Namta

10/16/2026

Something big is coming. Our long awaited market research project, Kaleidoscope, is launching VERY soon!

This is our biggest investment to date. Research that is packed with industry-specific data to help our community see the creative industry from every angle

And that's just the beginning. After launch, we'll be rolling out even more education and events to help you put these insights to work

Stay tuned....and visit NAMTA.org/kaleidoscope-by-namta for more details

09/16/2026

A proper visit and board meeting in preparation for Creativation 2027 in Grand Rapids! See you there!! 🍻 💧

08/17/2026

An Innovation Special: How New Product Ideas Translate Into Sales

Where do new product ideas come from? How does innovation happen? How does new product development translate into new opportunities for retail growth? Join us for a special session in which we discuss product development with three innovators from Creativation 2026: Yihan Li with KraftGeek KG • KraftGeek and Ariela Kanarek with AKZ tools P.H.

We’ll discuss their creative design process, how their ideas became marketable products, and how they can maximize your sales opportunities with new creative products and tools! Join us for what is sure to be a lively (and inspirational) session!

When: Tuesday, August 18 at 3:00 PM ET
Speakers: Yihan Li & Ariela Kanarek

05/19/2026

05/17/2026

Show floor is open!! 🎉🎉

05/17/2026

Education, Exhibitor Set Up, and Welcome Reception… Day 2 in the books! The show looks fantastic, we can’t wait to see you there! 🥳

02/09/2026

✨ The wait is over! ✨

Creativation by NAMTA 2026 is officially OPEN for registration!

Join the creative materials industry in St. Louis for inspiration, connection, and serious creative energy.

Register early for a chance to WIN a free social event on us
📍 St. Louis, MO
📅 Education: May 15–16 | Trade Show: May 17–19

01/12/2026

Consumers are scrolling fast-- and brands need digital marketing strategies that cut through the noise. POSTfeed makes it easy by automating social media sharing to help you reach more people, amplify your brand voice, and turn national campaigns into local conversions.

Join John De Fusco () and Steve Robinson () to see how POSTfeed provides hands-free social media automation. More reach with less work!

Whether you're a brand seeking consistency or a retailer looking to drive traffic, this session shows how automatic builds visibility, alignment, and growth.

Register with link in Bio or here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eO3Rfb_GTpqDIE4J1MZD5g #/registration

01/01/2026

So grateful for another meaningful year with this incredible community 🥳

Thank you to our wonderful members and Board of Directors for your passion, partnership, and trust. We’re continually inspired by the opportunity to learn, grow, and evolve alongside so many creative, innovative companies. Your support and collaboration make this community what it is, and we’re deeply thankful to be on this journey together.

Here’s to continued growth, connection, and creativity in the year ahead. ✨

See you in St. Louis!