Events
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A Celebration of Independents
Reconnect with your peers
Join IHA staff and your fellow independent retailers and enjoy heavy appetizers and drinks on us at a special networking reception on Saturday, March 1 where we will all raise a glass to the success of our industry overall and the continued resilience of this critical group.
Saturday, March 1, 2025
5:30 – 7:00 PM (CT)
This event is by invitation only.
Please reach out to Connie Chantos for more information.
SPONSORED BY
A Celebration of Independents
Reconnect with your peers
Join IHA staff and your fellow independent retailers and enjoy heavy appetizers and drinks on us at a special networking reception on Saturday, March 1 where we will all raise a glass to the success of our industry overall and the continued resilience of this critical group.
Saturday, March 1, 2025
5:30 – 7:00 PM (CT)
This event is by invitation only.
Please reach out to Connie Chantos for more information.
SPONSORED BY
HYPE
HOUSEWARES YOUNG PROFESSIONALS EVENT
HYPE is an annual networking event hosted by the Young Professionals Advisory Council. It’s a great way to network with your peers in the housewares industry in a casual and fun environment full of music, cocktails and conversation.
Sunday, March 2, 2025
5:30 – 7:30 PM (CT)
The TAP
Housewares Cares Gala
RAISE FUNDS FOR WORTHY CAUSES
The mission of the non-profit Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) is to raise funds for designated charities. HCF hosts a charitable dinner during The Inspired Home Show to unite our industry and to honor its leaders. For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit the HCF website.
Monday, March 3, 2025
6:00 – 9:00 PM (CT)
Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago
Housewares Cares Gala
RAISE FUNDS FOR WORTHY CAUSES
The mission of the non-profit Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) is to raise funds for designated charities. HCF hosts a charitable dinner during The Inspired Home Show to unite our industry and to honor its leaders. For additional information and to purchase tickets, visit the HCF website.
Monday, March 3, 2025
6:00 – 9:00 PM (CT)
Four Seasons Hotel, Chicago
Housewares Credit Group March Meeting
IHA Members Invited to Attend
The meeting will feature National Retailer Financial Analytics presented by Pulse Ratings, Credit-Focused Educational Session designed to address today’s challenges, and Group Customer Account Discussion: Amazon.com Inc., At Home, Belk, Beyond, Inc., The Container Store, Bargain Hunt, Big Lots, JoAnn Stores, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Inc., Qurate (QVC/HSN), Target Corporation, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Wayfair, LLC, and many others.
Registration is mandatory for attendance. This event is exclusively for Credit and Finance Professionals. Unfortunately, sales and marketing professionals cannot register.
Monday, March 3, 2025
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CT)
S402B
Sunday, March 2, 2025
6:30-10:00 PM (CT)
Radisson Blu Aqua
gia Gala
For more than 20 years, the Global Innovation Awards (gia) have recognized and honored the best in home + housewares retailing, product design and student innovation. Finalists are on display throughout the Show; on Sunday night the Global Honorees will be revealed.
This event is by invitation only. For more information contact Piritta Törrö.
Monday, March 3, 2025
5:30-7:30 PM (CT)
South Building, Grand Ballroom S100
Networking After Dark
All Show attendees are invited to the 2025 Networking After Dark reception! Continue your discussions and networking with the entire Show community over cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, games and live music by Chicago’s premier cover band, 7th heaven!
Complimentary entry for all Show attendees.
gia Gala Host
For ease on the night of the gia Gala, please consider reserving your Show stay at the gala’s host property, the Radisson Blu Aqua Chicago. As the first Radisson Blu in the United States, the Aqua Hotel is the standard for upscale accommodations in Chicago. The hotel is walking distance from Millennium Park, the Magnificent Mile, Chicago’s Riverwalk and Navy Pier.
See You in 2025
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A lot has changed over the last few years. Manufacturers have come up with new ways to bring products to market. Retailers have innovated both online and off. Consumers have adapted to new ways of living, working and connecting. Join industry thought leaders and experts as they share strategies, experiences and data-driven insights, and return to your business with new ideas for how to operate in the post-pandemic world.