Who is the Eco-Conscious Consumer? The eco-conscious consumer shopping for mattresses and home furnishings began emerging in the 1980s and 1990s. This group became increasingly conscious of the potentially harmful chemicals used in these products and started seeking healthier, non-toxic alternatives. During this time, most mass merchants, chains, and big-box
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) will welcome retailers to its Retailer Resource Center (RRC) during the Las Vegas Market, offering
“Every business owner has an exit strategy—even if they haven’t planned one.” For many private and family-owned businesses, daily operations
I’ve spent years around retail furniture companies, and I’ve watched a quiet problem sink otherwise healthy businesses: aging inventory. Aging
In furniture retail, delivery damage isn’t just a logistical hiccup—it’s a broken promise. The customer’s excitement turns to disappointment, the
Opening a second, third, or tenth location is a milestone worth celebrating, and also a marketing challenge that catches many
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
Leveling the Playing Field: Tariff Enforcement and the Fight for Fair Competition Join Home Furnishings Association CEO Peter Theran for a discussion with Keith Koenig,
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Driving Traffic Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in using technology and
