The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) will host its fourth annual industry roundtables from noon to 6 p.m. on September 19, the day before Casual Market Chicago begins. The event will include discussions of marketing to younger consumers through social media, understanding key performance indicators, marketing/selling on the internet, consumer…

In May, Woodbridge Fireplace Inc. moved to its new 31,000–squarefoot facility in Mississauga, Ontario. The new location includes a 5,000–square-foot showroom.

Tony James, president, says, “We needed to bring our manufacturing, design studio, and showroom all in together, under one roof. We now have our offices, warehouse, and showroom…

For the second time in three years, Glen Raven Custom Fabrics and Sunbury Textile Mills have joined forces in the search for the next generation of talent in textile design. Hosting a competition with the textile- design program at Philadelphia University, the two companies asked students to imagine the future…

The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has announced the finalists for the 2016 Apollo Awards. The program recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings. Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments and a commitment to customer service. ICFA members will vote via online ballot for a winner in…

The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has announced the finalists for the 2016 Apollo Awards. The program recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings. Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments and a commitment to customer service. ICFA members will vote via online ballot for a winner in…