January 10,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry 
Retail powerhouse Ikea is set to launch a two-pronged credit card program in its U.S. stores that features a co-branded card with a rewards program that can be used for purchases at Ikea or other everyday items.
January 10,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Bolstering its position as the major national bedding market, Las Vegas Market officials said three mattress companies are making their Las Vegas debut at this month’s show, while at least seven others are expanding their showrooms.
January 10,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings
The Home Furnishings Assn. and its Next Generation Now group (NGN) are hosting a pair of events at this month’s Las Vegas Market that are aimed at future leaders and young professionals in the home furnishings industry.
January 10,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Community / Charitable Support, Industry
The Houston Furniture Bank, a 25-year-old non-profit that provides home furnishings to needy individuals and families, will receive a Humanitarian Award at the annual ARTS Awards banquet on Jan. 19 during the Dallas Total Home & Gift Market.
January 9,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Leather upholstery producers Natuzzi (NYSE: NTZ) and Kuka have formed a joint venture to expand Natuzzi’s retail network in China.
January 9,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Hooker Furniture (NASDAQ: HOFT) has partnered with mattress producer Kingsdown for a co-branded mattress line that will be sold with the furniture company’s bedroom collections.
January 9,
2018 by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry
Eric Graham, president of case goods and upholstery resource Fine Furniture Design since July 2015, has resigned.