Las Vegas Market expands temporary exhibit space by 50 percent

Las Vegas Market announced that momentum is fueling its expansion of temporary exhibition space — known as The Pavilions at Las Vegas Market — with the addition of a second location allowing for a 50-percent... more »

Emerald Expositions announces new events strategy in licensing arena

Emerald Expositions, producer of more than 65 tradeshows and events, has launched an events strategy that is designed to support the needs of the licensing industry, which according the Licensing Letter is a $158.8 billion... more »

Gerry Ward

Founder Gerry WardWildlife Artists Inc.Bethel, Connecticut How many people in the plush toy industry were once an NBA first-round draft pick selection? Gerry Ward was back in 1963. Ward, who grew up in the Bronx,... more »

Ports see ‘dramatic difference’ from last year as holiday merchandise arrives

Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to increase 8.3 percent this month over the same time last year as consumers begin their holiday shopping, according to the monthly Global... more »

Balmoral Funds completes the acquisition of Enesco, LLC

Balmoral Funds, a Los Angeles-based private equity fund focused on partnering with talented and committed management teams in the mid-market, announced that it has acquired Enesco, LLC, a global leader in gift, plush toy, and... more »

Windy City Gift Show announces seminar lineup for Winter 2016 edition

To arm Midwest retailers with the tools and strategies they need to succeed in today's ever-changing retail climate, Urban Expositions will offer a full roster of free educational seminars during the fifth edition of Windy City Gift... more »

Regent Holding Company gains new investor

Regent Holding Company, parent company to brands Creative Co-Op and Bloomingville, announced an investment by private equity firm Freeman Spogli & Co., the Wang family, and management as part of a corporate recapitalization.“We are excited... more »

House passes long-term transportation bill

NRF released its thoughts regarding the House recently passing a long-term transportation bill that is critically important to America’s retailers. H.R. 3763, the Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2015, includes major reforms that... more »

Workplace Wellness: The Right Prescription

Wholesale accessories company bungalow360, located on two acres in Fallbrook, California, recently started a program called "Go Outside," which encourages employees to have a daily connection with nature. Employees can work... more »

DIY made easy with Creativeworld

Creativeworld, the leading international trade fair for hobbies, crafts and artists’ requisites, will be presenting the trends for the forthcoming season from January 30-February 2, 2016. During the show, specialist retailers from all over the... more »