Dec 17, 2008

7 W New York Shows Its Appreciation For International Buyers During New York Gift & Home Textiles Market Week

New York, NY — New York City is the world’s buying hub, attracting thousands of local retailers and an ever-increasing roster of international buyers seeking the latest offerings in giftware, tabletop, decorative accessories and home textiles products. Following the success of last summer’s event during the New York Gift and Home Textiles Market Weeks, 7 W New York is pleased to announce the return of its International Buyer Appreciation Day this winter. Co-sponsored by the 7 W Exhibitors Association, the building will fete its international buyers on two days – Friday, January 23rd and Saturday, January 24th – providing them with showroom specials, giveaways, raffles and pre-show tours.

“We value all of our customers; however, we created this special day to recognize the importance of a thriving relationship with the global trade community,” states 7 W Vice President and General Manager Chris Collins. “Since the launch of International Day last summer, we have nearly doubled our pool of International attendees. Combined with a series of new initiatives that enhance the shopping experience, we are confident that our efforts will result in continued success in building a larger base of international buyers.

7 W is extending International Appreciation Day to cover a two-day period, allowing a greater number of international buyers to enjoy the scheduled events and special amenities. Those who are planning to make 7 W a shopping destination this winter will find a host of incentives including: in-suite events and receptions; an attractive goodie bag; and as always, a welcoming lounge area with complimentary refreshments and concierge services. In addition, the building’s recent launch of an E-Catalog Gallery, as well as the online tool – Plan 7 W – will be especially helpful for international buyers to plan and prepare their visit.

Buyers who want more information on 7 W and its full schedule of events for the 2009 January Gift and Home Textiles Market Week should log on to 7wnewyork.com.

The New York Home Textiles Market Week® is a registered trademark of George Little Management, LLC.

7 W NEW YORK™ is a wholesale mart building, catering to the buyers of Home Décor, Table Top, Giftware, Textiles and Decorative Accessories. Its daily hours of operation are Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm with extended hours during special market weeks. 7 W New York is a trademark of Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI).

MERCHANDISE MART PROPERTIES, INC. (MMPI) is a trade show and property management firm, specializing in managing buildings devoted to wholesale showrooms and commercial office space. MMPI produces more than 300 trade shows, market events and conferences each year.

MMPI manages The Merchandise Mart and 350 West Mart Center in Chicago; Market Square, the Suites at Market Square, Hamilton Market, Plaza Suites, Furniture Plaza and the National Furniture Mart in High Point, N.C.; the Architects & Designers Building and 7 W New York in New York; the Boston Design Center in Boston; the L.A. Mart in Los Angeles; and the Washington Design Center and Federal Center Southwest in Washington D.C.

VORNADO REALTY TRUST, owners of MMPI, based in New York City, is a fully integrated equity real estate investment trust. Vornado’s common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and are traded under the symbol VNO.