July 13,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry 
Illinois-based Aurora celebrated their commitment to American manufacturing with an old-fashioned lawn picnic at the company’s Yorkville manufacturing plant this week complete with hot dogs, bratwurst, apple pie and a raffle for baseball tickets.
July 12,
2018 by Jane Chero in Economic News, Industry
The furniture and home furnishing sectors are being hit hard over the Trump administration’s latest round of tariffs released on Tuesday. Goldman Sachs warns that some higher costs may not be easily passed on to consumers by specialty retailers. In effect, manufacturers could be facing reduced profits if they can’t pass the higher prices on to consumers.
July 12,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
The High Point Market Authority has officially announced that registration for the Fall 2018 High Point Market is now open. Likened to Fashion Week for home furnishings, the Fall High Point Market is slated for Saturday, Oct. 13, through Wednesday, Oct. 17.
July 12,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
Delray Beach-based Twin Star Home has announced a new collection called Trompe L’oeil that brings versatility to the Mid-Century Modern style, offering consumers many of the features of custom furniture without the high cost.
July 12,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
American made manufacturer and retailer of custom mattresses, Brooklyn Bedding has announced the addition of its best-selling mattress protection product to BrooklynBedding.com.
July 11,
2018 by Jane Chero in Economic News, Industry
Austin, Tx.-based Four Hands nearly doubled their revenue within a five year period, projecting $160 million in sales this year. The significant growth is credited to their loyal following, which includes over 12,000 business-to-business customers with notable retailers such as West Elm, Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, Neiman Marcus, RH, and top interior designers as well as over 500 trade applications per month from those wanting to become registered Four Hand customers.
July 11,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
Art Van Furniture will celebrate the grand opening of its 15,000 square foot showroom in East Peoria, ILL., with a ribbon-cutting at noon on Thursday, July 12. Local dignitaries including City Administrator Jeffery Eder and City Commissioners John Kahl and Gary Densberger as well as several east Peoria Chamber of Commerce ambassadors are expected to attend.