The Last Word with Todd Wanek, president and CEO of Ashley Furniture
In his latest video interview, Editor-at-Large Ray Allegrezza speaks with the Ashley executive about a wide range of topics from the positive retail attitude at …
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Will tariff-related demand for US-made furniture satisfy the needs of consumers?
Some domestic producers have limited capabilities and skill sets compared with their Asian counterparts, which could result in a void of styles in the marketplace …
The drive to succeed: Partnering with automakers
As loyal readers know, I teach undergraduates in communication, including a course called Visual Rhetoric. One of our topics in the course is “Artful Design,” …
Made Goods opens showroom in NYDC
Space showcases major wood and upholstery categories in its line along with a display of vanities from its Pigeon & Poodle brand NEW YORK — …
Senior Furniture Design & Technical Specialist, Bob’s Discount Furniture
Location: Manchester, CT Description: The Senior Furniture Design & Technical Specialist will work closely with Merchandising to create and refine product designs that align with …
Director, Merchandise Planning, Arhaus
Location: Boston Heights, OH Description: The Director of Merchandise Planning is responsible for leading the Planners and Planning Analysts to achieve overall financial and inventory …
Part-Time Office, Sales and Marketing Assistant, Triad Cushion Factory
Location: Winston-Salem, NC Description: This role is a hybrid of sales, office and marketing responsibilities. You’ll interact with walk-in customers to help price and design …
ISFD combines Innovation+Design competition with 2025 Pinnacle Awards
HIGH POINT — The International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) is incorporating the Innovation+Design (I+D) competition, held at the spring Markets in 2023 and 2024, …
AHFA names Vanguard’s Andy Bray chair of 2025 board of directors
HIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Alliance has elected Andy Bray, president and CEO of Vanguard Furniturein Conover, North Carolina, as chair of the …
Passion for furniture makes for vibrant content
But can this same passion extend to today’s consumers so they’ll invest in quality products from legacy brands? HIGH POINT — Among my more endearing …
