- Level Up Home to relaunch, revitalize Simmons, Beautyrest branded upholstery brandsby Home News NowCHARLESTON, S.C. Newly-launched Level Up Group, the parent company of Level Up Home, is driving innovation in the U.S. furniture industry with a focus on …
- Long-time industry sales rep Robert ‘Bob’ Petril Sr. dies at age 85by Home News NowSARASOTA, Fla. — Robert ‘Bob’ Petril Sr., a long-time industry manufacturers’ sales representative died here on March 30. He was 85. According to his obituary, …
- March pending home sales rise 6.1% from Februaryby Thomas RussellImproving index indicates that contract activity will continue to increase in the coming weeks and months WASHINGTON, D.C. — March pending home sales fell .6% …
- Domestic upholstery resources pivot amid higher China fabric costsby Thomas RussellCompanies recover pieces, using domestic fabrics while also pulling from inventory to help offset the higher prices of fabrics from Chinese mills facing 145% tariffs …
- Wayfair playing the long gameby Brian CarrollBOSTON — Even though Wayfair once again spent more money than it brought in, as reported by Home News Now last week, CEO Niraj S. Shah did …
- 10 out of 10 with Billy Lindler, president and CEO of USSIby Mark SchumacherIn this latest episode of 10 out of 10, Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the top executive with the logistics and warehousing services …
- Tip-over restraint kits recalled on clothing storage pieces sold exclusively at Rooms To Goby Thomas RussellUnits can become brittle and break, posing a tip-over and entrapment hazard that can harm children ONTARIO, Calif. — Supplier American Bolt & Screw has …
- NetSuite Administrator, Tov Furnitureby Home News NowJob Title: NetSuite Administrator Company: Tov Furniture Location: Brooklyn, New York Description: Tov Furniture is looking for a hands-on, proactive NetSuite Administrator to lead the …
- CX Specialist, 3Z Brandsby Home News NowJob Title: CX Specialist CompanyL 3Z Brands Location: Glendale, Arizona Description: In this role, you’ll make key decisions, solve problems, and create an exceptional customer …
- Designer – Ancillary Specialist/Contract Furniture Dealer, Furniture Marketing Groupby Home News NowJob 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 …
- AICO announces annual excellence awardsby Home News NowHIGH POINT — Full-line furnishings resource AICO has announced the recipients of its annual excellence awards, recognizing outstanding contributions and achievements within the organization. The …
- Ethan Allen reports 2.5% drop in fiscal Q3 revenueby Thomas RussellHowever, company maintains strong balance sheet, reporting $9.9 million in adjusted net income and $183 million in cash and investments with no outstanding debt DANBURY, …
- February residential furniture orders, shipments decline from February 2024by Thomas RussellHowever, orders post a slight gain from January, according to latest Smith Leonard Furniture Insights report HIGH POINT — New orders for residential furniture in …
- Deadline for Pinnacle Awards submissions is July 31by Home News NowDesigner-Maker category expanded, Biophilic Design in Wood category added High Point, N.C., May 5, 2025 — The race to enter the prestigious International Society of …
- Gardner White to hold grand opening of GW Home store June 6by Home News NowDETROIT — HNN 125 retailer Gardner White is holding the official grand opening of GW Home at 1201 Woodward Ave in Downtown Detroit, at 10 a.m. June …
- Arteriors hires 2 industry professionals for executive rolesby Thomas RussellCompany names Greg Heller vice president, product and Robin Daniel vice president, marketing DALLAS — Furniture, lighting, accessories and wall décor resource Arteriors has hired …
- Modus Furniture recalls dressers because of tip-over riskby Thomas RussellLOS ANGELES — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of 675 dressers imported by Modus Furniture International because of a tip-over …
- People seen at April High Point Marketby Thomas RussellOne of the highlights of any market is the people in the industry that you get to see and spend time with during the event, …
- Publisher’s note: Buckle up. It’s about to get roughby Rick HarrisonEarly on, this High Point Market seemed surprisingly upbeat. Our market kickoff party was a well-attended success. (Thank you again sponsors.) Conversations in showrooms felt …
- Primo introductions include delivery-friendly sectional, sleeperby Ray AllegrezzaHIGH POINT — Primo International, the Canadian-based whole-home importer, was here at market with a host of new introductions, including the Roll N Go collection …
- Home News Now, Smith Leonard to launch Fastest Furniture 50 awardsby Home News NowParticipating retailers and suppliers will be recognized based on revenue growth over the past three years HIGH POINT — Home News Now and Smith Leonard …
- Wayfair reports slight increase in Q1 net revenueby Thomas RussellCompany also further reduces its net loss by more than half BOSTON — Home furnishings retailer Wayfair reported an increase in net revenue, while also …
- 5 emerging industry leaders receive Paul Broyhill Leaders Awardby Home News NowHIGH POINT — On April 24, five emerging leaders were recognized as Paul Broyhill Leaders. This award is given annually to five emerging leaders by Paul’s son, Hunt Broyhill. …
- Havertys reports 1.3% drop in Q1 salesby Thomas RussellCompany also reports increases in net income and gross profit ATLANTA — Retailer Havertys Furniture reported a drop in sales but an increase in profitability …
- April High Point Market attendance estimated to be down 1.3% from Octoberby Thomas RussellNumbers are based on registrations among retailers, designers and international visitors HIGH POINT — Attendance at the April High Point Market was estimated to be …
- Consumer confidence falls for 5th straight month in Aprilby Thomas RussellTariffs remain a top concern as do concerns over stock prices and overall uncertainty about the economy HIGH POINT — Consumer confidence declined for a …
- ‘Business as usual’ climate dominates market despite threat of tariffsby Thomas RussellHome News Now offers this and other early observations about the April High Point Market HIGH POINT — For many larger dealers, the High Point …
- 10 out of 10 with Cary Davis, president and CEO of the American Association of Port Authoritiesby Mark SchumacherHome News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews Cary Davis, president and chief executive officer of the American Association of Port Authorities. Here Davis discusses what …
- Franchise Group bankruptcy likely to conclude May 20by Brian CarrollLenders, creditors agree on global settlement WILMINGTON, Del. — After months of legal warfare, the various litigants in the contentious Franchise Group bankruptcy proceeding have …
- Consumer Finance Hall of Fame selects Mark Denman as its first-ever inducteeby Home News NowHIGH POINT — The Consumer Finance Hall of Fame has chosen longtime industry executive Mark Denman as its first-ever inductee into the Consumer Finance Hall …