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The Last Word – Episode 1: Tom Erdman

January 11, 2023

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For our first episode, moderator Ray Allegrezza chats with Handy Living’s Tom Erdman about where the industry is headed in a post-pandemic universe. Tom brings years of experience, both with brick and click to the table.

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The Last Word – Episode 5: Lael Thompson

By grace.routh0811@gmail.com | August 12, 2023

In this captivating episode of “The Last Word” podcast, we dive deep into the dynamic world of the furniture industry with our special guest, Lael Thompson. Join us as we explore the remarkable journey of this young retail prodigy who is reshaping the industry landscape with his innovative strategies and fresh perspective. What to Expect:…

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The Last Word – Episode 4: Lori Friedlander

By grace.routh0811@gmail.com | July 12, 2023

In this exclusive interview, we had the honor of sitting down with the accomplished industry expert, Lori Friedlander, who has an impressive track record with renowned brands like Ethan Allen, Bassett, La-Z-boy, and more. Lori shares her invaluable insights and strategies on how to thrive and succeed even in a slow economy, advise for smaller…

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The Last Word – Episode 3: Heidi Jewell

By grace.routh0811@gmail.com | June 11, 2023

As part of Ray Allegrezza’s The Last Word series, this week he brings you a video interview with industry veteran Heidi Haleh Jewell. Jewell, who joined the industry a number of years ago, spent the majority of her career in retail where she managed as well as had buying responsibilities for a number of leading…

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The Last Word – Episode 2: Charlie Malouf

By grace.routh0811@gmail.com | February 11, 2023

Episode 2. Ray interviews Charlie Malouf, CEO of Broad River Retail, a Top 100 furniture retailer. Listen in to find out how Broad River grew its business during the toughest months of the pandemic, why Charlie calls his team ‘memory-makers,’ and why he has found success by making Broad River a purpose-driven company. Back to…

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