ATLANTA – Atlanta Market has set the programming calendar for its upcoming July 16-22 edition, combining celebration with education across five days of events.
“Atlanta Market’s programming serves as the nexus of innovation and connection this summer,” said Karen Olson, Andmore’s executive vice president and chief marketing officer. “From educational seminars to showroom soirees, education and experiential networking unite to inspire the industry.”
Five seminars will give attendees industry insights across categories as they jumpstart summer buying.
Two keynote sessions will bring celebrities to the stage to discuss design and business: “Carson Kressley Introduces Fashionable Trends in Outdoor Living,” 1 p.m., July 17; and “Collaborations, Partnerships & Licenses,” with mother-daughter duo Jill Zarin and Ally Shapiro, 1 p.m., July 18. Both sessions will be presented in the Building 3, Floor 2 Atrium.
Three business-driven discussions will offer attendees skills to remain competitive in the retail landscape.
- “The Top 5 Strategies for Using Social Media to Move Your Merchandise,” with Steph Bechard and Crystal Media, 2:30 p.m., July 17.
- “Leading Ladies: Insights from Women in Business,” with Adriana Carrig, Little Words Project, and Atlanta Market (A) Listers Jasmine Crockett and Jordan Jones, 2:30 p.m., July 18.
- “Showhouse Panel: Sourcing Showrooms and Showhouses,” 2:30 p.m., July 19.
All three seminars will be offered in the Building 1, Floor 14 Seminar Space.
Celebrations augment education
Industry fêtes, floor parties and daily amenities will round out the market experience over four days of celebrations, bringing refreshments, light bites and community to the summer event: Cappuccinos with Caroline, Andmore Design Services Manager Caroline Russell, 9 a.m., July 17-19; and New Buyer Breakfast, Andmore Buyer Services Director Logan Avidon, 9 a.m., July 17-18.
In addition, Andmore’s annual Market Kickoff Party will feature complimentary drinks and light bites to celebrate summer market and opening day of the temporaries at 6 p.m. on July 17. Daily Afternoon Beats will offer live music by DJ Ree de la Vega starting at 3:30 p.m., July 18-20.
Outdoor Living programming
Atlanta Market will offer buyers additional cross-category sourcing and educational opportunities at Casual Market Atlanta, July 15-18. The concurrent buying event will feature more than 170 casual furniture and outdoor accessories resources.
Two events, presented by International Casual Furnishings Assn., will provide additional opportunities to both event attendees: Trends in Outdoor Living Tour + Lunch, 3-6 p.m., July 16, and Cocktails + Casual, 3-6 p.m., July 18, in casual showrooms in Building 1, Floors 2-6.
A complete, updated listing of events are available online at Atlanta Market’s website.
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