April 13,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) is seeking nominations for its 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award. Outstanding individuals in the outdoor furnishings industry have been recognized for their contributions and achievements since the tribute was created in 2002.
April 13,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Retail software provider Storis has released version 10.5 of its popular platform, introducing its all-new Comprehensive Replenishment Tool. The interactive tool provides a real-time view of a retailer’s supply so they have the data to purchase the optimal inventory quantities needed to meet demand while preserving open-to-buy dollars.
April 13,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
International Market Centers (IMC), accompanied by officials from the city of Las Vegas, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 9, to celebrate the grand-opening of the Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas (WMCLV), a 315,000-square-foot exposition facility located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas.
April 13,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Pilot Freight Services, a worldwide transportation and logistics services provider backed by ATL Partners and British Columbia Investment Corporation (BCI), has acquired DSI Logistics (DSI), a non-asset based provider of last-mile home delivery and installation for heavy and hard to handle goods.
April 12,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, High Point, Industry, Market
Rug manufacturer Feizy Rugs is partnering with powerhouse interior and product designer, tastemaker and television personality Thom Filicia on a new line of rugs slated to debut at High Point Market, June 5-9.
April 12,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Casegoods producer Legacy Classic and Legacy Classic Kids have announced the hiring of Tahirah “Dock” Johnson and Steve Miller to the management team.
April 12,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB) has announced changes to its leadership team, appointing Melanie Huet (formerly chief marketing officer and EVP of marketing and innovation) to chief commercial officer and Shelley Huff (formerly CEO of Tuft & Needle, EVP of direct to consumer) to chief operating officer.