September 7,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Doug Bergeron, a significant shareholder of Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. with beneficial ownership, collectively with his affiliates and associates, of 5.2% of Ethan Allen’s outstanding common stock, today filed a preliminary proxy statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with his nomination of five highly qualified and experienced candidates for election to Ethan Allen's Board of Directors (the “Board”) at the Company's 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
September 7,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Casual Market Atlanta returns September 15–18 to AmericasMart Atlanta, bringing outdoor furnishings buyers a four-day sourcing event produced by ANDMORE and the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA). The marketplace, held alongside AmericasMart's Fall Market, brings together permanent showrooms and the Outdoor Living Expo with a full week of buyer programming.
September 7,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The Porch Swing Company, the go-to brand in porch swings, swing beds, and patio furniture and accessories, is proud to announce its first-ever designer collaboration, uniting storied heritage brand Old Hickory with designer Max Humphrey to bring a fresh and dynamic vision to outdoor living.
September 7,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Group Dev proudly unveiled the first Ashley showroom in Democratic Republic of the Congo with a Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting ceremony. The 7,200 sq. ft. facility, located at Gulf Road, The One Building, Aliloc, Lubumbashi, Katanga, DRC, marks a significant addition to the local community. Distinguished guests, including representatives from Ashley, joined the Group Dev team in celebrating this milestone.
September 7,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
AARP, the club of sorts for people of a certain age (50+, can you believe it?) with membership of approximately 37 million, and available to share with anyone in the household 18 and over, has published a list of the ‘Best Labor Day Mattress Sales.’