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Industry Groups Come Together to Unite Retail and Design Communities at Summer 2025 Markets

Written by Benita Mountain | Jun 18, 2025 5:25:15 PM

ATLANTA, GA / LAS VEGAS, NV – June 18, 2025– ANDMORE® welcomes nearly 20 buying groups and trade associations for networking and education this Summer at its Atlanta Market (July 15-21, 2025, at AmericasMart Atlanta) and Las Vegas Market (July 27-31, 2025, at World Market Center Las Vegas) with industry groups providing onsite activities for member-organizations across categories.

“ANDMORE’s markets offer a dynamic platform for leading industry groups and buying organizations to engage with both members and broader audiences,” said Scott Eckman, ANDMORE president. “Market week serves as a vital hub for product discovery, relationship-building and community support, and we’re excited to connect with our valued industry partners.”

Southwest Buying Group at Atlanta Market

Atlanta Market Embraces Key Industry Groups

Atlanta Market hosts 10 buying groups and trade association partners at the July buying event. Industry partners offer a wide range of member-only events, showroom activations, tours and product displays.

July partners include: Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM); Brixy; Craft Retailers and Artists for Tomorrow (CRAFT); GC Buying Group/Gourmet Catalog, Inc. (GC); Greeting Card Association (GCA); Independent College Bookstore Association (ICBA); Independent Retailers Association (IndERA); MAI Retailers (MAI); Museum Store Association (MSA); and Southwest Buying Group (SWBG).

"I am thrilled for so many Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) members already signed up to attend Atlanta Market next month! “We’re seeing great momentum, and participating members will be fantastic buyers on-site”, said Jennifer Morton,

AGM CEO. “It’s been so encouraging to see what I hope is strong year-over-year growth, and I'm so excited to be in Atlanta and Las Vegas!"

Las Vegas Market Connects Industry Organizations on the West Coast

Las Vegas Market welcomes ten member-based industry organizations this summer. These buying groups and trade associations provide networking opportunities and industry insights.

Partner groups include: American Society of Interior Designers (ASID); Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM); Greeting Card Association (GCA); Hospital Gift Shops; Independent College Bookstore Association (ICBA); Interior Design Society (IDS); Museum Store Association (MSA); Pacific Furniture Dealers (PFD); Spa Industry Association (SIA); and Wild Birds Unlimited (WBU).

“I always have to prioritize what will bring the most value to Museum Store Association (MSA), so the Las Vegas Market always ends up on my calendar,” said Elizabeth Price, MBA, executive director of MSA. “By attending, I receive in-person updates on new industry trends while also growing our membership base and gaining brand exposure for our organization. Las Vegas Market has helped MSA become the go-to leader in nonprofit retail.”

About Atlanta Market: Atlanta Market is a premier wholesale market, offering the nation’s largest mix of gift products along with 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

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

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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