Buyers and sellers at the recent Las Vegas Market expressed optimism for post-election recovery fuelled by innovation and customer connections, despite current economic challenges facing the home furnishings and gift industries. The Summer 2024 edition of Las Vegas Market ran July 28 – August 1, at World Market Center Las Vegas.
'The Summer shows, including Las Vegas Market, have been a remarkable demonstration of the industry's adaptability and resilience,' said Jon Pertchik, ANDMORE CEO. 'As we navigate through economic headwinds, it's clear that our shared commitment and innovative approaches will guide us towards a brighter future.'
More than 3,500 product lines in both permanent showrooms and temporary exhibits combined with robust category-specific programming delivered an immersive buying opportunity across furniture, bedding, home decor and gift. This summer, the Market drew retailers and designers from nearly all 50 states and internationally. With 30% of the total attendees being first-time visitors to Las Vegas Market, the market delivered on the opportunity for showrooms and exhibitors to meet new buyers and open new accounts.
Beyond exhibits, the Summer 2024 edition was marked by excitement surrounding business, design and trend education and gatherings. Standing-room-only seminars, including keynotes by Roger Thomas, Kathy Kuo and Alaina Kaz of The Everygirl, provided valuable insights. Community-building events, such as an exclusive designer soiree at Wynn and Giftbeat's Retailer Roundtable encouraged networking and inspiration, and engaging on-site activations allowed buyers to experience products in new ways. These elements combined to create an atmosphere of optimism and collaboration, reinforcing the industry's readiness to overcome challenges and welcome future opportunities.
At the conclusion of the five-day market, a sense of renewed energy and strategic focus signals a brighter and more resilient future for the industry. The Winter 2025 Las Vegas Market runs Sunday, January 26 – Thursday, January 30, at World Market Center Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Market is the leading home furnishings and gift market in the western U.S., presenting thousands of furniture, home décor and gift resources in an unrivalled market destination. Las Vegas Market's diverse product offerings allow for cross-category commerce among these industries.
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