Winner of the 2025 HFA Trailblazer of the Year The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is honored to recognize Todd Wanek, President & CEO of Ashley Furniture Industries, as the 2025 Trailblazer of the Year. This prestigious award celebrates individuals who have dedicated over two decades to the home furnishings industry,
Conversation with Todd Wanek, Ashley Furniture Industries- PART 2 In Part 1 of our conversation with Ashley Furniture Industries CEO Todd Wanek, we tackled big-picture topics like tariffs, supply chains, and U.S. manufacturing. In Part 2, Wanek speaks directly to home furnishings retailers, offering top strategies for retailers to stay
Few leaders are as pivotal or outspoken in a transformative era for home furnishings as Todd Wanek, President and CEO of Ashley Furniture Industries. As the 2025 Trailblazer Award recipient from the Home Furnishings Association (HFA), Wanek recently joined HFA to share his perspective on the furniture industry’s current state
As home furnishings retailers and manufacturers plan for the year ahead, there’s cautious optimism on the horizon. According to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) latest 2025 Retail Outlook forecast, retail sales in 2025 are expected to grow between 2.7% and 3.7% over 2024, totaling between $5.42 trillion and $5.48 trillion.
The ripples from the coronavirus pandemic will change consumer shopping habits for years — perhaps even permanently — as more Americans choose to travel less and stay home more. That will create a more localized economy for all small businesses, and retailers should act now to take advantage of the
The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) is closely monitoring the recent tariff updates affecting exports, which have had significant impacts across
Week of March 7, 2025 As home furnishings retailers, staying informed about legislative and trade developments is crucial for navigating
The sofa you curl up on, the table you share meals on, the mirror you give that one last look
Trade policy again took center stage this week as the Trump Administration announced a dramatic shift in its approach to
Retail furniture retailers work hard to offer their customers a diverse selection of stylish and affordable home furnishings. Many of
Managing Cash Flow Fluctuations in Turbulent Times Cash flow can make or break your business — especially in retail. From economic uncertainty and changing consumer
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