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The Stump team attends furniture and design markets globally, interviewing hundreds of CEOs, annually. They consistently engage deeply with strategic buyers, private equity firms and family offices to identify the next generation of investors for the furniture industry. The Stump teams’ demonstrated levels of knowledge and experience in the marketplace is unparalleled.
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Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2023
The Stump team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY Hospitality Show held at ...
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2023
The Stump team traveled to New York for the annual BDNY Hospitality Show held at ...
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October High Point Market 2023
The Stump team pounded the pavement for 6 straight days over the semiannual High Point Market ...
October High Point Market 2023
The Stump team pounded the pavement for 6 straight days over the semiannual High Point Market ...
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Las Vegas Summer Market
The Stump M&A team braved the Nevada heat to gain further insight into the challenges and opportunities the industry currently faces.
Las Vegas Summer Market
The Stump M&A team braved the Nevada heat to gain further insight into the challenges and opportunities the industry currently faces.
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Atlanta Casual Show
The Stump Team recaps the inaugural Atlanta Casual Show hosted at the AmericasMart, a venue part of the newly renamed ANDMORE, formerly IMC.
Atlanta Casual Show
The Stump Team recaps the inaugural Atlanta Casual Show hosted at the AmericasMart, a venue part of the newly renamed ANDMORE, formerly IMC.
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NEOCON 2023: Office Furnishings Show
The Stump team traveled to Chicago this week for the annual office/contract furnishings show called NeoCon.
NEOCON 2023: Office Furnishings Show
The Stump team traveled to Chicago this week for the annual office/contract furnishings show called NeoCon.
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HD Expo Vegas Recap
Las Vegas delivered a huge win for the hospitality industry last week, with over 10,000 attendees at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the annual HD (Hospitality & Design) Expo.
HD Expo Vegas Recap
Las Vegas delivered a huge win for the hospitality industry last week, with over 10,000 attendees at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for the annual HD (Hospitality & Design) Expo.
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April High Point Market 2023
Our team spent six days in High Point for furniture market. Read our analysis of current industry trends...
April High Point Market 2023
Our team spent six days in High Point for furniture market. Read our analysis of current industry trends...
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Impressions from the Guadalajara Furniture Expo
The Stump M&A team traveled to Guadalajara Mexico for the biannual Furniture Expo and we were blown away by the crowds, energy and enthusiasm for strong business this year.
Impressions from the Guadalajara Furniture Expo
The Stump M&A team traveled to Guadalajara Mexico for the biannual Furniture Expo and we were blown away by the crowds, energy and enthusiasm for strong business this year.
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October High Point Market Takeaways
The Stump team visited High Point Market this week and met with dozens of industry CEOs. Several trends emerged as hot topics of conversation. Read our key takeaways.
October High Point Market Takeaways
The Stump team visited High Point Market this week and met with dozens of industry CEOs. Several trends emerged as hot topics of conversation. Read our key takeaways.
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Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2022
Our team made its annual trip to New York this week for the BDNY hospitality show. Read our recap and insights on industry trends.
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2022
Our team made its annual trip to New York this week for the BDNY hospitality show. Read our recap and insights on industry trends.
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Las Vegas Market Recap
The Stump team attended the winter market in Las Vegas this week and we were pleasantly surprised by the strong attenda…
Las Vegas Market Recap
The Stump team attended the winter market in Las Vegas this week and we were pleasantly surprised by the strong attenda…
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NEOCON 2022: Commercial Furniture on the Move!
The Stump team enjoyed a full 2 days of Neocon this week in Chicago as we witnessed an energetic gathering of commercial furniture specialists.
NEOCON 2022: Commercial Furniture on the Move!
The Stump team enjoyed a full 2 days of Neocon this week in Chicago as we witnessed an energetic gathering of commercial furniture specialists.
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April High Point Market 2022
The High Point furniture market was in full swing this week and it felt like the first market with a semblance of “post…
April High Point Market 2022
The High Point furniture market was in full swing this week and it felt like the first market with a semblance of “post…
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Pregaming the Chicago Office Show: NEOCON
The environment heading into Neocon is upbeat—with stock prices high, the general economic environment strong and the M&A industry hot.
Pregaming the Chicago Office Show: NEOCON
The environment heading into Neocon is upbeat—with stock prices high, the general economic environment strong and the M&A industry hot.
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NeoCon - June 2017
The halls were jammed this year for the annual commercial furniture exhibition in Chicago. Attitudes were upbeat and most of our clients are signaling good sales and profits for the year.
NeoCon - June 2017
The halls were jammed this year for the annual commercial furniture exhibition in Chicago. Attitudes were upbeat and most of our clients are signaling good sales and profits for the year.
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New York Hospitality Show: BDNY - November 2016
There was a vibrant and upbeat backdrop for BDNY (Boutique & Design: New York). We spoke with over 100 hospitality CEOs who all, despite a sluggish fall for many, seem optimistic about the growth in the hospitality sector and a clear path of continued strong growth through 2017 and likely into 2018.
New York Hospitality Show: BDNY - November 2016
There was a vibrant and upbeat backdrop for BDNY (Boutique & Design: New York). We spoke with over 100 hospitality CEOs who all, despite a sluggish fall for many, seem optimistic about the growth in the hospitality sector and a clear path of continued strong growth through 2017 and likely into 2018.
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Hospitality & Design Show - May 2014
Our 48 hours in Las Vegas for the HD (hospitality and design) show were exciting and full of upbeat conversations. Most companies are enjoying solid growth as hotels are refurbishing and new construction is heating up.
Hospitality & Design Show - May 2014
Our 48 hours in Las Vegas for the HD (hospitality and design) show were exciting and full of upbeat conversations. Most companies are enjoying solid growth as hotels are refurbishing and new construction is heating up.
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June High Point Market Recap
The Spring, rescheduled to Summer, High Point market has now concluded and in our view it was a SUCCESS!
June High Point Market Recap
The Spring, rescheduled to Summer, High Point market has now concluded and in our view it was a SUCCESS!
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Fall High Point Market Recap
Our team worked the halls of the High Point market for 6 days and were pleased with the attendance, energy, and optimism. Most clients told us that total visits were probably 40-50% below pre-covid levels, but much better than expected.
Fall High Point Market Recap
Our team worked the halls of the High Point market for 6 days and were pleased with the attendance, energy, and optimism. Most clients told us that total visits were probably 40-50% below pre-covid levels, but much better than expected.
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New York Hospitality Show: BDNY - November 2017
BDNY (Boutique & Design: New York) was packed and energetic, with many companies reporting record traffic. The Javitz Center format continues to be a hit with small booths that enable companies to efficiently display capabilities and conduct meaningful business without an undue amount of overhead.
New York Hospitality Show: BDNY - November 2017
BDNY (Boutique & Design: New York) was packed and energetic, with many companies reporting record traffic. The Javitz Center format continues to be a hit with small booths that enable companies to efficiently display capabilities and conduct meaningful business without an undue amount of overhead.
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Spring High Point Market - April 2018
This was one of the best markets in years, a sentiment shared by most people we encountered during our 6 days in High Point.
Spring High Point Market - April 2018
This was one of the best markets in years, a sentiment shared by most people we encountered during our 6 days in High Point.
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Spring HD Vegas Furniture Market
Stump & Company has had a very strong 12 months with four transactions closed in the Hospitality Sector in 2017 and 2018. We look forward to several other announcements in the coming months.
Spring HD Vegas Furniture Market
Stump & Company has had a very strong 12 months with four transactions closed in the Hospitality Sector in 2017 and 2018. We look forward to several other announcements in the coming months.
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Fall High Point Market 2018 - Winds Of Change
Our industry continues to grow rapidly in this channel and most companies are exploring how best to participate.
Fall High Point Market 2018 - Winds Of Change
Our industry continues to grow rapidly in this channel and most companies are exploring how best to participate.
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Spring High Point Market - April 2019
The general sentiment was that the furniture industry is in transition and management teams need constant vigilance and a willingness to adapt to succeed in this rapidly changing environment.
Spring High Point Market - April 2019
The general sentiment was that the furniture industry is in transition and management teams need constant vigilance and a willingness to adapt to succeed in this rapidly changing environment.