First Tuesday committee launches website
HIGH POINT— The organizers of High Point’s First Tuesday movement have launched a dedicated website to help buyers learn more about the brands participating, schedule …
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HFA announces new slate of officers
Roseville, Calif, — The North American Home Furnishings Assn. has named David Gunn, of Knight Furniture in Sherman, Texas, president of the retailer association for …
A turning point at Atlanta Market?
ATLANTA — International Market Centers CEO Bob Maricich said the recently concluded Atlanta Market exceeded the “realistic” and optimistic expectations of both buyers and sellers …
Registration opens for BrandSource Summit ‘21
Buying group to “Double Down” on multichannel initiatives SACRAMENTO, CA — Registration has opened for BrandSource’s Summit 21, the annual spring meeting and product expo, …
Hall of Fame pushes 2020 inductees celebration to June market schedule
HIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation is moving its Class of 2020 Induction Celebration, traditionally held during the October High …
Bob’s fills in Detroit market, opens first Iowa store
The moves are part of a four-store expansion, pushing the retailer’s store count to 139 MANCHESTER, Conn. — Bob’s Discount Furniture grand opened four stores …
WithIt adds 2 to board
Keeps current leadership in place HIGH POINT — WithIt, the women’s leadership development network for the home and furnishings industry, is keeping its 2020 board …
La-Z-Boy hires Sundy as CCO
MONROE, Mich. — Whirlpool’s Robert Sundy will join La-Z-Boy as senior vice president and chief commercial officer, effective Jan. 27. Sundy, who will report to …
Spring Air launches “Breathe” line of anti-virus and anti-bacteria mattresses
WOBURN, Mass. – Spring Air International, has launched “Breathe by Spring Air,” a four-model collection of mattresses it says provides protection from viruses and bacteria for a …
Eclipse International licensee signs lease for Southern Calif. plant
NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — Bedding Inds. of America, the flagship licensee of Eclipse International, will open an 80,000-square-foot manufacturing facility, showroom and distribution center in …
