April 18,
        2016   by   in Executive Changes, Industry  
  
        
    
    DORMEO, a leading mattress brand worldwide, has named Jim Van Lear as the new vice president of operations, overseeing all aspects of operations and manufacturing for the Winchester, Va., and Plano, Texas, facilities.
    
        
    
    
 
    
    
    
        April 18,
        2016   by   in Industry, Special Events  
  
        
    
    WithIt announces Emilie Aries as keynote speaker at the annual WithIt Professional Conference, June 12-14.
    
        
    
    
 
    
    
    
        April 15,
        2016   by   in Accessories, High Point, Market, Product  
  
        
    
    Calhoun, Ga.-based Surya, a home accessory brand, will introduce a new line of signature rugs developed in partnership with global lifestyle brand Ted Baker at High Point Market.
    
        
    
    
 
    
    
    
        April 15,
        2016   by   in Industry, Special Events  
  
        
    
    The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has set its first educational forum for the Hotel Valley Ho in Scottsdale, Ariz., Feb. 14-16, 2017.
    
        
    
    
 
    
    
    
        April 15,
        2016   by   in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings  
  
        
    
    England-based luxury bed maker Vispring launched its first store concept in the United States at abc carpet and home in New York City this month.
    
        
    
    
 
    
    
    
        April 15,
        2016   by   in Product  
  
        
    
    Long Beach, Calif.-based Human Touch, innovator of massage chairs, Perfect Chair recliners and other wellness solutions, has been honored with four 2016 Awards for Design Excellence (ADEX) from the Design Journal.
    
        
    
    
 
    
    
    
        April 15,
        2016   by   in Industry  
  
        
    
    Farooq Kathwari, president and CEO of Ethan Allen (NYSE: ETH), reaffirmed Ethan Allen’s stance on equality while speaking to more than 400 associates at its manufacturing plants in Vermont.