COVER Connect New York is back in its popular Chelsea location with its familiar combination of exciting new exhibitors and favorite returning companies. Hosting forty esteemed international brands, on September 14–16, 2024, in central Manhattan, it promotes the extraordinary and timeless potential of woven flooring, from the traditional Persian or Turkish rug to ultra-modern art pieces and everything in between. Expect to discover new collections, the latest designs, and technical developments, plus a huge range of custom rug options, in an inspiring and supportive environment.

Creative Matters recently opened its new office in the heart of Brussels, Belgium, located at Palazzo Creative Workspace. It is led by Clémence Hardelay, Director of Design, Europe, who has spearheaded the growth in the region. The new European hub also services clients in the United Arab Emirates and Asia Pacific markets. Newly hired senior textile designer, Laurie Francois, will support Clémence in design and project development.

Nourison Home has acquired J Mish Mills, a carpet manufacturer specializing in high-quality, wool floor coverings. The purchase of J Mish Mills, based in Cartersville, Georgia, gives Nourison an expanded manufacturing base in the U.S. and enhances its machine tufting capability.

ANDMORE President Dorothy Belshaw was honored with Gift for Life’s 2024 Industry Achievement Award during the 73rd Annual Retailer Excellence Awards, on June 19, 2024, in Dallas, TX. This coveted accolade recognized Dorothy's exceptional contributions to the gift and home industry over her more than 30-year career. 

Gift for Life, the gift and home industry’s longest-running, volunteer-led charitable organization, announces an evening of celebration and philanthropy at "Party with Peter," a 70 ½ Birthday Wine Tasting Fundraiser benefiting World Central Kitchen, on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at The Candler Hotel in downtown Atlanta.

Atlanta Market combines celebration and education across five days of programming to offer Market insights, industry fun and networking opportunities at the Summer 2024 edition, July 16 – 22, 2024, at AmericasMart Atlanta. 

The Summer 2024 edition of Las Vegas Market delivers some 13 updates to 370+ permanent home, furniture and bedding showrooms across World Market Center Las Vegas at the July 28 – August 1, 2024, Market.  

“Las Vegas Market provides unique opportunities to discover the latest in home furnishings, across diverse categories, styles and price points,” said Dorothy Belshaw, ANDMORE℠ president. “With 30 floors of furniture, home décor and bedding resources, discovery will be abundant at World Market Center Las Vegas.” 

Eight 2023 buying events owned and operated by ANDMORE℠ have been named to Trade Show Executive’s list of fastest-growing trade shows in the United States, with Atlanta Market, Formal Markets, Las Vegas Market and Shoppe Object among the magazine’s "Fastest 50" Class of 2023 and "Next 50" honorees.

In partnership with the Diversity Advocacy Alliance (DAA), High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces the call for nominations for three inaugural diversity awards, open now through June 14, 2024.