Veranda Classics’ Danny Jelley to Speak at 2015 Casual Living Conference
On February 02, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ORLANDO, FL - Danny Jelley, senior vice president of Product Design & Development (Outdoor Division) at Veranda Classics by Foremost, will be one of three speakers on the Trendspotter Panel at the 2015 Casual Living Conference, scheduled for Feb 18-20 in Orlando, Fla.
A 35-year veteran of the outdoor/indoor furniture and textile industry, Jelley is recognized as an innovator with a dedication to providing retailers with creative ... and proven ... techniques for increasing sales and maximizing margins. He sets the pace for the new Veranda Classics design team which outperformed all projections for 2015 ... all the while…
Las Vegas Market Reports Largest Attendance to Date
On January 30, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas Market announced today that the just-concluded Winter Market, which ran Sunday, Jan 18, through Thursday, Jan 22, 2015, registered the highest attendance numbers in the Market’s nearly 10-year history, with overall growth of 11% over Winter 2014, and a 21% jump in attendance in the gift and home décor segment, specifically.
“Winter Las Vegas Market was a clear and dramatic success by virtually every measurement, including overall attendance growth; the increasing number, diversity and quality of resources; orders written, and new contacts made,” said Bob Maricich, chief executive officer, International Market Centers. “Virtually every…
Casual Furniture Industry Mourns the Loss of Allen Swers
On January 30, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Allen Swers, a casual-furniture industry leader who played a major role in the development of the Sunbrella® brand more than 30 years ago, died this past week at the age of 93. Swers was credited with more than two decades of innovation at Glen Raven’s custom-fabric division.
In a news items posted on Casual Living’s website, Allen E. Gant, Jr., chairman and CEO of Glen Raven Inc, commented about the loss. “Allen was pivotal in the history of Glen Raven and the progress of an entire market segment,” he says. “It was his vision that led Glen Raven to create…
Surroundings Brings Solair Awning Market to Colorado
On January 29, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FORT COLLINS, CO - Established in Fort Collins, Colo, Surroundings Outdoor Living Store is the sister company of Mill Brothers Landscape Group, which has been providing award-winning custom landscape design and grounds maintenance in Fort Collins and Northern Colorado since 1980.
Surroundings provides an array of outdoor living products from patio furniture, fountains and heaters, to pergolas, fire pits and more. The assortment of merchandise and services Surroundings offers paired with the landscape talent of their sister company, allows Surroundings to be a one-stop shop where customers can create their ideal outdoor living space
Solair® Awning Program Takes…
Trivantage Names Bret Kelley as Vice President of Sales
On January 29, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GLEN RAVEN, NC - Trivantage, the nation’s one stop shop for the marine, awning and furniture industries, has named Bret Kelley as vice president of sales. Backed by a state-of-the-art distribution system, expansive inventory and friendly customer support team, Kelley, a textile industry veteran, will lead sales associates in providing products and solutions that help Trivantage customers get the job done.
“Our No. 1 priority is to connect with our customers and help them find the products they need to get the job done,” Kelley said. “Fabrication shop owners wear many hats in the daily operation of their businesses, and…
Leader’s Casual Furniture® Plans To Expand In Lakeland
On January 28, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LARGO, FL - Leader’s Casual Furniture®, indoor and outdoor casual furniture and accessories manufacturer and retailer, recently purchased more than 20,000-square-feet of space located at 4505 South Florida Avenue, with plans to use 13,000 square-feet to open its 19th showroom in Lakeland, Fla.
The showroom will display one of the largest product offerings of Florida style indoor/outdoor furniture and accessories in the United States. In addition to bringing a large variety of customizable merchandise to the Lakeland area, the company will also look to fulfill several key positions at the showroom level including a store manager position.…
Sunset West Taps New Executive of Corporate Relations
On January 27, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
VISTA, CA - Sunset West, an outdoor furniture manufacturer located in Southern California, has selected Dawn Joblinske as its new executive of Sales and Marketing Coordination, effective immediately. Joblinske will fill a new executive role to meet the demands of the Company’s recent growth. The selection was made after an exhaustive search for a candidate with extensive experience in the outdoor furniture industry.
“We are very pleased with this addition to our Executive team,” reported Wes Stewart, CEO of Sunset West. “Being an accomplished veteran in our industry, Dawn brings with her an extensive knowledge base. We plan to leverage…
Preparing for Warm Weather With Honeywell Air Coolers
On January 23, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MAHWAH, NJ - Evaporative air coolers work both indoors and outdoors, and are a great option to cool spaces naturally, efficiently and inexpensively. The unit allows users to grill on their outdoor patio and entertain guests while in a comfortably cool environment, as opposed to being hot, humid and sticky. The nice breeze from these appliances can also keep the bugs away.
Portable evaporative air coolers are the answer to a more enjoyable outdoor experience this summer, and a showroom floor hit for dealers seeking new products.
Honeywell Evaporative Air Coolers:
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