Consumer confidence gloomiest in 30 years Oct 29, 2009
PITTSBURGH United States Steel Corp. lost money for a third straight quarter as the global economic downturn dragged down demand for the metal used in everything from cars to office furniture. The loss highlights an industrywide slump that began when the economy faltered late last year. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Tuesday Business Highlights Oct 28, 2009
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- United States Steel Corp. lost money for a third straight quarter as the global economic downturn dragged down demand for the metal used in everything from cars to office furniture. The loss highlights an industrywide slump that began when the economy faltered late last year. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Volunteers gather to watch 'Extreme Makeover' Oct 26, 2009
The program also coordinated a food drive which yielded five semitrailer trucks of food for Salt & Light and gave the pantry a mini makeover with a fresh coat of paint and new office furniture. Members from the program also showed the family a video of people whom they had helped through their pantry. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Fort Myers shelving company sees solid sales in bad times Oct 24, 2009
The "More" part is represented by an assortment of other products - various and sundry storage containers, rolling ladders, plastic pallets and office furniture barely scratch the surface of the new-and-used menagerie. There's also an impressive selection of "this and that" culled from liquidation sales, such as fax machines, desks and chairs, file cabinets, time clocks and display cases. (The News-Press -- Business)
Aaron's continues profitable streak Oct 22, 2009
2 million in its office furniture division, Loudermilk said. The division hasn't been profitable for many quarters, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Aarons Inc. profit jumps to $24.6 million Oct 22, 2009
" In the third quarter of 2009, the company recorded a $2.2 million pre-tax charge to operating expenses for the write-down of certain lease merchandise and the impairment of long-lived assets associated with its Aaron's Office Furniture stores. "The Aaron's Office Furniture stores have not been profitable for many quarters and this economically sensitive business has further declined recently," Loudermilk said. "During the quarter we wrote-down a portion of the stores' assets, primarily lease... (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Virco Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend Oct 22, 2009
Such factors include, but are not limited to: changes in general economic conditions including raw material, energy and freight costs; the seasonality of our markets; the markets for school and office furniture generally; the specific markets and customers with which we conduct our principal business; and the response of competitors to our price increases. See our Annual Report on Form 10K for year ended January 31, 2009, and other materials filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission for... (Primezone Releases)
Suzanne Kasler: Interior designer "on fire" in national scene Oct 20, 2009
" For a woman whose name has gone global, Kasler herself is demure. In front of crowds, she speaks softly and often smiles with a downward glance, perhaps still growing accustomed to the spotlight in which she now travels. She rubs shoulders with design giants Jamie Drake, David Easton and most notably Thomas O Brien, whom she credits for paving the path toward her Hickory Chair furniture line. (She named her signature piece, an upholstered quatrefoil-motif side chair after her daughter,... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Oakland readies incentives aimed at large employers Oct 20, 2009
The city first tried out an incentive package with One Workplace, an office furniture seller that moved 30 employees from Alameda earlier this year. A tax incentive is certainly not the only issue a company will consider, said Cynthia Kroll, senior regional economist with the Haas School of Business at , but it could be enough for a company to choose Oakland over another city. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Hon Co. closing Owensboro plant Oct 17, 2009
an office furniture manufacturer, plans to close a factory in Owensboro, Ky. According to the most recent figures available from the , Hon had 218 workers at the facility, which made wooden chairs, in 2008. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Third annual Mission of Deeds pick up in Winchester next week Oct 17, 2009
The following items are not accepted: televisions, computers, air conditioners, pull out sleep sofas, platform and trundle beds, large desks and office furniture, large appliances, clothes, food, and toys. If you would like to donate items to the drive, call 781-625-4249 and leave a message with your name, address, what you are donating, and where you are leaving it for pick up outside your house. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Worley auctions failed banks fixtures Oct 17, 2009
The FDIC ordered the banks remaining items sold, said a release from Penny Worley Auctioneers, an official auctioneer for the FDIC. Items in this online bank auction include computers, executive office furniture, framed art, copiers and printers, office equipment and storage and shelving. All of the items will sell to the highest bidders. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Jobless Entrepreneurs Face Tax Minefields Oct 16, 2009
In 2009, the self-employed businessperson can deduct up to $250,000 related to the purchase of office furniture, equipment and other business items. Even a big-screen could fit into this deduction, but the business better have a good reason for it. (Time.com)
Ex-CJs Delivery worker gets prison time Oct 16, 2009
Craig Jacob, 48, of St. Charles, was also ordered to jointly pay $91,000 in restitution with co-defendant Peter Knebel, a former employee of in Milwaukee, which buys and sells office furniture, Acting U.S. Attorney Michael Reap said Thursday. CJ s delivered the office furniture and equipment and sometimes assisted in the installation and set up of furniture at businesses in the St. Louis area, including ... Jacob and Knebel inflated the bills for the man hours needed to deliver and set up the... (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
County sets surplus equipment auction Oct 16, 2009
- Renee Jean / Daily Journal Three storage sheds full of office furniture, air conditioners, computer monitors, filing cabinets and assorted other office supplies are going up on the auction block Oct. 24. The County Commission has authorized a surplus equipment sale to get rid of accumulated items no longer needed. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
20 years of sharing medical cast-offs Oct 14, 2009
"We are more focused on sustainability and green initiatives, and we've had a long-standing relationship with Global Links, and we've deepened that relationship. "It's a local partnership with a mutual goal," he said, noting that UPMC and Global Links both aspire to improve health care and reduce the number of items reaching the waste stream. Global Links also accepts office furniture, which Third World hospitals often can't afford because they devote their budgets to medications and supplies.... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
For KB Experience, green is not just the color of money Oct 13, 2009
Clients include , , Office Furniture Partnership, , Age of Augustus charity party, the National Lung Association and Metro Career Center. Bergey wanted a business with sustainability at its core, but she realizes people may view it purely as marketing. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Samuels leaving no stone unturned Oct 10, 2009
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Newseum recreates Tim Russert’s office in exhibit Oct 8, 2009
NBC is donating the office furniture, and Russert s family many of his belongings. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Consumer-Products Companies Cut Costs, but Woes Continue Oct 8, 2009
The U.S. consumer-products companies that Standard & Poor's rates include an array of subsectors, including packaged food, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, tobacco, household products, apparel, personal care, appliances, lawn care, home and office furniture, agriproducts, commodity foods, cosmetics, and service companies. About 32% of companies in the sector are in the more stable investment-grade category, with the remaining 68% in the more volatile speculative-grade category. (BusinessWeek)
Wenham seniors tour Mullen property Oct 8, 2009
Jim Mullen, who sold the company in 1999 and still owns the property in Wenham, has re-established himself and a few employees on site as MMI. The property, with office space for 500, is for sale to the right buyer, and the office furniture is for sale, as one lot, not piecemeal. Mullen still has his office there and is maintaining the site to his high standards for detail, beauty and fine restoration. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Newseum recreates Tim Russert's office Oct 8, 2009
NBC is donating the office furniture to the Newseum, and Russert's family is loaning the museum many of his belongings. Overby said visitors will probably be surprised by all of the nonpolitical things in Russert's office that showed he was a normal person. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Even caffeine can't stimulate this recovery Oct 7, 2009
With a sweeping expansion, new energy efficient windows, curlicue light bulbs, updated French doors, a new paint job and ergonomically friendly office furniture, I could be in complete compliance with the EPA.. "You do not qualify," the husband repeats. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
BT Office Furniture Gives Away Free Merlin Annual Passes With ZeroUno Executive Office Desks Oct 6, 2009
BT Office Furniture will give away two annual passes with every Uno desk, and three passes with every Zero desk ... BT Office Furniture is a national, privately owned company founded in 1994 which supplies and installs office furniture in the UK. BT Office has concentrated on providing great value for money without compromise on quality and service ... For further information on BT Office Furniture, its products and services please contact Derek Flood, Unit 9 Benridge Park, Holy Rood Close,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Partners can enrich or ditch business Oct 6, 2009
Few entrepreneurs face such public scrutiny, but partnership problems abound in the small-business world, with counterparts often squaring off over seemingly everything from financing and advertising expenditures to how much to pay for office furniture. Yet a simple fact about business partnerships makes them extremely enticing: Businesses with multiple owners are more likely to survive longer than sole proprietorships, says Brian Headd, an economist at the U.S. Small Business Administration's... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Partnership? Oct 5, 2009
Few entrepreneurs face such public scrutiny, but partnership problems abound in the small-business world, with counterparts often squaring off over everything from financing and ad spending to how much to pay for office furniture. START-UP HOW TO: STEP 3: STEP 2: STEP 1. (USA Today -- Money)
We at the Imperial Valley Press have been labeled “master of minutiae” for PROBE’s uncovering of the coffee controversy at the Imperial Irrigation District, but when the word hits the streets that a public-owned entity like the district is going to be shelling out $12,000 a year so its employees can have coffee for the purposes of enhancing morale, somebody’s going to be upset.'>Coffee controversy at the Imperial Irrigation District update. Oct 4, 2009
But they sure like to complain and waste time flirting within the IID little city and buying expensive office furniture. THAT'S A FACT. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Why China Hates the U.S. and What It Means for Your Portfolio Oct 3, 2009
Normally this would cause a domestic currency to appreciate as the manufacturers converted their dollars into yuan to pay workers and suppliers (and buy new cars and office furniture). But if the yuan were to appreciate, China's exports would become less attractive, and the spectacular growth would stall. (MSNBC -- Business)
AWEE leader gets 'Good Guy' office redo Oct 3, 2009
Phoenix-based Goodmans is a third-generation family-owned interior office furniture dealer. President Adam Goodman said the contest aims to honor leaders who best run their nonprofits like a business and understand strategic planning. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Work and home: Couples find convenience and economy by living in building where they work Oct 2, 2009
The husband-and-wife team co-owns Encompas, an office furniture showroom, with Mike Kirkpatrick in the Crossroads Arts District. Weist and Miller live in a loft above the business, which serves Cerner, Federal Reserve Bank and JE Dunn, among other clients. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
A partner can give your business shelter or a storm Oct 2, 2009
Few entrepreneurs face such public scrutiny, but partnership problems abound in the small-business world, with counterparts often squaring off over everything from financing and ad spending to how much to pay for office furniture. Yet a simple fact about business partnerships makes them enticing: Businesses with multiple owners are more likely to survive longer than sole proprietorships, says Brian Headd, an economist at the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Perdue Office Interiors moving Downtown Sep 25, 2009
In late October the office furniture dealership and workspace solutions provider will move from the Baymeadows area space it has leased since the 1980s to the Old Woolworth Building at 5 W. Forsyth St.. Company President Vince McCormack said he searched all over the city for a new space more conducive to a working showroom environment, but ultimately decided on that space in part because of its historic details and the age of the building. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Palo Alto labor union may call strike Sep 24, 2009
" That is not a benefit of an SEIU employee, that is a benefit of a manager. In fact, that is something the SEIU union has a problem with, and thinks should be changed. The amount of misinformation I'm reading on this thread is truly amazing. Posted by A Noun Ea Mus, a resident of the Professorville neighborhood, on Aug 29, 2009 at 2:55 pmTo Lineman, I hope you and the other city workers don't assume that the people posting here represent some cross section of the Palo Alto citizenry. It pains... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Swedish Thieves Use Chopper in Heist Sep 24, 2009
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Sept. 23, 2009. Robbed Cash Depot by Jumping onto Roof from Helicopter, Hoisting up Bags of Money. (CBS News)
Michigan-Based Mill Steel Celebrates 50th Anniversary With New Growth, New Markets Sep 23, 2009
The company's success has been driven by its long-term status as a preferred supplier of high-quality steel to automakers and their suppliers across North America, as well as a growing list of customers in the appliance, agricultural equipment, homebuilding and office furniture industries ... " About Mill Steel Co.: Mill Steel Co., based in Grand Rapids, Mich., celebrates its 50th year in business in 2009, and remains dedicated to its history of innovation and people-first culture that has made... (Primezone Releases)
The right way to network Sep 22, 2009
Its the best professional decision Ive ever made sticking with the group, said Tony Nelson, sales director for office furniture company, Corporate Environments. Forty-five percent of my business comes from referrals from the group. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Courts transition to new location Sep 22, 2009
Starting Friday evening, active files and office furniture will be hauled to their new home, ready for use by court employees come Monday morning. Read more in Tuesday's Star-Tribune. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Circuit, district courts transition to new home Sep 22, 2009
Starting Friday evening, active files and office furniture will be hauled to their new home, ready for use by court employees come Monday morning. The move's been in the planning stages for about four months, according to Ed Opella, a Natrona County commissioner overseeing the move. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Manager sets rules for city credit card use Sep 21, 2009
Anchorage Daily News. Daylight : 7:42 AM - 8:03 PM. (Anchorage Daily News)
ConocoPhillips to host historical auction: Proceeds benefit Bartlesville Regional United Way (2) Sep 21, 2009
Also available for direct sale is a large selection of office furniture from the company s former executive offices in the Phillips Building. Registration for the auction begins at 8 a.m. in ConocoPhillips Adams Building Auditorium, 411 S. Keeler Ave.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
New ‘NCIS’ spin-off has solid base and plenty of character Sep 20, 2009
The first floor is all terra-cotta tiles, creeping bougainvillea on wrought-iron handrails, and safari-chic office furniture. But upstairs in the gleaming control room, state-of-the-art video screens dominate. (Boston Globe)
Herman Miller Inc. Sep 18, 2009
Office furniture maker Herman Miller s shares dropped after it reported fiscal first-quarter profit tumbled 75 percent as sales sagged. The Zeeland, Mich. (Boston Globe)
City National Bank Donates Office Space and Equipment to Community Health Charities of Nevada Sep 17, 2009
LAS VEGAS, Sept. 16, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- City National Bank today announced that it is providing Community Health Charities (CHC) of Nevada with approximately 1,600 square feet of rent free office space, computer equipment and office furniture totaling more than $40,000 annually ... The equipment and office furniture donation consists of a laptop computer, phones, desks, chairs, filing cabinets and cubicles. (Primezone Releases)
Chief elections officer criticized by senators Sep 17, 2009
She wondered about Cronin's own demand for a raise and his purchase of new office furniture shortly after taking over in 2008. She doubted Cronin's judgment in potentially allowing his wife an attorney with election experience to act as a volunteer on ballot operations with possible access to sensitive voter information. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Uganda: 164 Appear in Court Over Violence Sep 15, 2009
A total of 58 suspects were charged with demolishing Nateete Police Post, in which Police records, files, radio calls, exhibits, office furniture and several Police diaries were destroyed. Prosecutor David Lukwago told the Buganda Road Court that if the accused were released, they were likely to re-organise themselves and resume rioting. (allAfrica.com)
More women support families Sep 13, 2009
Robert Weishan and Tricia Herold s combined income of $100,000-plus fell by more than half when Weishan lost his job as a human resources professional at an office furniture company earlier this year. Their family of five lives in the Toco Hills area, where Weishan now stays home with the two youngest children. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
State turning to inmate labor to save in Hawaii's budget crunch Sep 13, 2009
Jobs available: Construction, highway maintenance, sewing uniforms for Department of Public Safety, printing, janitorial, window washing, tree trimming and mulching, moving of office furniture. Screening: All inmates must be considered nonviolent and are interviewed before entering the program. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Champion Announces 2009 Results for 3rd Quarter and First Nine Months Sep 11, 2009
3%, while the office products and office furniture segment experienced a decrease of $0 ... Toney K. Adkins, President and Chief Operating Officer, noted, "Our sales reductions for the first nine months and for the quarter continue to be reflective of the weak economy and the general trends appear to be in line with other companies in our industries relative to the printing and newspaper segments. On a positive note our office products and office furniture segment recorded much smaller sales... (PR Newswire)
Last Days of Lehman BrothersMaking a drama out of the weekend the bank went bust Sep 10, 2009
We committed to the space and found ourselves pressing Lehman's office furniture into service as Lehman's office furniture. We had found the New York Fed just outside Croydon. (BBC News -- UK)
Egans entrepreneurship advanced university Sep 10, 2009
In 2002, Mr. Egan told Mass High Tech the two sold office furniture for seed money. We didn t want to become office salesmen. (Northeastern News, MA)
Roll Coater to lay off 88 in Hawesville Sep 9, 2009
According to the Web site, metal and aluminum treated by the company is used to make appliances, automobile parts, building panels, roofing, garage and entry doors, heating and air conditioning products, light fixtures, office furniture, shelving and consumer products. Most Read Stories. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Security Service adopts school Sep 8, 2009
The donations were used to revamp a banking classroom at the high school with conference tables and office furniture. The SSFCU classroom also has a Wall of Honor to recognize winners of the Security Service Financial Literacy Award. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Aaron's, Inc. and the University of Alabama Announce Exclusive Partnership With Aaron's Premier Visibility at Alabama's Major Athletic Venues Sep 6, 2009
ATLANTA, Sept. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Aaron's, Inc., the nation's leader in the sales and lease ownership and specialty retailing of residential and office furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, and the University of Alabama today announced a three-year partnership giving Aaron's premier exposure at Alabama's three largest athletic venues: Bryant-Denny Stadium, Coleman Coliseum and Sewell-Thomas Stadium ... Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: ), the nation's leader in the sales... (PR Newswire)
7 weird stimulus projects Sep 5, 2009
But dig a little deeper, and you'll find stimulus has also funded an electric oyster shell dispersal cart, ice machines, $25 million of pork and ham, a reach-in freezer, $3 million worth of auto lawyers, office furniture and nine water safety mascot costumes. If some of those projects make you scratch your head, you're not alone. (CNN -- Money)
Kimball unit to retool Ohio County plant Sep 4, 2009
National Office Furniture to retool Fordsville plant - Business First of Louisville ... National Office Furniture to retool Fordsville plant ... National Office Furniture is a subsidiary of Jasper, Ind. (Louisville Business First, KY)
HS officiating numbers improving Sep 4, 2009
Acklin, 58, was just working baseball games before losing his job in February as a project manager for an office furniture company. When he couldn't find another job, Acklin opted to become a football official this season and is now working nearly seven days a week at high school, youth and club games. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Contract Interiors sold; Tato to head Conscious Dynamics Sep 3, 2009
Contract Interiors is an office furniture supplier with seven employees. The company moved in 2006 from its Bond Hill location to 6,000 square feet in Broadway Tower, where it opened a showroom. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
How to Open Your Very First Real Es... Sep 2, 2009
How to Open Your Very First Real Estate Office. How to Open Your Very First Real Estate Office. (Suite101.com)
Job hunters put their best faces forward Sep 2, 2009
But about two weeks ago, after Shapiro injected Botox around Johnson's eyes and a dermal filler into the creases around his mouth and performed a pair of laser procedures, Johnson got a job at an office furniture company in Boca Raton. Johnson knows that his experience is probably what really landed him the new position, but he doesn't discount the effect of seeing Shapiro. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Governor Arnie's garage sale raises $1.5m to cut California's budget deficit Sep 1, 2009
Six hundred formerly state-owned vehicles and 6,000 pieces of office furniture, computers, and other items went under the hammer during the two-day event. While the main sale was held in Sacramento, some products - such a leather jacket autographed by Mr Schwarzenegger - were auctioned on websites eBay and Craigslist. (BBC News -- Business)
Appliance plan follows Clunkers program Sep 1, 2009
Or your small business needs new equipment or office furniture. Perhaps you have always wanted solar panels. (Fresno Bee)
Business digest Aug 30, 2009
It has grown to selling office furniture, business products, promotional products and professional printing. The company is run by its fifth president, Lyle D. Dabbart. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Home prices not done falling yet Aug 30, 2009
This from folks who two years ago couldn t have told you whether Case-Shiller was a housing index or a brand of office furniture. Now, the housing index is followed as closely as the Dow. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Calif. Holds Statewide Garage Sale Aug 29, 2009
State officials are hoping the sale of 600 state-owned vehicles and 6,000 pieces of office furniture, computers, electronics and other items will raise hundreds of thousands of dollars ... Edward M. Kennedy, greeted shoppers in line to pay for computer parts, printers and office furniture. (Click2Houston, TX)
California hopes to raise funds with state garage sale Aug 29, 2009
SACRAMENTO - Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is hoping that the Great California Garage Sale will turn government clutter like surplus prison uniforms and office furniture into cash to bulk up the state s depleted finances. On offer in the sale are nearly 600 state-owned vehicles and thousands of pieces of office furniture, computers, electronics, jewelry, pianos, and even a surfboard, a food saver, and an Xbox 360 gaming system. (Boston Globe)
