The 2026 Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) wrapped up in Orlando, FL last week with record attendance — once again, living up to its reputation as “North America’s largest and most prestigious trade show dedicated to kitchen and bath design.” Among the attendees...
Mike Bechtel, former Deloitte Chief Futurist, will headline the opening mainstage at NMG’s spring event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
What can businesses without million-dollar ad budgets learn from the 2026 Super Bowl commercials? Keep reading.
The give-back event marked the grand opening of the buying group’s new showroom at Las Vegas Market in January.
Read this rundown of emerging and continuing trends in the home furnishings and bedding space, as seen at the winter market in Las Vegas.
Find out the top four promotional periods for TV sales, plus how often consumers typically replace or purchase a new TV.
Read this quick review of top product trends and new technology innovations on display at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show.
The January 2026 event will include a ribbon cutting, give back experience and strategic networking opportunities.
More and more people are choosing a word of the year. But what about selecting a word for your business in 2026? Consider these suggestions.
See key retail sales results and consumer trends for the five-day period including Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday.
New Fort Lauderdale location promises fresh opportunities for learning and connection among the independent retail channel.
One of seven new floats, The Counting Sheep’s Dream Generator by Serta® also celebrates the Counting Sheep’s 25th birthday in 2025.
Brand partnerships with TV personalities are nothing new. Some brands utilize celebrities as spokespeople or endorsers, while others collaborate to create exclusive, licensed product lines. Even with the more recent onset of influencer culture, the stars of our...
The visit included a tour of Silica’s flagship store and warehouse in Fond du Lac, WI, and a presentation covering key business metrics and insights.
Read this comprehensive overview of fall promotional period results for Amazon Prime Day and the independent channel, plus a roundup of holiday retail predictions for 2025.
See the latest trends in home furnishings from the Fall 2025 High Point Furniture Market, spotted by the Nationwide Marketing Group team.
Looking for ways to leverage Small Business Saturday this year? We’ve got you covered. But first, here’s a brief history of the annual event — held the Saturday after Thanksgiving — that encourages consumers to support the independent retail channel. First observed...
A quick overview of the top five fall design trends of 2025, and why they matter to independent retailers in the home category.
Learn the difference between each mattress type, along with the answers to common FAQs about split mattresses and adjustable bases.
Read this high-level recap on the state of the economy, presented in Nashville by Nicole Cervi of Wells Fargo. Topics include housing, inflation, and tariffs.