Pride Family Brands Will Maintain Permanent Showroom at the Chicago Merchandise Mart
On March 11, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FT LAUDERDALE, FL - Pride Family Brands has agreed to maintain a permanent showroom in the historic Chicago Merchandise Mart on a long term basis. This agreement was made between Pride and Merchandise Mart Properties (MMPI) for the continued occupancy of Pride’s showroom on the Mart’s 15th floor.
The luxury casual furniture designer and manufacturer has maintained the 11,000-sq-ft showroom since 2012 when it relocated due to the restructuring of the casual furnishing floors. With this lease agreement, the showroom will continue to be the focal point of Pride’s designer and specialty sales activities including the International Casual Furnishings…
The Hammock Source Secures Permanent Showroom Space at World Market Las Vegas Center
On March 10, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GREENVILLE, NC - The Hammock Source recently secured permanent showroom space at the “World Market Center Las Vegas” by leasing space C-1379. The 1,546 square foot space will allow the corporation ample opportunity to showcase its Hatteras Hammocks, Pawleys Island Hammocks and Pawleys Life HDPE furniture line. The showroom will complement the company’s permanent space in High Point, North Carolina.
“We are pleased to become a permanent part of the show,” said Walter Perkins III, CEO. “The space will allow us to continue to showcase our brands and commitment to quality. West Coast retailers and designers that may not have…
Lloyd Flanders Launches New Site at LloydFlanders.com
On March 10, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MENOMINEE, MI - Lloyd Flanders®, manufacturer of all-weather wicker casual furniture, has redesigned its web site at www.lloydflanders.com.
Enhanced functionality on the new site includes the ability to view products by category (chaise lounges, fire tables) in addition to collection views; quick sorting of products, finishes and fabrics for ease of use; and an expanded online catalog of fabrics with larger swatch views available.
“Our new web site makes it easy for consumers to view the full range of Lloyd Flanders® products so they can browse and find décor inspiration before they make a purchase decision,” said CEO…
Kannoa is Up and Running Following a Fire Incident
On March 10, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
OPA-LOCKA, FL - The 30,000 sq-ft warehouse of Kannoa, a Miami-based contemporary outdoor furnishings designer and manufacturer, burned to the ground last week, but the company is back up and running.
Phillip Bolton, COO and co-founder of Kannoa, told the local news: “Thank God everyone is well. Nobody was harmed, the loss is only material and we are just concentrating on reorganizing to start fulfilling orders right now.”
Kannoa has activated its contingency plan and already setup a new office location to continue operations. In addition, all manufacturing and inbound shipments have been sped up to…
Industry Veteran Ron LaRocca Receives Donna H. Myers award at HPBExpo 2015
On March 09, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
ARLINGTON, VA - The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association and Casual Living magazine have named Ron LaRocca as this year’s winner of the prestigious Donna H. Myers Barbecue Leadership Award.
A 30-year sales and marketing veteran, Ron has worked at all levels of the barbecue industry from sauces, marinades and charcoal briquettes to grills and accessories. He has helped more than a dozen barbecue-related companies such as KC Masterpiece and Hickory Specialties redefine and move their products forward in the market. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, Ron served as chairman and vice chairman of the…
Phifer’s Scarlet Blaze Fabric Collection Turns Up the Heat
On March 06, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
TUSCALOOSA, AL - Create a warm and toasty environment with Phifer’s bold, eye-catching Scarlet Blaze Designed Fabrics collection. Featuring fiery reds and molten orange shades while influenced by tribal art and breathtaking sunsets, this dramatic collection is sure to add a little spice to your furniture grouping.
Phifer’s Designed Fabrics – plush, 100 percent recyclable GeoBella® Cushion Fabrics and sleek, sling Phifertex® Outdoor Fabrics – are the perfect choice for creating furniture that feels as welcoming as it looks.
Made from recycled yarns, GeoBella indoor/outdoor performance fabrics offer the soft, touchable texture and comfort of indoor furniture yet…
Coyote Outdoor Living Launches New Grill Product and Distribution Partnership at HPBExpo
On March 05, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
NASHVILLE, TN - Today at HPBExpo, Dallas-based Coyote Outdoor Living introduced the Coyote CCX4 36-inch Grill, its newest stainless steel four-burner grilling product, and announced a distribution partnership with Servco Pacific Inc, the Hawaii-based wholesale distributor showcasing premier lines of appliances and accessories.
“Our goal has always been to provide our customers with premium quality, affordable outdoor kitchen products that help people build their perfect outdoor kitchen experience. Coyote is excited to introduce the CCX4 to its existing line-up and to make its products available to new customers across Hawaii and the South Pacific,” said Jim Ginocchi, president of…
Merchandising Promotion from Couristan
On March 04, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
Couristan’s annual Outdoor Living Merchandising Promotion—taking place March 23-June 30—offers deals on a full assortment of outdoor/indoor area rugs, as well as two dynamic merchandising display options that will help drive summer sales.
Designed to showcase all 13 of Couristan’s weather resistant area rug collections, the “Without Walls” Display Unit gives dealers the ability to full customize their featured assortment and provides an easy-to-browse shopping destination for today’s hottest outdoor/indoor area rug trends.
Housing (40) 2-foot by 4-foot area rugs, “Without Walls measures just over 5 feet (T) by 3.5 feet (W) by 2 feet (D). This multi-functional…
