March 2,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces this spring’s opening day Keynote Series event at High Point Market: “Designing the Kitchen Your Clients Want,” presented in partnership with the Design Leadership Network (DLN) on April 25, at 3 p.m.
March 2,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, announced the promotion of Abby Teisch to Chief Marketing Officer. Teisch previously served as Executive Vice President of Marketing for Williams-Sonoma, Inc. and will continue to report to President and Chief Executive Officer Laura Alber as a member of the company’s executive leadership team.
March 2,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Industry-leading visual commerce expert Intiaro has released findings from its proprietary pAIn survey, a research initiative designed to uncover the most pressing operational, sales, and marketing pain points across the furniture manufacturing landscape.
March 2,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
North Carolina-based custom upholstery and casegoods manufacturer Vanguard Furniture announces an exciting lineup of events for interior designers attending High Point Market this April. In addition to three dynamic educational presentations, Vanguard is partnering with Valdese Weavers for “The VUE,” a signature social event Sunday evening on Vanguard’s rooftop terrace.
March 2,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
IKEA China has introduced self-driving vehicles in Anhui Province after a pilot saw average customer waiting times reduced by two-thirds, improving both the customer experience and creating a more efficient workplace for co-workers.
March 2,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Adriana Hoyos Furnishings announces two separate but related educational events in the luxury brand’s showroom during the opening weekend of High Point Market, April 25-26.
March 1,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame® is considering legal action against the International Textile Alliance (ITA) and Interwoven, the trade show it hosts for textiles used in home furnishings. The recently announced ITA honor bears the name of the industry-wide organization commonly known as ”the Hall of Fame” founded, in 1988 as the industry’s most prestigious honor.