Report shows consumer confidence at highest level in 2 years
If the latest report from McKinsey’s ConsumerWise research is on the mark, we may have turned the corner, at least as far as consumer confidence is …
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Design Summit helps designers focus on short-term rental market
HIGH POINT — The second annual Vacation Rental Design Summit brought hundreds of interior designers, property managers, home brands and others to High Point a …
Jason Scott prevails in 7-year case to protect his designs
Court rules that importer Trendily Home Collection copied his designs and sold them to retailers PHOENIX — When a retailer in Fort Worth, Texas, showed …
American HF Hall of Fame creates new exhibit to capture stories involving home furnishings
HIGH POINT — A self-contained videotaping booth called “Tell Us Your Story” is debuting at the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame during the April …
Challenging what’s normal helps keep mediocrity at bay
No one wakes up each day and says, “I’m thankful for another day to be mediocre.” No one sets out to be mediocre, nor accept …
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. …
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 …
