Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Editor's Column

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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...
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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 matter, and ISPA delivers...
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The Value of Connection

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

As we enter a new year, BedTimes is evolving to give members a more direct view of the...
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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. It’s one of my...
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Navigating AI in Bedding: Opportunities Ahead

I’m not going to lie. I was sorely tempted to let ChatGPT write my...
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Be Like Mr. Rogers: Kindness in the Sleep Industry

We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility. It’s easy...
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ISPA Leadership Transition: Endings & Beginnings

The month of June is such a mixed bag. In many ways, it’s a...
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Seeing is Believing Insights: Understanding Mattress Manufacturing

I’m sure you’re familiar with the adage, “Seeing is believing.” When I first started at...
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Busy Sleep Industry Buzz: Vegas Market Recap & ISPA EXPO Prep

Do you ever get a phrase stuck in your head and you have no...
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Embracing Change

We’re in the second month of a new year and already we can sense...
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Welcome 2024

Well, here we are again. Another year in the books and another year stretching...
Mattress Matters

Wrapping Up a Bedding Career

Thanks to the people who shared their stories with me and showed me the...
Editor's Column

The Best Part

Without a doubt, 2023 has been a tough year for many of us. It’s...
Mattress Matters

Celebrities Added Star Power to the Mattress Beat

Recalling my behind-the-scenes encounters over the years with stars of screen, football and business. The...
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On Your Mark, Get Set, Go

Sometimes the hardest thing to do is just start. I’m sure you’ve felt like this...
Mattress Matters

Mattress Trips Opened Windows on the World

Highlights include a sauna in Finland, a journey to Stonehenge, a Paris walk and...
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