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Las Vegas Market to open third pavilion for winter market
Las Vegas Market revealed dynamic expansion and realignment plans for winter market that include the debut of a new 15,000-square-foot Pavilion as well as fresh concentrations of existing gift and home décor resources. In total,... more »
Retail store opening increase in 2017
As the “retail apocalypse” canard continues to grab the odd headline in the media, the data and the facts are consistently telling us quite a different story: a story of an industry in transition,... more »
LA Mart announces return of temporary exhibits during markets
LA Mart, the West Coast’s largest gift & home wholesale buying resource announced that it will once again produce 2nd-floor temporary exhibits that will debut during the 2018 Winter Market, January 18 -22, 2018. TEMPS ON... more »
Paperworld China 2017 to feature Eastern cultural designs, products at Oriental Sense Zone
Paperworld China, the leading trade fair for the stationery and office supplies industry in China, will take place from September 21–23 2017 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. In addition to its strong display... more »
As Retail Reaches Its Tipping Point, Double Down on Service
{Sponsored} If you’re a small business owner, much of the recent news surrounding retail is grim (see: boarded store fronts, ghost town malls, the internet consuming in-person sales). Retail, one of the largest contributors to our... more »
Mermaids, unicorns equal magical fashion at Douglas
DOUGLAS Company’s well-known Sassy Pet Saks and Sak Paks have added even more designs to the line, and this group is magical! Pink Mermaid Sassy Pet Sak is the very popular trending shade of blush pink... more »
Lasting Crowds showcased throughout OFFPRICE Show
The August 2017 OFFPRICE Show was the go-to smart shopping spot for deal-hunting retailers at Las Vegas Fashion Week. With a six percent increase in overall attendance from the August 2016 Show, it was clear... more »
Best New Product Award winners announced at NY NOW summer 2017 market
Winners of the always popular Best New Product Awards were announced today at NY NOW, the Market for Home, Lifestyle + Gift. The Best New Product Awards recognize and celebrate the extraordinary product offerings from exhibitors across the Market,... more »
GHTA announces 2017 conference keynote speaker slate, agenda
The Gift and Home Trade Association [GHTA], the industry’s leading non-profit trade association, has announced its three world-class keynote speakers and an overview of its full agenda for this year’s Gift & Home Bridgeway Collaborative... more »
When it comes to MAP pricing, you snooze you L.O.S.E.
{Sponsored} As a storeowner, you know the ease of online shopping is a double-edged sword. Sure, it’s convenient, but for business owners, the underbelly of counterfeited products, price discrepancies, and showrooming, replace the thrill of finding... more »
Focus On: Home Décor
MOVA Globe’s Starry Night globe is an art aficionado’s perfect décor piece. Powered by nature, this turning globe only needs ambient light to come to life. No batteries or wires needed... more »
Mud Pie appears on Inc. Magazine list for second time
Inc. magazine today named Stone Mountain, Georgia-based Mud Pie to its 36th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies... more »
