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Becky Weber
Crate & Barrel merchandising veteran, Becky Weber.

Hooker Furnishings Launches New Modern Lifestyle Furniture Brand

Hooker Furnishings is set to launch a new modern lifestyle furniture brand, called M at the April 2023 High Point Market. Led by Crate & Barrel merchandising veteran, Becky Weber, the brand…
Steve Pulone, General Manager and Vice President of Operations of O’Malia’s Living (second from left), received congratulations from Retail Genius Award judges Brian Lawrence, Mariah Maydew and Cathy Galbreath-Buzbee after receiving the honor at ICFA’s Educational Conference in Nashville.
Steve Pulone, General Manager and Vice President of Operations of O’Malia’s Living (second from left), received congratulations from Retail Genius Award judges Brian Lawrence, Mariah Maydew and Cathy Galbreath-Buzbee after receiving the honor at ICFA’s Educational Conference in Nashville.

O’Malia’s Living Selected for 2023 Mary Fruehauf Retail Genius Award

The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) gave this year’s Mary Fruehauf Retail Genius Award to O’Malia’s Living in Carmel, Ind. The presentation was made during the ICFA’s Educational…
Mariana Anzures, Elle Yanez
The Bienenstock Furniture Library awarded Mariana Anzures (furniture) and Elle Yanez (interior design) with top honors.

Bienenstock Furniture Library Names Student Design Competition Winners

The Bienenstock Furniture Library (BFL) has named the winners of its annual student design competitions for furniture and interior design in 2023, awarding a total of $16,000 to the top performers…
Mark Crowther
Mark Crowther has been hired as IMC's new Chief Digital Officer.

IMC Names Chief Digital Officer

International Market Centers (IMC) today announced the hiring of a Chief Digital Officer, Mark Crowther, a seasoned digital executive with 25+ years of experience transforming how organizations…
denise mcgaha for wildwood
Interior Designer Denise McGaha will introduce her new collection at High Point Market.

Wildwood Partners with Denise McGaha

Wildwood has partnered with Dallas-based interior designer Denise McGaha on a new collection of lighting, furniture and home decor. The relationship was a natural fit — two families of multi-…
Mark Ross, Chelsea House
Mark Ross joins Chelsea House as Creative Director.

Chelsea House Adds Creative Director

Mark Ross has joined home furnishing manufacturer Chelsea House as Creative Director. Previously,  Ross spent 32 years at Two's Company as Vice President of Design. As Creative Director, Ross will…
HD Expo and BDNY logos
Rachel Long will be the Brand Leader for HD Expo and BDNY tradeshows.

Emerald's Design Group Appoints Brand Leaders

Emerald, the parent company of Hospitality Design (HD) and Boutique Design (BD), has announced the promotion of Keisha Byrd to Brand Leader of BDNY and BD’s portfolio of non-tradeshow events,…

Michael Bauer Joins the Feizy Rugs Team

Feizy Rugs welcomes Michael Bauer as the Director of Trade Relations. Michael was the Vice President of Design at Dallas Market Center for ten years and brings 20 plus years of experience in interior…
Larry Lauck as its president and chief executive officer.
Larry Lauck, ALA President and CEO.

ALA President and CEO Appointed

The American Lighting Association (ALA) has announced the appointment of Larry Lauck as its President and Chief Executive Officer. This announcement comes following the decision last fall by current…
Fairfield Virtual Design Challenge finalists
These seven designers will showcase their original designs in the Fairfield Virtual Design Challenge.

Fairfield Chair Announces Virtual Design Challenge Designer Lineup

Fairfield Chair, a leading provider of premium furnishings, upholstery, and casegoods, has unveiled the hand-picked all-star lineup of the top seven interior designers for its annual Virtual Design…
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