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NRF offers Operation Open Door for retailers
NRF now offers Operation Open Doors, a guide for retailers on reopening stores. Operation Open Doors - Path to Reopen Retail, led by NRF and Seyfarth LLP, provides NRF members with tools and guidance that will help... more »
IMC Market websites launch new digital content to bring buyers and exhibitors together
In a time of business disruptions due to the COVID-19 crisis, International Market Centers (IMC) is launching new online resource centers through its Atlanta, Las Vegas, and High Point Market websites. Through these new portals,... more »
ASTRA launches two-month trial membership
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) stated that it is offering a two-month introductory membership designed to give toy professionals immediate access to the nationwide ASTRA network for sharing COVID-19-related business strategies. This short-term... more »
Classy Art hosts virtual High Point Market
Classy Art will host a virtual High Point Market for its customers and sales force from Monday, April 27 through Sunday, May 3. Classy Art is donating 50% of the net proceeds to Save the... more »
Retailers unveil Blueprint for Shopping Safe
The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) and the National Retail Federation (NRF) released a Blueprint for Shopping Safe outlining a phased-in approach to reopening retail. The plan urges governors to issue uniform, statewide protocols for retailers to... more »
ASD Market Week offers three on-demand webinars
ASD Market Week offers three on-demand webinars geared towards brick-and-mortar stores that will provide insight from industry professionals. The webinars are now available. On-Demand Webinars 5 Virtual Strategies Brick-and-Mortar Stores Can Easily Implement Now Despite... more »
NY NOW, ASD offer new webinars and reservations are needed
Powered by Emerald, ASD Market Week, NY NOW, Surf Expo and Outdoor Retailer now offer Stand Up 4 Retail webinars. Some webinars are scheduled for specific dates and require reservations, others may be available on-demand.... more »
OneCoast relaunches virtual show this summer
OneCoast, a nationwide sales and marketing services company, will relaunch its Virtual Show this summer to provide retailers an opportunity to shop online while accessing the new product introductions, show specials, giveaways, and the latest... more »
*Noted: A Virtual Event goes live May 1
The *Noted: the Greeting Card Expo San Francisco may have been canceled, but it is hosting a celebratory virtual event on Friday, May 1, 2020 from 12 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. called *Noted: A Virtual... more »
Design Imports launches a drop ship program
Design Imports, a wholesale home and kitchen textiles company, as well as its three sister brands Bucky, European Soaps and Tickled Pink, recently launched an Independent Retailer Drop Ship Program. The Seattle based brands rolled... more »
IMC conducts buyer survey regarding state of the industry
International Market Centers (IMC) shared it will provide a survey of 200,000+ home furnishings, gift and apparel buyers that will result in a real-time representation of the state of the industry during the COVID-19 crisis.... more »
Two’s Company hosts its first Retailer Virtual Town Hall meeting
Two’s Company will be hosting its first Retailer Virtual Town Hall meeting on Thursday, April 23, 2020. The mission of the Retailer Virtual Town Hall is to connect retailers and help them develop creative ways... more »
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