Independent makers return to NY NOW

After a two year hiatus, independent makers Michael Wainwright USA and Caskata Artisanal Home return to NY NOW for the show being held August 11-14, 2019, at the Javits Center. This will also be the... more »

IMC names Cain Brodie as general manager of Las Vegas Design Center

International Market Centers (IMC) promotes Cain Brodie to general manager of Las Vegas Design Center (LVDC), a collection of design-driven, open year-round showrooms located on the World Market Center Las Vegas campus, effective August 1,... more »

Party City names new CEO

Party City names new CEO one day after the previous CEO Ryan Vero's new role was announced. In a quick turnaround statement, Brad Weston was appointed CEO of Party City Retail Group and president of... more »

Summer 2019 Las Vegas Market plans numerous events

New and expanding home furnishings and gift resources and industry-exclusive programming will be on tap for Summer 2019 Las Vegas Market, running July 28 – August 1, 2019. Las Vegas Market features 4,300 plus furniture,... more »

Retailers seek clarity on ADA website claims

The Retail Litigation Center (RLC) and the National Retail Federation (NRF) asked the U.S. Supreme Court to take a case that will enable the court to establish a reasonable, nationwide standard for evaluating website accessibility claims... more »

Dallas Market Center launches Discover CBD

Dallas Market Center, anticipating the tremendous business opportunities for retail sales of CBD products, has launched Discover CBD — a comprehensive merchandising, promotion and business education program. Dallas is the first market center in the... more »

museums&MORE Summer 2019

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Gift for Life supports Bailey House with Text-to-Give

Gift for Life, the gift and home industries' sole charitable organization, continues its successful Text-to-Give campaign in connection with the 2019 Retailer Excellence Awards (REAs). Donations are being collected and will directly benefit Bailey House,... more »

Products with a Purpose

In our industry, there’s no shortage of companies doing their part to make the world a better place. From community service and mission trips to product and proceeds donation, these are just some of the... more »

Noted returns in May 2020

Noted, the greeting card expo, returns in 2020 and will take place in conjunction with Blue Print from May 2 through May 4, 2020. The 2020 expo will be held at the Festival Pavilion, located on the... more »