A conversation with Micah Swick, Bernards new president, chief operating officer
GREENSBORO, N.C. — In March, case goods resource Bernards named industry veteran Micah Swick president and chief operating officer, a role that had previously been …
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Purple Innovation seeks ITC investigation into trade practices of Chinese producers
The complaint alleges unfair competition in the manufacture of certain pillows, seat cushions and other components and packaging WASHINGTON, D.C. — Bedding manufacturer Purple Innovation …
Putting the recession in perspective
Guest columnist Tim Stump considers the challenges alongside many of the positives in today’s economy. Recession is defined as two consecutive quarters of negative GDP …
Nationwide Marketing Group set to open Orlando PrimeTime
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – The only constant in the world of independent retail has been the need to change. As members of Nationwide Marketing Group gather …
Judges select record number of finalists for Innovation + Design Award
HIGH POINT — As the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) INNOVATION + DESIGN reputation increases so does the number of exceptional furniture entries making …
Steinreich Communications hires Monica Edwards as SVP, head of Lifestyle Brands segment
HACKENSACK, NJ– Monica Edwards, who has guided the growth of brands like Vera Bradley and Drexel Heritage, has joined global public relations firm Steinreich Communications Group, Inc. …
Broad River seeks to donate 500 mattresses to children in need
Fort Mill, SC – Broad River Retail (BRR) will donate a mattress to a child in need for every mattress sold at all 31 Broad …
The power of technology in a world of furniture backlogs and labor shortages
A panel of experts at last month’s Furniture Manufacturing Expo offers insights into investing in technology and balancing equipment needs with human talent HICKORY, N.C. …
Doing more with less and other takeaways from Havertys second quarter
ATLANTA — Whenever I listen to a Havertys earnings call, the same three or four things always tend to pack the biggest punch for me. …
October IBIA Expo in Turkey offers bedding supply chain solutions
ISTANBUL, Turkey — Bedding manufacturers seeking to diversify their supply chain may find solutions at this autumn’s Mattress Supply Industry & Technology Fair. The IBIA …
