Couristan, Inc., manufacturer of high-quality area rugs and of residential broadloom and custom contract carpeting, has signed a licensing agreement with emma gardner design,L.L.C. (Petaluma, California). Under this agreement, Couristan will be given the license to manufacture, pro-mote, market, and distribute a series of hand tufted, power-loomed, and out-door/indoor performance…

ZipJack Umbrella Company (Elmsford, New York) lent a helping hand in early December 2012 to victims of Superstorm Sandy by serving as a community drop-off location for donated items for residents affected by the storm. According to Martha Dubinsky Witkowski, owner and president of ZipJack Umbrellas, her employees were pleased…

The entire casual furniture industry is saddened to learn about the loss of Merv Conn, vice president of Mallin Casual Furnitue, who died unexpectedly on Feb. 14 while undergoing a medical procedure. A memorial Service will be held Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 11 a.m. at Temple Adat Elohim, 2420 E.…

The Riverside Company, the parent of leading hearth and grill manufacturer Vermont Castings Group, has elected to exit its investment in the company and is seeking potential buyers.

“Vermont Castings Group is a stable and profitable company with an enviable portfolio of brands and products, a solid…

Homecrest Outdoor Living has appointed Greg Johnson as the company’s newest sales representative. Based in Tampa, Florida, Johnson will focus on sales throughout Florida. A 21-year industry veteran, Johnson also represents NCI Wicker, Outdoor Lifestyle, and FiberBuilt Umbrellas.

Todd Wingrove, director of sales at Homecrest, says, “Greg fits the…