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Party for Life moves to Atlanta in 2020

Gift for Life’s annual fundraiser, Party for Life, is moving to Atlanta for its 2020 celebration. The 28th annual Gift for Life Fundraiser is set for Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020, at Atlanta’s Fernbank Museum of... more »

Social media influences near-record Halloween spending

U.S. consumers are looking to social media for Halloween costume and decoration ideas as spending is expected to reach a near-record amount this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey conducted by... more »

IMC makes changes to furniture, home décor leasing team

International Market Centers (IMC) made changes to its furniture and home décor leasing team, with one new hire – Dale Schmidlin, director of home décor leasing – and two internal promotions – Chris Amos, director... more »

Culinary Treasures

Over the last few decades, Americans’ culinary preferences have certainly evolved. Self-described “foodies” are celebrating variety and quality, as well as the overall experience of exploring new foods and indulging in local items. Specialty foods... more »

Mud Pie debuts Spring 2020 Kids Collection in October

The first frost has yet to fall, but there are signs of spring at Mud Pie. Mud Pie will debut its SPRING 2020 Kids Collection on Wednesday, October 2. This is the earliest kid’s introduction... more »

Atlanta Apparel announces 2020 dates

Atlanta Apparel, produced by International Market Centers (IMC), shares the dates for its 2020 markets. Atlanta Apparel hosts five women’s and children’s apparel markets and three social occasion markets, including two bridal markets and the... more »

Creative Co-Op expands Dallas showroom

Creative Co-Op will expand its space and product selection in Dallas, including a 4000 square foot addition for seasonal products, expanded home décor selection, and a Creative Commons buyers lounge, which will debut at the... more »

Toy Fair Dallas kicks off with new date and hour pattern

A new date and hour pattern will be unveiled with the start of Toy Fair Dallas on October 2. Held at the Dallas Market Center, Toy Fair Dallas will be open 8 a.m. to 5... more »