August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Acquisition, Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
On the heels of the recent merger between IMC and AmericasMart Atlanta, International Market Centers (IMC) has signed an agreement to acquire the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center (ADAC), a design facility that houses the Southeasts’ largest collection of residential, hospitality and commercial applications. The purchase should be completed by late September. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Wayfair has announced that its e-design platform, Design Services, is now available to shoppers on Wayfair.com. Available on desktop and mobile devices, Design Services connects interior designers with Wayfair customers who are looking for a convenient and affordable design solution as they shop for their homes.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has announced the finalists for the 2018 Apollo Awards, recognizing retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The full list of finalists for the 30th annual ARTS awards have been announced by the Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) is hosting its sixth annual Industry Roundtables on Monday, Sept. 24, from 12:00-6:00 p.m. at the Merchandise Mart.
August 22,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
The International Textile Alliance Educational Foundation (ITA EF) will host its Inaugural Golf Tournament on Friday, Sept. 7, at the Jamestown Park Golf Course. The 18 Hole Captains Choice will begin with a shotgun start at 1:00 p.m.
August 22,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), the nation’s largest mattress producer, and online mattress heavyweight Tuft & Needle (T&N) have entered into a definitive agreement to merge the two companies.