Tuesday, November 3, 2026

First Person

Five Things I’m Watching for in 2027

I’ve spent a lot of time on the road this fall, visiting legislators’ offices, factory floors and recycling facilities, and I come away impressed every time. Those visits, along...

Sustainability Is a Journey—The Important Thing Is to Start

If the word “sustainability” feels big, complicated, and maybe even a little overwhelming, you’re probably not alone. Where do...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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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