Key Takeaways from HFA’s Washington, D.C. Fly-In Last week, leaders from the Home Furnishings Association (HFA) met in Washington, D.C., for a strategic fly-in event designed to elevate the voice of furniture retailers on Capitol Hill. In a series of high-impact meetings with lawmakers, policymakers, and trade officials, HFA members
2024 HFA DC Fly-In Recap In the heart of the nation’s capital, Washington DC, the HFA Government Relations Action Team embarked on a mission to champion the interests of the furniture industry. Through pivotal meetings with key legislators and policymakers, the team delved into pressing issues ranging from safety standards
On the surface, HFA DC Fly-In, our in-person advocacy visit scheduled in late May, would be simply going through the motions. Our primary issue of the last year, the tip-over controversy, is over, except for compliance. Then we unknowingly timed our visit to coincide with the debt ceiling crisis, which
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MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Family Business Dynamics Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family
