Category: stm-Trade Show News
LA Mart opens one week earlier in 2020
LA Mart is opening on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020, one week earlier than in the past and is the first market in the west.
Atlanta NEXT initiative makes its first impact on AmericasMart Atlanta
The Atlanta NEXT initiative makes its first impact on the AmericasMart campus with the repositioning and expansion of Open Year Round home décor resources.
The Toy Association unveils 2020 Toy of the Year Award finalists
The Toy Association unveiled 114 toy and game finalists for the prestigious 2020 Toy of the Year (TOTY) Awards. Known as the “Oscars” of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program recognizes the top playthings on the market.
Pavilions at Las Vegas Market showcase new and returning lines
Las Vegas Market noted that more than 90 new and returning exhibitors will be among the 450+ temporary gift and home resources showcased in the Pavilions.
Jellybean Rugs acquires Homefires
Jellybean Rugs acquires all Homefires brand area and accent rugs, effective Jan. 1, 2020.
IMC launches new product competition
International Market Centers’ (IMC) new Market Snapshot is a competition launching at the Winter 2020 markets.
NRF Foundation honors individuals who are shaping the future of retail
The NRF Foundation named an exclusive group of individuals to The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future 2020.
Precious Moments adds to licensing roster
The Precious Moments merchandise licensing program expands licensing roster with three new deals brokered by Spotlight Licensing.
Gift industry mourns loss of young leader
Jon Neidlinger, brother of Nora Napientek and co-owner of nora fleming, passed away in a car accident on Sunday, November 3.
Bonnie Marcus Collection collaborates with BrownTrout Publishers
Bonnie Marcus, founder of the Bonnie Marcus Collection, has collaborated with BrownTrout Publishers to create a 2020 Collection that includes 15 designs.
Atlanta International and Home Furnishings Market grows seasonal, gift resources
The Atlanta International and Home Furnishings Market grows seasonal and gift resources for the January 2020 show.
SBA kicks off National Veterans Small Business Week 2019
The U.S. SBA will celebrate the accomplishments of veteran, service member, and military spouse small business owners nationwide Nov. 4-8.
Clarion Events shares announces Spotlight Award recipients
Clarion Events announced the recipients of the new Spotlight Awards program recognizing the souvenir/resort industry’s companies, organizations and individuals.
Greeting Card Association names George White as its new president
The membership of the Greeting Card Association (GCA) elected longtime volunteer George White, president and COO of Up with Paper, as its 53rd president.
Las Vegas Market & The International Surface Event offers expanded opportunities
Benefiting the retail and design community, Las Vegas Market and The International Surface Event have partnered for the upcoming markets in January 2020.
Gmund Award 2019 winners selected
Gmund Paper announced the winners of the Gmund Awards at the sixth annual conferral on Oct. 23, 2019 at it’s headquarters.
Catching up with Michelle Trincia Askin, 40 Under 40 Class of 2018
Michelle Trincia Askin co-founded bloom daily planners with Kaylyn Beaston in 2010, and have loved planners for their entire lives and understand planners are more than just a way to organize.
Atlanta showcases gourmet, tabletop and entertaining trends
The Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market showcases trends in tabletop, housewares and gourmet food products from January 14-21, 2020.
ASTRA’s 10th annual Neighborhood Toy Store Day is Nov. 9, 2019
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association’s (ASTRA) 10th annual Neighborhood Toy Store Day will be held on Nov. 9, 2019.
Ron Robinson’s event at LA Mart was a success
Ron Robinson and his executive team shared entertaining anecdotes, helpful information, and guidance on how to maintain a thriving retail business to a crowd of over 150 attendees at LA Mart.