DMC experiences record number of new buyer applications

Dallas Market Center (DMC), a lifestyle marketplace in North America, has announced that the number of new buyer applications for the first four months of 2021 is up 50% versus 2019. Retail buyers and interior... more »

National Candle Association shares seven candle ideas

The National Candle Association (NCA) shares seven candle ideas that are ideal for Mother's and Father's Day. Ideas Bring the Day Spa Home Since going to a spa may not be possible this year, bring... more »

Owner of Patent Press Greeting Cards gives business away to help others

Bob Hickey, owner and founder of Patent Press Greeting Cards, is giving away his business to help people at Lifetime Assistance — an organization that offers a “full spectrum of services to empower individuals with... more »

IMC’s June Market Insights explores the return of in-person retail

With COVID restrictions easing and business returning to more normal operations, International Market Centers’ (IMC) June 2021 Market Insights webinar will explore the ways that retailers are preparing for consumers’ return to their stores. The... more »

*NOTED: The Greeting Card Expo showcases greeting card makers

The Greeting Card Association (GCA), is excited to welcome retailers, sales reps, and buyers to its upcoming virtual event, *Noted: The Greeting Card Expo, May 20-21, 2021. Registration is free for attendees and includes access to... more »

DMC releases updated health & safety policies for June markets

Dallas Market Center (DMC), following more than 10 months of successful trade events, has announced updated health and safety policies and guidelines for June markets including Apparel & Accessories Market, Total Home & Gift Market,... more »

World Market Center Las Vegas hosts two in-person buying events

International Market Centers (IMC) announced that its World Market Center Las Vegas campus will host two events – a sourcing opportunity and a designer-focused educational program – in May with Las Vegas Design Center’s (LVDC)... more »

NY NOW welcomes Brad Ford as creative director

NY NOW, a wholesale market for retailers and specialty buyers, announced a partnership with New York-based interior designer Brad Ford. As Creative Director, a newly created role, Brad will work in tandem with the NY... more »

Showcase, a new virtual show, releases details

Jewel Branding & Licensing, the founders of Showcase, announced keynote address details and a host of exhibitors, which have signed on for the inaugural event to be held on May 20-21, 2021. This new virtual... more »

GCA releases names of Noted @ Noted finalists

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) has announced the finalists in the second annual Noted @ *Noted Products Awards Competition. The competition is held in conjunction with the industry’s annual greeting card focused trade show, *Noted: The... more »