April 4,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry, Mattresses, Product 
Aiming to capitalize on the power of digital marketing to communicate more and effectively with consumers, bedding producer Spring Air International has named Michael Giurleo to the new position of director of e-commerce.
April 4,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry
Adjustable bed producer Reverie has promoted John Wanat to vice president of sales for its wholesale division.
April 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Economic News, Industry
Furniture isn't the only sector of the durable goods category that has seen price erosion in recent years, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Televisions and personal computers, in fact, have recorded steeper price declines than furniture since 2010, even though the cost of using those devices has gone up.
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.
April 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Industry, Mattresses, Product, Web Retail
Bedding producer Restonic has overhauled its retailer toolbox, BrandCentral.com, to make it easier to navigate from mobile devices and deliver what the company calls "an Amazon-esque, mobile responsive digital shopping experience."
March 31,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Economic News, Industry
Leather upholstery major Natuzzi (NYSE: NTZ) said worldwide sales fell 6.4% in the 2016 calendar year, but the company slashed its net loss by more than half due to operational improvements that boosted gross margins.
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.