Hooker Furnishings makes key staff additions aimed at transforming business
Caroline Hipple named to new post of chief creative officer, Jeff Behmer named EVP of merchandising case goods, Scot Kanaly named VP of sales, domestic …
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January furniture orders fall 1% from last year
Shipments fall 13% during same period, consistent with 14% annual decline in December and 17% decline for calendar year 2023 HIGH POINT — New furniture …
Albany Industries adds West Coast manufacturing, distribution facility
350,000-square-foot operation in Salt Lake City will serve customers in Western states SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — Upholstery manufacturer Albany Industries is adding a 354,000-square …
Ardmore Home Design acquires Burton James
Company also names industry veteran Sean Gillespie director of sales for the brand CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. — The owners of Ardmore Home Design have …
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. …
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 …
Consumer confidence remains flat in March
While recession fears have fallen, consumers are concerned about elevated prices and interest rates, which could continue to impact high-ticket purchases such as furniture WASHINGTON …
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 …
Premarket sheds light on business opportunities in today’s tough retail environment
Acknowledging that business remains a challenge, many discussed how they are hoping to move the needle with retailers and consumers HIGH POINT — Premarket always …
