May 20,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
As the nation resumes business, independent sleep products manufacturer Southerland has announced a five-point retailer safety plan that addresses store and warehouse sanitation, employee wellness checks, required use of masks, proper social distancing and additional regulations for delivery drivers.
May 19,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) has asked congressional leaders to provide more help for the furniture retail industry.
May 19,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Specialty bedding producer Classic Brands has issued the following statement in response to the affirmative preliminary determination made by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) regarding the antidumping investigation on mattress imports from Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Serbia, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam:
May 19,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has released the results of its latest survey conducted by Industry Insights, showing the mounting financial pressures and frustrations felt by members as the pandemic grinds on through what should be the industry’s prime selling season.
May 18,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Following a comprehensive survey of its universe of gift and home furnishings buyers and suppliers, International Market Centers (IMC) has announced updates to its summer 2020 markets in Atlanta and Las Vegas. IMC is postponing both markets until August, with Atlanta Market now running August 13 – 18 and Las Vegas Market running August 30 – September 3.
May 18,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Retailer HOM Furniture has announced the opening of its new flagship location in Bloomington, Minn.
May 18,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY) has announced the appointment of Cindy Davis as executive vice president, chief brand officer of Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. and president, decorist, effective May 26. Davis will report directly to Mark Tritton, president and CEO.