While economic pressure has forced the U.S. Federal Reserve into slowing its four-year quarterly interest uptick, similar pressures also are causing a re-evaluation of increasing rates by leading global economies.

We all have heard some variation of the sentence, “I hear what you’re saying about how much you did for me yesterday, but what have you done for me today.” It’s been around for years. We think the future will be more like, “What have you done for me on this item on this order.” 

The tool provides social media articles and posts for showrooms to use within their digital marketing programs.

The recipient of this year's award is Alice's daughter Ashley Martin. She was honored for advancing women’s rights and opportunities within the workplace.

In addition to a new brochure detailing its transparency and carbon neutral initiatives, Sloan has developed tools such as a sustainability calculator, sustainable product chart, and green product finder.

“Coming off record-breaking back to back years we are pleased with the growth we achieved in Q1," said Bill Weisberg, AD chairman and CEO.

In comparison to the AIM/R Annual Conference, the program was a condensed one-and-a-half-day, content-filled, and rep-only event.