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September 18,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
MLILY USA, a leading vertically integrated mattress manufacturer, has launched a premium mattress collection developed exclusively for the big box retail channel. The all-new Noctua crafted by MLILY® gives national and regional retailers greater control over their pricing strategies to drive sales more effectively in their specific markets.
September 18,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) recognized manufacturing and retailing excellence, honored its 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award recipients and celebrated outstanding service and leadership at a gala awards celebration during Casual Market Atlanta.
September 18,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Furniture First, a leading national cooperative buying group serving independent home furnishings and bedding retailers, is rolling out their new prime consumer financing program to their membership this fall. Bread Financial®, a tech-forward financial services company that provides simple, personalized payment, lending, and saving solutions, was selected by the Board of Directors as the new issuer.
September 18,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Homary, a leading global online home furnishings destination, is launching its 2025 Black Friday collection, featuring an exclusive selection of living room sets, convertible sofas, modern TV stands, and modern bathroom vanities. The announcement underscores Homary’s commitment to offering high-quality, stylish home furnishings that are both practical and timeless.
September 18,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
On UN International Equal Pay Day (18 September), Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, reaffirms its commitment to achieving a zero gender pay gap. Ingka Group’s gender pay gap is 4%*, significantly below the EU average of 12%.** Importantly, less than 1% of co-workers required monetary adjustments, reflecting continued progress in ensuring equal pay.
September 18,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Sarreid Ltd is proud to announce a special philanthropic initiative debuting at the October 2025 High Point Market. The company has created a one-of-a-kind Pink Giselle Jupe Dining Table, to be auctioned with proceeds benefiting the Susan G. Komen Foundation in the fight against breast cancer.
September 18,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA | KBIS), the world’s leading trade association for the $230 billion kitchen and bath industry representing nearly 55,000 North American kitchen and bath industry professionals, has released its 2026 Kitchen Trends Report.
September 17,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Dallas Market Center and ART, the creative home furnishings network, have announced that the late John Feizy, Founder and CEO of Feizy Rugs, will receive the Academy of Achievement honor at the 36th ARTS Awards taking place at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas on Friday, January 9, 2026. The ARTS Awards, presented annually during the Dallas Total Home & Gift Market, celebrates preeminent manufacturers, retailers, interior designers, product designers, and sales representatives.
September 17,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Hope to Dream, a 501c3 organization, donated 100 complete bed sets to Family Promise of San Joaquin County, providing essential sleep solutions for families experiencing homelessness or housing instability in California's Central Valley. The bed sets will be distributed to families as they move into permanent housing through Family Promise's programs, ensuring they have essential furniture to start fresh in their new homes.
September 17,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ingka Group announces the appointment of Burce Gültekin as Chief Data & Analytics Officer of IKEA Retail (Ingka Group), effective October 2025, succeeding Francesco Marzoni. Burce will take over his responsibilities, ensuring continuity while also bringing her own expertise and leadership approach to the role.