Celebrating Greener Retail Innovation

At Acrylic Design, sustainability is at the core of what we do. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our sponsorship of the inaugural Shop! Path Zero Sustainability Awards, a groundbreaking initiative recognizing innovation and leadership in sustainable retail environments, custom displays and visual merchandising.

As part of the Shop! Association’s annual awards program, these new sustainability awards celebrate companies that are making significant strides toward eco-friendly practices in retail design, visual merchandising and in-store experiences. The awards will be presented at Shop! MarketPlace, happening April 8-10 in Charlotte, NC — a must-attend event for industry professionals looking to shape the future of retail.

Championing Sustainability in Retail

The Path Zero Sustainability Awards are a major step forward in acknowledging brands, designers and manufacturers who are leading the charge in reducing environmental impact while maintaining exceptional retail experiences. The awards are open across all three Shop! Awards competitions: OMA, Design, and Global Awards.

“Sustainability isn’t just a trend — it’s the future of retail,” said Acrylic Design President, Bill McNeely, Jr. “We are excited to help recognize and celebrate the companies that are making meaningful progress toward a greener industry.”

Pioneers in Retail Carbon Reduction

One way that Acrylic Design Associates has advanced sustainability in the retail industry is by introducing Recrylic^® — the world’s only line of certified recycled acrylic.  Recrylic looks, performs and costs the same as virgin cast acrylic, but reduces carbon emissions by 90%.  Acrylic Design is able to provide interested companies with a free carbon savings estimate — showing how much carbon can be saved from a particular project or program.  

Join Us at Shop! MarketPlace

Shop! MarketPlace is the premier event for retail design and shopper experience professionals. This year’s conference in Charlotte will bring together industry leaders to share ideas, discover new solutions and celebrate outstanding achievements — including the winners of the first-ever Shop! Path Zero Sustainability Awards.  To learn more and to register for MarketPlace, please visit https://www.shop-marketplace.com/

Want to Connect On-Site?

As a Shop! member and sponsor, Acrylic Design representatives will be attending Shop! MarketPlace and joining the sessions.  We won’t be hosting an exhibit booth this year, but we’d love to meet with you in Charlotte.  To schedule time on-site, please complete the form below or contact info@acrylicdesign.com.  

We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the innovators shaping a more sustainable future for retail!

📅 Event: Shop! MarketPlace

📍 Location: Charlotte, NC

🗓️ Dates: April 8-10, 2024

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