CA Gift Show, January '09
MMPI UNIFIES WEST COAST GIFT RESOURCES WITH ACQUISITION OF THE CALIFORNIA GIFT SHOW
SINGLE MANAGEMENT STRENGTHENS LOS ANGELES MARKET
 LOS ANGELES, CA (May 11, 2009) - MMPI (owner of the L.A. Mart) announces the acquisition of the California Gift Show® (CGS) from dmg world media, effective immediately, creating a unified and strengthened market experience anchoring the gift and home industry for the West Coast. The newly integrated California Gift Show, scheduled to take place July 14-20, 2009, will run under MMPI's single ownership and management at two venues, to deliver the resources retailers need and consumers are buying.
Saving precious resources with the newest "green" bags - Featuring Gift Box Corporation at The California Gift Showh
Gift Box Corporation is proud to offer numerous products that are reusable, renewable, made up of recycled content or are recyclable, biodegradable and even organic. We are constantly seeking out new 'green" resources to bring you the widest selection of environmentally friendly packaging available.
Attached image is our newest "green" bag imprinted with the words : "recycle, reuse, renew". Made from natural, renewable plant fiber, these tough bags can be used over and over again, saving precious resources. See these and our entire line at the upcoming California Gift Show, room 450 LA Mart.
The Acquisition of The California Gift Show underscores the value of the Los Angeles Market
Debuting in July, the California Gift Show will have an extended presence both at the L.A. Mart and the Los Angeles Convention Center, reinforcing the importance of the West Coast and California marketplace for the Gift & Home industry, while providing buyers a well-organized event featuring unique resources and reflecting the consumer tastes and demands.
"The acquisition of California Gift Show underscores our belief in the inherent value of Los Angeles as a market destination and our commitment to the gift industry," said Joan Ulrich, senior vice president, MMPI. "We are thrilled to offer a comprehensive show at two fantastic locations providing greater and direct, local access to one of the 10 largest economies in the world - the California marketplace."
"With their ownership of the L.A. Mart and long-time partnership with the California Gift Show, MMPI was a natural choice as the future owner," said Alan Steel, Executive Vice President, dmg world media. "We know that the MMPI management team will continue to produce the highest quality event for our shared customers."
The New California Gift Show Welcomes Jeremie - July 14-20, 2009
Jeremie, in business for 33 years, is delighted to introduce you to our Home and Garden collection. We design and manufacture home and garden accessories for the inspired retailer and many catalog companies. Whether primitive or contemporary in design, all of our products are handcrafted and arrive to you virtually unchanged from the artisan's hands.
James Carroll, owner and founder of Jeremie, originally focused on the work of Haitian metal artists who fashioned his designs from recycled steel drums. Today these artists continue to be unmatched in their ability to work with hand-beaten metal.
"Green" before "Green" was in fashion
Rescuing literally hundreds of thousands of steel drums from landfills, craftsmen reshaped them into wall sculptures, bowls, trays and other works of art. The process continues today and is part of the Jeremie collection.
Over the past three decades Jeremie has expanded this love for handmade creations into many other mediums - wood, ceramics, glass and stone. Today our manufacturing is done in many parts of the world. Attracting loyal, prominent artists and designers who lend their talents to these creations, we strive to show a reverence for what is old and sacred, with a touch of magic and whimsy - all designed to show an enduring love for beauty and nature. This unique group of artists are trend-setters - yet they are traditional in blending the old and the new. They create designs that are comfortable in both a New York City loft as well as a Montana lodge.
Enjoy your visit with Jeremie and let us know how we can help you.
The newly Integrated Show caters to West Coast Retailers and Buyers
Continuing the tradition of the L.A. show, the California Gift Show with the L.A. Mart's temporaries and permanent showrooms offers even more flexibility and caters to the thousands of gift stores within driving distance of the city serving a consumer audience of 13 Million, as well as a broader geographic base of buyers in pursuit of L.A.'s distinct style and offering. "With a population of 37 million people and an economy that produces over $1.8 trillion in gross state product, it's obvious California and its most populous city should continue the 50-year tradition of hosting a temporary Gift market," Ulrich said.
"By combining the management of the temporaries with the management of the showrooms, we can produce a much larger marketing effort capable of communicating the benefits of Los Angeles, California and the West Coast."
"We know the market wants a large presence in Los Angeles, and we know the manufacturers and their reps want a well-organized event to reach their important retailers. People know where to find each other in L.A., and we plan to build on that foundation," Ulrich continued.
cinda b Debuts Fresh Styles for Fall 2009 at The New California Gift Show
See the new additions to the stylish, yet practical cinda b Collection of handbags, totes and accessories
 
(Atlanta, Georgia - May 13, 2009) California Marketing Associates, Inc. Showroom, C1300 - cinda b (www.cindab.com), maker of contemporary quilted handbags and totes, travel bags and accessories, will debut its latest handbag and tote styles for fall and showcase its entire '09 Collection from July 14th to the 20th at the California Gift Show 2009. Since its national debut this past January, cinda b is being recognized on main street and Hollywood Boulevard alike as one of the hottest bag lines of the year. Come see what the buzz is about.
cinda b's fresh fall products include a sassy clutch, a "forget-me-not" key fob, a handy lunch bag, and a couple new twists to its popular Hobo. The perfect combination of fashionable designs and durable fabrics, cinda b bags are making quite a statement across the country with girls of all ages. Even Jillian Harris, this season's bachelorette on ABC's popular "Bachelorette" series, sports several of the cinda b bags as she dresses to impress and travels in style with her suitors on prime time television.
"Summer's here and so are the latest cinda b designs," said Cinda Boomershine, Founder and Designer of cinda b. "I'm so excited for our new fall lines to hit the market as they really do add another dimension to our offerings and spice up any gal-on-the-go's matching set. With the additional new styles and patterns in the 2009 collection, we definitely have a bag, tote or accessory for every modern woman!"
The clutch, key fob, lunch bag, and reverse and mini Hobos will complement the new cinda b 2009 Collection. With active lifestyles in mind, cinda b bags are practical and versatile, yet classy and chic. Each bag is made with fashion-forward poly/nylon fabrics, making them water and stain-resistant and machine washable. Pockets, compartments, clasps, zippers, snaps and straps accessorize each bag. Plus, all cinda b bags are made in the USA, a rarity for the handbag industry. All of the bags can accommodate the weekend warrior, business executive, student or girl on-the-go. A list of retailers can be found at www.cindab.com.
View the entire cinda b Collection in the California Marketing Associates, Inc. showroom C1300 from July 14-20 at the new California Gift Show. Please stop by to learn more about the Collection.
This Gift & Home Industry Leader Offers Retailers more reason to Shop LA
Exhibit options will feature the same high quality, high-service support that defines the L.A. Mart under the MMPI industry-leading management team that runs events across the country. The combined show expands and preserves the flexibility exhibitors have when choosing how to tap into the lucrative West Coast economy.
The acquisition also allows more newer or smaller resources to be marketed alongside major industry anchors in showrooms. The combination of large and small companies creates a broad mix of options for retailers looking for proven names and products alongside newer, smaller companies entering the market.
"No show producer has demonstrated a larger commitment to Los Angeles than MMPI," said Mark Furlet, vice president and general manager, L.A. Mart. "We have a combined dedicated team of more than 30 people on the ground in L.A. today, as we work to unify the California Gift Show and the L.A. Mart Gift & Home market offering the retailers even more reasons to shop in L.A. We intend to provide the stability and platform for success our customers and the industry deserve."
HOW TO APPLY:
Exhibitors new to the California Gift Show are invited to apply by contacting Frank Joens or the sales team 213.763.5834, Frank Joens at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or visiting:
http://www.lamart.com/gift, http://www.californiagiftshow.com/
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When you attend The New California Gift Show this July, plan to see our BAOlink Featured exhibitors including:
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Jeremie Holiday at The California Gift Show July 14-20, 2009
cinda b Debuts Fresh Styles for Fall 2009 at The New California Gift Show
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