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ATLANTA — As the summer edition of Casual Market Atlanta approaches, Andmore and the International Casual Furnishings Assn. (ICFA) have unveiled a comprehensive lineup of events aimed at strengthening connections between buyers, designers, and outdoor living brands.
The market will be held fromJuly 15–17 atAmericasMart Atlanta, with pre-market activities starting onJuly 14. This follows ICFA’s decision to move its annual Awards Gala to the fall market in September, allowing the July event to focus on educational sessions, networking, and showroom experiences.
Jon Pertchik, CEO of Andmore, emphasized the market’s role in fostering industry innovation:“Casual Market Atlanta is more than a showcase—it’s a hub where top buyers and exhibitors collaborate to shape the future of outdoor living.”
Highlights of the Event Schedule:
- July 14: ICFA Retailer Roundtables & Think Tank – A pre-market lunch-and-learn session for retailers to exchange insights.
- July 15: ICFA Women’s Leadership Network Breakfast featuring author Dr. Ethan Kross, followed by trend-focused showroom tours. The day also includes the Pink Out Atlanta fundraiser for City of Hope and the ICFA Member Benefits Bazaar.
- July 16: Trends in Outdoor Living showroom tour continues, alongside a merchandising seminar by Pure Salt Interiors and the ATL United Soccer Social at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- July 17: Elevate Outdoor – A Designer Experience ponuja kurirane oglede razstavnih prostorov, zaključno s Koktajli + priložnostne, večerni dogodek mreženja.
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Siri Scott, izvršni direktor ICFA, je opozoril:"Naši dogodki so zasnovani tako, da navdihujejo sveže ideje, gradijo odnose in proslavljajo dosežke industrije zunanjega pohištva."
Casual Market Atlanta teče obPoletna tržnica v Atlanti (15.–21. julij), ki ponuja dodatne priložnosti za medpanožno sodelovanje.