August 11,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Economic News, Industry 
E-commerce powerhouse Overstock.com (NASDAQ: OSTK) may spin off Medici Ventures, its money-losing unit that supports trading platforms for digital currencies such as Bitcoin, according to a report by Bloomberg News.
August 11,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Economic News, Industry
Three-quarters of the furniture retailers surveyed at the recent Las Vegas Market said their business met or exceeded expectations in the first half of the year, and about one-third are expecting an increase in the second half.
August 11,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Industry, Special Events
Casual furniture producer Woodard has named Don Heisley the winner of its 2017 Sales Achievement Award, and named Jay and Jason Vander Horst Salesmen of the Year.
August 10,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry
Hooker Furniture (NASDAQ: HOFT) has named Jeremy Hoff president of its Hooker Upholstery unit, a new position that completes a strategic reorganization of its legacy businesses.
August 10,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry
On the heels of recent investments in operational infrastructure and a new distribution center, upholstery and occasional furniture resource Abbyson has named Bill Ashton to the new senior management position of vice president of operations.
August 10,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Industry, Las Vegas, Market, Special Events
Las Vegas Market officials said home furnishings buyer attendance at the recently-concluded Summer Market was “on par” with last summer’s show, while gift buyer attendance posted a healthy 6% gain.
August 10,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Upholstery and case goods resource Fine Furniture Design has strengthened its quick-ship mixed container program by offering more aggressive price points and accelerated delivery for small and mid-size retailers.