Furniture Industry News

Digital Tip #12 from Orbit Interactive: How to Reach the Right Target Audience - 4/2/2025
Here are some strategies to help you effectively reach and engage your target audience.

Evert Slijper Moves to Chairman of the Board at Whittier Wood Furniture - 4/2/2025
After 50 years in the industry, Slijper transitions from EVP Sales & Marketing to advisory role.

Las Vegas Spring Buying Event Returns April 8–10 with Expanded Sourcing Opportunities - 4/1/2025
Partnership with The Reunion Souvenir, Gift & Resort Show adds to product discovery across World Market Center campus

Nationwide PrimeTime San Antonio Focuses on Connection, Growth and Giving Back - 4/1/2025
March event draws over 3,000 attendees for economic insight, peer learning, and community impact.

IFDA Educational Foundation Announces 2025 Board - 4/1/2025
Karen Dzendolet of New England Chapter returns as Chair; Board to oversee $30,000 in annual scholarships and grants for the design industry.

Easy Furniture Web Tip #366: Give AI Something to Write About - 4/1/2025
Develop your website and other online platforms well, so that AI has good resources to answer queries.

WithIt Announces 2025 Conference in Kansas City Featuring Keynote Speaker Barb Betts - 3/31/2025
Annual leadership development event to take place June 2–4 at the Kansas City Marriott.

Ashley Opens New Store in Gurnee, Illinois, and Supports Local Teen Center with Furniture Donation - 3/31/2025
New 40,000-square-foot showroom expands Ashley’s footprint in the Chicago market.

MLILY USA to Debut at AAHOA with Custom Hospitality Mattress Program - 3/31/2025
Company to highlight tailored sleep solutions and U.S. manufacturing capabilities.

Leggett & Platt, Glassmans Join as $5,000 Sponsors of 2025 Ante4autism Event - 3/31/2025
Furniture First adds fundraising golf event; new Gold and Silver sponsors announced.

Design Influencers Highlight the Best of Spring Market - 3/31/2025
Exclusive showroom discoveries to be reported on social media.

Colliers Group: Freight Rate Trends Reflect Mixed Conditions Across Modes in Early 2025 - 3/31/2025
Domestic transportation costs increase while ocean rates soften post-holiday.

Therapedic Returns to High Point Market with Tommy Bahama Mattress Line - 3/31/2025
Mattress brand to showcase four models in collaboration with Lifestyle showroom.

Wayfair Introduces "Wayfair Verified" to Streamline Online Home Shopping - 3/27/2025
New program highlights top-rated, rigorously evaluated products across styles and price points.

ICFA Releases 2025 Outdoor Living Trend Report - 3/27/2025
Study reveals underuse of outdoor spaces, strong demand for new furniture and accessories.

Celebrity Designer Breegan Jane Details Personal Home Design in New Book California Beach House Luxury - 3/26/2025
Designer and TV host offers insight into the creative process behind her Venice Beach residence.

ANDMORE’s Spring 2025 High Point Market Preview Guide Now Available - 3/26/2025
The 300+ page guide, complete with seminar information, product previews, Market neighborhoods and an interactive social media guide is now available as a print magazine and interactive digital flipbook.

CIFF Guangzhou Phase 2 to Highlight Commercial and Office Innovations - 3/26/2025
The 55th China International Furniture Fair returns March 28–31 with a focus on workspace design and sustainable manufacturing solutions.

Nicolas Gaviria Appointed as New CEO of Martin Furniture - 3/25/2025
New CEO brings 20+ years of leadership experience in strategy, operations, and business transformation.

Meridian Furniture Expands Outdoor Lineup with New Concrete and Aluminum Collections for Spring High Point Market - 3/25/2025
New indoor-outdoor introductions include concrete tables, modular seating, and Mediterranean-inspired designs.