BURLINGTON, N.C. - Glen Raven Inc. shared progress updates in a new report in follow-up to the company’s inaugural corporate sustainability report issued last year. The 2021 progress report contains detailed information and metrics about the company’s efforts toward goals in two foundational pillars: “Supporting Our People and Communities” and “Sustaining Our Planet.” Glen Raven provides innovative textiles and performance solutions, including flagship brand Sunbrella®.

“When we issued our first corporate sustainability report last year, we wanted to share a set of aspirational goals to inspire advancement,” said Leib Oehmig, CEO of Glen Raven, Inc. “This updated…

BALDWIN PARK, CA – Treasure Garden recently added to its Treasure Garden Outdoor Rug Collection for 2023 with the debut of three new designs at the upcoming Casual Market in Chicago, July 19-22, 2022.

The new introductions for 2023 begin with “Seaside Harbor – Blue”, a border pattern that brings a cool and calming look to any patio. “Soho Textured Stripe – Black” weaves shades of vanilla and black into a classic stripe design that complements many of today’s furniture styles and finishes.  “Mosaic-Pebble – Sand” rounds out the rug introductions with a tapestry-like design in a combination of…

Miami Corporation has hired Zac Bryant as its director of Tempotest Home Fabrics. “We are very excited to have Zac join our team,” said Tim Niehaus, CEO. “Zac brings many years of experience from the furniture manufacturing side that will help guide the Tempotest Brand into the future.”

Bryant has been in the home furnishings business for over 30 years in both the indoor and outdoor markets. Most of his time has been spent leading the design and merchandising efforts for Lane Venture, which culminated with being named president of Lane Venture during the last two years of his…

HIGH POINT, N.C. –  How can companies retain their top workers as well as add talented and motivated employees to their staff? Are there ways to get around the long time that it takes to hire quality talent today?

The International Casual Furnishings Association welcomes all attendees at Casual Market Chicago next month to attend the annual Retail Seminar + Think Tank on July 18 and learn from Jaime Raul Zepeda, executive vice president at Best Companies Group. The company surveys over 5,000 companies each year, totaling more than one million employees, and knows what matters most to current employees…

WEST PALM BEACH, FL — With more than 10 years of sales management experience, Zachary Hertlein has joined luxury lifestyle brand ELAINE SMITH® as vice president of Sales, with a plan to drive immediate growth for the brand by developing sales teams, implementing strategy, and cultivating new and existing partnerships.

“Zachary brings expertise far greater than only developing sales teams,” says Elaine Smith, founder and CEO. “He has a thorough understanding of luxury brands in the outdoor and residential design segments of the industry and works closely with management, customers and sales representatives to collectively reach sales goals and…

LOS ANGELES - When Barbara Corcoran of Shark Tank fame needed shade for her Southern California beach house, she called Infinity Canopy. After learning about the unique features and modular design of Infinity Canopy, she selected two multi-color canopies, but there were a few challenges to overcome before the project could proceed.

A structure was needed to support the canopies. However, Barbara did not want any beams blocking her amazing ocean views. Moreover, she needed everything installed in time for her Shark Tank party, in just 6 weeks.

In collaboration with local dealer Awnings…

MT. LAUREL, N.J. – Frankford Umbrellas, a provider of shade solutions for the contract and retail industries since 1898, has recently doubled its production, warehouse space, and shipping capability.

At the same time, the company continues to focus its efforts on reducing its carbon footprint in spite of its recent expansion. Frankford’s need for expansion is the direct result of a remarkable growth in sales and volume, particularly during the past six years. While the company previously was solely a supplier to commercial properties including hotels, resorts and restaurant chains in the U.S., Mexico and the Caribbean, it is…

LAS VEGAS - The International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo, co-located with Deck Expo (PSP/Deck Expo) has opened submissions for its design competition. The Million Dollar Pool Design Challenge offers pool designers the opportunity to create a mock outdoor living area, with a minimum $1 million budget.  For the first time, designers can win a top prize of $10,000 thanks to Lead Sponsor, Riverflow Pumps by Current Systems.

Reid Schindler and Mike Farley, both with a degree in landscape architecture and a combined background of over 50 years of award-winning pool design experience, are teaming up with PSP/Deck Expo…