions at major trade shows, special discounts from PRESENT advertisers, and editorial mentions within the magazine. For more information: www.presentmag.com

Returning partners include:
Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resource Professionals (AHVRP)
Healthcare Gift Guide: Top Picks for Hospital Gift Shops with Tina Pridgeon, Phelps County Regional Medical Center in Rolla, MO (O.1 CEU)
Hosted by Association for Healthcare Volunteer Resource Professionals
Sunday, July 312:30-4:00 p.m.
Inside Entrance to Temporaries Pavilion #1
Groups are limited to 20 buyers, RSVP: http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2721586/LVM-Summer-2016-Healthcare-Gift-Guide

AHVRP, a professional membership group of the American Hospital Association is the premier professional membership society for healthcare volunteer services, retail operations and related support services disciplines. For more information: www.ahvrp.org.

Cantrex Nationwide
For over 50 years, Cantrex Nationwide has helped independent Canadian retailers in the Appliance, Consumer Electronics, Furniture, Bedding, Photography, Floor Covering and Home Decor categories grow and prosper in an ever-changing marketplace. With more than 1,200 retail outlets in Canada, Cantrex produces over $2.5 billion in annual retail sales. For more information: www.cantrex.com

The Gourmet Retailer
Gourmet Insights Luncheon Panel Discussion
Kathleen Taggart of Draeger’s HOME & Cooking School, Janet McDonald of The Gourmet Gallery, Mary Liz Curtin of Leon & Lulu and Anna Wolfe, Editor-in-Chief of The Gourmet Retailer
Tuesday, August 212:00-2:00pm
C11 Seminar Room, Building C, C1133
Complimentary lunch will be served. RSVP: www.lasvegasmarket.com/events.

HTI Buying Group
The Housewares Training & Information Group, known as HTI Buying Group, offers independent kitchenware and tabletop specialty retailers the opportunity to buy products and programs from member vendors on a corporate discount plan. HTI brings together affiliated members to provide access to training, information and resources to improve sales and increase profits while maintaining their autonomy and independence. Learn more at: www.htibuyinggroup.com

Ideation
The Gift Catalog Leader Since 1965, Ideation is the premier gift catalog company in the United States, providing catalog and marketing services to independent gift, toy and fashion retailers nationwide. With over 350 stores from coast to coast participating in its catalog programs each year, Ann Arbor, Michigan-based Ideation’s expertise and buying power make a significant difference in the cost of merchandising and advertising for its members. For more information: www.ideationgifts.com

Museum Store Association (MSA)
National Board Meeting and Curated Docent Tour (RSVP)
Led by Barbara Lenhardt and Hosted by Museum Store Association and IMC
Monday, August 1, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Tour in Temporaries at The Pavilions, Inside Entrance to Pavilion 1
Groups are limited to 20 buyers, RSVP: http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2721549/LVM-Summer-2016-Curated-Docent-Tours

Networking Reception with Cocktails
Hosted by Museum Store Association
Monday, August 1, 5:00 – 6:00pm
Pavilions Seminar Room, Pavilion 1
Existing and prospective MSA members and vendors are welcome. Buyers and vendors, RSVP now to attend: http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2677382/2016-Las-Vegas-Summer-Reception

For a full list of returning partners, view the full release here.




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