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May’s retail sales show consumer resilience
May’s retail sales show consumer resilience and confidence in the economy. Retail sales rose 0.5 percent in May seasonally adjusted from April and up 3.2 percent unadjusted year-over-year, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). The... more »
Dallas Men’s Show delivers new products to retailers
Dallas Market Center delivers new products to retailers at the Dallas Men’s Show on July 27-29, 2019. Independent retailers will have access to new showrooms and lines, returning top brands and events. The show presents... more »
Retail theft and cybersecurity concerns rise
Theft, fraud and losses from other retail “shrink” totaled $50.6 billion in 2018, up from $46.8 billion the year before as industry security executives said there is a growing overlap between loss prevention and cybersecurity... more »
AmericasMart Atlanta shares July show’s programming
AmericasMart Atlanta: The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market offers nearly 30 events and seminars, gourmet demonstrations, lounges and celebrations this July. Attendees will connect with tastemakers, trendsetters and leaders from the design, entertaining,... more »
Dallas Market Center hosts smart home panel discussion
Dallas Market Center will host a panel discussion with the grand opening of the first smart home showroom in North America, Smarter Living by Design. The panel takes place on Thursday, June 20 from 4:30-5:30 p.m.... more »
Summer Fancy Food Show recognizes food pioneers
Three specialty food pioneers will be recognized by the Specialty Food Association at the upcoming Summer Fancy Food Show. To honor their contributions to the nearly $150 billion specialty food industry, Lifetime Achievement Awards will... more »
Pavilions at Las Vegas Market showcase new and returning lines
The Pavilions will showcase new and returning lines this summer season and will provide destinations, showcases, seminars and even guided tours. More than 100 new and returning exhibitors will be among the 500+ temporary gift... more »
Updated exhibitor lineup for PATS Telford
A growing number of new exhibitors will be joining a long list of regular attendees September 22-23 as PATS Telford shapes up to be another epic event. More than 150 manufacturers and suppliers have so far... more »
Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market expands temporary collection
The home and gift product temporary exhibits expand its offerings as it prepares for its summer 2019 staging. The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market presents a new Boutique LUXE category, an expanded Body... more »
ASTRA announces 2019 winners of Excellence Awards
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) announced the 2019 winners of ASTRA’s coveted Excellence Awards today. Nominated by the ASTRA membership, the awards recognize retailers, manufacturers, sales representatives, and young professionals who represent the... more »
LA MART and Museum Store Association partner
LA Mart and Museum Store Association (MSA) will partner during LA Mart’s Summer Market, July 18-22, 2019. This collaboration will emerge in the form of a special exhibit space designated for MSA vendors in the... more »
Las Vegas Market offers seminars and events
Las Vegas Market will provide programming for 2019 Summer Las Vegas Market, offering buyers, designers and retailers opportunities to connect with peers, become educated on the latest industry trends and earn CEU credits. Summer Market... more »
