January 5,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Luxury bedding manufacturer King Koil has turned to leading industry executive Chris Taheny to serve as its senior vice president of new business development, a new position for the brand. He will report to CEO David Binke.
January 2,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
According to a report from Reuters, Big Lots received a bankruptcy judge's approval for a last-minute sale that would allow 200 to 400 stores to remain open under new ownership. U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Kate Stickles approved the sale at a court hearing in Wilmington, Delaware, saying that the deal was the best option for Big Lots after a previous sale agreement fell apart.
January 2,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The first cohort of offender-students training in the furniture craft through a partnership between the N.C. Department of Adult Correction and Catawba Valley Community College are learning to build furniture and rebuild their lives.
January 2,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Smith Leonard released their Furniture Insights for December 2024. To read the full report, visit their website.
January 2,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
On December 19, Chic Republic Public Company Limited (Chic Republic) celebrated the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of its new 7,707 sq. ft. showroom located at Chic Republic Phuket, 90, Ko Kaeo, Mueang Phuket District. Special guest, Mr. Sophon Suwannarat, Phuket Governor joined Chic Republic leadership and employees at the event.
January 1,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Hope to Dream, a non–profit organization, reached a significant milestone in 2024, providing nearly 14,000 children in need with complete bed sets through its extensive network of partnerships and community events. Each recipient received a twin mattress, bed frame, bedding, and pillow, marking another successful year in the organization's 14-year journey of ensuring every child has a place to dream. Hope to Dream has donated over 180,000 to children across the U.S. and in Canada since its inception in 2010.
January 1,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
It is with deep sadness that Habersham Furniture announces the passing of its founder, Joyce Edwards Cash Eddy, who passed peacefully in her home on October 24, 2024, at the age of 95. A visionary entrepreneur, gifted artist, and creative force, Joyce leaves behind a legacy of timeless design and family-inspired tradition that has enriched homes and communities for over five decades.