Siri Scott named executive director of the International Casual Furnishings Association
HIGH POINT — After a year as director of programs and member engagement for the International Casual Furnishings Association, Siri Scott has been promoted to …
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Furniture Classics to raise prices on most China-made products
Company said move is related to recent 20% increase in China tariffs NORFOLK, Va. — Because of recently implemented tariffs, importer Furniture Classics said this …
Wayfair to add 2nd large-format store in Atlanta next year
BOSTON — Furniture retailer Wayfair Inc. said it is adding its second large-format store in Atlanta next year. Set to open in 2026, the 150,000-square-foot location “will …
Consumer Reports denounces Amazon lawsuit denying legal responsibility for unsafe products sold by 3rd-party sellers on its website
WASHINGTON — Consumer Reports, the nonprofit and nonpartisan research, testing and advocacy organization, has denounced a lawsuit filed by Amazon against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in …
Home News Now accepting fall High Point Market product submissions
Home News Now is accepting product submissions for the Oct. 25-29 High Point Market until Friday Oct. 10. To submit new or trending products, email …
UMA Home Decor names Pat Watson VP of merchandising, design
HIGH POINT — UMA Home Décor has hired industry veteran Pat Watson as vice president of merchandising and design, a new position. Watson comes to …
Marge Carson announces tariff-related price adjustments
CEO Janet Linly said the moves are necessary to ensure the continued stability and success of the business CHICAGO — Luxury furniture manufacturer Marge Carson, …
AHF Hall of Fame names 2025 Paul Broyhill Future Leaders
HIGH POINT — Five rising stars within the home furnishings industry will be recognized with the prestigious Paul Broyhill Leader Award during a reception on …
Kirk Cameron to provide keynote address at 32nd annual Prayer Breakfast
HIGH POINT — Kirk Cameron, the celebrated actor, author and faith-based speaker, will deliver the keynote message for the annual Furniture Prayer Breakfast during the …
Communications specialist Cathy Steel to retire after 37 years serving gift and home industries
GREENWICH, Conn. — Cathy Steel, a veteran B2B public relations specialist, has announced her retirement effective March 28, wrapping a successful 37-year career in the U.S. …
