December 4,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Hooker Furnishings has announced that Adam Tilley, formerly president of HMI, will assume the role of president of Hooker Branded, overseeing Hooker casegoods and Hooker upholstery. In this role, he will focus on driving strategic business initiatives, supporting growth, and ensuring operational excellence across both brands. The transition takes effect immediately.
December 4,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Two years and three months after the groundbreaking ceremony in Sylvia Park, Auckland, IKEA has officially said ‘Kia ora’ and opened its first store in New Zealand. At the same time, from today the IKEA range is available throughout the country via IKEA.com and the IKEA app, with nationwide delivery and planning services.
December 4,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Market exhibitors in the home furnishings, décor, lighting, and gift industries are invited to a live webinar offering exclusive, advanced strategies to drive buyer engagement and sales at trade Markets. The Market Insider: Declassified Market Intel with Cheryl Dobbins Hege will take place Dec. 18, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. EST.
December 4,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Macy’s, Inc. reported financial results for the third quarter of 2025 and updated its annual guidance.
December 4,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Top talent in floral and seasonal design is coming to Dallas Market Center during its upcoming Total Home & Gift Market, January 7-13, 2026. John Mark Sharpe, Presley Pierce, and Chris Norwood will headline a series of events called “The Masters” that will showcase each designer’s expertise in visual style during live interactive demonstrations of their techniques, tips, and insights.