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Business of Furniture - February 7, 2026
- New In Classifieds - Regional Sales Director for Northeast & Western U.S. – Groupe Lacasse | As Regional Sales Director, you will drive revenue growth, shape market strategy, and forge strong partnerships throughout the Northeast and Western U.S. office furniture markets. Working closely with rep agencies, dealers, and the A&D community, you will expand specifications, strengthen market presence, and deliver sustainable, measurable results. Read more on page 90.
- Anything, Anywhere—With Intention: Part Two of Our Coverage of the 2026 BIFMA 360° Conference - Drawing on decades of work in customer experience and marketing, Jay Baer cited estimates suggesting that AI and automation could return approximately 25 percent of organizational capacity in the next few years by reducing time spent on routine tasks. by Stefanie Schwalb
- ASK STEPHEN - "Why Furniture Dealer Owners All Seem Cut from the Same Cloth" - Stephen Viscusi - If every dealer owner you meet feels the same, the problem may not be them, it may be the role you occupy in their world.
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Hightower Expands the Arlo Collection with New Configurations Designed for Comfort, Focus, and Belonging - Combining the comfort of home with the durability of contract design, Arlo offers versatile solutions for any space.
- Good Ergonomics Is Good Economics: Why Investing in People Pays Dividends - Imagine an employee earning $100,000 per year. Losing just ten minutes of productive work each day—perhaps due to exhaustion or a loss of focus associated with discomfort, equates to about $2,000 of lost value annually.
- On the Road to Milan for Salone... - BOF's Stephen Viscusi with Maria Porro, President of Salone del Mobile Milano at the 101st anniversary party of PORRO S.p.A. in New York City, Thursday February 5th.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - 3form Releases the 2026 Color Collection / DEDON's MDEAR Blends Bold Textures + Fluid Forms / Luum Textiles Weaves New York Clouds Into Large-Scale Upholstery / Wilsonart Solid Surface: A Versatile Design Tool for Today's Seamless, Wellness-Driven Interiors / Avanto Launches Strata, an Action System Built for the Commercial Furniture Industry / 2026 Office Furniture Recyclers Conference March 15-18, 2026 / Herman Miller Expands Pawson Drift Collection
- Pallas Textiles Unveils The Collective - A new destination for design collaboration, introducing Color Capsule 2.0 and new Essentials—Chambray and Matka—crafted for timeless versatility.
- Shaw Contract Expands Porcelain Portfolio with New Bask & Dusk Collection - "Bask & Dusk invite contrast and connection—it's about balance, reflection and the beauty of opposites existing in the same space."
- UPFRONT: 9to5 Seating Launches Signature 5.0 Fabric Card - Designed for real-world use, 9to5 Seating Signature 5.0 fabrics offer high-performance durability suitable for high-traffic environments, along with easy-cleaning and maintenance.
- CIFF Guangzhou 2026: An Integrated Platform for Green, Intelligent and Collaborative Workspaces - The office environment is transforming through hybrid work, increased focus on health and well-being, accelerating net-zero strategies and the growing role of office space as an expression of corporate culture.
- Designtex Adds to Its Biobased Coated Offerings With Terrene + Mote - Terrene and Mote deliver all the high-performance attributes of coated upholstery while taking the next step in sustainability.
- To Your Health! by Wolf-Gordon: Durable and Long-Lasting Upholstery and Wall Protection for Healthcare Environments - Pairing a soothing pastel color palette and biophilic-inspired patterns with materials developed to perform in heavy abuse interiors, the collection offers solutions and a sense of tranquility for healing environments.
- PLACES - BRD Offices – Bucharest | The design language is defined by fluid and dynamic forms that generate a vibrant and expressive spatial character.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - Omni Workspace welcomes Chris Erdeljac as Regional Vice President for the Southwest region of Atmosphere Commercial Interiors / The CDW Awards Returns in Collaboration with Design Milk / BIMFA Accredited CEU - Attributes of Contract Furniture (CEU) / JSI Product Training: Anthology & Americana / Material Bank Appoints Robert Thiemann as EVP, Content Strategy / DIFFA Raises Over $100k in Spirited Après Ski Fundraiser
- New In Classifieds - The Viscusi Group is searching for a Regional Sales Manager, NorCal + PNW | Leading commercial furniture manufacturer seeks a Regional Sales Manager to lead its NorCal + PNW region. This role oversees and coaches a team of Territory Managers while owning regional strategy, performance, and execution. With real impact and visibility, this hands-on leadership role drives accountability, strengthens dealer and key account relationships, and requires strong commercial instincts and credibility in the market. Read more on page 91.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
Business of Furniture - January 31, 2026
- Connection Is the Competitive Advantage - Inside the 2026 BIFMA 360° Conference and the "Anything, Anywhere" Mindset, Part One by Stef Schwalb
- PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Humanscale Elevates the Modern Workstation with M/Class Monitor Arms - M/Class: The Next Generation of Monitor Arms | Designed to eliminate the physical strain caused by static screens, M/Class monitor arms allow users to position displays precisely where they need them, encouraging natural posture and fluid movement throughout the workday.
- BIFMA SPOTLIGHT: BoF's Stefanie Schwalb and Industry Expert Stephen Viscusi of The Viscusi Group enjoyed the "warmer" weather this week in St. Petersburg, Florida at The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club. - BIFMA put on an amazing conference, which was attended by over 200 industry professionals.
- ASK STEPHEN - "Haven't Updated My LinkedIn in Ages... Not Looking for a Job, Why Should I?" - Stephen Viscusi - Another reason to have a great LinkedIn is because when you ask for a raise or when it's time for your annual review, if you have a diminished LinkedIn that's not up to date and doesn't truly reflect the geography you cover, the independent reps you're responsible for or the number of direct reports you have, your boss, or your boss's boss, is going to have a hard time understanding your value to the company.
- 9to5 Seating Introduces Cira, a Refined Lounge Collection for Modern Spaces - With Cira, 9to5 Seating continues its commitment to delivering versatile, design-forward seating solutions that balance comfort, performance, and style for contemporary interiors.
- ICFF 2026 Sets the Stage for a New Chapter in Contemporary Design - New initiatives spotlight global partnerships and cross-disciplinary dialogue under the 2026 theme, Common Ground.
- AROUND THE INDUSTRY - KI Recognizes the Passing of Design Leader Giancarlo Piretti / JUST 3.0 Transparency Label Awarded to Teknion / Ghent Products Achieves BIFMA LEVEL Recertification, Adds EZ Mobile Glassboard to Certified Product Portfolio / KI Wall Expands Glass Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisition of Custom Glass Products, LLC-Wisconsin / Visitor Registration Now Open for ORGATEC TOKYO 2026 / Kimball International Launches DesignSuite, a Refined, End-to-End Design Support Experience for Today's Design Process
- NeoCon Announces 2026 Keynote Speakers and Registration Opening - Where Design Connects: Visionaries Explore Purpose-Driven Innovation, Strategic Foresight, and Creative Resilience
- Preview: 64th Salone del Mobile.Milano - Global connections, new curatorial territories and an unprecedented openness to Contract: Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 sets the coordinates for the project's near future.
- UPFRONT: LD Seating Furnishes the New Boardroom of the State Printing Works of Securities in Prague - The boardroom forms part of a wider renovation designed by JKH Architects, which transforms the original interior with a contemporary approach to design, technologies and sustainability, while respecting the institution's nearly century-long history.
- New Workplace Launches from Room & Board for Business - Room & Board for Business expands its workplace collection with the Esme Office Chair, introduced this month, and the Ames Electric Adjustable Standing Desk.
- Kettal Opens its New Showroom in Dubai - A new chapter for the brand in the Middle East
- PLACES - Vaillant Offices – Katowice | Every decision was made with the goal of creating a workspace that meets the functional needs of the client while inspiring and invigorating its users.
- INDUSTRY PULSE & FIRST LOOKS - AMQ Welcomes Jordan Gormley as New Territory Manager for Eastern PA, NJ, and DE / AMQ Appoints Michelle Hundley as Territory Manager for Maryland, Virginia, and the Washington, D.C. Metro Area / AMQ Names Sara Harper as Regional Sales Manager, West / Turf Appoints Robert MacMeccan as General Manager / Carrier Johnson + Culture Names New Leadership Team: David Huchteman as CEO and Marin Gertler as Chief Design Officer / Tarkett Climate Leadership Recognized for the Second Time by a CDP a Score
- New In Classifieds - Senior Director of Sales | Lead. Build Relationships. Love What You Do. JSI is growing and we're looking for a senior sales leader to take ownership of an assigned network of rep groups and help shape what comes next. We're a design-driven contract furniture manufacturer growing through strong rep partnerships, customer focus, and a belief that your best work happens when you love what you do. Read more on page 102.
- So Much More Every Week - Industry Moments, Industry Portfolio, Industry Events, Industry Classifieds & Careers
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