NY NOW

Ivystone Group partners with NY NOW

NY NOW, New York’s largest wholesale marketplace for gift, home, lifestyle and accessories, announced a landmark strategic partnership with Ivystone Group and its family of agencies to rebuild and re-establish NY NOW as the preeminent... more »

NY NOW adds to sales and marketing team, launches new branding

NY NOW, the New York-based gift, home, and lifestyle trade show, announced the addition of four experienced industry professionals to its sales and marketing team, along with a refreshed brand identity designed to reflect the... more »

Gift for Life surpasses $500k raised for AIDS Walk New York

Gift for Life announced that Team Gift for Life raised nearly $48,000 during this year’s AIDS Walk New York held May 17 in Central Park. The funds contributed toward GMHC’s overall fundraising goal of $2... more »

Summer Starts Sooner: Retailers face an earlier-than-ever buying season

A calendar shift is setting the tone for summer 2026 — and the industry is eager to see how it affects buying season. The summer edition of Atlanta Market moves to June 9-14 this year,... more »

NY NOW acquired by Rockview Management Group

Rockview Management Group (RMG), a newly formed entity led by industry veterans Dorothy Belshaw, William Lacey and Karen Olson, announced the  acquisition of NY NOW, the wholesale marketplace serving the gift, home, lifestyle and accessories... more »

Gift for Life / NY NOW AIDS Walk team nears $500,000 fundraising milestone

The Gift for Life / NY NOW team will once again gather in Central Park on Sunday, May 17, for AIDS Walk New York, an annual fundraiser for Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC). The team,... more »

nora fleming unveils January 2026 collection

nora fleming, the customizable serveware brand known for its hand-painted minis and memory-making designs, is welcoming the new year with a joyful... more »

New to Market: Preview upcoming winter markets

Retailers can start 2026 off strong with renewed opportunities to source fresh products. Before heading to winter markets, check out the latest in market news, including new showrooms and partnerships, that will enhance the market... more »