- Spring Air shifts away from market introductions
by Clint EngelWOBURN, Mass. — Spring Air International, said it will no longer follow a trade show model to determine when it introduces new products, citing plans … - High Point Market Authority launches virtual educational series, IdeaStreams
by Home News NowHIGH POINT, N.C., February 3, 2021 — The High Point Market Authority launches its first-ever virtual educational series, IdeaStreams. Given the ongoing restrictions on indoor … - 11 business and life lessons from the career of Bob Maricich
by Clint EngelIMC chief’s past informs and inspires amidst pandemic and other challenges HIGH POINT — On June 6, during the next High Point Market, International Market … - H Contract develops comprehensive care & maintenance guide for wood furniture
by Home News NowMARTINSVILLE, Va. – In response to rising concerns brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, H Contract, a supplier of upholstered seating and case goods for the … - IMC names Monique Honaman as chief human resources officer
by Home News NowATLANTA / LAS VEGAS / HIGH POINT, N.C. – (February 3, 2021) – International Market Centers (IMC) today announced the hiring of Monique Honaman as Chief … - Las Vegas Market e-Preview Guide now available
by Home News NowDigital planning tool is live, physical magazine to mail in early March LAS VEGAS, N.V. – (February 2, 2021) – The Las Vegas Market Preview Guide, … - Rotmans’ business booms during “closing sale”
by Clint EngelParent Vystar updates progress at retailer, other businesses WORCESTER, Mass. — Vystar Corp., the parent company of Rotmans here, issued an update on the retailer’s … - PERQ’s free trial helps retailers boost website conversions
by Alex MilsteinEvery retailer knows that their website is an important marketing tool, but the pandemic really put that into perspective. However, many retailers learned the hard … - Vystar issues corporate update on strategic initiatives and the impact of Covid-19 on brandsby Clint EngelWorcester, MA, Feb. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vystar Corporation (OTCQB: VYST), parent company of RxAir® UV light air purification products, Rotmans Furniture and Floor …
- MLily aims for young consumers with “Show Us Your Mug” contest
by Clint EngelKNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Bedding producer MLily is holding a “Show Us Your Mug” social media contest “to further connect with a younger generation of consumers … - IHFRA Names Steven Allegrezza Managing Director
by Clint EngelHIGH POINT — Steven Allegrezza has been promoted to managing director of the International Home Furnishings Representatives Assn., a new position for the organization. Formerly … - Furniture Hall of Fame elects new officers, first female president
by Clint EngelHIGH POINT, N.C. — The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation has elected new officers and board members for 2021, including the board’s first … - Textile trends: What’s hot for performance fabrics in 2021?
by Jennifer BringleNote: This story appeared first in Casual News Now, HNN’s sister website and newsletter for the casual home furnishings industry. Click here to see more … - What the Biden administration could mean to the furniture industry
by Clint EngelAssociation leaders and analysts weigh in on the pros and cons of a Democrat-controlled Whitehouse and Congress HIGH POINT — While acknowledging it’s a bit … - Interiors Home, PerLora named HFA Retailers of the Year
by Home News NowROSEVILLE, Calif. — Interiors Home of Lancaster, Pa., and PerLora Furniture and Design in Pittsburgh have been voted the Home Furnishings Assn.’s Retailers of the … - Furniture Connection makes bold opening statement despite pandemic roadblocks
by Clint EngelThe Tennessee retailer is on track to more than double the business of its former location CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — Furniture Connection’s new, larger store here … - PFP promotes Hendon to SVP operations
by Home News NowENFIELD, Conn. — Planned Furniture Promotions has promoted retail industry veteran Ed Hendon to senior vice president of operations. Hendon, who reports to President Rob … - First Tuesday committee launches website
by Clint EngelHIGH POINT— The organizers of High Point’s First Tuesday movement have launched a dedicated website to help buyers learn more about the brands participating, schedule … - Jaipur Living’s February launch highlights exquisite craftsmanship from refined hand-knotted to earthy natural rugs
by Home News Now(ACWORTH, GA—January 21, 2020) Global rug and textiles furnishings company Jaipur Living celebrates artistic inspiration in February with a product launch that underlines the beauty of … - HFA announces new slate of officers
by Home News NowRoseville, Calif, — The North American Home Furnishings Assn. has named David Gunn, of Knight Furniture in Sherman, Texas, president of the retailer association for … - Retailers grapple with new round of price increases
by Clint EngelRetailers say suppliers began handing down another round of price increases this month or warning that they’re on the way. It’s a move that, combined with an astronomical rise in freight rates, has left stores scrambling to adjust once again, after a similar action in the fall, even as delays in product shipments continue. And some wonder how long this can go on before consumers pull in their purse strings.
- Take a tour of Telescope Casual’s virtual showroom
by Alex MilsteinHome News Now Editor Alex Milstein visits Kait Warren, Telescope Casual’s marketing director, and Boaz Ashkenazy, CEO of Simply Augmented, in Telescope’s new Linkroom virtual showroom.
- Pandemic performance: How COVID has impacted the fabric business
by Jennifer BringleNote: This story appeared first in Casual News Now, HNN’s sister website and newsletter for the casual home furnishings industry launched Thursday. Click here to … - A turning point at Atlanta Market?
by Clint EngelATLANTA — International Market Centers CEO Bob Maricich said the recently concluded Atlanta Market exceeded the “realistic” and optimistic expectations of both buyers and sellers … - Optimism and confidence at Winter 2021 Atlanta market
by Home News NowATLANTA – January 20, 2021 – Optimism, confidence and demand for fresh, in-stock product were the overwhelming sentiments of buyers and sellers at the first Atlanta Market … - Therapedic sticks to January Las Vegas Market with virtual show, in-person follow-ups, starting now
by Clint EngelLAS VEGAS — Therapedic International has moved forward with its own virtual winter market, concerned that the winter Las Vegas Market, recently postponed until April, … - A.R.T. promotes Rozenboom to president
by Clint EngelONTARIO, Calif. — A.R.T. Furniture, a division of Markor, has promoted Doug Rozenboom to president of the case goods and upholstery resource. Rozenboom, who has … - Registration opens for BrandSource Summit ‘21
by Clint EngelBuying group to “Double Down” on multichannel initiatives SACRAMENTO, CA — Registration has opened for BrandSource’s Summit 21, the annual spring meeting and product expo, … - Blog: M&A activity in the furniture industry back in full boom
by Clint EngelAcceleration of e-commerce adoption, demand for domestic upholstery and domestic capacity are among the drivers By Bo Stump CHARLOTTE, N.C. — 2020 will go down … - Hall of Fame pushes 2020 inductees celebration to June market schedule
by Clint EngelHIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation is moving its Class of 2020 Induction Celebration, traditionally held during the October High …

