Jensen Outdoor, makers of sustainable luxury wood furniture for the North American market–has appointed Schon Duke as new president of the company. An experienced business leader, Duke will succeed Hlodver Olafsson and has assumed responsibilities as of December 1st, 2021.

Hlodver Olafsson is retiring as president of Jensen Outdoor and from his seat on the Board of Directors after a lustrous forty-year career in the wood manufacturing industry. Hlodver’s passion for the business and his outstanding personal commitment have helped position Jensen Outdoor as a strong brand across the US and Canada; he will be greatly missed by all…

SARASOTA, FL – Florida-based designer and manufacturer of casual outdoor furnishings, WINDWARD, has expanded its corporate executive team with the addition of Chad Desmett as operations manager, Lisa Cobert as human resources manager and Steve Waszazak as information technology manager. Each brings expertise in his or her specific areas and a passion to be a part of the growth of the American-Made WINDWARD brand.

“These three consummate professionals bring to the WINDWARD organization an energy and expertise that will be a tremendous asset as our company continues to grow,” said Rachel Peace, CIO, WINDWARD. “We welcome each as a…

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – As ELAINE SMITH® continues to build their luxury pillow business, the company announced that brand builder, Alexis Maklakoff has joined the senior leadership team as executive vice president. In his new role, Maklakoff will be responsible for evolving and growing the ELAINE SMITH® brand from a luxury pillow brand to a luxury lifestyle brand in the US and globally.

“When I first walked through the doors at ELAINE SMITH®, it was immediately evident that this is truly something special. The culture is incredibly unique and I felt a sense of vibrancy, collaboration, skill and…

HIGH POINT – “Running a business is more than learning about how it’s done. It’s about making decisions and taking action,” says LuAnn Nigara, keynote speaker at the International Casual Furnishings Association Educational Conference in Orlando on February 15. The recognized author, podcast host, and business consultant will kick off a two-day program with her talk, “Excellence is a Decision.”

The former co-owner of Window Works, an award-winning window treatment and awning specialty store in Livingston, N.J., Nigara shifted her focus after 30 years in retailing to help other home furnishings professionals strengthen their business, sales and negotiation skills as…

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas Market’s temporary exhibits – housed in the all-new Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas – are tracking to grow by more than 30 percent to showcase nearly 400 established and up-and-coming lines in seven easy-to-shop gift and home decor destinations for their Winter 2022 staging, January 23-26, 2022.

“The Las Vegas Market Gift & Home temporary exhibits are a dynamic hub of inspiration, offering one-of-a-kind products, West Coast only vendors, and an eclectic mix of home, gift, design, and fashion lines found nowhere else in the United States,” said Scott Eckman, International Market…

Contract shade designer and manufacturer Shademaker named Daniel Guelbart as its Sales Representative of the Year for 2021. Guelbart was recognized for his excellence in sales, territory development, and new customer growth for the industry-leading contract line. He represents Shademaker’s products in the Northeast.

Guelbart, who began working with Shademaker in 2011, was designated for exhibiting excellence in customer service, superior product knowledge, and territory and customer sales growth of the Shademaker contract brand, as well as Jardinico and other leading lines. With over 40 years’ experience in sales and marketing, he is passionate about showcasing best-in-class design for…

Marc Austein has joined Glen Raven Inc., a leading provider of innovative textiles and performance solutions, as vice president of corporate development. As a member of Glen Raven’s executive leadership team, Austein will work closely with Glen Raven leadership to identify and implement growth strategies for the company, including new acquisitions and partnerships for Glen Raven’s global business.

“We’re doubling down on our commitment to future growth through significant investments to enhance our operations and by hiring top talent like Marc. He brings to Glen Raven great passion, smart thinking and solid experience, and we’re thrilled to have him…

SattlerOutdura, a division of The Sattler Group, Austria, has promotedMariia Elizarova to senior designer for allOutdura casual furniture and Sattler shade fabrics. As part of the Sattler design team, led by design director Cornelia Pongritz, Elizarova is responsible for designing the beautiful fabrics that SattlerOutdura offers for their outdoor and shade collections. “Her relentless work and support for our Sattler andOutdura collections along with her stunning designs and inspirations reflect her passion to the industry and her commitment to our brand,” says Ulrich Tombuelt, Sattler Outdura CEO.

Elizarova is an artist and designer with a fondness for woven textiles,…