This panel explored what makes global artisanal products resonate with an expanding diversity of consumers and retailers, and how to address challenges of growing these markets. Panelists included Conor French of Indego Africa, Jim Brett of West Elm, Ruth DeGolia of Mercado Global and Dana Towsey of Walmart.

The panel was moderated by Peggy Clark of the Alliance for Artisan Enterprise, and Keith Recker of Hand/Eye Magazine.

Tickets were $20 in advance or $25 onsite. For more information, visit www.nynow.com.