Governor Pritzker Visits Darvin Furniture to Discuss Potential Impact of Tariffs

Furniture World News Desk on 2/7/2025

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker visited Darvin Furniture & Mattress on Thursday, February 6, touring the showroom and discussing the potential impact of tariffs on the 104-year-old, employee-owned business. Tariffs on imports could lead to increased costs for businesses like Darvin, which may result in higher prices for consumers.

"It was an honor to have Governor Pritzker in the store," said Carol Dizon, Chief Financial Officer of Darvin Furniture & Mattress.

Darvin Furniture, one of the top 100 furniture retailers in the country, carries a wide selection of American-made furniture. However, the company also partners with international brands such as Canadel and Palliser, which recently invested in the grand opening of Darvin’s Marketplace showroom.

“Darvin Furniture has the best selection of American-made furniture anywhere in Chicagoland. However, we also have important relationships with companies like Canadel and Palliser, both of whom recently invested in the grand opening of our new Marketplace showroom at our store in Orland Park,” said Will Harris, President of Darvin Furniture & Mattress. “Our customers enjoy the unique urban look, style, and durability of these Canadian products. Should tariffs go into place, our customers may be negatively impacted.”

Harris added, "We enjoyed having Governor Pritzker here today. The spotlight he put on the potential negative impact for businesses like ours was appreciated. We look forward to him returning to our showroom as a customer!"

About Darvin Furniture
More than 104 years old, Darvin^® Furniture is an industry leader and Chicagoland's largest furniture and mattress store. It is 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and one of the top 100 furniture retailers in the country. The Darvin Furniture showroom is located on 11 acres in Orland Park, Illinois. The showroom features more than 200,000 sq. ft. of furniture on display, with 35,000 sq. ft. dedicated to a Clearance and Outlet Center, a 10,000-sq.-ft. Mattress Center and Rug Gallery. Additional information is available at Darvin.com. Stay up to date on the latest news as a member of the Darvin social community by following us on Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.