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LA Mart opens one week earlier in 2020
LA Mart is opening on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020, one week earlier than in the past. LA Mart is the first market in the west, which will introduce the winter gift and home buying season before... more »
The Knot reveals 10 wedding trends for 2020 celebrations
The Knot, a wedding planning and registry resource, reveals 10 wedding trends to anticipate for 2020 celebrations. Couples marrying in 2020 will place a greater emphasis on intentional and deeply meaningful personalization, as well as on creating an... more »
Atlanta NEXT initiative makes its first impact on AmericasMart Atlanta
The Atlanta NEXT initiative, which transforms AmericasMart Atlanta through capital investments and strategic remerchandising of resources, has made its first impact on the campus with the repositioning and expansion of Open Year Round home décor... more »
Winter shows present opportunities to buy product and identify trends
The cold days of winter are an opportunity to buy product, identify trends and source new products to carry in stores. With the popularity of pet products increasing, there is such a variety of merchandise... more »
The Toy Association unveils 2020 Toy of the Year Award finalists
The Toy Association unveiled 114 toy and game finalists for the prestigious 2020 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards. Known as the "Oscars" of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program recognizes the top playthings on... more »
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 »
