Matt Pridemore’s Life-Changing “Call” Last week I found myself traveling to Valdosta, GA to present one of the Home Furnishings Association’s Retailer of the Year awards. Matt Pridemore is HFA’s 2023 Emerging Star Award recipient. He owns many Badcock Home Furniture and More franchise stores (his first was the store
For many independent furniture retailers, succession planning is more complex than expected. The next generation often chooses different careers; employees
Shopping for furniture is a universal experience, yet the way different generations approach this process varies significantly. From Gen Z
A 50-day study on furniture imports that could reshape the competitive landscape for U.S. retailers. While details remain limited, the
Defining Roles, Purpose, and a Path to Leadership Bringing a son, daughter, or younger family member into your retail furniture
Seeing clearly is one of the biggest aspirations for today’s retailers, and nowhere is this more critical than in logistics.
Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Today The long-term success of every retail business depends on one thing: its people. Preparing the next generation of leaders isn’t
Navigating Leadership in a Family Business Stepping into greater responsibility within a family business comes with unique opportunities—and its own set of challenges. From
The long-term success of every retail business depends on one thing: its people. Preparing the next generation of leaders isn’t
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: Family Business Dynamics Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family
