August 15,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Executive Changes, Industry 
Polyurethane foam producer FXI has named Harold Earley, longtime chief operating officer and chief financial officer, to president and CEO. He will also join FXI’s Board of Directors.
August 15,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Community / Charitable Support, Industry
Bob’s Discount Furniture and the Patriots teamed up to host an event for 200 children in need at Gillette Stadium on Aug. 13., surprising each child with a Bob O Pedic Patriots-themed bed.
August 14,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings
On the heels of reports of Mattress Firm’s possible bankruptcy filing, online mattress retailer Casper has announced its plans to open 200 stores over the next three years, reports the Chicago Tribune.
August 14,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Executive Changes, Industry
Casual furniture and accessories producer Watermark Living has hired Jim Telleysh as national sales manager, where he will focus on helping traditional full-line furniture stores realize opportunities in the growing outdoor business.
August 14,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Community / Charitable Support, Industry
Direct-to-consumer mattress producer Tomorrow Sleep has paired with Good360 to provide mattresses to families impacted by Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. To date, Tomorrow Sleep has donated over 1450 mattresses to families in need.
August 14,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Executive Changes, Industry
E.S. Kluft & Co., producer of luxury mattresses under the Kluft and Aireloom brand names, has appointed Drew Pechy as manager of its newly expanded factory.
August 13,
2018 by Laurie Northington in Economic News, Industry
The Great Recession, 2007 to 2009, created a major collapse in international trade, affecting both imports and exports of household furniture. While a healthy economy has propelled import growth since then, exports are still struggling.