Casual Market Chicago Celebrates Showroom Openings and Expansions in 2018
On October 22, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO (October 18, 2018) — Casual Market Chicago, the largest show in North America dedicated to the casual and outdoor furnishings industry, celebrated another successful show in September as casual outdoor sales growth and competition continue to rise.
This year, the trade show welcomed more than 46 new temporary exhibitors, but also boasted considerable growth in its collection of permanent showrooms via a number of expansions and new additions, including the relocation of MAMAGREEN and the opening of Pavilion Furniture.
After nearly seven years at Design Center at theMART, premium innovative outdoor furniture brand MAMAGREEN took its place within a…
AGIO Mourns the Loss of Long-time Associate Terry Wayne Lail
On October 19, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA - Terry Wayne Lail (1952-2018) passed away on Oct. 10 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in the presence of his family after a long and difficult recovery from injuries he sustained in an automobile accident in 2017. A funeral was held on Oct. 14 at Providence Baptist Church, near his home in Hickory, NC, where he served on the finance committee and as a deacon.
Lail’s career in the casual furniture industry began in 1977 and spanned several positions within the industry in publishing, management and sales. He was well-known in the Outdoor industry as the…
Ashley Furniture Bringing Lifestyle Collections to Las Vegas Market Showroom
On October 18, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAS VEGAS – Ashley Furniture has announced that it will highlight several key consumer lifestyle preferences in its furniture and home décor collections at the Winter Las Vegas Market, running Jan 27 – 31, 2019.
As part of the company’s winter product introductions in its showroom spaces spanning 150,000 square feet on B15 and B14, Ashley will feature home trends addressing a variety of consumer demographics and design options.
“Ashley provides a full line of furniture – from living room, bedroom and dining to mattresses, accessories and outdoor,” said Rick Coppola, president of Sales, US and Canada for…
Dansons Welcomes Veteran Product Leader to Team
On October 15, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
PHOENIX - Bobby Martin has joined Dansons, Inc. as senior vice president of Product. Bobby brings more than 16 years of management and leadership experience from his roles at Cabela’s, Li and Fung, and Big R retail centers.
In his role at Dansons, Martin will be leading all product and engineering teams toward strategic development of products and accessories throughout the grilling category. This effort will include leading product innovations and line expansion. In addition, Martin will be leading the procurement and sourcing efforts across the organization to improve operational effectiveness and enhance go-to-market speed.
“Bobby brings a breadth…
OW Lee Announces Sales Rep of the Year for 2018
On October 12, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - OW Lee, a manufacturer of high-end outdoor furniture, fire pits, and accessories located in Ontario, Calif., presented Dave Digirolamo and Jeff Glarrow with the Sales Rep of the Year award for 2018. This special presentation was made during a sales meeting dinner at Harry Carey’s Steakhouse during the International Casual Furniture Market in Chicago, Illinois.
Dave Digirolamo has been selling O.W. Lee since 1994 and has successfully developed O.W. Lee in the Northern California and Northern Nevada regions. Dave D. started out in the business working for his father, Joe Digirolamo, who was also an esteemed sales…
Westley Gas Stove Makes Debut
On October 11, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
The Westley is Enviro’s newest freestanding gas stove. It’s European cast iron outer construction creates a traditional esthetic with modern accents. It has a 180-degree viewing angle giving plenty of exposure to its high definition log set and stainless steel burner. The Westley is available in both a matte black finish or an antique bronze.
WATERMARK LIVING™ Market Seminar Set to Help Full-Line Furniture Retailers and Designers
On October 11, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, NC - At the Market here this week, Watermark Living is presenting an interactive panel discussion aimed at helping full-line furniture retailers and interior designers realize opportunities in the home furnishings industry’s fastest-growing category.
Moderated by former Casual Living publisher Norman Hamilton and featuring both full-line and specialty store retailers, the special educational event is set for Monday morning, October 15 at 8 a.m. inside the Watermark Living showroom, conveniently located at 205 South Main Street in High Point.
“In line with the seminar’s title, our panel of retailers will focus on the tools, ideas, products…
New Technology from STORIS will be Showcased at High Point Market
On October 09, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
STORIS has launched the latest addition to our Unified Commerce Solution, CXM: Customer Experience Management. CXM is an in-store technology application designed to empower retail sales associates to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
Leading technology consulting firm, Gartner, defines CXM as “the practice of designing and reacting to customer interactions to meet or exceed customer expectations and, thus, increase customer satisfaction, loyalty, and advocacy. It is a strategy that requires process change and technologies to accomplish.”
CXM is the first of STORIS’ Unified Commerce Solutions to be developed within the company’s new technical stack. The technology relies on a…
