One year later: How Covid has impacted the casual industry
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American Freight losses weigh on Franchise Group’s Q4, 2020 results
But comp sales up as FRG prepares American Freight franchising push ORLANDO, Fla. — Franchise Group, the owner of American Freight, Buddy’s Home Furnishings and …
Top retailers weigh in on High Point Premarket plans
Nearly 300 visitors are expected to descend on High Point in April for premarket, and top retailers are looking forward to seeing new product and talking about supply chain issues in a safe environment.
Outdoor living hotter than ever according to ICFA survey
Note: This story first appeared on our sister website Casual News Now. Check it out here and subscribe to the weekly newsletter. Volumes of scientific …
Premarket sponsors anticipating strong spring attendance
HIGH POINT— The High Point Premarket committee is reporting strong interest from invited buyers in advance of the spring event, which this year has shifted …
Industry icon Clem Lange dies at 85
HUNTINGBURG, Ind. — Clement “Clem” Lange, co-founder and chairman of Best Home Furnishings, died Saturday, March 6. He was 85. The company noted the industry …
Broyhill sales top $400M as Big Lots closes out best year
And more takeaways from the Q4 call COLUMBUS, Ohio — Back in August, Big Lots CEO Bruce Thorn said its Broyhill brand would do $250 …
Sydney Harris finds her place in the family business
The Furnitureland South sales trainer talks about how it felt winning the HFA Emerging Star Award and gives us an inside look at how sales …
IHFRA chief sees continuing industry disruption but some reasons for hope
HIGH POINT — In an industry update ahead of the recent International Home Furnishings Representatives Assn. board meeting, Ray Allegrezza said the industry sits “in …
March First Tuesday gains momentum
At the recent First Tuesday event, manufacturers were excited to see key accounts, write business and speak to major retailers about ongoing industry happenings. Many exhibitors agreed that the event is about quality over quantity and that it’s a great supplement to traditional markets.
