February 15,
2011 by in UnCategorized 
By Home Furnishings Business in Internet on February 16, 2011
Online furniture retailer SofasandSectionals.com is celebrating President's Day with warranty and service offers.
The promotion includes extended warranty on orders more than $1,000, and free white glove delivery on orders more than $2,500.
Every product on the Sofas and Sectionals website is eligible for this promotion.
"People order White Glove Delivery and the Extended Warranty more than any other upgrade, and to offer them for free is an incredible savings for our customers," said Bill Lorden, director of sales. "Our customers love White Glove Delivery. They don't have to lift a finger. Their new furniture is brought into their homes, assembled and all of the packaging material is taken away."
SofasandSectionals.com vendors include Palliser Furniture, Berkline Furniture and Moroni to name a few.
SofasandSectionals.com is a division of InteriorMark, an online retailer of home furnishings such as sofa and sectional collections, home theater seating and accessories, entertainment centers, bedroom furniture and home accessories. InteriorMark is a member of the Western Home Furnishings Association and National Home Furnishing Association, and an A-rated member of the Better Business Bureau.
February 15,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Aggregated Content in Financial Reports on February 16, 2011
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Aaron's Inc. posted a 23 percent jump in its fourth-quarter net income and said demand for its basic home furnishings remains strong.
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February 14,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Advertising on February 15, 2011
Marketing and advertising company
Banner Marketing has opened an East Coast office in the Washington D.C. area.
Avery Nelson, Banner's business development manager, will work with clients on the East Coast.
While Banner Marketing serves a number of industries, furniture dealers and manufactures are a large part of our customer base," said John Dresel, CEO of Banner. "With so many located in the East, we felt it was important to open a physical location there so we can continue to provide our customers unparalleled marketing and advertising support. We know Avery will do an incredible job helping us accomplish that.
Nelson has 14 years of experience in retail marketing and has worked with several national companies including
CompUSA,
Sports Authority,
PETCO and
Red Robin International. Nelson joined Banner in 2006. As part of her current role, Nelson targets new business opportunities and provides strategic counsel on marketing and advertising strategies to current and potential new customers.
February 14,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in High Point on February 15, 2011
High Point Pre-Market sponsors report that a record 224 buyers from 96 furniture retail operations, a record, have registered for the Feb. 28-March 1 event.
"Pre-Market offers a unique opportunity for participating buyers and the sponsoring exhibitors to come together in advance of Market," said Brian Casey, president and CEO of the High Point Market Authority, who acts as spokesperson for the event's sponsors. "The event allows buyers to preview product, secure distribution, and strengthen relationships with key vendors."
"We constantly hear from retailers about the important role that Pre-Market plays in their buying decisions, as well as the efficiency of their Market schedules," said Kevin O'Connor, chairman of the Pre-Market Committee. "The 24 sponsoring manufacturers have made a commitment to show all new product in a market setting for review. The pace is more relaxed, collaboration is encouraged and, in the end, everyone is a winner."
Building sponsors for Pre-Market are IHFC, 220 Elm and Merchandise Mart Properties Inc.
The 24 exhibiting sponsors for Pre-Market include: ¨American Drew/Lea/Hammary, A.R.T. Furniture, ¨Aspenhome, Bernhardt Furniture¨, Broyhill Furniture¨, Casana Furniture¨, Fairmont Designs, ¨Fine Furniture Designs, Hekman¨, Hooker Furniture¨, Howard Miller¨, Kincaid Furniture, ¨Lane Home Furnishings, ¨Legacy Classic¨, Natuzzi¨, Palliser¨, Pulaski Furniture¨, Riverside Furniture¨, Samuel Lawrence Furniture, ¨Stanley Furniture¨, Universal Furniture¨, Vaughan-Bassett Furniture¨, Vaughan Furniture and Wynwood.
February 14,
2011 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in Advertising on February 15, 2011
Full-line furniture vendor Abbyson Living has launched a new co-op marketing program for preferred e-commerce partners.
The program features monthly promotional price reductions and new collections that will grant consumers significant savings. Preferred partners also can select offers that are the right fit for their target audience, and can request customized discount offers. These features are available AbbysonLiving.com for registered e-commerce partners.
"Abbyson Living is always striving to create and push new optimized marketing strategies to develop higher levels of success while offering fresh industry ideas," said Yavar Rafieh, vice president of marketing and sales. "We are committed to getting results and we understand the importance of providing timely and relevant content to the right target audience. By constantly introducing creative concepts to the industry and adapting to consumer trends, Abbyson Living is a household brand name in every consumer's mind."
Last week Abbyson Living also unveiled its "Preferred e-Commerce Partner Program," which features its e-commerce partners Web site logo promotions. Retailers and e-commerce partners are eligible to submit their company logo to will be featured and promoted on Abbyson Living Preferred e-Commerce partners Web page. Visit here to sign up. Eligibility is based on an approval process.