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The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation, Inc., has announced the prestigious 2024 Paul Broyhill Future Leaders Award recipients. Among them is Shannon Williams, incoming Chief Executive Officer of the Home Furnishings Association (HFA). Williams, a dynamic and innovative executive, has been selected for outstanding leadership, personal growth, and
On March 19th, the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) hosted a thrilling regional meetup at Madison Square Garden in the heart of New York City. This event marked a remarkable opportunity for furniture retailers to come together in a unique setting, fostering connections and camaraderie within the industry. The evening unfolded
[High Point, 2/5/2024] – Today, the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced that Shannon Williams will be its next Chief Executive Officer effective June 1, 2024. Williams succeeds current CEO Mark Schumacher, who announced his intent to step down from his role last year. She has worked for the HFA since
Demand Moves Toward Stabilization & Growth in 2024 The Q4 Furniture Retailer survey completed by Piper Sandler in partnership with the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) saw Q4 demand (written sales) improve from Q3 to an average decline of -3.6% y/y. December, at +1% (mean) and +4% (median), was not only
[High Point, 10/9/2023] – The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced today that Chief Executive Officer Mark Schumacher has decided to step down from his role, effective May 31, 2024. “Since 2020, I have been blessed to work with HFA’s board and staff, guiding us through the COVID pandemic and the
Website accessibility for online retailers is crucial because it ensures compliance with legal requirements, opens new markets and customer segments, improves the user experience for all customers, and enhances the brand’s reputation. In today’s digital age, accessibility is not just a moral obligation but also a business imperative that retailers
As Howard Lorton Furniture & Design celebrates its 96th year, we are saddened by the passing of its President and long-time HFA Member, Bill Cook. Bill joined the Home Furnishings Association in 1984 and was passionate about our industry. He attended almost 100 High Point Furniture Markets and, at age
Join us for an Unparalleled Experience of Seminars, Vendor Specials, and Snacks in High Point [High Point, September 12, 2023] – The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is excited to extend an exclusive invitation to all retailers attending the High Point Furniture Market from October 13-18, 2023. Explore the ultimate Home
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (July 3, 2023) Engage with 15 Furniture Industry Experts With Business-Boosting Seminars from HFA High Point, NC – Home Furnishings Association (HFA), the leading association for home furnishings retailers, is excited to announce new resources and opportunities available at the Las Vegas Market on July 30 –
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