retail buyers

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 »

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 »

Juniper by IMC launches new JuniperCommerce Blog

Juniper by IMC has launched the JuniperCommerce blog for sharing news and information with the gift, home and apparel industries. With subject matter covering news, tips and trends, the blog will inform and engage wholesale industry... more »

Eva Olbrich from Messe Frankfurt shares holiday retail tips

Eva Olbrich, director for Christmasworld and Creativeworld, Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH, is responsible for two strong product worlds that are also moving closer together in the trade. In this interview, she shares her expertise for... more »

Sullivans acquires Woodstock Chimes

Sullivans has acquired Woodstock Percussion, Inc., which will function as a subsidiary under Sullivan, Inc. After five decades of leadership in the industry, Woodstock Chimes founder Garry Kvistad has chosen Sullivans to lead his company... more »

The Toy Association postpones Toy Fair Dallas until 2022

In response to challenges posed by the Delta variant of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Toy Association has announced the official postponement of Toy Fair Dallas, which was planned to take place Oct. 5-7. It is... more »

Forty One Madison welcomes visitors in-person for New York Tabletop Show

For the upcoming New York Tabletop Show on Oct. 5-8, Forty One Madison will open its doors to the industry for a live event. To celebrate the return to market, guests can expect a global... more »

Dallas Market Center releases 2022 Apparel & Accessories Market Dates

Dallas Market Center, a lifestyle marketplace in North America and home to top brands and comprehensive trade events for the business of fashion, has announced 2022 dates for its Apparel & Accessories Markets. 2022 Market... more »