The Press Release:
After the overwhelming success of the inaugural Bild Expo in 2023, B&H Photo is pleased to announce Bild Expo 2025, a two-day celebration of creativity, content creation, and community. This year’s event will be bigger and better, featuring more speakers, more brand exhibitors, and more opportunities for learning and hands-on experiences. Whether you’re a content creator, photographer, or filmmaker, Bild Expo 2025 will be the can’t miss event of the year—and it’s absolutely free to attend! Bild will take place at New York City’s Javits Center on June 17-18, 2025.
Bild Expo is more than just an event—it’s an energetic gathering of like-minded creatives from all corners of the content world,” said Jeff Gerstel, Chief Marketing Officer at B&H Photo. “We’re beyond excited to create this special opportunity for content creators, photographers, videographers, podcasters, and filmmakers at all levels to learn, connect, and be inspired by the leaders of our industry and the latest gear. Continue reading B&H Announces “Bild Expo” 2025 This Coming June→
The Press Release:
The NY NOW 2025 Winter Market, held from February 2 – 4, 2025 at the Jacob Javits Center, concluded with remarkable success and showcased a modern blend of programming, activations, and panels. Bringing together iconic brands, emerging designers, and influential buyers from around the globe, the event solidified its longstanding reputation as the premier wholesale trade show for gift, home, and accessories.
This year’s Winter Market introduced a reimagined three-day format that included an extraordinary lineup of exhibitors as well as dynamic discussions and engaging activations. From immersive tours to insightful fireside chats and panels, attendees participated in empowering educational sessions and hands-on opportunities to network, connect, and learn.
“NY NOW’s 2025 Winter Market showcased the innovation and creativity that are driving today’s retail industry,” said Matthew Mathiasen, Show Director of NY NOW. “With a charismatic mix of established and emerging exhibitors, engaging discussions, and networking sessions, the market was truly a destination for discovery, connection, and business growth, setting the stage for the future of retail.”
As part of the Winter Market, the NY NOW Innovation & Impact Awards once again celebrated excellence in the retail space across four categories: Sustainability & Social Impact, which recognizes brands committed to sustainability and social responsibility; the Emerging Brand Award, which honors up-and-coming talent making waves in the industry; the Trailblazer Award, honoring industry visionaries who have made a lasting impact; and the People’s Choice Award, where the diverse NY NOW community votes for their favorite product among finalists on-site.
This year’s winners, who embody innovation and forward-thinking in their respective categories, include:
* Sustainability & Social Impact: N/UM – Known for chef-curated, 100% natural, and sustainably sourced artisan salts that add a unique touch to culinary creations, free of additives or caking agents.
* Emerging Brand Award: LÚDERE – A fine jewelry brand by artist Arielle Zella, offering joyful, uncommon, and easy-to-wear pieces made from 14k solid gold, gold vermeil, and sterling silver with natural gemstones.
* Trailblazer Award: XO Bath – A sustainable soap company that created the XO Bar, a plastic-free, chemical-free soap bar designed for skin health and environmental well-being.
* People’s Choice Award: Mon Ami – Specializing in chic, whimsical heirloom dolls, baby gifts, and elegant home décor, Mon Ami brings world-class design and exceptional quality to its timeless products.
The 2025 Winter Market successfully showcased the latest trends and products, providing attendees with actionable insights and a wealth of opportunities to foster growth. This year’s event solidified NY NOW’s position as a key platform for discovering the latest trends and leading brands in the evolving gift, home, and accessories sectors. Continuing the modern marketplace approach, celebrating retail innovation, and building upon this momentum, NY NOW will host the much-anticipated Summer Market from August 3–5, 2025.
For more information on NY NOW or to learn about upcoming events, visit www.nynow.com (linked below).
About NY NOW:
NY NOW is the leading gift, home, and accessories wholesale trade show in New York City, where brands, buyers, and designers come twice per year to make game-changing connections that supercharge their businesses. NY NOW and online wholesale marketplace partner, Bulletin, connect 5,000+ independent brands with 50,000+ U.S. and international buyers from independent stores, museums, department stores, bookstores, galleries, general gift shop, art & entertainment venues and many more.
With 3 core sections across 35+ product categories, NY NOW encompasses home décor and tableware, gifts, accessories, jewelry, and so much more. Attendees can explore an extensive range of offerings, from stationery, eclectic gifts, and trending home décor to aromatherapy and fragrance, lifestyle accessories, and fine jewelry. The show embraces the unrivaled thrill of in-person connection and endless discovery, alongside NY NOW Online, the integrated wholesale platform, making ordering a breeze for thousands of buyers in attendance. It’s a true hybrid wholesale experience.
About Emerald:
Emerald Holding, Inc. is the largest U.S.-based B2B event organizer, empowering businesses year-round by expanding meaningful connections, developing influential content, and delivering powerful commerce-driven solutions. As the owner and operator of a curated portfolio of B2B events spanning trade shows, conferences, B2C showcases and a scaled hosted buyer platform, Emerald also delivers dynamic solutions across leading industries through its robust content and e-commerce marketplace. Emerald is a trusted partner for its thousands of customers, predominantly small and medium-sized businesses, playing a pivotal role in driving ongoing commerce through streamlined buying, selling, and networking opportunities. Powered by an experienced team, Emerald is fostering impactful engagement and delivering unparalleled market access with a commitment to driving business growth 365 days a year. For more information, please visit: www.emeraldx.com.
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Piercing Ken Thoughts: This was cool news but I admit that I was a tad shocked to find the show revamping into a three day affair. I’ve been attending NY NOW for several years and can state with authority that its gotten smaller over the years and that is likely based on numerous other shows having popped up since I first began my own adventuring in the aisles. I still love the show and have been able to really get some good content for the website that you are now reading along with considerable content for the Official Piercing Ken YouTube Channel. If you’d like to see some of that stuff all you need to do is click the hyperlinked text and a new browser tab will open for you to pick and choose what interests you the most. Though its too early to know my plans for the Summer Market, you can be rest assured that if I am not otherwise engaged that I will be exploring this one once again. Chime in down below if you feel like commenting and I will see you next time with more awesome content.
The Press Release:
We at Business Show Media are excited to announce that we have acquired the White Label World Expo Series from Fortem International. The series will become a part of our portfolio and will run alongside The Business Show, expanding our reach to online retailers, entrepreneurs, and business owners.
White Label Expo welcomes 15,000 attendees to the London edition and 8,500 to the Vegas event. By co-locating these two dynamic events, Business Show Media creates extended opportunities for exhibitors to connect with a broader, highly engaged audience and visitors to explore more opportunities for their business. With the White Label World Expo now part of Business Show Media’s global portfolio, exhibitors are positioned to maximise the value of their participation, whilst gaining exposure to a wider network of potential clients and partners. Continue reading Business Show Media Acquires White Label World Expo→
The Press Release:
Cannabis Means Business (CMB) is a new vision for the show previously run as CWCBExpo. This evolution is a significant shift in the landscape of cannabis industry events and reflects the needs of today and the future of the industry. Taking place June 4-5, 2025 at the Javits Center in New York, this transformation to CMB reflects a growing recognition of the cannabis sector’s evolution and its increasing relevance in business discussions across a multitude of industries and around the world.
CMB–New York Global Edition will serve as a dynamic platform that encompasses an impactful range of topics, emphasizing the integration of cannabis into mainstream business practices. The event will foster an environment where industry professionals, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers and key stakeholders can engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of cannabis and New York’s growing influence as a global hub.
“The entire global cannabis supply chain is looking at the Northeast United States, and especially New York, for the latest business opportunities and cannabis innovations. More than 10 years ago, CWCBExpo was a pioneer in championing the New York market when it started the first annual cannabis business trade show at the Javits Center. This transformation into Cannabis Means Business (CMB) underscores the importance of this key market, marked by growing consumer demand, an inclusive regulatory framework, international access, and the potential for incredible growth,” said Christine Ianuzzi, CEO of CMB. “New York is quickly becoming not only a sales epicenter but is also taking the mantle of a hub of commerce and insight at the national and international level.” Continue reading CWCBExpo Rebrands As “Cannabis Means Business”→
The Press Release:
Shoppe Object, New York City’s premier home and gift trade show, is thrilled to unveil its highly anticipated new home for 2025. After six successful years at Pier 36 and the addition of Skylight at Essex Crossing, Shoppe Object has grown into its next chapter and will be bringing the show back under one roof in the magnificent Starrett-Lehigh Building in West Chelsea, marking a new era for the celebrated event.
Shoppe Object will occupy a 195,000-square-foot, avenue-to-avenue, Art Deco loft on the 3rd and 4th floors within this iconic venue. The new space will feature a continuous expanse of windows with stunning Hudson River views and an abundance of natural light, a private entrance, excellent on-site food and drink options, as well as access to an outdoor terrace on the building’s 10th floor for events and gatherings. This location will offer all the comforts and amenities that will ensure attendees and exhibitors have the extraordinary experience for which Shoppe Object has become known. With a 30% increase in space from past shows, the venue will provide ample room for an expanded array of exhibitors and an enhanced experience for attendees.
“We began our search for a permanent new home in earnest last year, and we needed a space that could carefully balance complex needs,” says Jesse James, Founder & Show Director, Shoppe Object. “The venue we were seeking didn’t exist, so we set out to find a way to create it, and a broad search brought us to every corner of the city until a conversation sparked with the perfect partner in Starrett-Lehigh. I’ve known and loved this building for years, and it truly ticks all our boxes. It’s an ideal location in a vibrant neighborhood that answers the call of our customers, and our custom footprint gives us room to welcome more great brands into our community, while maintaining the intimacy, the energy, and the careful curation that’s at the heart of what we do.” Continue reading Shoppe Object Announces Move To Starrett-Lehigh Building→
