May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry 
A memorial service for furniture industry icon Fred Starr, former president and CEO of Thomasville Furniture Industries and Natuzzi Americas, has been scheduled for Friday, June 4 at 11 a.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Greensboro, N.C. Starr passed away on April 1, 2020 due to complications from the coronavirus.
May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Home Furnishings Representatives Association (IHFRA) has announced new dates, a new format and a new partnership with The Malouf Foundation, as part of its 25th annual Furniture Industry Awards Gala (FIAG).
May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Textile Alliance (ITA) has announced its members will be sharing their new introductions and providing education about their individual performance brands via Zoom during the upcoming Showtime Market, sponsored by Crypton, on May 16-19, 2021.
May 17,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Pottery Barn, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM), together with iconic travel trailer, Airstream, has launched a new collection of statement décor and accessories inspired by the spirit of adventure that brings the comforts of home on the road.
May 14,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY) has named Stacey Shively as senior vice president and general merchandise manager for home, effective May 17.
May 14,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame has received a generous $1 million investment in the Building Fund from the Wanek family and Ashley Furniture Industries as a lead donor for the new home located in High Point.
May 14,
2021 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Independent mattress manufacturer Pleasant Mattress is launching a Spring Air-branded line of bedding priced to appeal to value-conscious consumers.