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Study Group: Retailers Who Sell Mattresses

Council Members in this Study Group: 48

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Leading Experts in this Study Group

Steve Newton

President and Chief Executive Officer
MATTRESS DISCOUNTERS CORPORATION
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Steve Newton is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of Mattress Discounters Corporation (MDC), one of the largest specialty sleep retailers in the US, where he has been working since 2000. Mr. Newton led the entire operation and was responsible...

Gary McNeil

Independent Sales Contractor
Gary McNeil Independent Contractor
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Gary McNeil is currently an Independent Contractor who independently distributes mattresses for Five Star Mattress Company, a subsidiary of Serta International, where he has served since May 2008. As an Independent Contractor for Five Star Mattress, Mr....

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Neil Goldberg

President and Chief Executive Officer
RAYMOURS FURNITURE COMPANY, INC.
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Neil Goldberg is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Raymours and Flanigan Furniture, a privately owned home furniture retailer in the northeastern United States, where he has worked since 1980. Mr. Goldberg is working in the industry for over...

Andrew Ashbaucher

President
Little Dipper Associates, Inc.
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Mr. Ashbaucher is currently the Owner of Little Dipper Associates, Inc, a consulting firm. While advising retail companies on operations, including products, training, and merchandising, Mr. Ashbaucher maintains a constant contact within the retail...

9 news post(s)

GLG NewsSM Analyses by this Study Group's Leading Experts(?)

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Child Labor Strikes Again: Down Goes Gap

October 31, 2007

Analysis by:Andrew Ashbaucher, President,

Gap Vows Action After Child Labor Report | www.topix.com

Gap seems Inspi(red) to maintain relationships with manufacturers that use child labor.

Garmin Still Giving Directions to Consumers

October 30, 2007

Analysis by:Andrew Ashbaucher, President,

Foolish Forecast: Triangulating Garmin | msn.fool.com

Garmin is selling very well.  Potential problems with map makers will not affect Holiday sales.

Retail: Rate Decreases Won't Carry Over to Spending

October 30, 2007

Analysis by:Andrew Ashbaucher, President,

Why Fed Cut Won't Save Christmas | money.cnn.com

Rate decreases don't necessarily mean more consumer spending.  Specific companies need to find ways to be profitable within the existing market.

Wow! A great sandwich and a solid investment.

October 15, 2007

Analysis by:Andrew Ashbaucher, President,

Spicy Pickle(R) Serves Up Its Initial Public Offering | money.cnn.com

Spicy Pickle will do very well with expansion.

Nike has an eye on the ball

September 21, 2007

Analysis by:Andrew Ashbaucher, President,

Nike first quarter profit rises 51 pct. | www.businessweek.com

Focusing on profitability puts Nike in a strong position.  Keeping an eye on the potential for its divisions instead of the performance will have lasting long term effects.

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Members in this Study Group include these company types:

  • Home Furnishings Retailer
  • Furniture Retailer
  • Department Stores
  • Furniture Manufacturer
  • Home Furnishing Manufacturer
  • Retail Strategy / Operations Consultant
  • Warehouse Clubs

Members in this Study Group often have these job titles:

  • Store Manager
  • President
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • District Store Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Owner
  • Sales
  • Consultant
  • Assistant Store Manager
  • District Sales Manager

Related Study Groups

Study Group Name No. Members
Experts on Mattress Retail 39
Furniture Manufacturers 175
Experts in the Retail Council 115
Council Members who Sell Consumer Electronics 139
Hardware Sellers 568
Direct Mail Marketing Purchasers (North America) 94
Direct Mail Marketing Purchasers 98
Warehouse Club Retail Experts 142

GLG Live Meetings with this Study Group's Leading Experts (?)

December 18, 2007 | New York

GLGi: Challenges for Future Growth in the Mattress Industry

April 20, 2006 | Chicago

GLGi: Mattress Industry Overview

February 24, 2006 |

GLGi: Mattress Market Insights

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