Job Title: Sr. Global Business Manager Company: Leggett & Platt Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan Description: As a Senior Global Business Manager, you will have the opportunity to own and lead the global business relationship with one of the company’s most significant strategic accounts. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by driving…
Job Title: Director of Sales Company: Matter Brothers Furniture and Design Location: Florida Description: Matter Brothers Furniture and Design is seeking a passionate and driven Director of Sales to lead its sales team. The ideal candidate will embody its core values of servant leadership and a customer-focused approach. This role requires a hands-on training methodology,…
Job Title: Ecommerce Web & Optimization Specialist Company: Bedgear Location: Farmingdale, New York Description: The Ecommerce Web & Optimization Specialist is a hands-on execution role responsible for the day-to-day performance, accuracy, and optimization of Bedgear’s Shopify ecommerce experience. Working closely with the Ecommerce Manager and Consumer Marketing team, this role owns site hygiene, product uploads,…
Bedding exhibitors promoted wellness, focused on new product introductions and introduced innovative technologies at the recent Las Vegas Market. Nearly every manufacturer centered their message on helping retailers carry something unique and different while also offering sizable margins. Leggett & Platt debuted its new Dwell line in an updated showroom this market. The retail-focused line…
Mattress marketgoers had plenty of chances to socialize at the recent Las Vegas Market. Therapedic Worldwide hosted annual meeting participants at Swingers at Mandalay Bay, where Therapedic team members and industry guests played nine holes of mini-golf. Englander welcomed guests to a Breakfast in Bed in its showroom, replete with a carving station and an…
Despite being in what marketing communications firm ERM Shelton has termed a “green communications recession,” sustainability was still visible at the Las Vegas Market. In my recent column about three bedding trends to watch for 2026, I mentioned that sustainability would remain important in the industry. Although there has been a noticeable pullback from companies…
Industry analysts gave the recent Las Vegas Market good reviews and see encouraging business prospects in the coming months. Peter Keith, senior research analyst for Piper Sandler, who attended the market and visited a number of mattress and home furnishings showrooms, was impressed with what he heard. “We walked away more bullish on the mattress…
Everyone knows about REM sleep, but what about light sleep? UncleMuenkel takes a closer look at the transition from wakefulness to sleep and breaks down the benefits of light sleep.
The January Las Vegas Market, where the bedding industry traditionally makes its major product launches, officially kicked off Sunday with high hopes for improved business conditions in 2026. Overall, several bedding exhibitors said they were pleased with market turnout, but some expressed concerns that winter storm cancellations were cutting into retail turnout. And, notably, a…
King Koil is introducing Flowt, an innovative gel mattress collection, at the Las Vegas Market. Engineered with a progressive spiral gel grid design for adaptive, elevated sleep performance, the new collection reinforces King Koil’s ongoing commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and restorative sleep. Unlike the typical square-grid gel configurations on the market today that some consumers…
Serta Simmons Bedding announces major new product launches for its Serta and Beautyrest brands, building on strong 2025 business momentum to drive continued success in the new year. In addition to adding a new split-head to the popular iSeries line, Serta is introducing the all-new Serta Perfect Sleeper, offering a new Q4 Support System, as…
Job Title: Territory Manager – Hartford, CT Company: Serta Simmons Bedding Location: Greater Hartford Description: Serta Simmons Bedding is looking for a dynamic, relationship-driven Territory Manager to lead sales growth and strengthen its brand presence across the Connecticut, New York and Long Island market. It’s looking for someone who will partner closely with key retailers,…
Job Title: Head of Affiliate Marketing Company: Puffy Location: Nashville, Tennessee Description: You’ll build and scale the affiliate partnerships that fuel millions in revenue. You’re not optimizing someone else’s strategy—you’re architecting the entire program from partner recruitment to performance optimization. You’ll negotiate with industry-leading affiliates, identify white-space opportunities, and create the testing frameworks that separate…
Job Title: Vice President of Retail Performance Company: Broad River Retail Location: Fort Mill, South Carolina Description: The Vice President of Retail Performance will be responsible for driving sales growth and operational excellence across our network of up to 50 retail locations, achieving revenue targets within a range of $300 million to $500 million. This…
Norway and Norwegian products are suddenly in the world spotlight, and that presents an opportunity for Norway’s Jensen Beds. The company, based in the small Norwegian town of Svelik, is entering the U.S. market this year and is showing two of its beds, including a new Super King that measures 7 feet by seven feet, in…
Class is now in session as UncleMuenkel breaks down the bio-benefits of REM sleep. Although it’s a seemingly complicated subject, he explains how everything works in a straightforward way that most anyone can understand.
At the winter Las Vegas Market, the newly formed Therapedic Worldwide (formerly Therapedic International) introduced three new lines and a refreshed assortment of its popular Tommy Bahama line of mattresses. Each of the introductions targets different price points, and together, they are designed to further strengthen the marketplace position of the Princeton, New Jersey-based company.…
After two years of working behind the scenes, Customatic Sleep Technologies has made significant updates to its digital capabilities, POS displays and marketing assets. Dreamsensesleep.com is the company’s new DTC website, which officially launched on Friday. Bill Bush, chief commercial officer for Customatic, says the site will help drive traffic to retailers’ stores and create…
The new Therapedic debuted in Las Vegas with a new owner, a new energy throughout the organization, and a renewed commitment to growth. “It’s game on for 2026,” said Gerry Borreggine, CEO and president of Therapedic Worldwide, the rebranded Therapedic group. “This is very exciting for us,” said Chad Antinori, whose father, Steve, recently acquired…
As part of Spring Air International’s 100th anniversary celebration that kicks off at the winter Las Vegas Market, the bedding manufacturer is introducing the three-mattress Centennial Collection adorned with images of fireworks, champagne splashes and the commemorative logo. Offered in a firm, medium and plush Euro top, the collection is built on an iconic Back…
The Specialty Sleep Association showroom in C1565 in Las Vegas is a crossroads of innovation, relationships and real-world retail solutions. Buyers and industry professionals will find everything from mattresses, adjustable bases, frames and top-of-bed accessories to massage chairs and cutting-edge sleep and marketing technologies, all curated in one high-impact space designed for discovery and deal-making. “This…
Helix Sleep has announced its newest partnership with Mattress Warehouse, one of the nation’s top mattress retailers. Helix mattresses are now available in select Mattress Warehouse locations nationwide. The lineup features some of Helix’s most popular models, including Midnight Luxe, Twilight Luxe, Midnight Elite, Twilight Elite and the retail-exclusive Helix Premier. Product selection will vary…
Englander is building on the initial success of its Dreamer Luxe Collection latex models at the winter Las Vegas Market. The collection was initially unveiled at the summer Las Vegas Market and has been performing well since its debut, according to the company. “There has been a tremendous response to our Dreamer Luxe Collection of…
Malouf has completed a full brand refresh for sister brand Weekender, culminating in a new website launch, available at weekenderbedding.com. The entire new Weekender mattress line is also available for preview and preorder in Malouf Showroom B-1350 at the Las Vegas Market. “The Weekender brand refresh and new website reflect our commitment to making it easier…
Diamond Mattress is debuting a robust lineup of new and expanded collections at the Las Vegas Market, anchored by its newly remerchandised Technogel and Cloudtech collections, now available to retailers nationwide following record-breaking regional performance. The expanded Technogel program features a comprehensive assortment of all-foam and hybrid models engineered for advanced cooling, pressure relief and adaptive support,…
Jensen Beds is expanding its North American collection with two new Super King models displayed in SSA Showroom C-1565 at the Las Vegas Market. The Signature J6 Super King 7’ x 7’ bed with Signature Headboard and the Signature J5 King Adjustable Bed with Cloud Headboard are also available as adjustable beds, with a working…
Malouf and Sinomax USA have formed a strategic capital enterprise that combines premium branding and American manufacturing. Eric Rhea joined the organization as head of business development to add industry expertise, deep production knowledge and strong insights into the U.S. market. Rhea’s advanced knowledge of componentry and coil production will help the organization develop new capabilities, making them…
Purecare is releasing several new cooling pillows featuring the long-lasting cooling benefits of Alexicool. The launch at the Las Vegas Market expands upon the success of Purecare’s Shattered Ice cooling pillow collection, designed to deliver Alexicool premium cooling benefits at key price points for value-driven shoppers. Alexicool enhancements are also being introduced in Purecare’s bestselling…
Kingsdown Inc. is unveiling Natural Fusion, a major new line using a blend of what it calls the best natural and synthetic components available. Eight models are included in the launch (Building C-1401 in Vegas) with suggested retails starting at $1,299. Four entry-level models feature classic coil construction, while four upper-end models feature the company’s…
Leggett & Platt today announced that its board of directors has entered into a customary nondisclosure agreement and six-month standstill with Somnigroup to facilitate customary due diligence and to determine if a transaction can be reached that delivers appropriate value and certainty to Leggett & Platt and its shareholders. Discussions between Leggett & Platt and Somnigroup…
Paramount Sleep will officially launch its newly redesigned Nature’s Spa Collection at the upcoming Las Vegas Market, following positive feedback from retailers who previewed the line during the fall High Point Market. Company officials said buyers appreciate the differentiated, natural luxury story that can stand out on the floor and deliver an attractive margin opportunity.…
Therapedic Worldwide will make a bold statement at the winter Las Vegas Market with a comprehensive slate of new mattress collections, marking the first major product rollout under the fresh rebrand and underscoring its readiness to compete at every level of the bedding marketplace. The robust lineup spans value-driven traffic builders to ultra-premium luxury, reinforcing Therapedic’s…
HealthGuard is giving retailers a new way to spark shopper interest and build the bedding ticket with the launch of its NuGlow collagen pillows, an elevated beauty-sleep solution aligned with rising consumer demand for products that can blend cosmetic and wellness benefits with sleep comfort. NuGlow presents a compelling new selling story for retail sales associates,…
While most adjustable base manufacturers focus solely on features consumers see, Symphony Sleep has thoughtfully engineered a solution to a long-standing retail pain point most suppliers overlook: what happens when an adjustable base is cosmetically damaged. Integrated into Symphony Sleep’s adjustable base lineup is a patent-pending, replaceable fabric cover system designed to give retailers recourse when bases…
Mlily is coming to Las Vegas Market this week spotlighting its “ultimate dream team” sleep system in an all-new way for the domestic bedding producer. The strategy is designed to help retailers capture higher ticket averages, strengthen margins and convert every customer visit — an increasingly critical priority amid the economic pressures on consumers today and post-holiday…
Job Title: Co-Director – Manufacturing Company: Sherwood Bedding Group Location: Lewisville, Texas Description: Sherwood Bedding Group is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Co-Director to oversee and manage all production processes at itsTolleson, AZ manufacturing facility. This leadership role is critical in ensuring products are manufactured on schedule, meet the highest quality standards, and align…
Job Title: Sales Manager, Bedding Division Company: FXI Description: FXI is looking for a Sales Manager to join its sales team. This individual will retain and service existing or assigned accounts through effective customer relationship management. He/she will also actively seek out new sales opportunities with new and existing customers, as well as maintain communication with…
Job Title: Buyer Company: Serta Simmons Bedding Location: Puyallup, Washington Description: This person’s main responsibility is performing daily buying of raw materials based on the production schedule released. They will work with Plant management to identify discrepancies during cycle counts and fixes the issues to increase overall cycle count accuracy. In addition to providing back…
The January Las Vegas Market is one of the best places to see new bedding products. This year, exhibitors are going big, bringing new products and solutions that offer retailers multiple advantages, from helping drive store traffic to offering exclusive brick-and-mortar lines. Here is a sampling of products you can see this week. Delandis’ new…
Industry veteran Mike Juoni has taken on a new role as vice president of sales for specialty bedding at FXI, and he tells Bedding News Now that he’s looking forward to the opportunity to scale the business in a way he did with companies like Serta Simmons Bedding and Corsicana. “I’m excited about the resources…
As an editor, one of my favorite things about trade shows is their intangible aspect. That is, reading between the lines of the product launches and collection expansions, to deduce what’s trending, why and what it means for the year ahead. The January Las Vegas Market is always an important bellwether for the bedding industry,…
This will be a growth year for the mattress category. I join many senior bedding executives in making this prediction, and that is a pleasant prospect to bring us all encouragement as we head to the important Las Vegas Market later this week. But before you take this prediction to the bank, you might want…
UncleMuenkel is back, this time talking about how sleep changes with age and how our need for sleep changes throughout our lives. He walks through the stages of life and how our bodies use sleep in each stage.
Spinks, a global supplier of mattress component design, has announced the launch of a new range of innovative pocket cores, marking a significant step forward in environmentally conscious design. Following its recent award wins at Interzum in Cologne —including the Best of the Best Award—Spinks has introduced three exciting new innovations available to furniture manufacturers across the world: These new product innovations come shortly…
Sleep — something as old as humanity itself — and how consumers are prioritizing it, is becoming new, in a way. With the advent of artificial intelligence, sleep products are integrating more technology than ever before, leading to increasingly personalized experiences to help users achieve a great night’s sleep. Sleep has also increasingly been in…
Job Title: Sample Project Coordinator Company: Leggett & Platt Location: Carthage, Missouri Description: As a Sample Project Coordinator you will have the opportunity to provide support and direction for the Triad Process, while providing support to the Branch One Mission and Vision. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by coordinating new…
Job Title: Member Development Director, South Region Company: Nationwide Marketing Group Location: Greater Birmingham, Alabama Description: As the Member Development Director for the South Region, you’ll guide both the strategy and the people who bring that strategy to life. You’ll oversee regional business development, manage and mentor a team of sales professionals, and directly support…
Job Title: Production Supervisor Company: E.S. Kluft Location: Grand Prairie, Texas Description: The Production Supervisor is responsible for directing and coordinating activities in either the Mattress Production Department or Sewing Production Department. This role involves planning, organizing, and overseeing manufacturing processes to ensure the timely and efficient production of high-quality products. They will have direct…
A memorial mass for bedding veteran Ed Lilly will be held Jan. 31 in St. Charles, Illinois. Lilly, who held senior positions with Sealy and Serta before founding Lilly Management Group, died Dec. 12 in St. Charles, where he lived for 32 years. He was 81. The mass will begin at 10:30 a.m. at St.…
Many in the mattress industry had success in 2025, but overall, it did not turn out to be a growth year. That could be different for 2026. Talking to leaders in the industry, Bedding News Now has found that many are optimistic about the first quarter of 2026 and the potential the year holds. “While…
Bedding exhibitors promoted wellness, focused on new product introductions and introduced innovative technologies at the recent Las Vegas Market. Nearly every manufacturer centered their message on helping retailers carry something unique and different while also offering sizable margins. Leggett & Platt debuted its new Dwell line in an updated showroom this market. The retail-focused line…
