Category: stm-Trade Show News
NRF shares retail sales growth in August
NRF’s calculation of retail sales indicates August was up 2.3% seasonally adjusted from July and up 12% unadjusted year-over-year.
Home décor and lifestyle influencers to share top finds at IMC’s Fall Design Week
IMC will welcome four home décor and lifestyle influencers to share their top finds and favorite moments from Fall Design Week, Sep. 20-22, 2021.
Mastercard anticipates U.S. retail sales to grow this holiday season
Mastercard SpendingPulse notes that this holiday season U.S. retail sales are anticipated to grow 7.4%, excluding automotive and gas.
Schleich seeks a child with outstanding storytelling powers
Schleich, a manufacturer of animal characters and playsets, is looking for one special kid to fill the role of chief storytelling officer (CSO).
IGES returns to Tennessee this November
The International Gift Exposition in the Smokies (IGES) returns Nov.9-13, 2021, and will be hosted in Pigeon Forge and Sevierville Tenessee.
Deliotte releases its annual holiday retail sales forecast
According to Deloitte’s annual holiday retail forecaxt, holiday retail sales are expected to increase between 7% and 9% in 2021.
Las Vegas Market honors Kathryn M. Ireland as the 2022 Design Icon
Las Vegas Market names Kathryn M. Ireland as the 2022 Design Icon at the Winter Las Vegas Market, set for Jan. 23-27, 2022.
Jo Ann Miller Marshall Joins Dallas Market
Dallas Market Center announced that Jo Ann Miller Marshall joins the company as senior vice president of leasing – temporary home & gift beginning Oct. 4.
NRF opposes the proposed business tax rate increases
The NRF voices opposition to the proposed business tax rate increases intended to offset the costs of the $3.5 trillion budget resolution.
Ghostie Boo Little Notes
The Ghostie Boo Little Notes from E. Frances Paper offer a fun, DIY project for Halloween. Plus they provide a gift option or décor for the ghostly holiday!
Dallas Market Center hosts successful co-located markets
Dallas Market Center hosted WESA’s International Western/English Apparel & Equipment Market took place along with the AETA International Trade Show.
NRF receives a 2021 Gold Power of A award
The National Retail Federation announced that its Small Business Spotlight program received a 2021 Gold Power of A Award from ASAE.
Juniper by IMC launches JuniperCommerce Blog, a resource for wholesale sellers
Juniper by IMC has launched JuniperCommerce to share news, tips and trend information with the gift, home and apparel wholesale industry sellers.
IMC’s Market Insights webinar presents Merging Digital & In-Person Markets
International Market Centers’ (IMC) September 2021 Market Insights webinar, Merging Digital & In-Person Markets will be held on Wednesday, Sep. 15.
Messe Frankfurt’s Eva Olbrich offers tips for the busy shopping season
Eva Olbrich, director for Christmasworld and Creativeworld, Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH, she shares tips for the upcoming holiday shopping season.
Sullivans acquires Woodstock Chimes
After five decades of leadership in the industry, Woodstock Chimes founder Garry Kvistad has chosen Sullivans to lead his company into its next generation.
GCA’s Worskshop + Retreat launches this week
GCA’s Workshop + Retreat kicks off Sep. 9, 2021 with 21 educational sessions, 35 speakers, and three retreat sessions all in its two day virtual event.
Gift for Life raises almost $28,000 during the summer edition of Las Vegas Market
Gift for Life shared that the Las Vegas edition of its Feed the Hungry. Feel the Good. fundraising campaign yielded nearly $28,000.
Pumpkin Halloween Card
The Pumpkin Halloween Card from Design With Heart has a creative watercolor design and is a festive fall card. It offers a blank white interior.
NRF notes strong consumer spending relies more on labor market and job creation
NRF shared that strong consumer spending over the past year has been boosted by stimulus programs but will rely more on the labor market and job creation.