Showroom talking points: Counting our blessings and embracing imperfections
This week’s roundup of news and notes specific to our industry finds an interesting blend of luck, tragedy, hope and climate awareness. First, the luck. …
Category: Education
Gift for Life, NY Now partner for 2024 AIDS Walk New York
NEW YORK – Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led, national charitable organization, and NY Now are once again fielding a team …
Hooker Furnishings sets schedule of educational, social events for April High Point Market
MARTINSVILLE, Va. April 2024 — Hooker Furnishings has released its schedule of educational and social events for the Spring 2024 High Point Market. Kicking off …
Coaster Fine Furniture to unveil e-commerce solutions for retailers at High Point Market
SANTE FE SPRINGS, Calif. — North American furniture distributor Coaster Fine Furniture is heading to the April 13-17 High Point Market with an e-commerce solution for …
New rule to determine status of independent contractors aims for more consistency
Mention independent contractor in our business and most people will immediately think of independent reps. And while they would not be wrong, stop for a …
CIN offers a window into planned occasional table purchases
Consumers are seeking living room pieces that will coordinate well with their new sofa or sectional HIGH POINT — With upholstery being the No. 1 …
Andmore announces April High Point Market seminars and events
HIGH POINT – Education and industry connections are top of mind for Andmore at High Point Market this Spring with a packed schedule of more than 30 …
New rules for ocean shippers should benefit truckers
The Federal Maritime Commission’s recent ruling update on detention and demurrage charges may have truckers feeling like they’ve hit a stretch of open road. Here’s …
Common Thread for the Cure names 6 companies achieving Legacy Benefactor status
LEXINGTON, N.C. — The Common Thread for the Cure Foundation is proud to announce that six companies have achieved Legacy Benefactor status, the highest level …
Kudos to the bright young people working hard to make our business better
Earlier this month, I participated in the annual board of directors meeting for the International Home Furnishings Representatives Association. This was the first board meeting …
