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Better Cities For Pets Annual Report highlights seven pet-friendly trends
Mars Petcare and its Better Cities for Pets program released its first Annual Report, demonstrating how pet ownership is shaping our communities. From housing and business policy to overarching economic health, pets are making a profound... more »
Petco Foundation’s Lifesaving Awards honor heroes in animal welfare
On Nov. 14, 2019, the Petco Foundation will celebrate 20 years of saving lives at its Lifesaving Awards in San Diego, California, where 500 pet-loving guests will come together to honor extraordinary animal welfare heroes. Hosted by Emmy award-winning journalist Nancy... more »
Dallas Total Home & Gift Market shares its theme for 2020
Dallas Market Center, a lifestyle marketplace in North America, shared The Five Senses is the theme for 2020 markets beginning with Total Home & Gift Market held Jan. 8-14, 2020. The theme will be presented... more »
Pavilions at Las Vegas Market showcase new and returning lines
Las Vegas Market noted that more than 90 new and returning exhibitors will be among the 450+ temporary gift and home resources showcased in the Pavilions at the Jan. 26-30, 2020 Winter 2020 Market. “The... more »
Jellybean Rugs acquires Homefires
Jellybean Rugs acquires all Homefires brand area and accent rugs, effective Jan. 1, 2020. Jellybean will revitalize and reorganize its company and products in a bold move to bring all Homefires brands into Jellybean. This... more »
Survey provides useful pet industry data for independent retailers
The 2017-2018 APPA National Pet Owners Survey revealed that overall pet ownership has increased over the past few decades. Approximately 68% of all households that participated in the survey own pets. Dogs take the top... more »
IMC launches new product competition
International Market Centers’ (IMC) new Market Snapshot is a competition launching at the Winter 2020 markets. Top products showing at The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market and Las Vegas Market are now in... more »
NRF Foundation honors individuals who are shaping the future of retail
The NRF Foundation named an exclusive group of individuals to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future 2020. The honorees are industry leaders who are impacting retail and will be recognized Jan. 12, 2020, at... more »
Precious Moments adds to licensing roster
The Precious Moments merchandise licensing program expands licensing roster with three new deals brokered by Spotlight Licensing. Recently added licensees include Everyday Kids for infant and toddler bedding, Rauch Industries, Inc. for glass holiday ornaments,... more »
Toy Association inducts three icons into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame
The Toy Association announced that it will induct three icons into the esteemed Toy Industry Hall of Fame. The individuals nominated include: Thomas Chan, founder and CEO of Playmates Toys Inc.; Thomas G. Murdough, Jr., founder... more »
Gift industry mourns loss of young leader
Jon Neidlinger, brother of Nora Napientek and co-owner of nora fleming, passed away in a car accident on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2019. "As you can imagine for a small business rooted in family, losing him... more »
Atlanta International and Home Furnishings Market grows seasonal, gift resources
The Atlanta International and Home Furnishings Market grows seasonal and gift resources for January 2020. The showcase of seasonal and faux botanical merchandise expands in January with two new showroom debuts and five major expansions... more »
