September 26,
2018 by Jane Chero in Community / Charitable Support, Industry 
Tempur Sealy International, Inc., has announced an additional commitment of at least $1 million in mattress donations to support recovery efforts in the Carolinas following Hurricane Florence. This is in addition to more than $4 million in donations already made to support victims of hurricanes and wildfires since 2017.
September 26,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, High Point, Industry, Market
Hooker Furniture (NASDAQ: HOFT) is putting a fresh spin on traditional design, with the Reverie Collection set to launch at the Fall High Point Market, Oct. 13-17. The 35-piece whole home collection is defined by clean lines, a platinum gray finish, and various fabric and leather seating choices.
September 26,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
Norwalk Furniture and Los Angeles-based designer Kim Salmela have entered into a partnership to create a line of chic lifestyle upholstery products with a modern bohemian vibe, inspired by Salmela’s extensive world travels. The collection combines a bold and stylish mix of textures, colors and patterns with fresh seating silhouettes to create a distinctive aesthetic targeted towards a younger audience.
September 25,
2018 by Jane Chero in Executive Changes, Industry
International Market Centers (IMC) has named Jennifer Muna, CEM, as the general manager of tradeshows. In the newly created position, Muna will be responsible for the overall management, business activities, strategies, leadership, oversight and overall direction for Event Management, Exhibitor Services, Guest Services, and Contract Partners for the new World Market Exposition Center.
September 25,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
Kirkland's, Inc. (NASDAQ :KIRK ) has announced a major step in enhancing its senior management team with the addition of Steve "Woody" Woodward as chief executive officer.
September 25,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
Supply chain major J. B. Hunt has been named a 2019 Military Friendly Employer by VIQTORY, a company that provides civilian-produced resources for people leaving the military each year, marking the 12th consecutive year the company has received the distinction.
September 25,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
Rug and home décor resource Nourison is showcasing PhotoReal digital printed rugs and bold, dyed coir doormats at New York Home Fashions Market this week.