JuniperMarket Opened for Business

January 6

New Ecommerce Platform Connects Buyers and Sellers

JuniperMarket, the new multi-line B2B ecommerce platform powered by International Market Centers (IMC) is live with 1,500-plus brands with 3M SKUs signed on to participate and onboarding to JuniperMarket. The participating brands, of which 50% are home and 40% are gift, offer buyers tremendous breadth and selection in one place.

“In January 2020, we announced the investment to build Juniper, and since then – despite unprecedented business disruptions – the Juniper team has forged ahead, onboarding more than 220 staff members to build, test, market and optimize a tool that is truly built for the industry, by the industry. The launch of JuniperMarket is a major milestone in delivering additional market opportunity and value for IMC customers,” said IMC CEO

Bob Maricich.

JuniperMarket launches with a breadth and depth of gift, home and lifestyle product from many of the most trusted brands in the marketplace. Beyond the core, specialty categories including seasonal, housewares/gourmet and fashion accessories have a strong and rapidly expanding presence on the platform. The mix of established and emerging independent brands and sales agencies mirrors at-market sourcing channels, encouraging buyers not only to expand relationships with proven product from current vendors but also to discover new suppliers. New sellers and new products are added daily to JuniperMarket, keeping offerings fresh year-round, and enabling buyers to diversify assortments and maintain a competitive edge in their stores.

Connection to IMC’s 26 physical trade shows and buying events distinguishes JuniperMarket from other B2B wholesale platforms. For more information, visit www.JuniperCommerce.com.

Las Vegas Market Names 47 Winter 2022 Market Snapshot Finalists

Las Vegas Market has named 47 furniture, home décor and gift brands as finalists of the Winter 2022 Market Snapshot, International Market Centers’ (IMC) showcase of exciting, new, innovative and trendsetting products from its home and gift markets.

“Each week Market Snapshot has showcased how trending product can be found across Las Vegas Market permanent showrooms and temporary exhibits,” said Dorothy Belshaw, IMC executive vice president, chief customer and marketing officer. “These finalists are the ultimate showcase of the opportunities for cross- merchandising that are only available at Las Vegas Market.

For the Winter 2022 Market Snapshot, exhibitors were showcased in nine themes presented over nine weeks on Las Vegas Market’s social media channels.

Las Vegas Apparel More Than Doubles in Size Leading Up To Second SemiAnnual Buying Event

Las Vegas Apparel’s second edition was expected to expand to showcase 50 brands – over twice as many as its inaugural event – and growing numbers of events, amenities and resources, February 12-15, 2022, at the Expo at World Market

Center Las Vegas.

“Our second Las Vegas Apparel event will be bigger and better than its premiere, and we are excited to carry the positive momentum into the new year,” said Caron Stover, IMC senior vice president, apparel. “Las Vegas Apparel is becoming a mustsee destination among Las Vegas Fashion Week offerings.”

Las Vegas Apparel will present 60 brands showcasing 80-plus lines at its second-ever event. Buyers will be able to source both Spring/Summer 2022 immediates as well as Fall/ Winter 2022 for young contemporary, accessories, and shoes from top apparel lines.

As an added benefit, Las Vegas Apparel buyers will have access to select World Market Center Las Vegas permanent showrooms open during Las Vegas Apparel. These suppliers of cross-category merchandise will offer additional lines including point-of-purchase resources such as candles, stationery, personal care items, décor and gifts.

“We are so excited to expand to the Las Vegas Apparel market, meet new buyers and grow our businesses together,” said Jonesy Wood, owner of Jonesy Wood Designs jewelry company from Chattanooga, Tenn. “I’m so happy to see Atlanta Apparel expand and partner with such a great crew that has always had my back; this team really understands and cares about seeing my small business grow and give me the opportunities needed in order to do so.” ❖