Home Furnishings Association CEO to Step Down in 2024

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[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 subsequent disruptions faced by association members and the home furnishings industry. HFA became a strong advocate for the economic health and social impact of the home furnishings ecosystem. Now, I believe the time is right for a new leader to continue to inspire and steer this association,” Schumacher stated.

“The board thanks Mark for his contributions to the strength of the HFA and the home furnishings industry. Mark’s leadership created HFA growth and financial stability during the challenging COVID-19 pandemic. On behalf of the entire board, we thank Mark for all he has done for the HFA and wish him well as he embarks upon the next chapter in his life, ” said Board President Travis Garrish.

The HFA Board of Directors has formed a committee to determine the next steps in selecting the association’s next chief executive officer. Garish added, “The HFA board is confident that the necessary processes and procedures are in place to ensure a seamless transition for a new leader.”

About the Home Furnishings Association(HFA): The Home Furnishings Association (HFA), with roots dating back to 1920, is North America’s largest organization devoted specifically to the needs and interests of home furnishings retailers, with more than 1,400 members representing more than 10,000 storefronts globally. HFA provides members with programs, resources, services, and a unified voice in government relations by collaborating with home furnishings industry suppliers, vendors, affiliates, and other organizations. For more information on the HFA, visit www.myhfa.org.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Kaprice Crawford at kcrawford@nahfa.org or 916.960.0346.

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