May 29,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
BEDGEAR®, renowned in the sleep industry for pushing boundaries to offer innovative solutions for people who aspire to Wake Ready®, announce that its founder/CEO, Eugene Alletto, was named the 2025 Honoree at the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodge Bash Gala held on May 15 at the Rainbow Room in New York City.
May 29,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
IKEA Canada is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Rainbow Railroad for a second consecutive year, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to a fairer and more inclusive world. This continued collaboration supports Rainbow Railroad's mission to help LGBTQI+ individuals facing persecution and violence find safety through emergency relocation, crisis response, and advocacy.
May 29,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The July 2025 edition of Atlanta Market is set to deliver seven dynamic days of programming that fuse education and celebration. From inspiring presentations to interactive events, trend-forward product showcases, and industry-defining seminars amplify the July 15–21 Market, at AmericasMart Atlanta.
May 29,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Affirm, the payment network that empowers consumers and helps merchants drive growth, today announced the expansion of its partnership with Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM) into Canada. This builds on the companies’ multi-year partnership in the U.S. and brings Affirm to Canadians shopping at Williams-Sonoma, Inc.’s family of brands including Williams Sonoma, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Teen, Pottery Barn Kids, and Mark & Graham.
May 29,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
After nearly five decades as a leader in Ontario's outdoor furniture industry, General Products Outdoor Patio Furniture (GP Patio) is announcing the retirement of its founding family and a massive store-closing liquidation sale open to the public.
May 28,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced the acquisition of the intellectual property of Dormify, a trusted online retailer and content resource for college students and young adults seeking curated, space-saving home solutions. This strategic acquisition reinforces Williams-Sonoma, Inc.’s ongoing commitment to long-term growth and showcases the company’s ability to pursue targeted opportunities that capture market share and unlock white space across key demographic and lifestyle segments.
May 28,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
For the second consecutive year, MLILY USA participated in the annual ART Conference community service initiative by donating new mattresses to Camillus House, a local nonprofit serving individuals experiencing homelessness.