March 18,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Houston Natural Mattress, announced today the launch of its Mattress Materials Awareness Initiative for Houston consumers, an educational effort aimed at helping shoppers better understand the materials commonly used inside modern mattresses, including fiberglass fire barriers, chemical fire retardants, and certain polyurethane foams. The initiative is intended to provide consumers with clearer information about mattress construction and the potential presence of synthetic materials often used to meet federal flammability standards.
March 18,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Armadillo unveils its new showroom in New York City with a 4,000-square-foot space that embodies the brand’s evolving design language and purpose-led philosophy. Situated on Broadway overlooking Madison Square Park, the showroom marks the Australian-born rug brand’s most ambitious expression yet - an environment that invites calm reflection amid the city’s pulse.
March 18,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
S-CAB entrusts Calvi Brambilla and partners with the design of its stand at Salone del Mobile. Milano, conceived to interpret the brand’s identity through a magical and immersive atmosphere built on a forest-inspired palette: deep greens, tactile browns, and natural accents defining an enveloping and sophisticated space.
March 17,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced the promotion of Vicki McWilliams to President of Stores and Customer Care. McWilliams has been a trusted leader at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. for more than 19 years, most recently serving as Executive Vice President of Stores and Customer Care. She leads the entire fleet of stores across the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. portfolio of brands supported by exceptional associates, inspiring environments, and beautiful products.
March 17,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
XPO, a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, announced that three of its leaders have been named 2026 “Pros to Know” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine (SDCE). This is the sixth consecutive year that XPO employees have been recognized by SDCE for their outstanding work in the freight transportation industry.
March 17,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Foliot Furniture, a vertically integrated Canadian manufacturer with 35 years of contract furniture experience, expands into Canada's Community Living market, bringing its expertise in residence halls and hospitality to purpose-driven housing nationwide.
March 17,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Josh Underhill's Family Furniture is going out of business after providing Lynnwood and surrounding communities with quality furniture for 80 years. The final liquidation sale opens to the public March 20.