Message from International Market Centers Regarding Hurricane Florence
On September 21, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Message from International Market Centers Regarding Hurricane Florence
Dear Attendees, Exhibitors and Media Partners,
The team at International Market Centers would like to thank you for the many messages, phone calls and check-ins during Hurricane Florence. Your kind thoughts and unwavering support were tremendously appreciated. That said, I am very proud of the IMC Team for their response, hard work and dedication to insure our properties were protected and safe.
While many in the Southeastern portion of the state have been severely impacted by this storm, we in High Point were very fortunate with very little impact from the rains.…
Alfa Ovens Expanding Into North America
On September 21, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Alfa Ovens, an Italian company specializing in outdoor wood-fired ovens, is expanding into the North American market –giving home chefs the ability to cook delicious pizza, bread, meats, vegetables and more at temperatures that can only be reached outdoors. “We imagine a world where the wood-fired oven becomes an intuitive device for everybody,” Alfa founder Rocco Lauro said. “We’d like to bring people back to their roots and see one of our flame ovens in every home.”
Forty years ago, Lauro and his cousin Marcello decided to build a wood-fired oven for their own backyard parties in Italy. From…
The Prestwick Group Welcomes Malibu Outdoor Living to its Family of Companies
On September 20, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
SUSSEX, WI - The Prestwick Group, manufacturer of customized site furnishings, has welcomed Malibu Outdoor Living into its family of companies. Malibu Outdoor Living’s expertise in outdoor furniture design combined with Prestwick’s manufacturing capabilities will bring new, innovative product lines to the causal furniture marketplace.
Prestwick and Malibu are excited to announce the launch of several new products including a Fire Table, the comfortable Hyannis Rocking Adirondack Chair, and the new stylish Milano Collection, which includes deep seating, dining tables, along with dining and side chairs. In addition to these new products, they are also launching new natural wood…
Outdoor GreatRoom Company Debuts Beacon Collection
On September 20, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MINNEAPOLIS - The Outdoor GreatRoom CompanyTM (OGC) has debuted the Beacon Collection. This versatile collection of gas fire pit tables offers a beautiful new take on a classic style. The Beacon Collection features SupercastTM or Granite tops in chat and dining height options. All bases are made out of durable, powder-coated steel.
The stunning Supercast tops are available in Marbleized Noche or White Onyx. Supercast is a proprietary blend of fiber glass and polymer fortified concrete for maximum strength with less weight. The Granite tops offer a classic look in Black or Brown. All tops are easy to…
A.R.T. Furniture Debuts at Casual Market Chicago
On September 18, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, NC - A.R.T. Furniture, manufacturer of an extensive line of both indoor and outdoor furnishings, will exhibit for the first time at the September Casual Market Show in Chicago. After a successful rollout at the Spring 2017 High Point Furniture Market, where A.R.T. Furniture expanded five of its indoor collections, the company dipped their toes in the outdoor furniture show market at July’s ICFA Preview Show, also in Chicago.
“Our collections go beyond the usual range of outdoor furniture to include all-weather wovens, both sling and loose cushion upholstery, cast aluminum, and faux stone in a broad…
Coyote Outdoor Living Will Attend Casual Furniture Market 2018 in Chicago
On September 18, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
DALLAS - Coyote Outdoor Living continues to evolve its brand as an industry leader in outdoor space design. In addition to their celebrated line of award-winning stainless grills and outdoor kitchens, Coyote has introduced the Coyote Fire Pit powered by Blazing Beats ™ and three distinctive furniture collections. This is the first time that Coyote has exhibited at Casual Furniture Market and these new introductions can be viewed at their booth, 7-9097.
At the HPBExpo 2018, Coyote won a Vesta Award for “Innovation in Outdoor Furnishings.” Attendees and judges alike were wowed by the design elements of the furniture collections…
2018 Sales Rep of The Year Finalists Named
On September 17, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, N.C. – The International Casual Furnishings Association announces finalists for the 2018 Sales Representative of the Year. The award recognizes an outstanding sales representative within the casual furnishings industry. Finalists were selected based on leadership, professionalism, exceptional service, communication skills, knowledge and product training expertise.
The 2018 winner will be selected from among the five finalists through online voting of the ICFA membership. Finalists include:
Andy Hamilton, Dallas
Andy is president of Andy Hamilton DSA and a third-generation sales representative following his grandfather and parents. After graduating from Texas A&M in…
Casual Industry Names Manufacturer Leadership Award Finalists
On September 17, 2018, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
HIGH POINT, N.C. – Five manufacturers of outdoor furnishings have been named finalists for the International Casual Furnishings Association’s 2018 Manufacturer of the Year Award.
The five companies were selected for ICFA’s Manufacturer Leadership Award after online voting in August among ICFA’s membership. The honorees include: Brown Jordan, Gloster, Lloyd Flanders, O.W. Lee and Telescope Casual Furniture.
The finalists were selected based on the overall design and quality of their products, along with their merchandising, customer service, ethics, communications and trade relations. Company profiles of the finalists were distributed to ICFA members for a second round of voting, and…
