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Luxury retailers create bespoke ‘experiences’

At the upper end, the focus is on offering desirability, custom design and a memorable experience for the customer The idea of buying and transacting …

What can retailers do to jump-start business in today’s sluggish economy?

We’ve all heard of Dickens’ A Tale of Two Cities. I always found his use of opposites to be incredibly powerful and compelling. Remember these lines? …

A conversation with Ron Wanek, Ashley Furniture

ARCADIA, Wis. — In this exclusive interview with Home News Now, the chairman and founder of Ashley Furniture talks about Ashley Charitable Foundation’s recent $500,000 …

Infore Group acquires controlling interest in Kuka Group Ltd.

Kuka’s largest shareholder sells 29.42% of shares to the investment firm, company says acquisition shows its commitment to growth and long-term success in furniture industry …

Kevin Sauder receives AHFA Distinguished Service Award

Third-generation executive of family business recognized for his innovative, steady and forward thinking and for being a builder of business strategies HIGH POINT — Kevin …

Designer-driven custom orders fuel Havertys’ business in tough times

Special-order business during Q3 was up 47% from last year, driving higher average tickets ATLANTA — Like many in the industry, HNN 125 retailer Havertys …

John-Richard more than doubles capacity in Vietnam

Company moved into new facility earlier this fall and has begun production of its case goods and upholstery line HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam — …

Some industry players prepare for a rebound post-recession

Aggressive product introductions, store openings offer the potential to gain market share for those willing to take the risk HIGH POINT — Few would describe …