How do we attract the next generation of furniture workers?
A few weeks ago, I attended the Sewn Products Equipment and Suppliers (SPESA) conference, held during TechTextil in Raleigh, North Carolina. During the event, panelists …
Author: Jennifer Bringle
Jennifer Bringle is the executive editor of Casual News Now. She has served as editor-in-chief of Casual Living, the leading trade publication covering the outdoor furnishings and accessories industry. She also served as managing editor of Designers Today, a trade publication focused on the interior design community. Prior to that, she served as editor-in-chief of Kids Today magazine, the leading trade publication of the infant and juvenile home furnishings and accessories industry. Jennifer also has been featured on Good Morning America, The Plum and the Associated Press. Jennifer is a 2001 graduate of North Carolina State University with a B.A. in mass communication with a minor in journalism.
Will the pandemic home goods boom continue?
This story first appeared at sister publication Casual News Now. As the COVID-19 pandemic forced people to shelter at home for much of last year, …
Casual News Now names Alex Milstein editor in chief
Casual News Now names Alex Milstein editor in chief, with previous editor in chief Jennifer Bringle taking on the role of executive editor.
Outdoor home projects on upswing according to Houzz study
Outdoor spaces are more in demand than ever according to the 2021 Houzz & Home Report. According to the survey of more than 70,000 U.S. consumers, …
Lloyd Flanders announces new CEO, promotions
Lloyd Flanders announced its new interim CEO, as well as promotions for two key members of the organization. Gene Davenport has been appointed interim CEO, …
Casual retailers share challenges, frustrations of product delays
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve spoken to retailers and manufacturers in the casual industry about the state of business. And with few exceptions, …
Booming business, supply chain woes create product scarcity
At this week’s High Point Market, things felt oddly almost normal. While the show wasn’t as robust as pre-COVID markets, a significant increase in attendance …
Style trends emerge at Showtime
This story first appear on our sister site Casual News Now. HIGH POINT — At the ITA Showtime Market, buyers got a chance to see …
Booming business, supply disruptions shape performance fabric industry
This story first appeared on our sister site Casual News Now. HIGH POINT — At the recent ITA Showtime Market, the lingering effects of the …
In-person retail focus of Market Insights webinar
ATLANTA/LAS VEGAS/HIGH POINT, N.C. –With COVID restrictions easing and business returning to more normal operations, International Market Centers’ June 2021 “Market Insights” webinar will explore the …
