A conversation with Micah Swick, Bernards new president, chief operating officer
GREENSBORO, N.C. — In March, case goods resource Bernards named industry veteran Micah Swick president and chief operating officer, a role that had previously been …
Author: Thomas Russell
Home News Now Editor-in-Chief Thomas Russell has covered the furniture industry for 25 years at various daily and weekly consumer and trade publications. He can be reached at tom@homenewsnow.com and at 336-508-4616.
Purple Innovation seeks ITC investigation into trade practices of Chinese producers
The complaint alleges unfair competition in the manufacture of certain pillows, seat cushions and other components and packaging WASHINGTON, D.C. — Bedding manufacturer Purple Innovation …
Broad River seeks to donate 500 mattresses to children in need
Fort Mill, SC – Broad River Retail (BRR) will donate a mattress to a child in need for every mattress sold at all 31 Broad …
The power of technology in a world of furniture backlogs and labor shortages
A panel of experts at last month’s Furniture Manufacturing Expo offers insights into investing in technology and balancing equipment needs with human talent HICKORY, N.C. …
October IBIA Expo in Turkey offers bedding supply chain solutions
ISTANBUL, Turkey — Bedding manufacturers seeking to diversify their supply chain may find solutions at this autumn’s Mattress Supply Industry & Technology Fair. The IBIA …
October 22-26 High Point Market to feature 1,000 permanent showrooms, temporary exhibits
HIGH POINT, N.C. – (August 5, 2022) – International Market Centers (IMC) will present 1,000+ permanent showrooms and temporary exhibits featuring fresh, new furniture, décor, lighting, …
Tempur Sealy International names Chris Caune Retail Edge Activation Manager
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Bedding manufacturer Tempur Sealy International has named Chris Caune Retail Edge Activation Manager. In this role, he will help oversee the company’s …
Richloom purchase of Chambers Fabrics pays off in period of supply chain woes
Domestic capacity, speed to market keeps company resilient as a supplier to the domestic upholstery industry HIGH POINT — When Richloom Weaving purchased the fabric …
Ethan Allen plans to add 6 new Design Center locations
DANBURY, Conn. — In response to the success of its Design Center footprint, Ethan Allen said it plans to add at least six more of …
Ethan Allen reports double-digit increases in Q4 sales, earnings
DANBURY, Ct. – Ethan Allen Interiors reported double-digit increases in sales and earnings for its fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended June 30. The …
