[High Point, 9/29/23] – The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is excited to announce nominations are now open for its prestigious annual awards. The HFA Retailer of the Year Awards celebrate excellence, innovation, and leadership within the home furnishings industry. They highlight remarkable achievements of businesses and individuals who have significantly contributed to the growth and success of the Home Furnishings Industry.
The categories for the Retailer of the Year Awards include:
- Retailer of the Year (over 50 Employees)
- Retailer of the Year (under 50 Employees)
- Partner of the Year
- Trailblazer Award
- Emerging Star Award
- Manufacturer of the Year
Full industry participation and support set the HFA’s Retailer of the Year Awards apart. Anyone, including industry peers, clients, or even the nominees, can submit nominations themselves. This approach ensures that the most deserving individuals and businesses are recognized for their outstanding efforts. All honors are awarded after an in-depth review by a panel of industry leaders and past winners.
“The HFA Retailer of the Year Awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the passion, innovation, and dedication that the home furnishings industry exemplifies,” said Mark Schumacher, CEO of the Home Furnishings Association. “Please submit nominations and help recognize remarkable achievements within the home furnishings community during these especially challenging times.”
Nominations can be submitted online through the official HFA website at https://myhfa.org/roty/. The deadline for nominations is October 31, 2023. A panel of industry experts will judge nominees, and the winners will be announced at the HFA Annual Meeting scheduled to take place in January.
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 more information about the HFA Retailer of the Year Awards and the nomination process, please visit https://myhfa.org/roty/ or contact Kaprice Crawford at kcrawford@nahfa.org or 916.960.0346.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Mark Schumacher, CEO at mschumacher@nahfa.org or 916.757.1173.
