Infratech Taps New Head of Sales
On January 20, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
GARDENA, CA - Last month, Infratech welcomed a new director of Sales, David Arnold, to its headquarters in the Golden state. Gardena, Calif-based Infratech worked with Arnold over the past year on a consulting basis to implement customer surveys, create instructional materials, formulate strategies for training customer segments, and to refine company values and train staff. Arnold will now join Infratech full time.
With Infratech heaters, users can entertain outside without producing the negative environmental effects created by most gas-fired heaters or outdoor fireplaces. Infratech’s energy-efficient infrared fixtures convert over 90% of input energy directly into radiant heat, and…
Las Vegas Winter Market Poised for Another Record-Breaking Show
On January 18, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAS VEGAS - Buyer registration for the Winter 2015 Las Vegas Market, running Jan 18-22, is pacing ahead of all previous shows, continuing the upward trajectory of Las Vegas Market. In concert with growing attendance, the market has also experienced tremendous resource growth across a multitude of categories with the launch of new floors, expansion of existing categories, and addition of new product categories.
The most notable gains in buyer registration have been in the gift and home décor categories, which supplement the existing furniture buyer base that has been coming to Las Vegas Market since its launch nearly…
Coyote Outdoor Living and Cosentino Agree to Partner
On January 15, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
DALLAS - Coyote Outdoor Living, a Dallas-based maker of outdoor kitchen products, and Dekton by Cosentino, have formed a partnership. Dekton by Cosentino is made from a sophisticated blend of glass, porcelain and quartz and offers UV resistance for color stability outdoors, exceptional strength and high resistance to impacts, scratches and abrasion for use in high-traffic areas, and very low water absorption. Dekton’s resistance to thermal shock against heat, frost and thawing enables the product to be used in any climate and a multitude of outdoor surfacing applications.
The introduction of the Dekton line dovetails perfectly…
Poly-Wood Extends Lease at Chicago Merchandise Mart
On January 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - Poly-Wood Inc will extend its lease in Suite 15-105 at The Mart, host of the International Casual Furniture and Accessories Market, and home to 45 permanent outdoor showrooms. Since the early 1990s, Poly-Wood has been manufacturing low-maintenance, recyclable lumber to create its all-weather outdoor furniture.
One of the first products developed was the Classic Adirondack, which remains a favorite among Poly-Wood’s customers today. Since then, Poly-Wood has expanded its product lines to include additional adirondack styles as well as dining, lounges, deep seating, benches and swings.
“We’re excited to continue growing our business and develop new and…
Innovative Hearth Products Enters Joint Venture with Stellar Hearth Products
On January 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
NASHVILLE, TN - Innovative Hearth Products (IHP) has entered a joint venture with Stellar Hearth Products, effective immediately, to include a line of custom fireplace products designed by Stellar and marketed as part of IHP’s Astria brand. The product scope will focus upon fireplaces and inserts with ease of installation, low-maintenance and stylish design options—inclusive of an offering of customizable fireplaces.
Several versions of the new product designs will be displayed during the HPBExpo, and at the company’s open house hosted at the Nashville, Tenn, headquarters during spring 2015.
“We are excited to join forces with the Stellar…
OGC Launches Commercial Website Portal
On January 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - The Outdoor GreatRoom Company (OGC), a manufacturer of outdoor living products, has launched its Commercial Website Portal on www.OutdoorRooms.com.
Commercial users such as designers, architects, builders, contractors, and those in the hospitality industry can gain access by submitting their information, and will be e-mailed a password. Once logged in, the user can get product specifications and drawings, commercial use guidelines, browse photos, and find information about the custom build process.
The Outdoor GreatRoom Company is hoping that this access to commercial information will improve relationships with those in the commercial build industry. Offering custom…
Wingrove Rejoins Homecrest as VP of Sales
On January 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
WADENA, MN - Todd Wingrove recently reunited with Homecrest Outdoor Living where he took a position as vice president of Sales. Wingrove is based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and brings more than two decades of industry experience. He will be responsible for all aspects of Residential and Commercial sales throughout North America.
Including an earlier tenure at Homecrest Outdoor Living as the director of Sales, Wingrove has a wealth of management experience with indoor and outdoor furniture companies. Hekman Furniture, DMI Furniture, Meadowcraft and, most recently, SunVilla, have all benefitted from his 28 years in the industry.
…Candy Chase to Rejoin Treasure Garden as National Sales Manager
On January 09, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
BALDWIN PARK, CA - Shade products manufacturer Treasure Garden announced that Candy Chase will be rejoining the company as its national sales manager, effective Feb 2, 2015. She previously held this position from November 2012 to May 2014. She will remain based in Arizona and will be responsible for managing the company’s retail sales team, and working on product development.
Her experience in the casual industry began in 1999 when she became the purchasing manager for California Backyard in Sacramento. Over the past 15 years, she has worked for several Casual Specialty retailers in California and Arizona.
