Over the last 18 months, HFA has engaged with industry, congressional, consumer safety, parents, and regulatory stakeholders to advocate for a consensus-driven mandatory stability standard for clothing storage units (CSU). Clothing storage unit compliance efforts culminated in the passage of the STURDY Act (Stop Tip-overs of Unstable, Risky Dressers on
The first quarter of 2021 has been extremely active on many policy, economic, and industry fronts. In many ways, the HFA Government Relations Action Team (GRAT) had a front-row ‘virtual’ seat to the discussions on Capitol Hill and across the country as policymakers and local leaders continued efforts in the
Home and furniture retailers managing multiple locations or expanding their operations need tools that simplify and unify their workflows. Keeping
Decision-making is a daily responsibility when you are an owner or manager in a home furnishings business. However, not all
In the dynamic world of home furnishings retail, effective leadership isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s critical to success. Whether running a
As the political and economic landscape shifts in 2025, the newly enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) draws close
In retail today, delivery operations are not just a logistical necessity — they are a front-line component of customer satisfaction,
Smart Buying Strategies for Better Inventory Decisions Making the right inventory decisions can be the difference between record sales and costly overstocks. This session
Smarter Media Strategies for Furniture Retailers In today’s crowded advertising landscape, every dollar counts—and standing out has never been harder. Are your media channels truly
What are the Pillar Awards? Presented by the Home Furnishings Association, the Pillar Awards celebrate the home furnishings industry’s highest
Retail SEO is evolving fast. With AI-driven search and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) reshaping how consumers discover products, retailers must
