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IMC enters agreement to purchase 121 N. Hamilton Street, High Point
International Market Centers (IMC) has entered into an agreement to purchase the 50,542-square-foot showroom building located at 121 N. Hamilton St. in downtown High Point. The deal for the property, which was formerly owned by... more »
One of a Kind Holiday Show returns to The Mart in December
One of a Kind Holiday Show returns to The Mart from Dec. 5-8, 2019, with more than 600 talented artists and makers. The One of a Kind Show, held two times per year in Chicago at... more »
Pure Paws Hemp heading to Pet Connections Expo
Global Widget, LLC, a Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of premium hemp-derived CBD products, showcases its Pure Paws Hemp product line at Pet Connections Expo, Oct. 15-16, at the New Jersey Convention & Expo Center. Pure... more »
Las Vegas Market opens registration for Winter 2020
Registration for Winter 2020 Las Vegas Market is open. Las Vegas Market runs from Jan. 26-30, 2020, and offers more than 4,300 cross-category furniture, home décor and gift resources across four locations (Buildings A, B... more »
Gift Shop seeks input for its Buyers’ Journey Survey
Gift Shop is researching information sources that are most influential to retailers for each stage of the product sourcing and purchasing process. We are seeking input from retail buyers to complete the research and ask... more »
Things Remembered unveils brand transformation
Things Remembered, an omni-channel retailer of personalized products and gifts, unveiled a brand transformation, encouraging customers to make all of life’s moments more personal and in the process build stronger connections with who they love.... more »
Satya Nadella opens NRF 2020 Vision: Retail’s Big Show
Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, will deliver the opening keynote at the National Retail Federation’s 109th NRF 2020 Vision: Retail's Big Show in New York City in January. “At NRF 2020, we’re bringing together the brightest... more »
Suites at Market Square showcases robust lineup for High Point Market
International Market Centers (IMC) said that another 26 new temporary exhibitors will debut in the Suites at Market Square (SAMS) – bringing the total number of SAMS newcomers to 50 for Fall 2019 High Point... more »
NRF expects 2019 holiday retail sales to increase
The National Retail Federation (NRF) today said it expects holiday retail sales during November and December to increase between 3.8% and 4.2% over 2018 to a total of between $727.9 billion and $730.7 billion. The... more »
Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market offers enhancements for 2020
The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market kicks off International Market Centers’ (IMC) 2020 trade show year with an exciting week of new product introductions, new showroom presentations and an engaging line up of tastemaker... more »
Las Vegas Market honors Martyn Lawrence Bullard as 2020 Design Icon
Martyn Lawrence Bullard, an award-winning interior designer recognized internationally for his broad range of styles and eclectic, yet sophisticated and inviting interior designs and licensed collections, will be honored as the 2020 Design Icon during... more »
Christmasworld trends for 2020/2021
How can retailers impress their customers, if emotions, the experience and convenience are the main requirements when shopping? First and foremost, with new products and displays that reflect the current zeitgeist. The motto for the... more »
