ATLANTA, GA / LAS VEGAS, NV – December 11, 2024 – ANDMORE℠ hosts some 20+ buying groups and trade associations for shopping, networking and education this Winter at its Atlanta Market (January 14-20, 2025, at AmericasMart Atlanta) and Las Vegas Market (January 26-30, 2025, at World Market Center Las Vegas) with industry partners providing onsite activities for member-based organizations.
"ANDMORE’s buying events provide an exceptional opportunity for key industry groups and buying organizations to connect and interact with members and non-members alike," said Dorothy Belshaw, ANDMORE president. "Market week will be an essential center for product discovery, networking and shared support, and we look forward to connecting with our valued industry partners."
Rooted in Retail, a podcast and marketing solutions platform dedicated to retail success, makes its Atlanta Market and Las Vegas Market debuts this Winter.
"There's nothing like the power of being in person at Market! It’s an amazing opportunity for retailers to connect, discover new product and recharge with fresh inspiration for the year ahead,” said Crystal Vilkaitis, founder of Rooted in Retail. “I’m thrilled to be a part of the action, hosting live Rooted in Retail podcast recordings at Atlanta Market and a meet-and-greet in Las Vegas. I can’t wait to hear about retailers’ 2025 plans and have some incredible conversations!"
Atlanta Market Welcomes Key Industry Partners
In total, Atlanta Market hosts 15 buying groups and trade association partners at the January buying event. Industry partners offer a wide range of member-only events, in-showroom activations, retail tours and product displays.
In addition to newcomer Rooted in Retail, returning partners in January include: American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA); Brixy; GC Buying Group (GC); Hallmark Gold Crown; HTI Buying Group (HTI); MAI Retailers (MAI); Museum Store Association (MSA); North American Farmers Direct Marketing Association (NAFDMA); Purchasing Power Plus (PPP); and Real Deals. Real Estate Staging Association (RESA); South West Buying Group (SWBG); The Good Toy Group; and Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU) return to Atlanta Market following a hiatus.
Las Vegas Market Connects West Coasts Buyers with Industry Partners
Las Vegas Market welcomes 12 member-based industry organizations this Winter. The buying groups and trade associations provide networking opportunities and industry insights for members.
First-time Las Vegas Market industry partners include Boutique Hub, Mattress Retailer Toolkit, which offers tools and training for mattress retailers, as well as Rooted in Retail. “Las Vegas Market is the place to be for mattress retailers. It has become a mattress mecca, where new introductions are made, networking occurs and energy for our industry is generated,” said Jeff Giagnocavo, co-founder of Mattress Retailer Toolkit and Gardner’s Mattress & More. “I rarely miss a market and when I do, I feel left behind.”
Long-time Las Vegas Apparel partner, Boutique Hub, debuts at Las Vegas Market this Winter at World Market Center Las Vegas. In addition to photo ops and a #BoutiqueBoss Planner giveaway and activation, a digital partnership includes collaborative social media content and a webinar, Trade Show Marketing: Amplify the ROI on Exhibiting with ANDMORE, on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Registration is free and available here.
Nine returning groups this January are: American Society of Interior Designers (ASID); American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA); Furniture Marketing Group (FMG); Museum Store Association (MSA); Pacific Furniture Dealers (PFD); Purchasing Power Plus (PPP); Spa Industry Association (SIA); and The Rental Industry Buying Group (TRIB). Zoo, Aquarium and Garden Buyers Group (ZAG) returns to Las Vegas following a hiatus.
About Atlanta Market: Atlanta Market is a premier wholesale sourcing destination, offering the nation’s largest mix of gift products alongside extensive selections in home décor, furnishings, apparel and the largest outdoor living presentation in the country. Spanning three buildings with 51 floors of showrooms and temporary exhibits, Atlanta Market features thousands of brands that attract retailers and designers from across the U.S. and more than 60 countries. Owned and operated by ANDMORE℠, Atlanta Market is held twice annually at AmericasMart Atlanta. AtlantaMarket.com.
About Las Vegas Market: Las Vegas Market is the premier home furnishings and gift market in the western U.S., presenting 3,500 brands across furniture, home décor, bedding and gift categories, in three permanent showroom buildings and a purpose-built exhibit hall. This dynamic market destination attracts buyers from all 50 states and more than 80 countries, offering unmatched opportunities for cross-category commerce among these industries. Owned and operated by ANDMORE℠, Las Vegas Market is held semi-annually at World Market Center Las Vegas. LasVegasMarket.com.
About ANDMORE℠: ANDMORE, a Blackstone portfolio company, empowers wholesale buyers and sellers to connect, grow and prosper through premier physical markets and design centers. The company operates over 20 million square feet of premium tradeshow and showroom space, hosting live events in Atlanta, High Point, N.C., Las Vegas and New York City. Serving industries such as home décor, gift, furniture and apparel, ANDMORE supports the global B2B community through its unmatched marketplace experiences. ANDMORE.com.
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