Gorman’s Bernie Moray inducted into American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Longtime HFA member Bernie Moray opened his first furniture store in 1965 so it’s safe to say he’s seen a lot in the years since. But at High Point market, Moray experienced a first: the 96-year-old retailer was inducted
HFA member Sklar Furnishings is getting the most out of turning 15 this month. The Boca Raton, Fla.-company Sklar Furnishings has spent 15 months in countdown to its anniversary by supporting its community helping out a new nonprofit group every month. From hosting in-showroom fundraisers and program kick-off receptions for
Maybe it’s not the salesperson. Maybe it’s the teacher. It’s been a while since I got to work both on a Saturday and a Sunday. Although I still consider myself a retailer at heart, I mostly work banker’s hours, albeit with a ton of extra homework. I offered sales trainings
The RoomPlace Races Toward Victory Lane with a Hot New Design The turbulence left in the wake of a lead Indy car on a race track has a name and it’s not pretty: dirty air. Standing in the parking lot of a long-shuttered Levitz warehouse store in Indianapolis, I can
Where failure is alien Growing up, Bill Glenn always wanted to be a pilot. Fifty-one years later he’s still selling furniture—and loving it. This is a story about Bill Glenn and his family-run furniture store in Roswell, N.M. At least it will be after we acknowledge the elephant in the
Brick-and-mortar stores aren’t going anywhere. At least, for now. Colleges and universities know this. That’s why they’re creating retail schools to train the next generation of merchants. Don’t have the time (or money) to go back to college? We’re bringing college to you! If you can still recall the days
Home furnishings retailers are facing a rapidly changing trade and customs environment, with several recent federal actions that could increase
Furniture is more than just an accessory; it is a fundamental aspect of interior design and functionality in residential and
Upcoming Section 301 tariff decisions could have meaningful consequences for home furnishings retailers, shaping costs, sourcing, and competitiveness in the
Successful retail businesses understand a powerful, enduring truth: people are the heart of long-term growth. Preparing tomorrow’s leaders isn’t just
In an industry defined by change, competition, and evolving consumer expectations, few retailers manage to honor their history while boldly
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
