May 18,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
A surge in consumer demand for home product, expectation of a strong fourth quarter and later-than-normal summer show dates have positioned Las Vegas Market as the West Coast’s last major sourcing opportunity for 2021, offering retailers a robust assortment of gift, home décor and furniture products to fill their holiday inventory needs. Registration for Summer 2021 Market, which runs Aug. 22 – Aug. 26, opens soon at LasVegasMarket.com.
May 18,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (Nasdaq: BBBY) has announced John Barresi as senior vice president of finance, chief accounting officer, effective June 7, 2021.
May 18,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Transportation powerhouse XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: XPO) has announced new job openings for its logistics business.
May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
A memorial service for furniture industry icon Fred Starr, former president and CEO of Thomasville Furniture Industries and Natuzzi Americas, has been scheduled for Friday, June 4 at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Greensboro, N.C. Starr passed away on April 1, 2020 due to complications from the coronavirus.
May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Home Furnishings Representatives Association (IHFRA) has announced new dates, a new format and a new partnership with The Malouf Foundation, as part of its 25th annual Furniture Industry Awards Gala (FIAG).
May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Textile Alliance (ITA) has announced its members will be sharing their new introductions and providing education about their individual performance brands via Zoom during the upcoming Showtime Market, sponsored by Crypton, on May 16-19, 2021.
May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Pottery Barn, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), together with iconic travel trailer, Airstream, has launched a new collection of statement décor and accessories inspired by the spirit of adventure that brings the comforts of home on the road.