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In-person events, celebrations and new amenities return to Atlanta Market
International Market Centers (IMC) announced the much anticipated return of in-person events and celebrations with a schedule of industry parties, culinary demonstrations and expanded amenities set for the July 13-19, 2021 staging at AmericasMart Atlanta. “With market attendance and activity re... READ MORE »
Share Your Story: Alexandra Schmeling Fine Art
A determined business owner launched her business during the pandemic. Alexandra Schmeling, founder of Alexandra Schmeling Fine Art started her business during the pandemic. Initially, Schmeling launched exclusively online, but has slowly started offering in-person events. Schmeling Fine A... READ MORE »
Hello Lucky Dog Charms
Hello!Lucky Dog Charms from Magenta offer a contemporary design, ideal for dog lovers. The enamel pet charms can be used on a collar, purse or as a keychain, and provide positive messages: "Don't Stop Retrievin" and "Stay Pawsitive." ... READ MORE »
Share Your Story: Parcel Island
A witty greeting card creator that enjoys making recipients smile. Located in Philadelphia, Parcel Island is a paper goods and gift boutique that specializes in “witty and expertly crafted printed and paper goods, with the goal of making each recipient smile.” Carley Hussain, owner and creator ... READ MORE »
Faire hosts virtual summer market this July
Faire has announced that Faire Summer Market, the second annual virtual trade show, is returning July 27-29, 2021. But, this year, it will also be open to retailers across Europe. "Following on Faire’s successful launch in Europe, this year’s event will further enable cross-border trade and pro... READ MORE »
NRF says retail sales remain high
Retail sales remained at elevated levels in May despite month-to-month fluctuations that masked near-record performance, the National Retail Federation (NRF) said. May Retail Sales Overview “While May retail sales were down slightly, largely due to supply chain constraints, the more accurate ind... READ MORE »
Share Your Story: Zaria Cards
This greeting card company offers personalized handmade creations. Zaria Cards is a greeting card company that specializes in one-of-a-kind designs. N'jeri Agyeman, co-founder of Zaria Cards, explained that its cards are authentically handmade and designed and produced in-house. [caption id="att... READ MORE »
Messe Frankfurt stresses trade fairs are essential for a healthy, successful economy
Trade fairs pave the way for economic upswings and are a key to prosperity – this is something that Nicola Beer, vice president of the European Parliament, and Wolfgang Marzin, president and chief executive officer of Messe Frankfurt GmbH, both emphasized when they met at the home base of Germany'... READ MORE »
NY NOW debuts new branding in August
NY NOW has unveiled a new brand identity and plans for an enhanced on-site experience as it prepares to welcome vendors, buyers and media back in-person at the Jacob K. Javits Center on Aug. 8-11, 2021. Designed in collaboration with globally renowned design studio Pentagram and recently appointed ... READ MORE »
ILOOTPAPERIE celebrates sisterhood with its new book
Sisters certainly have their fair share of laughs and good times—along with epic fights and meltdowns. SISTERS: Better Together (Workman Publishing; On sale: July 20, 2021; $12.95) is a sweet ode to this unique, often complex but ultimately loving relationship. Authors and sisters Alice and Doris ... READ MORE »
