J.B. Hunt Transport expands transload operations in Seattle and Laredo
LOWELL, Ark. — J.B. Hunt Transport Services said it is expanding its transload operations into Seattle and Laredo, Texas to provide quick access to outbound …
Category: Up Close
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Export Furniture Exhibition rescheduled to March 7-10, 2023
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Organizers of the Export Furniture Exhibition held here have announced that the 16th edition of the event will be held March …
Wisconsin elected officials seek investigation into Man Wah’s business practices
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Three Congressional representatives have sent letters to federal agencies requesting an investigation into the business practices of motion furniture manufacturer Man Wah. …
Executive Q&A – Alex Reeves, president, Craftmaster Furniture
TAYLORSVILLE, N.C. — Earlier this month, upholstery manufacturer Craftmaster Furniture named Alex president, succeeding CEO Roy Calcagne once he retires at the end of the …
Foundry 39 to show at October High Point Market
Brand debuts independently from Conrad Grebel line sold to LJ Gascho last year GOSHEN, Ind. — The founder of Amish case goods manufacturer Conrad Grebel …
Lastick Furniture closing after nearly 50 years
POTTSTOWN, Pa. — After nearly 50 years in business, retailer Lastick Furniture & Floor Coverings is closing its doors as the owners retire from the …
Bassett reports increases in Q3 sales, earnings
Double-digit gains in retail, upholstery sales drive business during the quarter BASSETT, Va. — Bassett Furniture Industries reported consolidated net sales of $118 million for …
Purple adopts poison pill as committee evaluates buyout proposal
LEHI, Utah — Nearly a week after receiving the initial offer, Purple Innovation said it has formed a special committee to consider a proposal Coliseum …
City Furniture acquires minority stake in PeakActivity
TAMARAC, Fla. — City Furniture has taken a minority ownership stake in digital technology services company PeakActivity. PeakActivity said that it will use the investment to …
Bedford, Virginia Chamber of Commerce honors Sam Moore as Large Business of the Year
BEDFORD, Va. — Upholstery manufacturer Sam Moore has received a top honor from the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce that celebrates both the company’s economic …
