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American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Opens Nominations for The Paul Broyhill Future Leaders Award

The Paul Broyhill Future Leaders Award is given during the April High Point Market based on a candidate’s leadership, potential for personal growth, communications skills, and their commitment to the industry.

Atlanta Market Programming Spotlights Trends and Celebration

The January 2025 edition of Atlanta Market promises an engaging five-day programming lineup that blends education, celebration and networking.

Houzz Introduces New Project Management Tools for Large Construction and Design Firms

Enhancements to Houzz Pro streamline communication, collaboration, and project tracking.

Natuzzi Reports Flat Sales in Q3 2024, Operating Loss Increases

Results reflect ongoing economic challenges alongside long-term brand growth efforts.

First Production Isuzu NRR-EV Hits the Road

Operated by Red Bull North America, the Isuzu NRR-EV is delivering beverage products throughout Southern California.

Coaster Fine Furniture Launches Virtual Showroom Experience

Interactive platform allows year-round access to High Point and Las Vegas showrooms.

Spring Air to Introduce New Fleur De Lis Luxury Mattress Collection at Las Vegas Market

The line features elegant designs and premium materials at accessible price points.

Ashley Furniture Hosts Ninth Annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony in Arcadia

Event honors veterans and active service members at Soldiers Walk Memorial Park.

Restonic Expands Global Reach with New Licensing Agreements in Indonesia, Peru, Bolivia and Chile

New partnerships aim to meet growing demand for sleep solutions in Southeast Asia and South America.

Bellini Modern Living Highlights Bright “Dopamine Décor” Accent Chairs for the Holidays

Made-in-Italy swivel chairs offer bold color options and contemporary styling.

3Z Brands Acquires Southerland to Expand National Manufacturing Footprint

Acquisition adds four facilities, strengthening production and distribution capabilities.

Dallas Market Center Announces Passing of Chairman Emeritus Bill Winsor

Winsor led the organization for over two decades, guiding growth and key industry developments.

MLILY Expands U.S. Production and Enhances Retailer Support

Domestic manufacturer adds pillow production, highlights key leaders in service improvements.

ANDMORE Unites Industry Groups at Winter 2025 Markets

The company hosts some 20+ buying groups and trade associations for shopping, networking and education this Winter at its Atlanta Market and Las Vegas Market.

Flexsteel Employees Rally Together, Break Records in Annual Food Drive

The annual Pack the President’s Office Challenge is a spirited initiative to fight food insecurity in the Dubuque, Iowa community.

Symphony Sleep Introduces Video Tool to Support Retail Sales

Free sales videos aim to enhance customer engagement and boost sales for adjustable base retailers.

Seldens Opens New Bassett® Showroom in Bellevue

Expansion ensures access to premium furnishings and design services for Puget Sound residents.

Single Sign-On for STORIS NextGen Enhances Security and Streamlines Access

This new capability, integrated with Azure Entra ID, allows retail sales teams to seamlessly log in using their Windows credentials.

Digital Tip #4 From Orbit Interactive: 23 Social Media Post Ideas For Your Brand

Creating engaging social media content is essential for building your brand and connecting with your audience.

Industry Veteran Chealen Martin Appointed President of DreamFit

New Leader Has Extensive Sleep Products Industry Experience

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CLICK HERE to explore the flip-page edition. Dining room from RH Yoder featuring Westal Chairs in Oak with an Ebony/Ceruse stain and the meticulously crafted Brogan table. See page 17 for more information or visit www. rhyoder.com.

This Month's Issue

The Promising Future Of Retail Furniture Store AI

The Promising Future Of Retail Furniture Store AI AI will help build connections with customers and make retailers more competitive and adaptable in today’s rapidly evolving business environment.

Design & Designer Series: Spaces That Heal & Restore

Design & Designer Series: Spaces That Heal & Restore Lisa Kahn designs health and wellness into homes and addresses the special needs of families. She believes furniture retailers are missing an opportunity to do something similarly wonderful.

Retail Success: Ashley DSG’s Connected Homes

Retail Success: Ashley DSG’s Connected Homes Ashley’s Dufresne Spencer Group’s Lisa Fanaro and Chad Spencer believe that a new Ashley initiative will change the face of home furnishings retail by pushing the boundaries of design and technology.

Predictions for 2025

Predictions for 2025 Gordon Hecht presents “amazing but true” predictions to guide furniture and bedding retailers in an unpredictable year.

Retail Operations: Repairing Delivery Experiences

Retail Operations: Repairing Delivery Experiences Peter Schlosser says that dressing in the armor of digital tools is only as effective as a retailer’s ability and willingness to do its due diligence in other important areas that affect customer delivery satisfaction.

Next Level Training: Part 20

Next Level Training: Part 20 Scott Morris shares selling insights that have the potential to explode retailers’ sales volume in 2025.

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American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Opens Nominations for The Paul Broyhill Future Leaders Award

Atlanta Market Programming Spotlights Trends and Celebration

Houzz Introduces New Project Management Tools for Large Construction and Design Firms

Natuzzi Reports Flat Sales in Q3 2024, Operating Loss Increases

First Production Isuzu NRR-EV Hits the Road

Coaster Fine Furniture Launches Virtual Showroom Experience

Spring Air to Introduce New Fleur De Lis Luxury Mattress Collection at Las Vegas Market

Ashley Furniture Hosts Ninth Annual Wreaths Across America Ceremony in Arcadia

Restonic Expands Global Reach with New Licensing Agreements in Indonesia, Peru, Bolivia and Chile

Bellini Modern Living Highlights Bright “Dopamine Décor” Accent Chairs for the Holidays

3Z Brands Acquires Southerland to Expand National Manufacturing Footprint

Dallas Market Center Announces Passing of Chairman Emeritus Bill Winsor

MLILY Expands U.S. Production and Enhances Retailer Support

ANDMORE Unites Industry Groups at Winter 2025 Markets

Flexsteel Employees Rally Together, Break Records in Annual Food Drive

Symphony Sleep Introduces Video Tool to Support Retail Sales

Seldens Opens New Bassett® Showroom in Bellevue

Single Sign-On for STORIS NextGen Enhances Security and Streamlines Access

Digital Tip #4 From Orbit Interactive: 23 Social Media Post Ideas For Your Brand

Industry Veteran Chealen Martin Appointed President of DreamFit

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This Month's Issue

The Promising Future Of Retail Furniture Store AI

Design & Designer Series: Spaces That Heal & Restore

Retail Success: Ashley DSG’s Connected Homes

Predictions for 2025

Retail Operations: Repairing Delivery Experiences

Next Level Training: Part 20

Editor’s Corner: The Future of Work

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2025 Istanbul Furniture Fair (IFF)
1/21/2025 - 1/25/2025

2025 Winter Las Vegas Market
1/26/2025 - 1/30/2025