December 10,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, recently marked the graduation of 73 participants from its flagship Bloom leadership development programme. Launched three years ago, Bloom has fast-tracked the development of these co-workers toward Market Manager positions – the roles that manage IKEA stores and customer journeys on and offline.
December 10,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Seldens, a family-owned home furnishings and design consultation business serving the Pacific Northwest for over 80 years, announced its latest expansion with the opening of a new Bassett® showroom in Bellevue, Washington. This expansion solidifies the Seldens presence in the area, following the successful opening of the Tacoma Bassett showroom, and joining the three Seldens locations in Bellevue, Olympia and Tacoma, and two Summer House outdoor furniture showrooms — a brand which Seldens acquired in 2022 — in Bellevue and Tacoma.
December 10,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
In its continuing bid to become a one-stop, to-the-trade resource for retailers and designers, The RW Collective is adding holiday décor to its portfolio, introducing a tightly curated collection of trees, wreaths and garland. The new line is being offered under its Jes & Gray brand.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The American Home Furnishings Alliance announces Andy Bray, president and CEO of Vanguard Furniture in Conover, North Carolina, was elected chair of the organization’s Board of Directors for 2025 during the Annual Meeting & CEO Conference in Yountville, California, Nov 8-10.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
RXO, a leading provider of asset-light transportation solutions, was named a winner of the 2024 Top Software & Tech award by Supply and Demand Chain Executive and Food Logistics.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Diamond Mattress has announced that all its mattresses are now GREENGUARD Gold certified. This prestigious certification applies to mattresses produced at the company’s factories in California and Texas.
December 9,
2024 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC (Ashley) has built its foundation and legacy upon the methodology of Gross Margin Return on Investment (GMROI). When future tariffs create market uncertainty, Ashley's position as the largest U.S. home furnishings manufacturer offers retailers distinct advantages through its extensive domestic production capabilities and proven market adaptability.