Toshiba Partners With Affiliated Distributors : Toshiba International Corp. (TIC) has entered into a strategic alliance with Affiliated Distributors (AD), a 32-year-old company comprised of independent distributors and manufacturers of construction…
SWITCH Lighting Partners With Canon Marketing Japan
SWITCH Lighting, makers of a family of liquid-cooled LED light bulbs, has entered into a partnership agreement with Canon Marketing Japan that enables Canon to be the lead import, distribution,…
Sea Gull Lighting Promotes Tom Nash, Hires Stephanie Wilcox
Sea Gull Lighting has promoted industry veteran Tom Nash to its newly created role of Director/Ambiance® Lighting Systems and has hired building materials industry expert Stephanie D. Wilcox as its…
ELK Lighting Hires Brad Cook As National Sales Manager
ELK Lighting Hires Brad Cook As National Sales Manager: ELK Group International has named Brad Cook to the newly created position of National Sales Manager, reporting to John Haste, VP/Sales &…
Seasonal Display: How to Create a Made in America Section
Seasonal Display There is a lot of patriotism among consumers lately. Merchandising master Denis Caldora explains why forming a special area in your showroom is important. Many Americans are concerned about…
Michael Mendoza: TREND WATCH
ON THE FASHION RADAR: SPRING 2014 By Michael Mendoza Design inspiration comes from everywhere. Therefore, designers must be sensitive to environment, forms, textures, finishes, and materials that give…
Hivo Van Teal: Living the American Dream
After fleeing Havana as a young man, Hivo Van Teal was able to unleash his artistic sensibilities and launch an award-winning lighting and accessories company. As a young…
Growing Up Van Teal
Hivo’s children share their memories and best advice they’ve received while working in the family business. “My father always told me that with my personal characteristics, I could –…
Jo Ann Alston: From Formal to Fabulous
The clients wanted to change their seldom-used dining room into a flexible, relaxing space yet still operate as a dining area on special occasions. Interior designer Jo Ann Alston of…
High Point Highlights
High Point Highlights The spring edition of this North Carolina market will showcase an eclectic mix of new products. ADESSO HOME: The Pivot floor lamp pairs adjustable natural poly/cotton shades with…
