Hart & Cooley LLC, a manufacturer of air distribution products, announced today its ownership has transferred from Johnson Controls International plc to an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital (“H.I.G.”), a Miami-based global private equity firm.

H.I.G. is investing in Hart & Cooley to make them an independent entity once again…

—by Rachael Pritz, RB Retail & Service Solutions

Aside from outstanding customer service, hearth and home professionals agree that great deals help lure customers back into the retail store. Once someone owns a new wood stove, fireplace, BBQ or outdoor kitchen, it is important to stay top of mind with…

MONROEVILLE, PA - New RB Smart Pay makes payments easy and more profitable by combining software and payment systems into a single solution. Software, payment and terminals are all in one place—no more guesswork on who to call or what to do next. No more mistakes caused by ‘double entry’…

HIGH POINT – The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) honored top retailers, manufacturers, sales representatives and designers yesterday at a virtual gala awards celebration.

More than 300 members and guests joined in the online presentation to recognize manufacturing and retailing excellence, spotlight top product designs, recognize the 2020 Lifetime…

PELHAM, AL –– Gabriella White, LLC, parent company to Summer Classics and Gabby, has been recognized by the International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) as part of their 2020 Design Excellence Awards.

Summer Classics was announced as a winner in two categories – Complimentary Casual Products and Dining Bar Chair…