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GARDNER WHITE EXPANDS LEADERSHIP BENCH AS RACHEL STEWART TRANSITIONS TO CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER ROLE

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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DETROIT, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gardner White, Michigan's #1 furniture and mattress retailer, today announced Rachel Stewart as Chief Executive Officer of Gardner White, effective April 1, 2024. As the fourth-generation leader of the 112-year-old, family-owned and operated company, Stewart has been at the helm as president since 2017 and succeeds parents Barbara and Steven Tronstein, who have served as co-CEOs of Gardner White, as they take on new roles as Executive Chair and Chair respectively.

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  • DETROIT, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gardner White, Michigan's #1 furniture and mattress retailer, today announced Rachel Stewart as Chief Executive Officer of Gardner White, effective April 1, 2024.
  • Under her leadership, Gardner White has been named Best Places to Work by lead industry publication Furniture Today for three consecutive years.
  • As Stewart transitions to CEO, Gardner White proudly welcomes recognized industry veteran Brad Bailey to the team as President of Gardner White.
  • His experience and expertise will be key in our continued growth and delivering our customers an unparalleled Gardner White experience."

GigaCloud Technology Inc Recognized as Winner in Furniture Today’s 2023 Reader Rankings

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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EL MONTE, Calif., Dec. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GigaCloud Technology Inc (Nasdaq: GCT) (“GigaCloud” or the “Company”), a pioneer of global end-to-end B2B ecommerce solutions for large parcel merchandise, today announced that it has been awarded in Furniture Today’s 2023 Reader Rankings as a winner in the “Best Logistics Technology Company” and “Best Ecommerce Technology” categories, as well as being a top three finalist in the “Industry’s Leading Innovator” category.

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  • EL MONTE, Calif., Dec. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GigaCloud Technology Inc (Nasdaq: GCT) (“GigaCloud” or the “Company”), a pioneer of global end-to-end B2B ecommerce solutions for large parcel merchandise, today announced that it has been awarded in Furniture Today’s 2023 Reader Rankings as a winner in the “Best Logistics Technology Company” and “Best Ecommerce Technology” categories, as well as being a top three finalist in the “Industry’s Leading Innovator” category.
  • Furniture Today’s Reader Rankings program annually invites its readers and industry peers to select organizations for excellence and innovation in the industry in numerous categories, including furniture, finance, logistics, suppliers, technology and more.
  • “GigaCloud is honored to be recognized by Furniture Today and its readers as the industry’s leading and most innovative logistics and ecommerce technology solutions,” said Iman Schrock, President of GigaCloud.
  • With its positioning as the “Number One In The Furniture Industry, and Growing In Popularity Daily”, Furniture Today keeps the furniture industry in tune with its business and the world around.

Bob’s Discount Furniture Wins Furniture Today’s “Furniture Industry Leadership” Award

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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Each year Furniture Today recognizes two retailers at the event -- one Top 100 and one smaller independent -- with a Furniture Industry Leadership Award. The selection is based on a number of criteria including growth, impact within the relevant segment and how that retailer is performing relative to their peer set.

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  • Bob’s Discount Furniture , one of the fastest growing omnichannel furniture retailers in the country, recently received Furniture Today’s prestigious “Furniture Industry Leadership” award for the company’s value proposition, performance, and commitment to investing in the community.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231208777898/en/
    President and CEO of Bob’s Discount Furniture Bill Barton accepts the award from Furniture Today’s editor-in-chief Bill McLoughlin (Photo: Business Wire)
    The award was handed out at a gala dinner during the Furniture Today 2023 Leadership Conference held at the Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort in Aventura, Florida, November 28-30, 2023.
  • Each year Furniture Today recognizes two retailers at the event -- one Top 100 and one smaller independent -- with a Furniture Industry Leadership Award.
  • “In a year that saw many furniture retailers facing revenue declines, Bob’s Discount Furniture grew its sales 5.5% to $2.125 billion in 2022 according to Furniture Today’s estimates, moving up two spots to No.

GigaCloud President Iman Schrock Named to Home Furnishings Business and Furniture Today’s 2023 40 Under 40 Lists

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Monday, August 7, 2023
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WALNUT, Calif., Aug. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GigaCloud Technology Inc (Nasdaq: GCT) (“GigaCloud” or the “Company”), a pioneer of global end-to-end B2B ecommerce solutions for large parcel merchandise, today announced that President Iman Schrock has been named to both Home Furnishings Business and Furniture Today’s 40 Under 40 lists.

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  • WALNUT, Calif., Aug. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GigaCloud Technology Inc (Nasdaq: GCT) (“GigaCloud” or the “Company”), a pioneer of global end-to-end B2B ecommerce solutions for large parcel merchandise, today announced that President Iman Schrock has been named to both Home Furnishings Business and Furniture Today’s 40 Under 40 lists.
  • This recognition underscores his ongoing commitment and achievement in advancing the Company’s industry-leading B2B marketplace, GigaCloud Marketplace, and empowering efficiency in today’s ecommerce environment for furniture and large parcel merchandise.
  • Additionally, Schrock has been honored by Furniture Today for its 40 Under 40 list .
  • As an accomplished veteran of the ecommerce and furniture spaces, Schrock is being recognized for his deep industry expertise – that he leverages to power business growth, innovation, and customer success at GigaCloud.

La-Z-Boy Southeast Recognized as No. 88 in Furniture Today's 40th Annual "Top 100 U.S. Furniture Stores 2023"

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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88 in Furniture Today's 40th annual "Top 100 U.S. Furniture Stores" exclusive list with annual sales of $70.7M, up $18.2M from 2021—more than a 23% increase year-over-year.

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  • 88 in Furniture Today's 40th annual "Top 100 U.S. Furniture Stores" exclusive list with annual sales of $70.7M, up $18.2M from 2021—more than a 23% increase year-over-year.
  • Furniture Today, known as the premier publication for the retail and manufacturing home furnishings landscape, compiles its 2023 list ranking furniture stores by 2022 sales of furniture, bedding and decorative accessories, including fabric and furniture protection, warranties and delivery.
  • "As a family owned and operated company, we are deeply committed to providing the best furniture buying experience in our markets.
  • With eight stores throughout the region (located in Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina), La-Z-Boy Southeast offers customers an exceptional buying experience.

Lovesac Merges Street Style and Total Comfort with Exclusive Anti Social Social Club Collaboration

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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STAMFORD, Conn., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lovesac, the omni-channel home brand best known for its Sactionals, The World's Most Adaptable Couch, Sacs, The World's Most Comfortable Seat, and innovative StealthTech Sound + Charge System, has partnered with Los Angeles-based streetwear brand Anti Social Social Club to bring an exclusive holiday collaboration to U.S. consumers. Available on December 3rd, the Lovesac x Anti Social Social Club bundle features a custom hoodie, a t-shirt, a matching Lovesac Sac Cover, and Sac Insert for those looking to upgrade their style both on the street and at home this holiday season.

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  • Available on December 3rd, the Lovesac x Anti Social Social Club bundle features a custom hoodie, a t-shirt, a matching Lovesac Sac Cover, and Sac Insert for those looking to upgrade their style both on the street and at home this holiday season.
  • We celebrate the artistry and aesthetic embodied by high fashion and street style," said Shawn Nelson, Lovesac Founder and CEO.
  • "Similar to Lovesac, the Anti Social Social Club prioritizes the customer by pairing high quality products with bold design.
  • The Lovesac x Anti Social Social Club Sac Covers are made from a soft yet durable velvet that is machine washable.

The Lovesac Company Announces Third Quarter Conference Call Date

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Lovesac Company (Nasdaq: LOVE) today announced that its financial results for the third quarter will be released before market open on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Lovesac Company (Nasdaq: LOVE) today announced that its financial results for the third quarter will be released before market open on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.
  • The Company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the financial results.
  • In 2022, Lovesac was recognized by Furniture Today within the 'fastest growing' category, and as an honoree for Serendipity's Design Market.
  • LOVESAC, SACTIONALS, SAC and DESIGNED FOR LIFE are trademarks of The Lovesac Company and are Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Lovesac StealthTech and Disney Champion At-Home Streaming Experiences for Disney's Disenchanted This Holiday Season

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lovesac, the omni-channel home brand best known for its Sactionals, The World's Most Adaptable Couch, Sacs, The World's Most Comfortable Seat, and innovative StealthTech Sound + Charge System, celebrates the continuation of its collaboration with Disney on the launch of Disenchanted, the sequel to the smash-hit film, Enchanted. Streaming exclusively on Disney+ starting November 18 (Disney+ subscription required, must be 18+ to subscribe), the merging of these two brands extends beyond one viewing experience - offering consumers a wicked good seat to their favorite titles through innovative StealthTech audio technology during the holidays and all year long.

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  • In addition to bringing Lovesac StealthTech to the Disenchanted red carpet this month, opportunities for consumers to experience unique Disney+ streaming and StealthTech product demos will continue in Lovesac showrooms and Best Buy shop-in-shop locations across the U.S. this holiday season.
  • The launch of Disenchanted gives us yet another opportunity to showcase the impact of the StealthTech Sound + Charge System, bringing memorable musical experiences to consumers.
  • Our products are perfect for inspiring at-home movie nights with family and friends, especially during the holiday season," said Lovesac Founder and CEO, Shawn Nelson.
  • The flagship direct-to-consumer streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, Disney+ is part of the Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution segment.

Lovesac and Xbox Curate the Ultimate Gaming Experience to Level Up Holiday Gifting

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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STAMFORD, Conn., Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lovesac, the omni-channel home brand best known for its Sactionals, The World's Most Adaptable Couch, Sacs, The World's Most Comfortable Seat, and innovative StealthTech Sound + Charge System, has teamed up with Xbox to bring customers the ultimate gaming setup this holiday season. These two brands came together with a shared vision to create an exclusive product bundle that puts innovation and comfort at the forefront.

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  • The Lovesac Xbox bundle will include a limited edition SuperSac Cover, SuperSac Insert, Xbox Series S Console, and a 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, offering endless hours of gaming and a lifetime of cloud-like comfort.
  • "Our partnership with Xbox focuses on the importance of both comfort and function by offering fans an opportunity to get their hands on the ultimate gaming experience during the high-demand holiday period," said Lovesac Founder and CEO, Shawn Nelson.
  • The limited edition Lovesac Xbox retail bundle will be available on November 20th at the cost of $1,350 and will be sold as long as supplies last.
  • Customers can purchase the bundle on BestBuy.com or test out the products live at select Best Buy | Lovesac shop-in-shop locations.

Lovesac and Disney+ Give Customers a Front Row Seat to Salem for Hocus Pocus 2

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022
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STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lovesac, the omni-channel home brand best known for its Sactionals, The World's Most Adaptable Couch, comfortable Sacs, and innovative StealthTech Sound + Charge System, celebrates the highly anticipated release of Hocus Pocus 2 with a robust campaign aimed at helping consumers more comfortably stream from home. The Halloween classic will stream exclusively on Disney+ starting September 30th (Disney+ subscription required, must be 18+ to subscribe) and a long-term Lovesac collaboration will help consumers grab a front-row seat to their favorite Disney+ debuts all year long.

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  • For all sweepstakes information and to explore your chance at winning a Front Row Seat to Salem with Lovesac, consumers can visit www.watchwithyourwitches.com .
  • "Collaborating with Disney's Hocus Pocus 2 has allowed our core differentiator to shine through - we elevate and integrate living room streaming experiences," said Lovesac Founder and CEO, Shawn Nelson.
  • Paired with immersive 5.1 surround sound, Lovesac customers will surely experience the excitement of the return to Salem.
  • "The Lovesac and Hocus Pocus 2 integration brings high definition movie theater experiences into the comfort of our customer's homes," said Lovesac President & Chief Operating Officer, Mary Fox.