Thinking inside the (cardboard) box
I have a “go-to” joke whenever I meet or am otherwise forced to hang out with financial planners, investment bankers, crypto traders or the like. …
Category: Education
Reflections on the High Point Market
So, why is the furniture industry based in some small town in North Carolina that is not really very notable otherwise? Wouldn’t it make more …
Being your best means committing to who you really are
We begin life being all that we are. We don’t know otherwise. We respond as best we can to each moment that passes. We learn, we make mistakes, …
HNN Q&A with Tammy Covington Nagem, High Point Market Authority
In May, the High Point Market Authority announced that Tom Conley was retiring from his position as president and chief executive officer at the end …
Common Thread for the Cure reminds us of those in need on Giving Tuesday
Lexington, NC, Nov. 16, 2022 – As the holidays quickly approach many look forward to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The most important day, however, …
What to know about upcoming PFAS regulations
As PFAS chemicals are becoming regulated in states across the nation, it’s helpful to know what the regulations are, why they are being instated and …
Is it time to reevaluate your social media strategy?
If you’ve been on Twitter recently, you know it’s going through some upheaval since Elon Musk of Tesla, Space X and being-a-billionaire fame purchased the …
John Conrad to retire from International Society of Furniture Designers
David Blair will fill position of executive director Jan. 1, 2023 HIGH POINT — After more than 13 years of service and leadership, John Conrad …
PETA recognizes Overstock.com for its ban of products made from cashmere
SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Overstock.com, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSTK), a leading online furniture and home furnishings retailer, is being recognized for …
Industry faces tough realities of new tip-over standards
Understanding and open communication of issue will be critical among retailers, importers and manufacturers About a year ago, a long-time industry friend described the proposed …
