Having served the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) for more than 13 years, first as a board member, vice president, president and finally as its executive director, John Conrad is…
People in the News
David Blair Named Executive Director of the International Society of Furniture Designers
American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Names New CEO
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation has named Patrick Chapin as Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Chapin will lead the opening of the industry’s new home as a place to…
HPMA Announces Board of Directors Updates for 2023
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces updates to its board of directors, effective January 1, 2023.
Six incoming board members will serve a two-year term ending in December 2024,…
ISFD Names Innovation + Design Photo Winner
As part of the International Society of Furniture Designers (ISFD) INNOVATION + DESIGN 2022 exhibition local photographers were invited to imaginatively shoot the INNOVATION + DESIGN finalists’…
Artist Katie Merz Creates Sustainably Themed Mural
The distinct and authentic style of Brooklyn-based artist, Katie Merz, captured the attention of Valdese Weavers as they were trying to find a meaningful way to share their passion for sustainability…
Polywood Launches Martha Stewart Outdoor Furniture Collection
Home design icon Martha Stewart is joining forces with outdoor furniture manufacturer Polywood to launch a collection of relaxed heirloom-worthy designs made to last a lifetime. Polywood is the…
Spectra Home Ends Freight Surcharge
Upholstery manufacturer, Spectra Home, is happy to announce that they have eliminated the freight surcharge on their entire line, including new Market introductions, effective October 1, 2022. The…
Outward Adds Home Furnishings Veteran to Business Development Team
Outward, Inc., the independent Williams-Sonoma Inc. company, has hired home furnishings veteran, Dana Helms, as its new SMBR business development executive. Helms will be working with Outward’s team…
High Point Market Authority Reorganizes for Leadership Transition Following Fall Market
High Point Market Authority (HPMA) prepares for its previously announced leadership transition following Fall Market with a new reporting structure outlined by incoming President and Chief Executive…
Furniture of America Names New Corporate VP of Sales and Marketing
Furniture of America, a full line furniture resource based in City of Industry, CA, has announced that Jodi Brookshire has joined the company as their Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing…