July 22,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
Three of Atlanta Market’s Shop the Show influencers are sharing insights live from their homes in exclusive webinar content presented as part of the “Shop the Show: Alumni at Home Edition” programming. Retailer and lifestyle influencer Monika Hibbs, stylist, author and entertaining expert Annette Joseph and TV host, chef and author Kelsey Nixon will join Victoria de la Camara, Rue Magazine Market Editor for “From the Lifestyle Experts: How Consumer Needs Have Evolved & How to Stay Ahead” presented on July 23 at 1 p.m. ET.
July 22,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
A photo submission of a 1947 classic wing chair and matching ottoman has been chosen as the winner of Sam Moore’s “Search for Vintage” social media contest.
July 22,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Big Lots, Inc. (NYSE: BIG) has announced that Jack Pestello has been appointed EVP, chief merchandising officer, effective July 27. Pestello succeeds Lisa Bachmann who will be retiring after a transition period. Pestello will report directly to Bruce Thorn, president and CEO.
July 22,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has announced longtime independent furniture sales representative Tom Nolan as the creator of the winning design for the 2021 membership pin.
July 22,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Dallas Market Center, a lifestyle marketplace for retailers and interior designers, has announced the summer 2020 issue of Spark magazine.
July 21,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, High Point, Industry, Market
Registration for the Fall 2020 High Point Market is now open. The Market will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 13 through Wednesday, Oct. 21. HPMA is also debuting a microsite, www.highpointmarket.org/hpmktsafe, to outline safety measures pertaining to Fall Market in response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
July 21,
2020 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry, Store Openings
Jordan’s Furniture has announced the opening of its seventh store in South Portland, Maine on July 17.