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Nexus Capital declaration explains how Big Lots deal fell apart

Nexus Capital declaration explains how Big Lots deal fell apart

Delays in the process ultimately revealed a clearer window into the retailer’s financial challenges COLUMBUS, Ohio — Describing a tireless effort over many months to …

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Albany Industries names Craig Zielinski president

Albany Industries names Craig Zielinski president

Longtime company executive Mark Gosnell remains chief executive officer NEW ALBANY, Miss. — Upholstered furniture manufacturer Albany Industries has named Craig Zielinski president, effective immediately. …

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MotoMotion names 3 execs to MotoSleep adjustable base division

MotoMotion names 3 execs to MotoSleep adjustable base division

ARCADIA, Calif. — MotoMotion USA has named three new executives to its MotoSleep adjustable base division. Rick Sterzer has been named executive vice president of …

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Big Lots agrees to sale of assets to continue brand under other retail management

Big Lots agrees to sale of assets to continue brand under other retail management

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Big Lots Inc. has agreed to a sale transaction with Gordon Brothers Retail Partners LLC that enables the transfer of Big Lots …

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CPSC announces recall of 800 dressers sold at Walmart.com

CPSC announces recall of 800 dressers sold at Walmart.com

Agency said that units are unstable if not anchored to the wall and also violate performance, warning-label requirements of STURDY Act WASHINGTON — The U.S. …

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PFP promotes Jamie Guyan to vice president

PFP promotes Jamie Guyan to vice president

ENFIELD, Conn. — Planned Furniture Promotions Inc. has promoted Jamie Guyan to the role of vice president, effective immediately. In his new position, PFP said, …

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CPSC board OKs e-filing rule for Certificates of Compliance

CPSC board OKs e-filing rule for Certificates of Compliance

Commissioners also approve extending implementation date from 12 to 18 months WASHINGTON — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has approved a Final Rule that …

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In an industry of innovators, we are looking for those who are driving meaningful change

In an industry of innovators, we are looking for those who are driving meaningful change

For those of you who know me, you know I currently wear two hats — one as the director of content and events for the …

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CFPB report shows drop in annual mortgage applications in 2023

CFPB report shows drop in annual mortgage applications in 2023

Data provides context to activity in the housing market particularly with a slower pace of existing home sales WASHINGTON — A report published late last …

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Longtime Dallas Market executive Bill Winsor dies at age 78

Longtime Dallas Market executive Bill Winsor dies at age 78

Winsor was president and chief executive from 1993 to 2015 and was named chairman emeritus in 2015 DALLAS — Bill Winsor, the longtime president and …

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