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OneCoast promotes Majda Rensberger to president
OneCoast announced the promotion of Majda Rensberger, current senior executive vice president for OneCoast, to the newly created position of president of OneCoast, effective Oct. 1, 2021. In this position, Rensberger will report to John... more »
August retail sales rise due to consumer demand
Retail sales increased during August as consumer demand outweighed the pandemic, supply chain disruptions and other factors affecting spending, the National Retail Federation (NRF) said. “The increase in August retail sales reflects the continued strength... more »
IMC introduces four influencers to Fall Design Week
For the first time this September, International Market Centers (IMC) will welcome four home décor and lifestyle influencers, with a combined total of nearly 225,000 followers, to share their top finds and favorite moments from... more »
Mastercard SpendingPulse expects U.S. holiday retail sales to grow
Consumers and brands alike are gearing up for what’s anticipated to be the most wonderful holiday retail season on record. Overall expected sales growth. According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which measures overall retail sales across all... more »
Atlanta Apparel sees growth across categories and exhibitors
Atlanta Apparel’s October market is set to surpass 2019 resource and registration numbers, featuring an additional floor of young contemporary temporary exhibits, new and expanded showrooms and an encore social occasion buying opportunity. In total,... more »
Schleich launches U.S. search for a child chief storytelling officer
This fall, Schleich, a manufacturer of animal characters and playsets, is looking for one special kid with outstanding storytelling and imaginative powers to fill the role of chief storytelling officer (CSO). Schleich believes that storytelling... more »
High Point Market’s InterHall brims with design inspiration
InterHall, the gateway to International Market Centers’ (IMC) design-driven resources in the International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC), will be bustling and filled to capacity with 70+ up-and-coming furniture and home décor exhibitors – including eight... more »
IGES returns to Pigeon Forge and Sevierville
The International Gift Exposition in the Smokies (IGES) has announced its return to two locations, following last year’s successful show during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. IGES 2021, taking place on Nov. 9-13, 2021,... more »
Deloitte anticipates holiday retail sales to increase
Holiday retail sales are likely to increase between 7% and 9% in 2021, according to Deloitte’s annual holiday retail forecast. Holiday Retail Sales Overall, Deloitte’s retail and distribution practice projects that holiday sales will total... more »
Las Vegas Market names the 2022 Design Icon
One of the influential interior and textiles designers, Kathryn M. Ireland, will be honored as the 2022 Design Icon at the Winter Las Vegas Market, set for Jan. 23-27, 2022. Ireland’s appointment to International Market... more »
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Howard Aspinwall, owner of Mellow Monkey Gifts & Décor in Stratford, Connecticut, offers his insight into the world of retail and market trends. From his current bestseller to his top priorities for AmericasMart Atlanta, Aspinwall discusses the importance of innovation and adaptability in retail.![]()
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