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Starting the Year Strong – The Winter Market Lineup
ur team kicked off 2019 with a flurry of travel. January’s tradeshow gauntlet was in full force with back to back shows for three consecutive weeks. The Vegas market this week was the highlight.
Starting the Year Strong – The Winter Market Lineup
ur team kicked off 2019 with a flurry of travel. January’s tradeshow gauntlet was in full force with back to back shows for three consecutive weeks. The Vegas market this week was the highlight.
Articles & Publications
Struck by the power of the ports
by Stuart Stump Mullens
A visit to the United State's fastest-growing and third-largest-by-volume container terminal reveals the powerful investment the Port of Savannah has made to maintain the accurate pace for the U.S. economy's import and export needs.
Struck by the power of the ports
A visit to the United State's fastest-growing and third-largest-by-volume container terminal reveals the powerful investment the Port of Savannah has made to maintain the accurate pace for the U.S. economy's import and export needs.
Company News
Stuart Elizabeth Mullens Joins Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal
Stuart Elizabeth Mullens, granddaughter of two Furniture Hall of Fame nominees, Ralph Stump and Stuart Love, recently joined furniture industry mergers and acquisition leader Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal.
Stuart Elizabeth Mullens Joins Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal
Stuart Elizabeth Mullens, granddaughter of two Furniture Hall of Fame nominees, Ralph Stump and Stuart Love, recently joined furniture industry mergers and acquisition leader Stump & Company as Vice President and Principal.
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Stuart Stump Mullens named in 40 under 40
Home Furnishings Business includes Stuart Stump Mullens, 31, in their Forty Under 40 list.
Stuart Stump Mullens named in 40 under 40
Home Furnishings Business includes Stuart Stump Mullens, 31, in their Forty Under 40 list.
Company News
Stump & Company Celebrates 50th Year Anniversary
Started by Ralph Stump in 1972, Stump & Company celebrates its 50th year in business with a new website and brand.
Stump & Company Celebrates 50th Year Anniversary
Started by Ralph Stump in 1972, Stump & Company celebrates its 50th year in business with a new website and brand.
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Stump & Company: Related Real Estate Transactions
Stump & Company combines M&A Advisory with Furniture Real Estate transactions through their partnership with The Stump Corporation, the other half of Stump.
Stump & Company: Related Real Estate Transactions
Stump & Company combines M&A Advisory with Furniture Real Estate transactions through their partnership with The Stump Corporation, the other half of Stump.
Articles & Publications
Stump Interview with Axial
Axial interviewed Stump's second generation partners, Stuart Mullens and Bo Stump to get their first hand perspectives on furniture sales trends.
Stump Interview with Axial
Axial interviewed Stump's second generation partners, Stuart Mullens and Bo Stump to get their first hand perspectives on furniture sales trends.
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Stump M&A team talks furniture industry turmoil on BOH Podcast
M&A experts Tim and Bo Stump dissect a chaotic time in the furniture industry with host Dennis Scully on The Business of Home podcast.
Stump M&A team talks furniture industry turmoil on BOH Podcast
M&A experts Tim and Bo Stump dissect a chaotic time in the furniture industry with host Dennis Scully on The Business of Home podcast.
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Stump Market Minute: April 28, 2020
Today would be the last day of the Spring High Point Market, so we wanted to update everyone on the major themes we are hearing from our clients and friends, based on numerous calls over the last few weeks.
Stump Market Minute: April 28, 2020
Today would be the last day of the Spring High Point Market, so we wanted to update everyone on the major themes we are hearing from our clients and friends, based on numerous calls over the last few weeks.
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Stump Market Minute: The Rise of eCommerce
Stuart Stump Mullens shares analysis and insight into the rise of eCommerce in the Home Furnishings industry.
Stump Market Minute: The Rise of eCommerce
Stuart Stump Mullens shares analysis and insight into the rise of eCommerce in the Home Furnishings industry.
Company News
Stump Named in Axial Top 50 M&A Advisors
by Bo Stump
Stump & Company has been named in Axial's top 50 list of consumer-focused private equity firms and M&A advisors for 2022. Read the full report featuring insights from Bo Stump.
Stump Named in Axial Top 50 M&A Advisors
Stump & Company has been named in Axial's top 50 list of consumer-focused private equity firms and M&A advisors for 2022. Read the full report featuring insights from Bo Stump.
Deal Announcements
Stylex Acquired by Flokk, Leading European Office Seating Manufacturer
Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Stylex to Flokk, a a leading European office seating manufacturer. Stump's M&A team initiated this transaction and served as exclusive advisors to Stylex and its selling shareholders.
Stylex Acquired by Flokk, Leading European Office Seating Manufacturer
Stump & Company is pleased to announce the sale of Stylex to Flokk, a a leading European office seating manufacturer. Stump's M&A team initiated this transaction and served as exclusive advisors to Stylex and its selling shareholders.
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Summer 2024 Update & Casual Market
Our team went to Atlanta to attend the annual casual/outdoor furniture market held at AmericasMart, hosted by ANDMORE. Read our recap as well as an update on the state of the Home Furnishings industry and M&A activity on the horizon.
Summer 2024 Update & Casual Market
Our team went to Atlanta to attend the annual casual/outdoor furniture market held at AmericasMart, hosted by ANDMORE. Read our recap as well as an update on the state of the Home Furnishings industry and M&A activity on the horizon.
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The Chicago Office Show: NEOCON, June 2019
Neocon was upbeat and well attended again this year. Our discussions with clients and prospects during our 48 hours in Chicago confirm that most are doing well in this up-cycle, despite the headwinds of Chinese tariffs and the unavailability of labor.
The Chicago Office Show: NEOCON, June 2019
Neocon was upbeat and well attended again this year. Our discussions with clients and prospects during our 48 hours in Chicago confirm that most are doing well in this up-cycle, despite the headwinds of Chinese tariffs and the unavailability of labor.
Articles & Publications
The E-Commerce Revolution
by Stuart Stump Mullens
COVID-19 has perhaps accelerated the adoption of online consumer purchasing by 10 years. The massive growth rates in 2020 of some of the largest e-commerce platforms selling furniture are staggering
The E-Commerce Revolution
COVID-19 has perhaps accelerated the adoption of online consumer purchasing by 10 years. The massive growth rates in 2020 of some of the largest e-commerce platforms selling furniture are staggering
Deal Announcements
Urban Hardwoods, LLC is acquired by Urban Lumber Company Inc.
Stump & Company (“Stump”) is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Urban Hardwoods, LLC (“Urban Hardwoods” or the “Company”) in its recently completed acquisition by Urban Lumber Company Inc. (“Urban Lumber”).
Urban Hardwoods, LLC is acquired by Urban Lumber Company Inc.
Stump & Company (“Stump”) is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Urban Hardwoods, LLC (“Urban Hardwoods” or the “Company”) in its recently completed acquisition by Urban Lumber Company Inc. (“Urban Lumber”).
Deal Announcements
Vaughan Benz is acquired by Mandy Li Collection
Stump & Company (“Stump”) is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Vaughan Benz® in its recently completed acquisition by Mandy Li Collection®, which closed on Friday November 13th. Longtime friends of both high-end hospitality players, the Stump team was thrilled to bring these two parties together.
Vaughan Benz is acquired by Mandy Li Collection
Stump & Company (“Stump”) is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive financial advisor to Vaughan Benz® in its recently completed acquisition by Mandy Li Collection®, which closed on Friday November 13th. Longtime friends of both high-end hospitality players, the Stump team was thrilled to bring these two parties together.
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Vegas 2020 - Strong Foot Traffic, High Customer Acquisition, and Double-digit Growth.
The 2020 Winter Market lived up to the hype. Most hallways were full of buyers and industry players, with exhibitors happily showing updated product lines in busy showrooms.
Vegas 2020 - Strong Foot Traffic, High Customer Acquisition, and Double-digit Growth.
The 2020 Winter Market lived up to the hype. Most hallways were full of buyers and industry players, with exhibitors happily showing updated product lines in busy showrooms.
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Vegas Market Recap Jan 2022
The Stump team attended the semiannual Furniture Market at the Las Vegas World Market Center this week and was pleasantly surprised by the attendance and upbeat attitudes.
Vegas Market Recap Jan 2022
The Stump team attended the semiannual Furniture Market at the Las Vegas World Market Center this week and was pleasantly surprised by the attendance and upbeat attitudes.
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Vegas Markets Recap
The Stump team traveled to Las Vegas this week to attend the back-to-back residential market and the hospitality show.
Vegas Markets Recap
The Stump team traveled to Las Vegas this week to attend the back-to-back residential market and the hospitality show.
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What a market! BDNY 2019
We continue to see supply chains shift − to Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia – and the capacity constraint repercussions. There is also significant interest toward North American manufacturing.
What a market! BDNY 2019
We continue to see supply chains shift − to Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia – and the capacity constraint repercussions. There is also significant interest toward North American manufacturing.
Articles & Publications
What does a red hot jobs report mean for the furniture industry? Industry experts weigh in
As of July 2022, employment has risen 528,000 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In fact, the unemployment rate is the best its been since February 2020. What does this mean for the furniture industry?
What does a red hot jobs report mean for the furniture industry? Industry experts weigh in
As of July 2022, employment has risen 528,000 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In fact, the unemployment rate is the best its been since February 2020. What does this mean for the furniture industry?
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What’s all the fuss about Mexico?
by Tim Stump
So, our team traveled to Tijuana to check it out in a (almost) post-Covid world. And here’s what we learned.
What’s all the fuss about Mexico?
So, our team traveled to Tijuana to check it out in a (almost) post-Covid world. And here’s what we learned.
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Why M&A is Good for the Furniture Industry
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are key to a healthy economy, and the furniture industry is no exception. Over the past five years, M&A transactions have played a significant role in the evolution of the furniture industry, and they will continue to shape its future for years to come.
Why M&A is Good for the Furniture Industry
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are key to a healthy economy, and the furniture industry is no exception. Over the past five years, M&A transactions have played a significant role in the evolution of the furniture industry, and they will continue to shape its future for years to come.