August 30,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Economic News, Industry 
New orders in June were down 6% from June 2018 and 3% year-to-date. The decline in orders in June was the fifth consecutive month of declining orders, according to a report by the Smith Leonard accounting and consulting firm.
August 30,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Executive Changes, Industry
La-Z-Boy Incorporated (NYSE: LZB) has announced that Rebecca O’Grady has been elected to its board of directors, effective at its annual meeting of shareholders held on Aug. 27.
August 30,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Mattress and sleep accessories producer Bedgear has announced six new hires and three promotions to help support growing sales and consumer demand, following its successful launch of the M3 Mattress.
August 30,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Society of Furniture Designers has awarded Hannah Pedigo, a student at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), its coveted ISFD Pinnacle Scholarship for the upcoming academic year.
August 29,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, High Point, Industry, Market
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) has announced its new partnership with long-time Market veterans and industry experts Deb Barrett and Jackie Von Tobel for two initiatives. In time for Fall Market, Barrett and Von Tobel will be official High Point Market Brand Ambassadors and also bring back a revised version of their popular new buyer Market tour.
August 29,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry
Ethan Allen (NYSE: ETH) has announced the opening of new Design Centers, both in the U.S. and internationally, and plans for more in 2020.
August 29,
2019 by Laurie Northington in Business Strategy, Industry
Online appliance and furniture retailer Goedeker's has named Doug Moore as chief executive officer, effective Aug. 20.