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Mud Pie encourages volunteerism with new VTO Policy
Mud Pie has introduced a paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) policy that allows associates to donate their time to the causes that are closest to their hearts. “As a family-owned company, we recognize the many... more »
Dallas Market Center launches new advertising campaign
Dallas Market Center has taken a bold step, launching a fashion-forward and artistic advertising campaign that communicates the vibrant Dallas Market Center brand and its position as the only true lifestyle marketplace. The campaign’s debut... more »
Retail sales impacted by slower tax refunds and weather
Retail sales were down 0.2 percent in April seasonally adjusted from March but up 5.2 percent unadjusted year-over-year, the National Retail Federation (NRF) noted. The numbers exclude automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants. “Slower tax... more »
Minnetonka to open new showroom at Dallas Market Center
Dallas Market Center, the western lifestyle marketplace and home to WESA’s International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Markets beginning in 2021, said Minnetonka will relocate its showroom and open in a new space inside the growing... more »
Noted: The Greeting Card Expo debuts May 18
The greeting card industry is buzzing with excitement for Noted: The Greeting Card Expo happening May 18 through May 20, 2019 at the Brooklyn Expo Center and hosted by the Greeting Card Association (GCA). Noted... more »
Ocean City Resort Gift Show returns to the Roland E. Powell Convention Center
The Ocean City Resort Gift Show, a souvenir and resort industry trade event, returns to the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland from November 17-19, 2019. This show features 300+ booths filled... more »
Las Vegas Market expands furniture resources
Las Vegas Market noted that seven relocating, expanding and renewing home furnishings showrooms will enhance the furniture resources at Summer 2019 Las Vegas Market, running July 28 through August 1, 2019. These early leasing gains... more »
Decor resources grow for AmericasMart Atlanta
Twenty-two design-driven showrooms are opening new locations, reimagining their spaces or renewing their leases in preparation for The Atlanta International Gift at Home Furnishings Market, July 9-15, 2019. The Market’s Home Décor Collection features nearly... more »
Nutrisource Pet Foods “Pinstripe Pets” contest celebrates Yankees four-legged fans
Nutrisource Pet Foods, official pet food of the New York Yankees, announced the return of a popular Instagram contest that provides pet parents with the opportunity to showcase their furry friend on the Yankee Stadium... more »
NRF says tariffs are a gamble for U.S. economy
After the Trump administration released a list of $300 billion of Chinese goods that will be targeted by additional tariffs of 25 percent, The National Retail Federation (NRF) president and CEO Matthew Shay shared his... more »
NY NOW will debut Fashion Runway at Summer Market
NY NOW will debut Fashion Runway, NY NOW’s first-ever fashion show, at the upcoming Summer 2019 market. The show, consisting of jewelry and fashion accessories from around the globe, will be presented and curated by... more »
Emerald Expositions appoints Sally Shankland as new president and CEO
Emerald Expositions Events, Inc. has appointed Sally Shankland as the president and CEO of Emerald. Shankland will assume her new role on June 1, 2019 and will remain a member of the Company’s Board of... more »
