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First Person

The Conversation Doesn’t Stop When the Event Is Over

Some of the best conversations I have at the International Sleep Products Association happen when the meeting is technically over. Someone catches me on the way out of a conference...
First Person

In Overdrive: An ISPA Advocacy Update

Our industry is navigating one of the toughest markets in years. The International Sleep Products Association’s “2026 Mattress...
Editor's Column

Why Being There Matters

Summer Las Vegas Market offered more than product news. Being there in person brought the industry, the people behind it, and the stories worth following into sharper focus.
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Safety Doesn’t Stand Still

Some of the most important work the International Sleep Products Association does for this industry happens quietly, but...
Editor's Column

A Few Reflections From Summer Market (With More to Come)

From relentless heat to products that came alive in action, BedTimes shares four reflections from Summer Las Vegas Market.
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The Honest View From Here

As I near my two-year anniversary at the International Sleep Products Association this August,...
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There’s Power in Our Numbers

You know your business. You know your customers. But when you look at your...
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Building Momentum for a Stronger Industry

Our industry succeeds when we’re aligned on where we’re going and clear about how...
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Why Better Sleep Month Matters More Than Ever

My 15 years at the International Sleep Products Association  have taught me this: When...
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What Earth Day Reminds Us

Each year on Earth Day (April 22), many of us pause to reflect on...
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A Stronger ISPA Starts With Participation

Trade associations are sometimes described in terms of “benefits”—research, advocacy, events, resources. Those things...
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The Value of Connection

One of the things I’ve come to appreciate most during my time at the...
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Expanding Our Community, Expanding Our Impact

As we enter a new year, BedTimes is evolving to give members a more...
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Industry In Motion: The Need For Change

Today I have decamped to my local library for some peace while I work....
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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...
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Sustainability and Automation: Insights From The Latest BedTimes Magazine

Quick — can you list what’s involved in Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse...
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Sustainability, Sewing, and the Future of Bedding

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