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The furniture resale market is a sleeping giant, says Kaiyo founder Alpay Koralturk

2022/04/20

Alpay Koralturk, the CEO of furniture resale platform Kaiyo, explains the opportunity and the challenges ahead for his startup

High Point highlights with Dennis Scully

2022/04/06

BOH podcaster and industry watcher Dennis Scully joins host Warren Shoulberg to look back on the hot topics of spring market

"A home-centric lifestyle is here to stay," says consumer analyst Joe Derochowski

2021/12/15

The vice president of market research firm The NPD Group breaks down hot topics in home retail.

Ethan Allen CEO Farooq Kathwari on his plans for the post-COVID era

2021/12/02

Ethan Allen's CEO discusses the company's plan for success as the world (and consumer demand) returns to normal, and why he's betting on smaller stores

'The only way we get through this is together,' says Norwalk's Caroline Hipple

2021/11/17

Norwalk's president weighs in on how to get through COVID disruptions, why her company is doing an ESOP, and what role interior designers play in the retail landscape.

'The home industry is in the dark when it comes to recruiting' says Elaine Hughes

2021/11/03

The veteran retail headhunter breaks down an increasingly complicated market for talent.

'The home furnishings industry is a fashion business' says City Furniture's Andrew Koenig

2021/10/20

The president of the Florida-based chain explains how he's rolled with the highs and lows of the COVID era.

Jerry Epperson: "The furniture business needs better self esteem"

2021/10/06

A pep talk from a 50-year veteran of the industry

Want to sell your business? Randy Eller has some advice

2021/09/22

We're in the middle of a mergers & acquisitions frenzy in the home industry. Consultant Randy Eller explains why, and offers helpful tips for those looking to get into the action.

Department stores are doomed, says professor Mark Cohen

2021/09/08

The long decline of the department store has passed the point of no return, says professor Mark Cohen. But, he argues, there's never been a better time for new players to enter the retail game.

Independent retail is dead? Not so fast, says Mary Liz Curtin of Leon & Lulu

2021/08/25

In an age dominated by big box players, online and off, Leon & Lulu is proof that independent retailers can survive and thrive. Owner Mary Liz Curtin shares her tips, tricks and hot takes.

How Shoppe Object became the industry's coolest home and gift show

2021/08/11

Jesse James, the co-founder of Shoppe Object, on what makes for a great trade show in the COVID era—and beyond.