Current State of the Industry Discussion

Wednesday, June 03, 2026
Education Theater
This panel session will discuss challenges, solutions and ideas that are currently affecting the furniture manufacturing industry. Topics will include: economic uncertainty, global trade rules, high material costs, labor shortages, and supply chain disruptions.
Moderator
Tom Russell
Tom Russell, Editor in Chief, Home News Now
Speaker(s)
Luke Barger
Luke Barger, Plant Manager, Hickory White Casegoods
Mike Kreidler
Mike Kreidler, Vice President, Bassett Upholstery at Bassett Furniture Industries