April 5,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry 
The Mitchell Group, a major converter of coated fabrics, has redesigned its website to optimize its response for all devices.
April 4,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
More than 20 years after launching one of the most successful licensed collections in the history of the home furnishings industry, Universal Furniture and fashion designer Alexander Julian have reunited for a new 32-piece collection that will be unveiled at this month's High Point Market.
April 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Retailer Conn's Inc. (NYSE: CONN) said it has signed a three-year agreement with Progressive Leasing, a subsidiary of Aaron's Inc. (NYSE: AAN), that will offer lease-to-own payment options for customers who don't qualify for Conn's traditional credit program.
March 31,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Fabric suppliers Robert Allen and Duralee announced Friday they have merged and formed a new company called Robert Allen Duralee Group.
March 31,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Economic News, Industry
Furniture factory orders in January were essentially even with January 2016, but shipments for the first month of 2017 were up 2%, according to the latest monthly survey from the accounting and consulting firm Smith Leonard.
March 31,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, High Point, Industry, Market
High-end case goods and upholstery producer EJ Victor has signed a licensing agreement with Perennials Fabrics, a high-end performance fabrics supplier, and will unveil a licensed upholstery collection at the April High Point Market.
March 30,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry, Special Events
A new guidebook on digital marketing that is written exclusively for independent retailers of durable goods made its debut at this week's Mega Group USA national convention in New Orleans.