Grace Furniture has served central New York for 78 years by putting the customer’s needs first. It’s the only way Bill Grace and his team know how to work. The world according to Bill Grace goes something like this: Everything around us is forever changing. Politics. Economies. Philosophy. Even retail
The biggest elements of retail success are inventory and selling. Traveling around the world consulting with retailers, I’ve seen my share of retail furniture operations in action. These operations come in all shapes and sizes, but there are typically three types of retailers. First, there are those who recognize and
…has your estate plan changed with it? We recently celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday. King’s name is synonymous with grace under pressure, a wish for a peaceful resolution of differences and strength of character. But two years ago, King’s birthday was marred by ugly headlines surrounding his family’s
Following the Supreme Court ruling invalidating IEEPA tariff rates, President Trump enacted a temporary (150 days) 10% global tariff rate
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) will welcome retailers to its Retailer Resource Center (RRC) during the Las Vegas Market, offering
Running a family business comes with a unique mix of opportunities and challenges. You’re not just making business decisions— you’re
Family businesses form the backbone of the home furnishings industry. Stepping into a leadership role within such an enterprise brings
In a furniture retail operation, one of the biggest threats to customer trust is not always the product itself. It
Turn social media engagement into in-store visits. In this webinar, discover how to create content that motivates customers to move from scrolling to shopping. Join
Succession planning is critical to protecting the future of a home furnishings retail business, yet many owners wait too long to start. Whether the transition
