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The Inspired Home Show 2020 cancels amid Coronavirus concerns
After careful consideration regarding the ongoing spread of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) overseas and recent cases in the United States, the International Housewares Association’s Board of Directors has decided not to hold The Inspired Home Show 2020,... more »
Rocky Mountain Gift Show 2020 recaps activity at this winter’s show
The Rocky Mountain Gift and Apparel Show was full of activity this winter, with sustainable new product offerings and trending product categories that cater to the Western United States region. Seminars and networking events were... more »
Consumers continue to drive economy
The National Retail Federation (NRF) forecasted that retail sales during 2020 will increase between 3.5% and 4.1% to more than $3.9 trillion despite uncertainty from the lingering trade war, coronavirus and the presidential election and... more »
The American International Toy Fair reveals new products
This year marks the 117th American International Toy Fair. It is the largest toy trade show in the Western Hemisphere, the third largest in the world and a critical time for the approximately $22 Billion U.S. traditional toy... more »
Brandwise launches new tools to keep products flowing to retailers during Coronavirus disruptions
In response to the supply chain disruptions caused by the Coronavirus, Brandwise has expedited the launch of new tools to make it quick, easy and free for suppliers to keep sales representatives aware of on-hand... more »
IHA addresses concerns related to Coronavirus and its impacts
The International Housewares Association (IHA), owners and operators of The Inspired Home Show, have prepared the following Frequently Asked Questions to address concerns related to Coronavirus and the impact it is having on the Show.... more »
Consumers spend near $100 billion on pet products and services
Steve King, CEO of the American Pet Products Association (APPA), announced that U.S. sales of pet products and services are nearing $100 billion for the first time, as 2019 spending reached $95.7 billion. The announcement came during Global... more »
Retailers applaud NLRB on final joint employer rule
The National Retail Federation (NRF) issued the following statement from senior David French, vice president of government relations, in response to the National Labor Relations Board’s final rule regarding joint employer status. The rule reinstates the traditional... more »
Meowijuana launches new cat toys and treats at Global Pet Expo 2020
Meowijuana, a natural catnip company, launches three new "buzzworthy" cat treats and three new cat toys at the Global Pet Expo in Orlando, Florida in February. Meowijuana introduced the three new 1.8 calorie cat treats... more »
HEMPVET expands CBD pet product brand to feline and equine markets
HEMPVET, a hemp-derived cannabinoid pet product company, launched nine new pet wellness products, including its first for cats and horses. Its new products are designed to address a specific issue, including anxiety, digestive disorders, hip... more »
LocatorX launches LXConnect platform
LocatorX, which provides accurate and flexible tracking technology to companies across a variety of industries, launched its LXConnect platform, the primary portal into the LocatorX product suite for product scan, movement, authentication and location information.... more »
Gift for Life honors Adam Glassman with Industry Achievement Award
Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ sole charitable organization, announced that Adam Glassman, creative director of O, The Oprah Magazine, will be honored with its 2020 Gift for Life Industry Achievement Award during the 69th Annual... more »
