PELHAM, AL - Gabriella White LLC, parent company to Summer Classics and Gabby, leaders in the indoor and outdoor furniture industry, today announced that retail veteran Greg Goetcheus has assumed the position of executive vice president of Business Development. Goetcheus has more than 25 years of experience in retail merchandising, operations and services, and will ensure successful execution of the company’s vision through leadership of the wholesale, retail, contract, private label and e-commerce channels.

“As we continue to push our brands’ products through multiple channels, Greg’s proven success in driving growth and a consistent customer experience through sustainable process…

CHICAGO - OW Lee, a manufacturer of high-end outdoor furniture, fire pits, and accessories located in Ontario, Calif., was honored with their sixth straight Manufacturer of the Year Award win at the ICFA Apollo Awards on Thursday, September 15th. The event was full of excitement as manufacturers and specialty stores gathered to celebrate excellence in the Casual Furniture Industry.

The Manufacturer of the Year award is one of the ICFA’s top honors. The International Casual Furnishings Association, a sister organization to the American Home Furnishings Alliance, is a global leader in promoting business development and partnerships in the outdoor and…

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HUDSON, NC – Outdura is pleased to announce the addition of David Heiman as Casual Furniture sales manager. David’s career in the performance textiles industry spans 12 years, having served as a sales manager in the outdoor market. David will join Outdura on October 2, 2017 and will serve in a key role for the Outdura sales organization.

“David has outstanding knowledge and experience in the performance textile industry,” says David Meeks,vice president of Casual Furniture. “His product and industry knowledge will be a great asset to our team. We look forward to David taking a prominent role on our…

FT LAUDERDALE, FL - During the recent 2017 Casual Market Chicago, outdoor furnishings designer and manufacturer, CASTELLE, proudly recognized members of its independent sales force. At the same market, Castelle also was acknowledged for the fourth time for manufacturing leadership in the cast aluminum category by the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) membership.  The overall market was noteworthy as Castelle’s new introductions and programs for 2018 also received an overwhelmingly positive response.

The Castelle awards were presented by Derek Ritzel, president and C.E.O. for CASTELLE on the eve of the opening of the Casual Market Chicago and included the President’s…

DALLAS – Dallas-based, family-owned, Sunnyland Patio Furniture was honored with the prestigious Apollo Award by the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) during an Awards Gala at the Casual Furniture Market in Chicago.

The ICFA recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings. Finalists for the nationally recognized Apollo Award must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments and commitment of the highest level in business ethics and integrity and must exemplify exceptional customer service.

“Being recognized by our peers is beyond exhilarating,” David Schweig, president of Sunnyland Patio Furniture, said. “The Sunnyland philosophy has always been to treat our customers…

Inspired by a career that has spanned several decades and the globe, designer Joe Ruggiero has tapped into his favorite destinations to create a High Point Market display that speaks to travel, tropics, trends and family. Textiles from his extensive Sunbrella® collection will be featured in five vignettes at the MT Company showroom October 14–18.

“I have fond memories from my travels and the places I’ve lived – from my son’s wedding in Hawaii to growing up in Manhattan, where I met my wife,” Ruggiero said. “Each of these locations are important in my life, and they represent perspectives that…

Homecrest Outdoor Living has proudly awarded David Beil as its 2017 “Sales Representative of the Year.”  Beil received the award at Homecrest’s national sales meeting just prior to the Casual Preview Show in Chicago.

“It’s a big honor for me,” said Beil, who has been a Homecrest sales representative since 1977, successfully covering Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas and downstate Illinois with his superior customer service and dedication to Homecrest’s quality products. Beil grew up in the retail furniture industry and loves the challenge of being a sales representative.

When asked about the most enjoyable part of his job, Beil…