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Support for Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine one month ago has captured the attention of the world. The outpouring of support for the approximately 10 million displaced Ukrainians is growing as people want to help. Several international... more »
Atlanta Market prepares for large summer buying event
Atlanta Market prepares for a large buying event this summer with 8,000+ gift, home and lifestyle brands exhibiting plus a full roster of in-person events, seminars and celebrations, July 12-18, 2022 at AmericasMart Atlanta. “Exploration... more »
DMC anticipates first show of summer season to be its largest in more than 10 years
Dallas Market Center announced it expects the expanded and reimagined Temps at Total Home & Gift Market, June 22-25, will be the largest in more than ten years and has already attracted numerous key brands.... more »
ARTS Awards nominations open
Dallas Market Center (DMC) and ART, the creative home furnishings network, have announced that nominations are officially open for the 33rd ARTS Awards. The event will take place during the January 2023 Total Home & Gift Market. The... more »
U.S. Federal Court rules in favor of artist Christopher Radko over name dispute
Artist Christopher Radko faced down a preliminary injunction challenging the fair use of his name with regards to the launch of his new line of original ornaments. The U.S Federal Court in New York denied... more »
Barnes & Noble partner with GCA to highlight Louie Award finalists this summer
The Greeting Card Association announced in an email that it will partner with Barnes & Noble Stores this summer to spotlight the Louie Awards finalists. The email read as follows: Hey GCA members, We wanted... more »
NRF releases its annual retail forecast, expects 6-8% growth
The National Retail Federation (NRF) issued its annual forecast, anticipating that retail sales will grow between 6% and 8% to more than $4.86 trillion in 2022. The announcement was made during NRF’s annual State of... more »
ToyFest concludes successful Las Vegas show
ToyFest concluded its 9th show in Las Vegas at the new Expo at World Market Center and its 60th Toy Trade Show since its inception in 1961. Toy and gift stores from across the U.S. attended... more »
Trend education and sustainability efforts shape April Atlanta Apparel
Atlanta Apparel continues to grow with its April 2022 edition offering 25% more resources – including five full floors of temporary exhibits and the co-location of VOW Bridal & Formal Atlanta – as well as... more »
IMC’s Spring 2022 TrendWatch programming addresses three trends
DesignOn HPMKT by IMC will explore its Spring 2022 TrendWatch through series of five virtual and at-market presentations and guides beginning with the TrendWatch: Spring 2022 Webinar on Wednesday, March 16. IMC’s proprietary report explores... more »
Aurora World donates plush products to children and families in Ukraine
When there are opportunities to spread joy and comfort to those in need, we all should take a step forward to lend a helping hand. “Aurora World’s initial mission from the start has always been... more »
Report shares top five trends retailers should embrace in 2022
Publicis Sapient, a digital business transformation company, released its inaugural 2022 Retail Guide to Next report. The report highlights the key trends retail companies must focus on in 2022 in order to transform their businesses... more »
