Dallas Market Center Continues 10th Floor Expansion with Kensington Protective and Shires Equestrian
DALLAS – July 11, 2024 – Dallas Market Center, home to AETA, the premier global event showcasing English industry products from leading manufacturers, continues to add new exhibitors opening permanent showrooms on the reimagined 10th floor of the World Trade Center. Kensington Protective and Shires Equestrian will each open showrooms at Dallas Market Center for the first time, joining a growing number of English and Western showrooms on the floor that will debut in 2025.
"We're excited to support the growth of these renowned brands,” said Cindy Morris, president and CEO of Dallas Market Center. “Kensington Protective and Shires Equestrian opening permanent showrooms on our expanded 10th floor will bring a great selection of English products that will attract loyal and new buyers.”
"Kensington Protective Products is thrilled to unveil our new permanent showroom at the Dallas Market Center, where innovation meets style to redefine equine protection," says owner Anthony Gatto. "We eagerly anticipate welcoming buyers to our new space, where we're excited to forge new partnerships, grow our business, and elevate brand awareness together."
A pioneering force in the industry, Kensington Protective is a leading brand known for innovative, high-quality products that prioritize rider safety and style. With a diverse portfolio spanning essential riding gear and stylish horse care accessories, the 50-year-old company has earned a loyal following among discerning equestrians globally.
"Our new showroom at Dallas Market Center marks an exciting chapter as we grow our global footprint," said Malcolm Ainge, Chairman of Shires Equestrian. "Being at a marketplace will help us connect with a new set of buyers and make valuable business connections."
For over 50 years, Shires Equestrian has been crafting premium products. Founded in England's equestrian heartland, the company is known for durable designs that blend functionality and refined style. As a leading lifestyle brand in the industry, Shires continues to expand its global footprint to better serve its growing customer base.
The 10th floor expansion will debut in January 2025 and will feature a wide array of prominent Western and English brands in the newly reimagined space, including Levi’s, Signature Products Group, Cinch, Thorogood, CAT Workwear, and Ariat. Additional exhibitors will be shared in the coming weeks.
For upcoming markets, visit the Dallas Market Center website and download the Dallas Market Center mobile app. Also, keep up-to-date on all information by visiting Dallas Market Center on Facebook, Instagram , Twitter, and the DMC Daily Dose.
About Dallas Market Center
Dallas Market Center is a global business-to-business trade center and the leading wholesale marketplace in North America connecting retailers and interior designers with top manufacturers in gifts, home décor, gourmet and housewares, holiday/floral, gifts, lighting, and apparel and accessories. Inside its dynamic, five million square foot campus, nearly 200,000 customers from all 50 states and 85 countries seek industry trends, business education and new products from exhibitors throughout the year via dominant trade events for gift, home décor, holiday and floral; the nation’s most comprehensive apparel and accessories markets featuring the latest styles from East Coast and West Coast designers; the largest residential lighting trade event in North America; and the largest and most successful open-daily design center. The marketplace is located in the strongest economic zone in the country. In addition, more than 80% of Dallas Market Center buyers report that they do not shop other market centers. To make plans for upcoming markets, visit the Dallas Market Center website and download the Dallas Market Center App. Also, keep up-to-date on all information by visiting Dallas Market Center on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the Dallas Market Center blog.
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