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As the year comes to a close, we want to thank you, our valued members, for being an integral part of our creative community. Wishing you and your loved ones a holiday season filled with health, happiness, and joy. Here's to a bright and inspiring year ahead! 🧡 Leah, Sue, Mary, Rick, Savannah, Jeni, and Carrie

Don’t forget to book your hotel rooms early. 🏙 While you’re in Seattle, explore iconic spots like the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, and the stunning waterfront. Make it a trip to remember– network by day, adventure by night. Secure your stay now at https://lnkd.in/dnApysEz ⚠️ When finding a place to stay, please exercise extreme caution with solicitations from other companies that claim or present themselves to be affiliated with NAMTA. NAMTA has not authorized any outside company to solicit you for hotel accommodations and will not call or email you to do so. #Creativation #namta #buildingcreativepartnerships #seattlebound #creativeproducts

Mark your calendars!! 🗓️ Registration for Creativation by NAMTA 2025 is opening soon. We can’t wait to see you in Seattle April 4-5 for innovative product workshops and business seminars and April 6-8 for the #tradeshow. You’ll experience the newest products and trends in the creative products industry! Remember to renew your NAMTA membership before registering. Stay tuned for more details!! #creativation #namta #creativeindustry #event #getcreativeinseattle

Spoiler Alert! We have a lucky winner!! 🤫 Our 10’x10’ booth at Creativation by NAMTA is going to be a showstopper thanks to AALL & Create. Want to know what they’ll bring to Creativation? Stay tuned for more updates! #creativation #namta #giveaway #winner #tradeshow

Calling all Retailers and Suppliers!! Round robin, quick-hitting product reviews have been among our most popular Namta Connect sessions. Join us for a wide ranging, rapid-fire hot product review session previewing The Art Materials Retailer magazine 2025 Buyer’s Guide. 🔥 ✨ We’ll be joined by retailers Ann Ebert of Central Art Supply and Nina Boettcher of Creative Escape. They will give their hot takes on the 2025 products. Victoria Ritter and Amy Colburn  will be on hand to showcase how the Buyer’s Guide can serve retailers and manufacturers alike. 🔗 Sign Up:: https://lnkd.in/gFpZBE-7

Guess who’s coming to NAMTA Connect? This month we'll interview Joan Kowalski, President of Bob Ross Inc. What’s been learned over the years in the creative industry? What challenges are ahead regarding IP? You’ll walk away with deeper insights about the creative products landscape. We can’t wait to see what she brings to this discussion! Register: https://lnkd.in/gMU9yeSb . . . Joan Kowalski is the President of Bob Ross Inc. This month, the American Public Television awarded Bob Ross Inc. President, Joan Kowalski, Innovator of the Year at their annual Fall Marketplace in Cleveland, Ohio. She was recognized for BRI's high level of involvement with local pubTV stations and their fundraising efforts. Bob Ross Inc. has changed the face of how-to programming on public television and turned the Joy of Painting into a mainstream phenomenon supported by a unique line of Bob Ross painting products, certified instructors and whimsical collectibles for painters and non-painters alike. BRI continues today uninterrupted and as strong an organization as ever, with just a dozen devoted employees. For more information, visit www.bobross.com or call 1-800-BOB-ROSS.

Ready to thrive in 2025? Join Georganne Bender and learn about emerging retail trends, how to gain an edge over your competition, fortify your foundation, and refine your future sales strategies! You’ll learn all about the trends like hybrid shopping, social commerce, and AI that are set to gain even more traction in the coming year. Register: https://lnkd.in/gn3JDc8b #creativation #namtaconnect #artmaterials #craftproducts #socialmedia #businessdevelopment #retail #kizerandbender

Tomorrow on Namta Connect: Liquitex is proud to introduce Bio-Based Heavy Acrylics, our newest range that reflects our effort to be more environmentally conscious while still maintaining the ultimate product performance expected from the brand. In this NAMTA Connect session, Resident Artist and Director of Education Jimmy Leslie, will join David Pyle to discuss some of the frequently asked questions surrounding this innovative product that came out of the R&D and testing process. Register: https://lnkd.in/gady7UKX #productdemo #namta #namtaconnect #creativation #acrylic #biobasedacrylic #liquitex #colart

The December NAMTA Connect Calendar is here!! This month we’re highlighting new opportunities to ring in 2025. You’ll learn about Liquitex’s new Bio-Based acrylic, tips for 2025 with Kizer and Bender, a lesson in IP and Leadership with Joan Kowalski of Bob Ross, and a special session with Art Materials Retailer where we’ll unveil the Buyer’s Guide and our top picks for 2025. We can’t wait to connect with you this month! Sign up today! https://lnkd.in/dSuydtN7  #creativation #namtaconnect #artmaterials #craftproducts #workshop #businessdevelopment

Happy Thanksgiving from NAMTA! We have so much to be grateful for this year. What fills our hearts the most is the joy and creativity we share with our amazing community. Wishing you a happy holiday from your NAMTA Team! ✨ 💜 Leah, Sue, Rick, Savannah, Jeni, Mary and Carrie ⬇️ What are you thankful for? Let us know in the comments. #happythanksgiving #gratitude #creativity #joy #creativation #namta