People and places at October Market
HIGH POINT — At Market, Home News Now captured some of the social scene that epitomizes the people- and relationship-focused nature of the industry. From …
Category: Celebrations
26th annual IHFRA Furniture Industry Awards Gala celebrates ‘Students of the Game’
Ashley founder Ron Wanek receives coveted Icon Award HIGH POINT — More than 600 home furnishings professionals filled the Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena and …
The legacy of Martin Ploy
AICO’s president retires next month, but not before leaving an indelible mark as ‘the most accomplished person in the furniture industry’ Everything about Martin Ploy, …
10 things we bet you didn’t know about Martin Ploy
Sure, AICO’s retiring president is accomplished in the furniture industry, but did you know: Martin Ploy drove Route 66 four times before he got married. …
Decor-Rest expanding downtown High Point showroom
HIGH POINT — Canadian upholstery manufacturer Décor-Rest is undertaking a major showroom expansion here that will more than triple the size of its existing building. …
WithIt honors Susan Inglis with 2022 Visionary Award
Announces WOW Award nominee finalists HIGH POINT — WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industry, will present its Visionary Award to Susan …
Havertys commemorates 125+ years serving Texas
ATLANTA — Furniture retailer Havertys announced the celebration of over 125 years of operations in Texas. To commemorate the anniversary, and their 22 Texas showrooms, Havertys …
Ashley for the Arts raises nearly 650K for 70-plus area non-profits
ARCADIA, Wis. – It was a successful weekend in Arcadia at Ashley for the Arts that took place August 11-13. The annual three-day music and arts …
IHFRA industry gala promises to be an October market highlight
Executive Director Ray Allegrezza says the new HPU venue and first-time retail sponsors will help make the FIAG event special We may be in the …
Judges select record number of finalists for Innovation + Design Award
HIGH POINT — As the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) INNOVATION + DESIGN reputation increases so does the number of exceptional furniture entries making …
