July 16,
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By Home Furnishings Business in Social Media on July 17, 2012
Hooker Furniture is using social media to engage consumers, retailers and designers in spreading back-to-school ideas for organization, food, apparel and furniture.
Beginning last week through the end of August, Hooker Furniture is inviting participants to Pin or Post to Win a functional swivel chest from its Abby youth collection. Participants in the contest re-pin any of the back-to-school ideas on Hookers Pinterest back-to-school board or post their back to school ideas on the Hooker Furniture Facebook Page. They enter the sweepstakes on the back-to-school contest landing page.
The back-to-school campaign is right in line with our mission to offer ideas, resources and inspiration to enhance peoples lives and homes through our online community, said Kim Shaver, vice president-marketing communications for Hooker Furniture. Since we have just recently added Pinterest to our online community, we hope this campaign will increase the engagement on this channel as well as build our followers and fans.
Hooker Furnitures social media community also includes Twitter, a home ideas blog and a You Tube channel.
July 16,
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By Home Furnishings Business in on July 17, 2012
John Thompson has been named vice president of sales and marketing of VividWorks, a Finnish-based software provider for the home furnishings industry.
Thompson, a seven-year industry veteran and former sales manager for Icovia of 20-20 Technologies, will oversee sales and marketing of VividWorks online interior design and visualization software in North America and South America.
"John brings extensive knowledge of online interior design software as it applies to the home furnishings industry and a winning track record," said Jorma Palo, COO and chairman. "We're excited to have someone with Thompson's expertise and first-hand experience oversee our expansion into North and South America."
The company offers its 3D augmented reality, interior design and product visualization software sales tools to furniture manufacturers and retailers across the world, including Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Estonia, Poland, Italy, Germany and Japan.
Thompson reports to Palo.
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By Home Furnishings Business in Financial Reports on July 17, 2012
Bassett Furniture Inds. (NASDAQ: BSET) has declared a regular dividend of $.05 per common share.
The dividend is payable Aug. 31 to shareholders of record at the close of business Aug. 15.
Bassett operates 87 company- and licensee-own stores across the U.S.
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By Home Furnishings Business in Executive Changes on July 17, 2012
High-end outdoor furnishings manufacturer Brown Jordan has named Wendy Rhiger vice president of strategic development and communications.
Rhiger will develop initiatives in support of the companys agenda for new markets, media, branding and emerging products. She will also develop and implement business growth strategies and oversee all Brown Jordan communications in order to strengthen its positioning, messaging and brand development.
Immediately prior to joining Brown Jordan, Rhiger was the Director of Marketing for Janus et Cie, leading all marketing and branding initiatives, as well as all communications for the firm. With extensive experience in both the furniture and fashion industries, Rhiger is recognized for her ability to drive marketing and branding strategies for luxury brands. She brings more than 15 years of experience to Brown Jordan, having held key leadership roles in which she was responsible for brand management, public relations and communications that proved integral to the design-oriented brands accelerated growth and prominence.
Chris Carmicle, President of Brown Jordan, El Monte, Calif., commented, Rhigers appointment is part of a series of changes being made to expand and revitalize the brand, and demonstrates Brown Jordans ambition to take the company into the next phase of its extraordinary journey.
Chief Brand Officer Steve Elton said, Rhigers proven business acumen, marketing savvy and passion for great design will be a valuable asset. I am confident that she will play an important role in furthering the Brown Jordan legacy and expanding the brands reach into new markets both domestically and overseas.
July 15,
2012 by in UnCategorized
By Aggregated Content in Furniture Retailing on July 16, 2012
from http://www.rrstar.com/news/x736421296/Longtime-Rockford-retailer-Forgotten-Treasures-closing-its-doors?zc_p=1
Furniturer retailer Forgotten Treasures will close its Rockford, Ill., doors later this year after nearly four decades in business. The eclectic gift, home décor and antique shop is owned by Cheryl Walker, and Walker Walker plans to retire.
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