I was disappointed to hear about some very bad behavior going on among manufacturers during the January Dallas Market. Specifically, I heard complaints that several companies – I wish there were only one culprit – sent…
Author: Linda Longo
Shades of Light: Retail Spotlight
Shades of Light has done what few lighting retailers have accomplished: established brand name recognition across the country as a retailer and manufacturer. Company founder Ashton Harrison worked for years…
Home Furnishings: Insider Fashion Trends
A look at the home furnishings industry’s 2013 introductions points to a generous use of bright colors, bold patterns, interesting textures, and natural materials. Statement Pieces Are in Demand The…
Economists: Housing Market Will Brighten
The housing upturn that took root last year is expected to pick up momentum in 2013, but headwinds along a number of fronts could impede the pace of the recovery,…
AFX Lighting Forms Partnership With Paulmann in North America
AFX Forms Partnership With Paulmann in North America The January International Lighting Market in Dallas marked the unveiling of a freshly inked partnership between German lighting manufacturer Paulmann Licht GmbH’s North American…
Flambeau Lighting Unveils Wall Art Category at Dallas Market
Flambeau Lighting Unveils Wall Art Category at Dallas Market In keeping with its signature New Orleans style, Flambeau Lighting has expanded into the wall art category with new collections of…
American Brass & Crystal Likes to be Boring
American Brass & Crystal Likes to be Boring… …when it comes to marketing and social media. However, if talking about quality and craftsmanship, that’s a different story. “We’re a boring…
American Brass & Crystal Likes to be Boring
American Brass & Crystal Likes to be Boring… …when it comes to marketing and social media. However, if talking about quality and craftsmanship, that’s a different story. “We’re a boring…
WAC Lighting Launches New Division: Modern Forms
WAC Lighting Launches New Division: Modern Forms Buyers attending the International Lighting Market in Dallas were pleasantly surprised to see a new division debut from track & recessed lighting company…
Feiss-Monte Carlo names Keith Eichenblatt Salesman of the Year
Despite a challenging retail market in Florida, Keith Eichenblatt of the sales agency Greenway Resource earned the top honor of Salesman of the Year 2012 at Feiss Lighting. Involving more…
