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Rockview Management Group acquires NY NOW
Events
April 17, 2026
Industry leaders Dorothy Belshaw, William Lacey and Karen Olson will take over planning for future NY NOW events.
Dallas Market Center appoints executive vice president of marketing
Business
April 17, 2026
Amy Harper will oversee the marketing division for Dallas Market Center.
Retail sales rise in March as tax refunds offset rising gas prices
Business
April 14, 2026
The CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor reports that retail sales were up 6.59% year over year unadjusted in March.
Atlanta Market and Atlanta Apparel co-locate for Summer 2026
Events
April 10, 2026
With more than 6,500 brands, the co-located shows kick off June 9-14 in Atlanta.
Pacific Emblem Company launches new website
Wholesaler News
April 9, 2026
The company spotlights its Happy 250th Birthday America collection on the new website.
NextGen Dallas expands showroom footprint at Dallas Market Center
Business
April 9, 2026
With the newly expanded showroom, NextGen Dallas will have three showrooms across Dallas Market Center.
Registration opens for Summer 2026 Las Vegas Market
Events
April 9, 2026
The Summer edition of Las Vegas Market will feature more than 3,500 brands in furniture, home decor, gift, lifestyle and seasonal categories.
The Greensboro Science Center plans for new café and retail complex
Retailer News
April 2, 2026
The new 2,400-square-foot gift shop will feature a rainforest theme and is expected to open in September 2027.
Reps Are Local Too plans virtual roundtable discussion on AI
Business
March 30, 2026
The virtual roundtable on April 2 will offer insights into adopting AI in sales.
Silver Streak unveils new brand identity
Wholesaler News
March 27, 2026
The updated branding will help the company to better serve retailers in the gift and souvenir industry.
Leanin’ Tree names senior vice president of sales and marketing
Wholesaler News
March 27, 2026
Michael Strachan will help drive Leanin’ Tree’s strategic growth and market presence.
AAA lists top spring break destinations for 2026
Business
March 25, 2026
Four Florida cities rank on AAA’s top 10 list of spring break destinations for 2026.
NRF forecasts 4.4% annual retail sales growth
Business
March 24, 2026
Consumer spending remained steady in 2025, and NRF anticipates spending to grow slightly this year.
Event Network opens two resort stores in Hawaii
Retailer News
March 23, 2026
The retail operator has opened new stores at the Honua Kai Resort & Spa in Maui and Royal Sonesta Kaua’i Resort in Lihu’e.
Event Network announces partnership with KultureCity
Retailer News
March 19, 2026
KultureCity will help Event Network to promote accessibility at their stores and design products that could help individuals with sensory needs.
Blue Butterfly LLC acquires IndERA to expand
Business
March 12, 2026
With the acquisition, Blue Butterfly aims to help improve marketing support for independent retailers.
Avolta secures 12-year retail contract extension at Miami International Airport
Retailer News
March 10, 2026
The contract extension covers retail and food & beverage operations at the airport.
Coastal Connections Conference returns to Orlando in September 2026
Events
March 9, 2026
Attendees can now align their Coastal Connections plans with Surf Expo and The Gathering for expanded networking and opportunity.
Heads up!
Profiles
March 6, 2026
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum blends novelty, nostalgia and smart gift shop strategy.
All-American mementos
Product Trends
March 6, 2026
Destination retailers and vendors share how they plan to commemorate America250 with historic souvenirs.
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