MAE report: US furniture exports rose 10.1% in 2022
Mexico and Canada remain the largest markets for US-made products while China and the Middle East continue to falter RICHMOND, Va. — Furniture exports rose …
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Planned Furniture Promotions partners with IHFRA to help expand membership
HIGH POINT — Thanks to creative thinking and generous support from Planned Furniture Promotions, the International Home Furnishings Representatives Association is hoping to net itself …
WithIt announces speakers for June Professional Development Conference
HIGH POINT, NC (MAY 15, 2023) – This year’s WithIt Professional Development Conference will focus on the multi-generational, diverse workplace and inspire attendees to lead and …
SFC partners with ITA, Material Return to recycle textiles from this week’s Interwoven show
HIGH POINT — The Sustainable Furnishings Council has continued to partner with the International Textile Alliance to recycle fabrics during this week’s Interwoven textile show. …
Educational programming extends year-round opportunities at AmericasMart Atlanta
ATLANTA – May 22, 2023 – Business and trend education will enhance International Market Centers’ (IMC) Open Year Round resource offerings at AmericasMart Atlanta this spring, with …
There are ways to improve negative customer reviews
In a recent column, I discussed the often less-than-glowing reviews consumers share about their furniture purchasing experiences. In case you missed it, here’s the link. …
Lowering the carbon footprint
SFC Sustainability Tour helps educate buyers about company efforts to make their products more sustainable HIGH POINT — In the world of home furnishings, there’s …
TD Bank survey shows optimism about consumer demand for furniture
70% of those interviewed at market believe furniture purchasing will remain steady or increase in 2nd half HIGH POINT — A survey of retailers attending …
Home Depot Q1 results sound vaguely similar to woes in the furniture industry
President, CEO Ted Decker said 3-year period of unprecedented growth was expected to be followed by a ‘year of moderation’ in 2023 ATLANTA — As …
ISFD unveils 4 new Design Between the Lines podcasts
High Point, NC, May 17, 2023— The International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) is pleased to announce a series of four new Design Between the …
