Middle managers still play an important role in organizations
It seems that at every Market, most of the conversations seem to center around which retailers came and which ones bought. While that certainly is understandable, …
Category: Leadership
More pointers for independent reps who want to make the transition from good to great
Last week, I wrote a column that talked about the changing role of the independent sales rep and offered some tips that I thought would …
American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation names Patrick Chapin CEO
HIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation has named Patrick Chapin as chief executive officer, a role previously held by Karen …
New members join High Point Market Authority board of directors Jan. 1, 2023
HIGH POINT – The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces updates to its board of directors, effective January 1, 2023. Six incoming board members will serve a two-year …
Reps today must be more than good – they need to be great
For many, this means adding value by becoming a problem solver for the customers you are selling and embracing digital tools that help improve productivity …
Hooker Furnishings partners with Baer’s, Matter Brothers to donate more than 1,200 beds to victims of Hurricane Ian
MARTINSVILLE, VA, November 2022 – Hooker Furnishings has teamed up with Florida-based retailers Baer’s Furniture and Matter Brothers Furniture to donate more than 1,200 beds …
Tom Conley reflects on his 11 years as head of High Point Market Authority
In a candid interview with Home News Now, the exec discusses the shortcomings, challenges and opportunities of the industry’s single largest event HIGH POINT — …
ADL to honor three home furnishings industry execs
New York, NY, October 31, 2022 … ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) will honor three home furnishings industry executives for their individual contributions to their respective …
Preliminary figures show Market attendance up 8.7% from last October
International attendance also reported up more than 45% from last fall HIGH POINT – Market attendance as of Tuesday was up 8.7% compared to last …
The legacy of Martin Ploy
AICO’s president retires next month, but not before leaving an indelible mark as ‘the most accomplished person in the furniture industry’ Everything about Martin Ploy, …
