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April 30, 2020
The National Stationery Show postpones its summer market

The National Stationery Show (NSS) has decided, in light of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and after careful consideration, to postpone the 2020 Summer market that was scheduled to co-locate with NY NOW on Aug, 9-12,... more »

April 29, 2020
Gift for Life celebrates industry’s gift of giving

In 2003, Gift for Life presented its first “Bert Tonkin Gift of Giving Award,” a distinction which recognizes philanthropic industry endeavors and sustained self-less efforts for industry benefit. The current COVID-19 pandemic has brought out... more »

April 29, 2020
NY NOW postpones August market until October

NY NOW, the modern wholesale market for retailers and specialty buyers seeking diversity and discovery, has decided, in light of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and after careful consideration, to postpone the 2020 Summer Market which... more »

April 29, 2020
Shoppe Object postpones August event until October

Shoppe Object has postponed its fifth edition, previously set for August 8-10, to October 20-22, 2020. The show will remain at its downtown Manhattan location, Pier 36. The decision to push the curated biannual home... more »

April 29, 2020
Kurt S. Adler Inc. honors health heroes and frontline essential workers

In a statement, Kurt S. Adler said it is honoring health heroes and frontline essential workers with its new ornament line. At Kurt S. Adler, we create holiday decorations for all, providing beautiful memories for... more »

April 28, 2020
DEMDACO launches a new retailer-focused website

DEMDACO, a Kansas-based company, specializes in artist-driven gift and home décor products, has launched a new e-commerce website tailored specifically to better serve its retail customers. DEMDACOretailers.com is designed to enhance the wholesale buying experience... more »

April 28, 2020
NRF offers Operation Open Door for retailers

NRF now offers Operation Open Doors, a guide for retailers on reopening stores. Operation Open Doors - Path to Reopen Retail, led by NRF and Seyfarth LLP, provides NRF members with tools and guidance that will help... more »

April 27, 2020
IMC Market websites launch new digital content to bring buyers and exhibitors together

In a time of business disruptions due to the COVID-19 crisis, International Market Centers (IMC) is launching new online resource centers through its Atlanta, Las Vegas, and High Point Market websites. Through these new portals,... more »

April 27, 2020
ASTRA launches two-month trial membership

The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) stated that it is offering a two-month introductory membership designed to give toy professionals immediate access to the nationwide ASTRA network for sharing COVID-19-related business strategies. This short-term... more »

April 27, 2020
Classy Art hosts virtual High Point Market

Classy Art will host a virtual High Point Market for its customers and sales force from Monday, April 27 through Sunday, May 3. Classy Art is donating 50% of the net proceeds to Save the... more »

April 27, 2020
Retailers unveil Blueprint for Shopping Safe

The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) and the National Retail Federation (NRF) released a Blueprint for Shopping Safe outlining a phased-in approach to reopening retail. The plan urges governors to issue uniform, statewide protocols for retailers to... more »

April 27, 2020
ASD Market Week offers three on-demand webinars

ASD Market Week offers three on-demand webinars geared towards brick-and-mortar stores that will provide insight from industry professionals. The webinars are now available. On-Demand Webinars 5 Virtual Strategies Brick-and-Mortar Stores Can Easily Implement Now Despite... more »