WOODARD NEWS
WOODARD MOVING INTO NEW MERCHANDISE MART SHOWROOM
7/30/2008 - CHICAGO, IL, July 30, 2008 – Woodard, an innovative leader in the outdoor furniture industry, is pleased to announce that they are moving into a new showroom at The Merchandise Mart in time for the upcoming Casual Show in September. "We are very excited to have the opportunity to return to The Merchandise Mart. The move should accelerate the recent growth experienced in our specialty, hospitality and designer business." states Dean Engelage, Woodard President.
The new Woodard showroom is part of Market Square on the 15th floor, space #1534, the newest design destination at The Merchandise Mart. "As a member of the Craftmade family of companies, this allows Woodard to be a one stop shop destination for the outdoor living space." adds Engelage. The Woodard showroom will showcase the Woodard and Woodard Landgrave brands along with Craftmade ceiling fans and outdoor lighting.
About Woodard
Woodard was founded in 1865 and is a leading manufacturer of wrought iron, aluminum, and all seasons wicker outdoor furniture presented under the Woodard, Woodard Landgrave, and Woodard Lyon Shaw brands. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Woodard has a manufacturing facility in Owosso, Michigan and sources products from China and Mexico. Information about Woodard products can be found at www.woodard-furniture.com.
About Craftmade International
Craftmade International, Inc., founded in 1985 and based in Coppell, Texas, is engaged in the design, distribution and marketing of a broad range of proprietary ceiling fans, lighting products, decorative light bulbs, door chimes, ventilation systems and related accessories. The company distributes its premium products through a network of 1,600 showrooms and electrical wholesalers through a national sales organization of more than 54 independent sales representatives. Through its Trade Source International subsidiary, acquired in 1998, Craftmade distributes outdoor lighting, ceiling fan accessories and an indoor lighting line to the mass merchandiser market. More information about Craftmade International, Inc. can be found at www.craftmade.com.