SARASOTA, FL – Florida-based designer and manufacturer of casual outdoor furnishings, WINDWARD, has expanded its corporate executive team with the addition of Chad Desmett as operations manager, Lisa Cobert as human resources manager and Steve Waszazak as information technology manager. Each brings expertise in his or her specific areas and…

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – As ELAINE SMITH® continues to build their luxury pillow business, the company announced that brand builder, Alexis Maklakoff has joined the senior leadership team as executive vice president. In his new role, Maklakoff will be responsible for evolving and growing the ELAINE SMITH® brand from…

HIGH POINT – “Running a business is more than learning about how it’s done. It’s about making decisions and taking action,” says LuAnn Nigara, keynote speaker at the International Casual Furnishings Association Educational Conference in Orlando on February 15. The recognized author, podcast host, and business consultant will kick off…

LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas Market’s temporary exhibits – housed in the all-new Expo at World Market Center Las Vegas – are tracking to grow by more than 30 percent to showcase nearly 400 established and up-and-coming lines in seven easy-to-shop gift and home decor destinations for their Winter 2022…

Marc Austein has joined Glen Raven Inc., a leading provider of innovative textiles and performance solutions, as vice president of corporate development. As a member of Glen Raven’s executive leadership team, Austein will work closely with Glen Raven leadership to identify and implement growth strategies for the company, including new…