Apparently, we’ve hit Rock Bottom
by Sherwin-Williams’ September Color of the Month has a funny name, but the broader trends behind it are no joke A few days ago, I was…
CPSC announces 3 clothing storage unit recalls in 1st half of September
by Units pose tip-over, entrapment hazards that can injure or kill children WASHINGTON — The first half of September yielded three clothing storage unit recalls involving…
Liberty Furniture names Maggie Henning director of sales
by Executive will lead company's internal e-commerce and brick-and-mortar sales teams ATLANTA — Liberty Furniture, a whole-home resource for value-driven, quality furniture, has created a new sales…
Letter from the publisher: Enough is enough
by I’ve been getting distress calls from a number of manufacturers lately. Retail partners are asking to be “made whole” with tariff refund checks and questioning…
Is the furnishings segment experiencing a ‘lipstick effect’?
Recent retail results suggest smaller purchases and the feeling of getting a deal may be winning out in an uncertain economy HIGH POINT What do…
The Dump to close all locations outside Virginia
by Move will leave the retailer with 2 remaining stores in Norfolk and Richmond, Virginia NORFOLK, Va. — Retailer The Dump announced it is closing its…
Industry sales veteran Pamela Newman Goins dies at age 81
TRINITY, N.C. — Pamela Newman Goins, who spent 21 years working with the Virginia/Carolinas Home Furnishings Representatives Association in High Point, died Sept. 3. She…
Maxwood Furniture hires Matt Ezyk as VP, digital commerce and experience
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Wood furniture manufacturer Maxwood Furniture has hired Matt Ezyk as vice president of digital commerce and experience. Matt Ezyk In this position,…
Adriana Hoyos to hold inaugural Design Week event in Ecuador
Event aims to educate designers from around the world about the company's manufacturing and design process MIAMI — Luxury furniture manufacturer Adriana Hoyos is hosting its…
Group Dev celebrates opening of 1st Ashley showroom in Democratic Republic of the Congo
by LUBUMBASHI, Democratic Republic of the Congo — During the last week of August, Group Dev unveiled the first Ashley showroom in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony. The 7,200-square-foot facility marks…
CPSC announces 3 clothing storage unit recalls in 1st half of September
Units pose tip-over, entrapment hazards that can injure or kill children WASHINGTON — The first half of September yielded three clothing storage unit recalls involving…
CPSC announces recall of more than 16,000 ergonomic office chairs
Units pose a fall hazard as the backrests can detach from the chairs WASHINGTON — The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the…
Maxwood Furniture hires Matt Ezyk as VP, digital commerce and experience
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Wood furniture manufacturer Maxwood Furniture has hired Matt Ezyk as vice president of digital commerce and experience. Matt Ezyk In this position,…
See new and trending products coming to Las Vegas Market
by Get ready for Las Vegas Market by checking out some of the new and trending products exhibitors are bringing this summer. Meridian Furniture’s Cedar velvet…
HPMA announces fall market educational events at The Point
by HIGH POINT — The High Point Market Authority announces its fall market lineup for educational programming and networking events at The Point on Commerce Avenue, starting Saturday, Oct.…
Howard Elliot to celebrate 25th anniversary during October High Point Market
HIGH POINT — Howard Elliott is celebrating 25 years of design, creativity, partnerships and growth in the home furnishings industry and will mark the milestone…
by Job Title: Director of Customer Experience Company: Morris Furniture Co. Location: Fairborn, Ohio Description: The Director of Customer Experience is responsible for providing strategic leadership,…
Job Title: Director of Customer Care Company: Jordan's Furniture Location: East Taunton, Massachusetts Description: The Director of Customer Care will elevate Jordans' operation into a…
by Job Title: President Company: Gabriella White Location: Pelham, Alabama Description: Gabriella White is seeking a President to serve as the senior operating leader, driving the…
Retail
People seen at September premarket
In typical premarket fashion, event sponsors and buyers worked hard during the opening day of the event. At the end of the day, they got…
Latest Consumer Insights Now research on furniture shopping focuses on Gen Z shopper
With finances being a major concern, the 18-29-year-old age group primarily purchases furniture based on price HIGH POINT — Welcome to our latest edition of…