Table of Contents

July/August: Vol 1, No 1

Industry Spotlight - An Interview with President Jack Goldman
BY CAROL DAUS
A discussion with Jack Goldman, who took the helm of HPBA in June.

As I See It - A Guarantee Sure to Please Customers
BY CAROL DAUS
Summer Classics’ new five-year guarantee covering its N-dura™ Resin Wicker is sure to please customers and retailers alike.

Hearth Retailer Profile - A Solid Hearth Foundation
BY SHARON SANDERS
Two hearth retailers share their secrets for long-term success.

Barbecue/Grill Retailer Profile - Building Around the Built-in Barbecue
BY CAROL DAUS
Las Vegas-based Outdoor Kitchen Concepts has experienced enormous growth as consumers look to create full-service outdoor cooking areas.

Showroom Showcase - 50 Years Old and Growing Strong
BY CAROL DAUS
Devotion to his customers and employees is the key to Kurt Lorig’s success as owner and founder of Anaheim Patio & Fireside.

Product Innovation - Harman Stove Co.: Form Follows Function
BY CAROL DAUS
A passion for developing high-quality products that are functional, dependable and affordable has contributed to the success of Harman Stove Co.

Marketing Maneuvers - Southern Hospitality
Pays Off for New Retailer
BY SHARON SANDERS
Although the new kid on the block, this North Carolina retailer has succeeded due to an aggressive marketing plan.

My Turn - An Eye for Outdoor Spaces
BY SHARON SANDERS
Pam Kellogg, owner of Costa Mesa, Calif.-based Designers’ Resource Collection, reveals some of the hottest trends in outdoor-living design.

Last Word - Personalizing Outdoor Space
BY CAROL DAUS
Successful Atlanta retailer develops a new niche by offering custom-made merchandise along with its existing product lines.