The home furnishings industry has been on a wild roller coaster ride over the last five years, with little sign of slowing down. From navigating the disruptions of a global pandemic to now facing potential import tariffs early in the year, retailers continue to adapt to a shifting landscape. Since
High Point Market. What do those three words mean to you? For a guy who has headed to the Triad for 18 years, I feel I have enough perspective marinating in my soul to the extent that I can accurately offer my take on it and how it got me
The home furnishings shopper no longer follows a simple path to purchase. Consumers often spend weeks researching before ever setting
National Furniture Safety Week is coming up October 5–10, 2026, and HFA members are invited to participate. HFA has joined
Successful retail businesses understand a powerful, enduring truth: people are the heart of long-term growth. Preparing tomorrow’s leaders isn’t just
“Every business owner has an exit strategy—even if they haven’t planned one.” For many private and family-owned businesses, daily operations
What if the biggest threat to revenue isn’t the customer who walks away? What if it’s the customer who stays?
New research from Elevate puts the Gen X woman at the center of the furniture story. Surveying 1,210 Gen X shoppers at every stage of
Men and women often bring different priorities to their jobs, and the companies that understand those differences build stronger teams, deeper loyalty, and better business
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Merchandising Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in merchandising. Share ideas for
