Fermob USA to Exhibit at Casual Market Chicago
On August 31, 2019, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Fermob USA will Exhibit at Casual Market Chicago in 7-9094 and High Point Market in SAMS G-6000A Salon. The company has a new Lorette folding chair and folding table to add to the Lorette Collection in 2020, plus a new color for the Sixties Collection in Red Ochre.
The Lorette collection blends resort style with iconic garden furniture, and is the latest creative collaboration between designer Frédéric Sofia and Fermob. Lorette revisits the myth of the countryside, minus the rusticity: the exquisite French countryside, idealized by city dwellers and foreigners, but without the luncheon on the grass and the…
Serge Ferrari Names VP of North America
On August 31, 2019, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Ilse Beterams is the new vice president of Serge Ferrari North America. Beginning Sept 1, 2019, Beterams will oversee all aspects of Serge Ferrari operations in the United States and Canada, including sales, finance, marketing, shipping and inventory management. She replaces Jules Duguay who left the company end of June.
Ilse Beterams has worked with Serge Ferrari for more than 25 years. From July, 2015 to April, 2018, she served as general manager of Serge Ferrari North America where she led the division’s strategic restructuring and a 17% growth in sales. Prior to this role, Ilse served as Sales…
Outdoor GreatRoom Company Hosts Fifth Annual Conference
On August 29, 2019, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MINNEAPOLIS - The Outdoor GreatRoom CompanyTM (OGC) hosted its fifth annual Outdoor GreatRoom Conference on Aug. 21-22 at their corporate headquarters in Burnsville, Minnesota. Staff, sales representatives, and some customers from across the U.S. and Canada were brought together for this two-day event.
A main focus of the conference was the release of the Crystal Fire® Plus burner technology to customers and a new program for commercial or contract use. Another highlight from the event included a Light the Night event featuring new products preview, sales and product training, and food trucks.
“We had outstanding feedback on all…
Phifer Ushers in Fall Season With New Crop of Furniture Fabrics
On August 28, 2019, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
TUSCALOOSA, AL - Phifer Inc is presenting its furniture fabric trends for the 2019-2020 season, a diverse collection of six palettes expressing the emotions, concerns, and values of today’s outdoor customers.
Ranging from vivid coral to dusty teal hues, Phifer’s new trend offerings strive to connect consumers with the spaces that surround them. Whether providing a counterbalance to a fast-paced lifestyle or just tapping into a bolder and more optimistic point of view, Phifer’s new fabric introductions deliver powerful and versatile color that speak to the importance of living well.
New for this season are eight outdoor color introductions inspired…
Casual Industry Names Leadership Award Finalists
On August 26, 2019, 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 2019 Manufacturer of the Year Award.
The five companies were selected for ICFA’s Manufacturer Leadership Award after online nominations in August among ICFA’s membership. The honorees include: Jensen Leisure Furniture, Lloyd Flanders, O.W. Lee, Telescope Casual Furniture and Treasure Garden.
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…
CASTELLE Bordeaux Makes Debut
On August 26, 2019, In Industry News by Amanda Daus
Beauty and elegance of a French garden design are found in the CASTELLE BORDEAUX collection. The appeal of handcrafted aluminum is on display in the design style of this formal style open cast back design. With a cast star-like-back design and slender appointed legs, all seating in the BORDEAUX can be enhanced with optional tailored cushioning. Cushioned and formal style seating combines to create a lifestyle of leisure with European influences.
Jim Sica joins Foremost Groups as Senior Vice President – Outdoor Division
On August 22, 2019, In Industry News by Staff
East Hanover, New Jersey- August 21, 2019– Foremost Groups, Inc. is pleased to announce that Jim Sica, founder of Patiology, has agreed to join Foremost as Senior Vice President - Outdoor Division.
As Senior Vice President for the Outdoor Division, Jim will set the strategic direction of Foremost’s Outdoor product design, product development, sales and distribution for such brands as Veranda Classics™, Foremost Casual™ and Afterglow Fire.
Jim comes to Foremost as an industry veteran in all aspects of the Outdoor furniture industry. He is the past owner of Jimmies Rustics, a premiere patio retailer based in Michigan, and…
Dansons Unveils New Product Line
On August 22, 2019, In Industry News by Staff
Phoenix, AZ, Thursday, August 22nd – Dansons proudly announces its new grill lineup by Country Smokers: The Frontier Series. Featuring the Traveler, Voyager, Ironside and Journeyman wood pellet grills. The Frontier Series was designed for those who like to keep things simple and have wood-fired flavor with them, no matter where they may be.
“As we continue to expand, we want to make sure we are offering what the consumer wants,” said Jeff Thiessen, President of Dansons. “We are excited to continue to grow and to continue to listen to our community and the features and benefits that…
