[High Point, 10/9/2023] – The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced today that Chief Executive Officer Mark Schumacher has decided to step down from his role, effective May 31, 2024. “Since 2020, I have been blessed to work with HFA’s board and staff, guiding us through the COVID pandemic and the
On my 30th wedding anniversary eight years ago, my wife gave me a bracelet engraved with one of my favorite motivation phrases: finish strong. I apply that to my life as a whole and my work. I bring this up because we all need to finish 2022 strong. It has
Let me say off the top that I like tech, and in many cases, the higher the tech, the better. There are so many amazing technologic breakthroughs changing the landscape of all industries; indeed, the home furnishings industry is one of them. With that said, I find it amazing that
I’ve noticed an interesting shift in meetings we’ve had with key staff in Cabinet departments like Commerce and Transportation or with members of Congress. Before I get to that shift, you need to know that we have increased the frequency of the meetings with influencers intentionally. We have got to
Elevate customer experience and boost sales with strategic remerchandising techniques Optimizing your sales floor to reflect post-market purchases in home
As the international trade landscape continues to evolve, furniture retailers must stay informed and proactive about regulatory changes that could
Today, customer expectations are higher than ever in eCommerce shopping. While online shoppers appreciate seamless website navigation, competitive pricing, and
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is excited to announce its 2025 Slate of Officers and the addition of six new
The world is consumer-driven and constantly changing. Enticing customers to your furniture store with traditional marketing methods (or even online)
eCommerce Inventory Strategies for Furniture Retailers As eCommerce advances continue in the furniture retail industry, managing inventory and fulfillment has become increasingly complex. From supply
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MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: eCommerce Connect with other HFA member retailers to share the eCommerce challenges and successes you are experiencing for your
Delve into cybercrime’s real and present dangers with Rob Petrosino from Peak Activity, who will share actionable strategies to fortify
