July 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
XPO, a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, announced its team of 36 drivers who will compete in this year’s National Truck Driving Championships (NTDC), taking place August 11-14 in Pittsburgh.
July 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Henricksen, a leading national contract furniture dealer, announces the promotion of Bob Batley to Managing Director, Architectural Products. In this expanded role, Batley will lead Henricksen’s architectural products practice across Henricksen’s 13 offices across the United States, driving growth and building a nationally connected team rooted in trusted client relationships.
July 19,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Merillat®, a trusted leader in beautifully crafted cabinetry and part of the Cabinetworks Group portfolio, is pleased to announce a refresh of its Merillat Basics™ value line, launched on July 13, 2026. Guided by direct customer feedback and rooted in "The Merillat Way™," the update delivers a streamlined portfolio, new color options, construction upgrades, and popular new accessories. Combined with fast fulfillment in two weeks or less, these enhancements are designed to give dealers, builders, and distributors a stronger value-tier offering that doesn't complicate specification or sacrifice style.
July 16,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Bassett Furniture will open its new modern showroom in High Point this fall. The company is making a significant investment in an entirely new 44,000-square-foot space on the first and second floors of the IHFC to better reflect the brand’s current expression to all of its market segments and clearly communicate where the brand is headed in the future.
July 16,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ernesta, America's largest retailer of custom-sized and designer-quality rugs, announced the continued expansion of its retail presence, a rollout that will total 10 new showroom openings in just 10 months.
July 16,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Wayfair Inc. (NYSE: W), the destination for all things home, is kicking off its Black Friday in July event. The five-day sale brings holiday-level savings across every home category, giving shoppers a head start on some of the year's best deals without the November wait.
July 16,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
RXO a leading provider of asset-light transportation solutions, announced a strategic partnership with Highway, the leading technology provider specializing in Carrier Identity® solutions. This collaboration is designed to strengthen RXO’s network integrity, enhance operational efficiency, and provide a more secure experience for both carriers and customers.