February 2,
2022 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
The Aaron's Company (NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase solutions, has partnered with former NFL stars Warrick Dunn and Kurt Warner this winter to surprise five first-time homeowners with complete furnishings and other household essentials through their "Homes for the Holidays" programs.
February 1,
2022 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Universal Furniture has announced additions to its corporate sales management team. AJ Filloy and Drew Ward have been named regional vice presidents and began their respective roles February 1.
February 1,
2022 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Hooker Furnishings (NASDAQ: HOFT) has completed the acquisition of Sunset West, a leading west coast-based manufacturer of outdoor furniture, in an all-cash transaction.
February 1,
2022 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has voted unanimously, 4-0, to advance its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPR) on a mandatory safety standard for Clothing Storage Unit tip-overs, according to a report from the Home Furnishings Association.
January 31,
2022 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Wayfair (NYSE:W) has announced the appointment of Fiona Tan as chief technology officer. Tan will succeed Jim Miller on March 1 with Miller staying on for a transition period leading up to his retirement at the end of June.
January 31,
2022 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame has announced its inaugural class of emerging leaders who will participate in the prestigious Home Furnishings Leadership Institute at High Point University, Feb. 20 to 24, 2022.