HIGH POINT – The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) announced travel incentives and programming enhancements to drive increased industry participation in Casual Market Atlanta. “We want to make it clear to retailers, manufacturers and sales reps that there are strategic benefits to attending the July and September markets,” said Chair…

HIGH POINT, N.C. – For Henry J.W. Vanderminden IV, incoming chair of the Board of Directors of the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA), even a family history of more than a century manufacturing casual furnishings didn’t provide a precedent for the tremendous industry growth businesses have experienced during the past…

ARLINGTON, VA - The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA has announced the programming lineup for its HPBExpo. The HPBExpo, which will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, from March 26-29, 2025, is the only niche marketplace spanning specialized categories like barbecue technology, fireplaces, chimneys, accessories, and outdoor living. It…

DETROIT - Duravent Group has appointed Bruce Weyhe as their vice president, Retail and E-Commerce Sales. Weyhe brings an extensive background in sales team leadership and business growth from several renowned businesses, including Hunter Douglas, Kohler Company, Hitachi Power Tools, and Campbell Hausfeld.

Weyhe’s appointment to this role comes…

It is with heavy hearts that we mark the passing of Richard Hanfling, a beloved leader and cherished member of the Swavelle/Mill Creek Fabrics family. Joining the company in 1989, Richard embarked on a remarkable career that not only transformed our business but also left a lasting impression on everyone…