Twin Eagles Tapped for Annual Barbecue University
On July 15, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO - Twin Eagles has become the latest grill to join the jaw-dropping collection of more than three dozen smokers, grills, and wood burning ovens at Barbecue University ™, the acclaimed cooking school run by Steven Raichlen at the Broadmoor resort in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Founded in 2000, Barbecue University offers consumers an intensive 3-day course on the art of live fire cooking. Students literally come from all over the world to grill, dine, and relax at the 5-star, 5-diamond Broadmoor resort in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains.
Steven Raichlen is a multi award-winning author,…
Charles Vernon Retires from Gloster Furniture
On July 11, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
After twenty two years of loyal and dedicated service, Charles Vernon will be retiring from Gloster Furniture Holding AG at the end of July 2014. When Vernon joined Gloster in 1993, it was a small English company known as a manufacturer of traditional teak garden furniture. Vernon worked hard to evolve and grow the Gloster brand, so that today it has become one of the worldwide premium outdoor living brands.
“Although Charles will be retiring from his role at Gloster, he will remain available to give advice to the DK Premium Brands Board until January 2015,” says Angelo C…
Alfresco Home Expands Partnership with Garth Living
On July 11, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
PHILADELPHIA - Outdoor living manufacturer Alfresco Home, LLC has expanded their partnership with Garth Living of Australia, a global gas grill manufacturer. Alfresco Home will exclusively introduce FERVOR™ to the North American market, a brand of Australian inspired gas grills engineered for superior performance and designed for ease of use.
The Fervor range of products includes five models from three to six burners that feature Garth’s patented GrillSmart Technology™, Insultouch Hood, and tempered glass viewing windows among many other features. A full line of Fervor™ accessories will also accompany the barbecue range.
Designed by the experts at Garth…
The Companion Group Adopts Employee Stock Options Program
On July 10, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
BERKELY, CA - Founded in 1984 in a small garage in Berkeley, Calif, The Companion Group (TCG) began with just two people making chimney starters one at a time by hand. Today, TCG has evolved into a “Family of Brands,” with 50+ employees providing design and manufacturing services for retail customers world-wide.
After a long and arduous process, TCG has adopted an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) effective July 1, 2014. Over half of The Companion Group employees have been with the company for 10 years or more, and they believe the move to align their actions and attitudes…
Zuo Modern Opens New Showroom
On July 10, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - Leasing activity is on the rise within the permanent Casual showrooms on floors 15 and 16 of the Design Center at The Merchandise Mart. Parker James will open its first U.S stand alone showroom in Suite 1586, in time for the ICFA Preview Show July 15-17, 2014.
Zuo Modern Contemporary will open a new showroom in Suite 15-101, a space about double the size of its former space. These companies cross over several product categories including outdoor furniture, fabrics, lighting and accessories and further enhance the Casual furnishing offerings available to attendees of the Preview Show and…
Parker James Opens First Showroom
On July 10, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - Leasing activity is on the rise within the permanent Casual showrooms on floors 15 and 16 of the Design Center at The Merchandise Mart. Parker James will open its first U.S stand alone showroom in Suite 1586, in time for the ICFA Preview Show July 15-17, 2014.
Parker James will further enhance the Casual furnishing offerings available to attendees of the Preview Show and International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market™ (September 16-19).
“With the opening of the new showroom, Parker James is excited to have our own identity within the Chicago Merchandise Mart,” said Harold Hudson,…
Agio-USA Taps Barb Hunter for New VP Post
On July 09, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA - Agio-USA has promoted Barb Hunter to vice president, National Accounts. Bob Gaylord, president, Agio-USA, made the announcement: “Barb has successfully worked with countless retailers and her accomplishments have truly been outstanding. In recent years Barb has headed our company’s efforts with some of our largest national accounts.”
“Throughout my career, I’ve admired Agio-USA for being a leader in outdoor furniture,” said Hunter. “Working with Agio for the past 10 years in various retail channels—specialty, mass and clubs—has been an incredible experience and provided tremendous growth opportunities. This new position allows Agio-USA to provide the highest level…
Two New Distributors for Modern Flames
On July 09, 2014, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
PHOENIX - Modern Flames, manufacturers of contemporary electric fireplaces and technology for residential and commercial settings, has added two distributors to their network of class distribution.
Cans Unlimited (CUI) of Simpsonville, South Carolina, and Star-Fire Distributors of Akron, Ohio, have formally agreed to represent, stock, and sell the Modern Flames products to their dealer network, completing a chain of distribution throughout the United States and Canada.
The company pioneered the introduction of the contemporary linear electric fireplace throughout North America in 2008. The look has since become a popular application for architects, designers, builders and homeowners because of the…
