July 2,
2015 by in Executive Changes, Industry 
The board of directors for Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. has elected William A. Powell as the company’s new CEO.
July 1,
2015 by in Financial Reports, Industry
Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: BSET) reported consolidated sales of $111.6 million for the second quarter ended May 30, a 31 percent increase over $85.2 million for the same period last year.
July 1,
2015 by in Executive Changes, Industry
Sara Lyke, former executive director of WithIt, has left the organization after 13 years in the position.
July 1,
2015 by in Executive Changes, Furniture Retailing, Industry
Retail industry executive Steve Glucksman has rejoined Art Van Furniture, as vice president, real estate, franchising and new business development.
July 1,
2015 by in Executive Changes, Industry
Holly Holliday has been named marketing manager for HomTex.
July 1,
2015 by in Industry, Store Openings
Ikea St. Louis will open Sept. 30, marking the Swedish company’s first store in Missouri and its 41st in the United States.
June 30,
2015 by in Executive Changes, Industry
Upholstery producer
Norwalk Furniture has named Dan White has been named interim CEO and Chris Price interim president following the retirement of Mike Kenney who had been president.