October 20,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry 
Brenda Dillon has joined Michigan-based retailer Art Van Furniture in the newly created position of director of e-commerce merchandising.
October 19,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings
Bob’s Discount Furniture plans to enter the highly competitive Los Angeles market in a big way next year by opening six stores simultaneously on Feb. 15.
October 19,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Ashley Furniture broke ground this week on a new distribution and fulfillment center in Mesquite, Texas, that will span about 20 acres under roof when completed next fall.
October 19,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Community / Charitable Support, High Point, Industry, Market, Special Events
Encouraged by feedback from educational events staged at recent markets, the High Point Market Authority board of directors was told Wednesday such events – many of which are targeted to designers – are likely to increase in the future.
October 19,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
Sleep accessories supplier Bedgear has unveiled its “Sleep Fuels Marathons” campaign aimed at introducing the company to runners as a sponsor of the 2017 TCS New York City Marathon.
October 18,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Economic News, Financial Reports, Industry
Mattress producer and retailer Select Comfort (NASDAQ: SCSS) said third-quarter sales jumped 9.4% to $402.6 million, but net income slipped about 1% due largely to the impact of hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
October 18,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Community / Charitable Support, Designer Weekly, Industry
Showroom operator International Market Centers said it will coordinate product donations and other relief efforts by exhibitors wishing to assist victims of recent hurricanes and the mass shooting in Las Vegas.