March 16,
2018 by Jane Chero in Industry, Retail Closing 
Toys R Us announced yesterday that the company is seeking a motion from Bankruptcy Court for approval to wind-down its U.S. business and liquidate inventory in all of the company’s U.S. stores.
March 16,
2018 by Jane Chero in Executive Changes, Industry
Fine Furniture Design has announced the appointment of industry veteran Chris Miller as president. Miller has 25 years of experience in sales and marketing with leading brands like Rowe Fine Furniture and Four Hands.
March 16,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, High Point, Industry, Market
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) will host a ribbon-cutting event to inaugurate its new venue, The Point, on Friday, Apr. 13 at 12:00 p.m.
March 16,
2018 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Industry
Mattress manufacturer Spring Air International has rejoined the International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) after a nine-year hiatus.
The decision is part of the company’s strategy to re-engage the brand in important issues pertaining to the industry.
March 16,
2018 by Jane Chero in Industry, Special Events
OW Lee, a Calif. manufacturer of high-end outdoor furniture, fire pits and accessories won three platinum and one gold ADEX (Awards for Design Excellence) awards for 2018.
March 15,
2018 by Jane Chero in Economic News, Industry
Retailer Williams-Sonoma (NYSE: WSM) said revenues jumped 6.2% to $1.68 billion in the fiscal fourth quarter, but net income tumbled due to a pair of one-time tax charges stemming from recently-enacted changes in corporate tax law.
March 15,
2018 by Jane Chero in Executive Changes, Industry
Domestic supplier of decorative textiles, Valdese Weavers has announced the appointments of Ray Barnette, Roger Berrier Jr., Jennifer Gwynn and Todd Irvin to the company’s executive team.