Universal to shift domestic upholstery production from Conover to Hildebran, North Carolina
by HILDEBRAN, N.C. – Universal Furniture announced that it is moving its domestic upholstery manufacturing operations from Conover to Hildebran by the end of this year…
Theodore Alexander will not move into new showroom in design district in time for market
Because of permitting and construction-related delays, the company instead will show in its former space at 229 Russell Ave. for one last market HIGH POINT…
Storis names Bill Trimble SVP, strategy and transformation
by MOUNT ARLINGTON, N.J. – Storis, a provider of unified commerce software solutions for home furnishings retailers, today announced that Bill Trimble has joined the company…
Taylor King promotes Cass Key to creative director
TAYLORSVILLE, N.C. — Custom upholstery manufacturer Taylor King has promoted Cass Key to creative director. She was previously sales and marketing director, a position she…
Seen at the January Las Vegas Market
Home News Now spent several days at the recently ended winter Las Vegas, where we saw a number of case goods and upholstery resources showcasing…
1st look at Las Vegas Market introductions and trending products
by Furniture manufacturers are gearing up for the Las Vegas Market this weekend, and they are ready to bring their A-game to the first big furniture…
Bernards combines traditional and digital tools to empower retail partners
by HIGH POINT Bernards Furniture has introduced a distinctive hybrid sales support model designed to strengthen its retail partners’ in-store selling efforts. In contrast to the…
Jessica Charles hosts 50th anniversary celebration at High Point Market
HIGH POINT – Jessica Charles, a pioneer in American-made accent upholstery, announces its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of fashion-forward design, artisanal craftsmanship, and innovative…
by Job Title: Product Standards Specialist Company: Bob's Discount Furniture Location: Aberdeen, Maryland Description: The Product Standards Specialist will be responsible for ensuring that all products meet…
Job Title: Director of Employee Benefits and Wellness Company: Havertys Furniture Location: Sandy Springs, Georgia Description: In this role, you will maintain and enhance the…
Job Title: Designer - Ancillary Specialist/Contract Furniture Dealer/Plano, TX Company: Furniture Marketing Group Location: Plano, Texas Description: The Ancillary Specialist is the field expert regarding the…
Retail
March furniture store sales rise 7.7% from March 2024
This marks the 8th straight gain for the furniture segment as some consumers are buying products before tariffs take effect WASHINGTON — Year-over-year furniture store…
Tariff uncertainty could stall new product commitments at market
Many likely will wait until tariffs become final sometime in early July before placing orders HIGH POINT — As with the manufacturing/supply side of the…