IHFRA sets October date for industry gala, names honorees
This week, I am wearing my International Home Furnishings Representatives Association hat so I can give you the scoop on this year’s Furniture Industry Awards …
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MIFF 2023 generates record revenues, exhibitor attendance
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Organizers of the Malaysia International Furniture Fair said that exhibitors at this year’s show achieved record sales of $1.21 billion based …
MotoMotion creates new MotoLiving brand
Company names industry veteran Jackson Carpenter to manage the new upscale segment as executive vice president ARCADIA, Calif. — Upholstery and adjustable bed base resource …
Scott Smith joins John-Richard as chief merchandising officer
HIGH POINT — Luxury home furnishings manufacturer John-Richard has hired Scott Smith as chief merchandising officer. He comes to the company from Samuel Lawrence Furniture, …
Havertys enters agreement to purchase Lakeland, Florida, distribution center for $28.2 million
LAKELAND, Fla. — Retailer Haverty Furniture has entered an agreement to purchase a distribution facility here for $28.2 million. In a filing with the U.S. …
American HF Hall of Fame Foundation recognizes five rising stars with Paul Broyhill Future Leaders Award
HIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc. will recognize five rising stars with the Paul Broyhill Future Leaders Award during …
Klaussner hires Jeff Horn as executive VP, chief revenue officer
ASHEBORO, N.C. — Whole home furniture resource Klaussner Home Furnishings has hired industry veteran Jeff Horn as executive vice president and chief revenue officer. He …
A conversation with Denis Crnojevic, president of Decca Home, Bolier & Co.
HIGH POINT — Long-time Decca Home and Bolier & Co. executive Denis Crnojevic was recently promoted to president, a role that places him at the …
3D and AR technology becoming a must for furniture retailers
Why is furniture one of the last holdouts of products that shoppers are hesitant to buy online? Could it be a lack of confidence? Shoppers …
Kelvin Cochran, former USFA administrator, to provide keynote address at market Prayer Breakfast
HIGH POINT — Kelvin Cochran, former fire chief of the city of Atlanta who began his career as a firefighter and later ultimately was named …
