Surf Expo plans January 2021 in-person show

Surf Expo, a watersports and beach lifestyle tradeshow announced that its upcoming Jan. 6-8, 2021 show will take place in Orlando, Florida. The show will be located in the West Concourse of the Orange County Convention Center, a shift... more »

What do you need to be successful in 2021?

If we’ve learned one thing from 2020, it’s that we don’t know ANYTHING about tomorrow! That’s why we at Gift Shop Plus want to know what YOU and other retailers need to know to be... more »

GCA’s Virtual Workshop & Retreat features industry professionals

The Greeting Card Association's (GCA) Workshop & Retreat will be held Nov. 12-13, 2020, and offers 24 sessions designed for greeting card makers. The sessions will address a variety of important industry topics. The full agenda is available... more »

Las Vegas Design Center webinar addresses maximizing profits for designers

International Market Centers (IMC) announced that the November installment of Las Vegas Design Center’s (LVDC) monthly “First Friday” program will address maximizing end-of-year profits for designers. Additionally, select LVDC and other World Market Center Las... more »

IMC expands customer outreach to prioritize omnichannel business needs

International Market Centers (IMC) announced a significant expansion of its customer outreach, marketing and brand strategy teams to support the company’s rapid development of omnichannel solutions for the gift, home and apparel industries. The company-wide... more »

IMC to present 22 buying events in 2021

International Market Centers (IMC) today confirmed it will produce 22 buying opportunities for the home furnishings, gift and apparel industries in 2021. The wholesale events will take place in Atlanta, High Point, N.C and Las... more »

Thinking on your feet: Adjusting to the new norms in shops and shows

{Sponsored} In the sleepy college town of Hanover, New Hampshire, much of life (and shopping traffic) centers around Dartmouth College and the campus population. After Dartmouth cancelled all activities prior to the 2020 graduation ceremonies... more »

Dallas Market Center becomes national resource for apparel and accessories

Marketplace expanding to meet demand Dallas Market Center concluded its year with a strong October Apparel & Accessories Market, held October 20-23, continuing the momentum of Dallas events. Planning is already underway to expand the... more »

Great Wolf Lodge

Resorts offer travelers amazing retail experiences. This year, museums&MORE wanted to discover the shopping amenities offered at Great Wolf Lodge, a resort that is well-known for its attractions and entertainment. Great Wolf Lodge opened in... more »

Greeting Card Association announces virtual line up

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) is offering 24 sessions designed for greeting card makers during its two-day Virtual Workshop & Retreat to be held November 12th and 13th. While the greeting card category is experiencing... more »