Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Editor's Column

What Earth Day Reminds Us

Each year on Earth Day (April 22), many of us pause to reflect on what sustainability looks like in real terms—beyond good intentions.  Take the Mattress Recycling Council (MRC). Formed...

A Stronger ISPA Starts With Participation

Trade associations are sometimes described in terms of “benefits”—research, advocacy, events, resources. Those things matter, and ISPA delivers...

The Value of Connection

One of the things I’ve come to appreciate most during my time at the International Sleep Products Association—especially...

Expanding Our Community, Expanding Our Impact

As we enter a new year, BedTimes is evolving to give members a more direct view of the...

Industry In Motion: The Need For Change

Today I have decamped to my local library for some peace while I work. It’s one of my...

The Double-Edged Sword of AI in the Mattress Industry

Some days, artificial intelligence scares me. I recently completed the International Sleep Products Association’s...

Sustainability and Automation: Insights From The Latest BedTimes Magazine

Quick — can you list what’s involved in Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse...

Sustainability, Sewing, and the Future of Bedding

The first time I heard about the Sleep Products Sustainability Program, or SP2 as...

Interzum Cologne Reflections: Innovation, Sustainability, and What’s Next

I have to admit, reading through the Interzum Cologne section makes me a little...

Market Challenges Solutions: Mattress Industry Uncertainty

In high school, we studied William Wordsworth’s poem, “The World Is Too Much With...

Better Sleep Month 2025: An Editor’s View on Rest & Mattresses

Ah, May. The month of spring flowers (achoo!), crazy busy end of school schedules,...

Winter Blues & Spring Hope: Industry Trends & ISPA Conference Preview

I hope as you read this, spring is peeking around the corner. It’s probably...

Industry Admiration: A View From Our Window

If you’re anything like me, you know the car is a great place to...

Personal & Professional Highlights from the Sleep Products Industry in 2024

I have one child who has always liked to quantify things and experiences. If...

The Gift

Recently, I was part of a group who hosted a party for a dear...

10 Years of Sleep Industry Transformation

Last month marked my 10th anniversary with the International Sleep Products Association. It seems...

Hospitality Mattresses: Discover The Top Trends

I love learning something new. Or at least thinking about something in a new...




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