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…

In January, the rate of single-family homebuilding was up in spite of a big drop in apartment construction. Even with an overall drop, analysts predict continued strength in the residential housing market. To read more, click here.