Trade Shows & Associations

Retailers from Australia, Chile, the Dominican Republic, Germany and the United States were named 2026 Global Innovation Award (gia) honorees at the gia gala Tuesday night.

Innovation and consumer inspiration will be critical to driving growth in the housewares industry, according to Joe Derochowski, Circana home industry advisor, who shared market insights and growth opportunities during a keynote presentation at The Inspired Home Show 2026.

The International Housewares Association’s Global Innovation Awards (gia) for Product Design honor exhibitors’ latest creations and cutting-edge innovations, recognizing five finalists each across 12 categories.