LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas Market, Jan. 28-Feb. 1, brings two distinct influencer programs – Market Pros and the The (A) List – to its winter edition with designers, trailblazers and social media mavens uncovering their favorite finds and market highlights through social media takeovers, seminars and more.
“These influencer programs explore market through diverse, expert lenses,” said Karen Olson, Andmore executive vice president, chief marketing officer. “With the establishment of a multi-faceted influencer network, we intend to inspire our buyers to dig deeper by providing a spectrum of experiences through digital creation and community collaboration.”
Market Pros is a long-standing Las Vegas Market influencer program, and The ( A ) List is the market’s newest destination for celebrity designer insights.
Market Pros
The Market Pros program at Las Vegas Market handpicks industry tastemakers to discover noteworthy trends and products at market. This January, six designers, retailers and trend-spotters participate in social media takeovers and share their top picks from market.
The Market Pros will take over the @LasVegasMarket and @LasVegasDesignCenter Instagram accounts and the @LVMarket and @LVDesignCenter Facebook pages.
Market Pros for the winter 2024 Las Vegas Market are:
- Patti Carpenter, Carpenter + Company, is an award- winning designer in globally sourced home décor, accessories, fragrance and gifts, with experience in product design and development, merchandising and color and trend forecasting.She is a Micro-Enterprise specialist with U.S. presidential recognition for domestic and international expertise in artisan development, small producer and entrepreneurial training and economic development, as well as an expert in color and trend research and forecasting. @pattictrendscope
- Tara Riceberg, Tesoro Beverly Hills & Best Gift Store Ever.com, is a second-generation retailer who has had shop-in-shops in Saks Fifth Avenue and Fred Segal. Her concept store, Tesoro Beverly Hills, is the world’s only entirely, all pre-wrapped gift store for babies, kids and adults. A cheerleader for the retail industry for decades, she has not only participated on panels at trade shows, but also has been a contributing editor for trade magazines. @BestGiftStoreEver / @tarariceberg / @tesorobeverlyhills
- Joshua Rose and Rafael Kalichstein, Citizen Artist, are visionary designers who have had commissioned projects across the United States under the moniker FORM Design Studio. The partners developed and refined a holistic approach to design, establishing the firm as a leading voice in the field and garnering frequent recognition among the most illustrious design publications. In 2023, the team announced it would operate under the name Citizen Artist, embracing the axiom that good design makes the world a more beautiful place. @citizen.artist
- Joshua Smith, Joshua Smith Inc, offers full-service residential interior design, drawing on decades of experience transforming functional spaces into inspiring environments that engage the senses and nourish the soul. After renovating his own fixer-upper, he decided to pursue a new career in design, and he attended the New York School of Interior Design. @joshuasmithinc
- Christine Vroom, Christine Vroom Interiors, is guided by the philosophy of “beauty meets function,” creating livable luxury in each project. She is passionate about mental health, and weaving in an overall sense of wellness to her projects is of utmost importance. The goal is to come alongside her clients and not only design a space that is curated for them, but also to connect with them and make sure they feel supported and taken care of through the process. @christinevroominteriors
More information about these six Market Pros, as well as their tips for maximizing Market, are available at Market Pros | Las Vegas Market.
The (A) List’s Celebrity Designers
The (A) List is a new multi-modal influencer program centered on amplifying design and retail trends through the unique perspectives of top-tier designers.
In addition to @LasVegasMarket Instagram takeovers brimming with insider market knowledge, (A) Listers each designed “Build A Room” using sourced items exclusively from Las Vegas Market exhibitors. (A) Lister Martyn Bullard will also host a “Behind Build A Room” seminar followed by a book signing event for his new book, Star Style.
The Winter 2024 Las Vegas Market ( A ) Listers are: Marissa Nelums (@glasshouseinterior), Martyn Lawrence Bullard (@martynbullard) and Nina Takesh (@nintakesh).