EAST STROUDSBURG PA IS THE SITE FOR

AN AUTHORIZED PUBLIC DISPOSAL

East Stroudsburg, PA - Rosen's Furnitiure & Mattress Super Store in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, a fixture in the furniture business for over ninety years, has selected Wahlquist Management to conduct their high impact event. This event has grabbed the attention of the East Stroudsburg area and is off to a good start.

WELL KNOWN STORE CLOSING IN KINSTON

Kinston, NC - Furniture Liquidators, a well known and highly respected store in Kinston, North Carolina has made the decision to close the Kinston operation. This Store Closing Event has caught the attention of Kinston and surrounding areas and will prove to be a highly successful undertaking. Early into the event, sales volume numbers are strong and merchandise is being liquidated. This powerful event will remain strong until the finish.

LIQUIDATING INVENTORY IN LYNDEN

Lynden, WA - Front Street Furniture in Lynden, Washington is the site for a huge WMC High Impact event. This event has already liquidated an enormous amount of excess inventory and it's just getting started. Customers are coming from everywhere, even Canada to enjoy this one of a kind event! It looks like the mission will be accomplished.

ANOTHER RECORD SETTING START!

Macon, GA - The well known and highly respected Aunt Zelda's Furniture in Macon, Georgia has made the difficult decision to close it's Pierce Avenue location. Wahlquist has been selected to conduct this Store Closing event. Looks like everyone in Georgia showed up in week one! Sales numbers are staggering....two and a half months volume generated in FIVE days. At this pace, Aunt Zelda's will have a record finish.

PUTTING ON ANOTHER GOOD SHOW IN MISSOURI!

Joplin, MO - Wayside Furniture in Joplin, Missouri is the site of another highly successful Wahlquist High Impact Event. This event is off and running with strong sales numbers...monthly sales have doubled in less than three weeks. Once again, Wahlquist is showing them how to get it done in the "show me" state.

SECOND BIG EVENT FOR WAHLQUIST IN ORANGEBURG!

Orangeburg, SC - G & G Furniture in Orangeburg, South Carolina has made the decision to close their doors and selected Wahquist to conduct their Store Closing Event. Sales are going through the roof...almost eight months volume generated in less than two weeks! With this start, the final numbers should be very impressive.

GETTING THE JOB DONE IN DUNN!

Dunn, NC - E Baer's Furniture in Dunn, North Carolina is the site of another Wahlquist Done Deal! Since 1910, this one hundred year old business is conducting its first ever high impact "Remerchandising Relinquishment" event and has enlisted the services of Wahlquist Management to get the job done. Things are looking really good...monthly volume doubled in only first eleven days. With 4 weeks to go...E Baer's is positioned for another great one hundred years!

DOING "A OKAY" IN OKLAHOMA

Muskogee, OK - GK Home Furnishings in Muskogee, Oklahoma has selected Wahlquist Management to conduct their "High Impact Remodeling Event." This event has started with a bang...generating two months volume in only two weeks! Initial indications predict big results in Muskogee.

ANOTHER SMASHING HIT IN NORTH CAROLINA

Lexington, NC - Shumaker's Furniture in Lexington, North Carolina is the site for another smashing Wahlquist High Impact Event. After almost fifty years in business, Shumaker's entrusted Wahlquist Management to conduct a Remerchandising Event for their well known and respected operation. The results are impressive...five times monthly volume generated in four weeks. A powerful and quick "cash infusion" was the right choice for these long time furniture retailers.

RETIREMENT EVENT STILL GOING STRONG

El Dorado, AR - RSC Home Center in El Dorado, Arkansas is the site of another highly successful Wahlquist High Impact Event. After sixty five years of service in the southern Arkansas region, a "Retirement Event" is in order. The numbers are stacking up. With three weeks to go...looks like the finish will be grand.

ROCK SOLID RESULTS IN ROCK HILL

Rock Hill, SC - Berry's Furniture in Rock Hill, South Carolina has grabbed the attention of the regions furniture world. After thirty years of service in the Rock Hill area, Berry's made the decision to close the doors of their highly respected and well known furniture store. Early results are spectacular....one and a half months volume generated in Day One! As momentum builds and numbers grow, a phenomenal finish is in store.

DOING IT AGAIN IN 2010

Washington, MO - Home Creations in Washington, Missouri is the site for a second Wahlquist Management Event. This "Lost Lease" event is proving to be a huge success. Week one's numbers are unbelievable. Indicators are saying "the second event will surpass the first one by a long shot."

SECOND TIME AROUND

Lewiston, ID - TNT Oak Warehouse in Lewiston, Idaho has invited Wahlquist back for a second time. As they say, practice makes perfect....the second go around is exceeding the first. First weeks numbers are blowing off the roof. TNT Oak Warehouse and Wahlquist Management prove to be a dynamite team.

WEATHER IS NO FACTOR HERE

Leola, PA - Not even the worst weather in recent times can dampen the spirits in Leola, Pennsylvania. Bareville Design has made the decision to close their retail furntiure division and selected Wahlquist to handle the job. Opening week numbers are strong. As community awareness builds, a highly successful event is anticipated.

MAKING A STATEMENT IN MOUNTAIN VIEW

Mountain View, AR - Initial results indicate this "Quitting Business" event will be huge. After only ten days, sales have exceeded 64% of annual volume. With Wahlquist Management, big things can happen in small places.

WAHLQUIST GETS THE JOB!

Santee, SC - Santee Furniture, a high profile furniture retailer located in Santee, South Carolina has entrusted Wahlquist Management Corporation to handle their "Quitting Business" event after 24 years. Wahlquist Management continues their tradition of generating spectacular results with professionalism and respect.

STRONG RELATIONSHIP CONTINUES TO GROW

Augusta, GA - Bassett Furniture in Augusta, Georgia and WMC partner again in January of 2010! Phenomenal sales are the result of two strong companies getting the job done! WMC and Bassett....working together and achieving success!

BRINGING THE BUSINESS HOME

Jacksonville, AR - WMC headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas and Main Street Furniture in Jacksonville, Arkansas partner for highly publicized Retirement Event. All indications suggest a Home Run in progress!

THREE MONTHS BUSINESS IN THE FIRST WEEK!

Jacksonville, NC - Pete McMillan Furniture, a 58 year old company has contracted with Wahlquist Management to conduct a Cash Raising Event. Lots of work, but well worth it!

NUMBER NINE AND GOING STRONG

Batavia, IL - WMC and Bassett Furniture have partnered for the ninth promotion this year. Based on the first month's business, you would not think the country was in a recession. Sales are expected to be strong throughout the final days of the event.

CONLIN'S FURNITURE (15 STORE CHAIN) HIRES WAHLQUIST FOR FOURTH EVENT

Sioux Falls, SD - The fourth Conlin's sale is unique to the other three. This store has been closed for over one year. WMC and Conlin's put their heads together and came up with a fantastic plan. We have re-opened the store and are conducting a Manfacturers Warehouse Liquidation. The numbers have been phenomenal! This just goes to show, if you have a solid name such as Conlin's Furniture, you can create sales starting at ground zero.

BASSETT AND WAHLQUIST JOIN AGAIN FOR THE 8TH TIME IN 2009

Charlottesville, VA - The 8th Bassett event of the year has started with amazing results. This sale has produced almost three months business in the first week. Based on opening numbers, we are hoping for a year's business within the first 90 days.

58 YEAR OLD FIRM DOES FIVE MONTHS WORTH OF BUSINESS IN JUST ONE WEEK

Fairfield, IL - Fairhome Furniture, a 58 year old firm has done the incredible. It has produced five months worth their normal volume in just one week, even in a bad economy with a population of 6,000 people. Wahlquist Management Corporation is conducting this phenomenal event and expects the numbers to hold strong for the remainder of the event.

CONLIN'S FURNITURE (15 STORE CHAIN) HIRES WAHLQUIST FOR THIRD EVENT

Kalispell, MT & Missoula, MT- Conlin's Furniture, a major player in the furniture industry has hired Wahlquist Management Corporation to conduct their third sale. The sales are phenomenal, as they were on the previous sale. The sale has produced almost two months worth of business in the first week and still going strong.

39 YEAR OLD COMPANY HIRES WAHLQUIST

Savannah, GA - Georgia Furniture is conducting a Remerchandising Event with Wahlquist Managment Corporation. Even in this economy, after the first week, we have produced over a months business and no sign of cooling off. Georgia Furniture carries major brands from the likes of Bernhardt, Hickory Chair, Heckman, Taylor King and much more.

EVERYTHING IS BIGGER IN TEXAS

Mineral Wells, TX - The Store Closing Event at Johnson Bros Furniture is producing big results! There have beenn many Cash Raising and Store Closing Events in the area but it does not slow this down one bit.

OVER THE MOUNTAINS

Murphy, NC - Hundreds and hundreds of customers have taken the long hard drive through the mountains to get to the Ashley Home Store in Murphy, North Carolina. Even though the drive is tough, the results have been unbelievable!

HIGH END STORE HIGH END RESULTS

Trussville, AL - Braden Furniture Company located in a small bedroom community outside of Birmingham, Alabama, sells high end brands such as Bradington Young, Drexell Heritage, Fairfield Chair, Hammery, Hooker, Century, Paul Roberts, Stanley, Lexington and American Drew. Despite the long drive, the store has had no trouble bringing big business from the city.

2ND TIME AROUND

Wooster, OH - Krupp Furniture joins with WMC once again. "The sale gave us the boost we needed to continue in this economy. The manager and sales staff sent were well trained and upheld the integrity of the store. I would be happy to do business with WMC in the future".

7TH BASSETT FURNITURE DIRECT EVENT OF THE YEAR

Towson, MD - WMC continues its close working relationship with Bassett Furniture Direct. This event has started strong and is expected to maintain its pace throughout the event.

ANNUAL EVENT

Eldon, MO - WMC holds their annual event with Eldon Furniture. The owner is very pleased with the outcome considering the economy. "With the economic woes of our country, WMC was able to provide a strategic marketing plan and trained sales staff to execute a viable promotion. Our reputation was never questioned and I would highly recommend WMC and will utilize their services in the future".

REMODELING TO BETTER SERVE

Smithville, MO - Kay Furniture has decided to remodel their store to better serve their customers. They have chose WMC to conduct this event. With one of the nations largest home furnishings store just down the street, Kay Furniture proves to be king of the mountain.

5TH EVENT AND STILL HAPPY

Weatherford, TX - Once again, WMC joins with Willhite Furniture to conduct a Remerchandising Event. This is WMC's fifth time to do business with Willhite Furniture. Each event gets better and better.

MOTHER NATURE NOT STALLIING SALE

Fargo, ND - The owner of Charles Home Furnishings has put his trust in WMC once again. Even though Mother Nature has definitely had an affect on the region, big sales are still being made during this event, while keeping the stores reputation in tact.

HIGHEST UNEMPLOYMENT IN THE STATE

Henderson, NC - Vance county has the highest unemployment rate in the state of North Carolina. That does not stop the enormous sales event. This event has produced a months business in the first week.

SECOND TIME AROUND

Idaho Falls, ID - Due to the great success of WMC's first event in Idaho Falls, the management has invited WMC back. Volume is out pacing the first event even during these tough times. WMC not only does what they say they're going to do, they go well above and beyond.

CHANGING OF THE GUARD

Orangeburg, SC - Due to the success of this Retirement Event, brothers Macon Ray Garrick and Bob Garrick, owners of G & G Furniture, have elected to extend their Event. They are not closing, just a changing of the guard. Even in a down economy the numbers have been tremendous.

TEXAS SIZED EVENT

Houston, TX - After putting together a team of 25 sales associates on their sales floor WMC is proving that with the right marketing and professionally trained sales staff, you can overcome this economy in a Texas sized way.

HALF A YEARS BUSINESS IN TWO WEEKS

Elgin, SC - Unbelievable! Even with unemployement sky high in this state, WMC has done a 1/2 years business in two weeks with the margins five points higher than the stores normal gross profit margin.

16 STORE CHAIN HIRES WMC

Gillette, WY - Customers are coming from everywhere; coming from many, many miles away to take advantage of this Moving Event. WMC takes pride in producing successful events while protecting the stores pristine reputation. After four days of the event sales have doubled their normal monthly sales volume.

NO RECCESSION HERE

Derby, KS - Typically this store has never been open throughout the week. The owner only opened the store on the weekends and did fairly well, but decided it was time to close the doors. He was worried that an event wouldn't work for him since the store had never been open during the week. The doors were opened midweek and WMC proved his worries wrong. In 5 days the event produced over a months worth of business and has continued going strong.

IT KEEPS GOING AND GOING

Ashburn, VA - The owner of Klaussner Furniture has worked with WMC for years. It seems that since the events are so successful WMC is always in one of their stores conducting an event. These events have ranged from Retirements to High Impact Events.

ONE TO GO TWO TO STAY

Victoria, TX - Ashley HomeStore in Victoria, TX decided it was time to move locations and conduct a moving event. Owning two other Ashley stores, they wanted them to reap the rewards as well. With WMC's 17 years experience they created a marketing campaign to include all three stores. We are pulling customers from as far away as San Antonio, TX. All three stores volume are unbelievable with advertising below projections.

STIFF COMPETITION

Hobbs, NM - The owner of New World Furniture had one concern, prior to this event there was another store currently conducting a high impact event. They worried that WMC could not hit big numbers. Even with the stiff competition, WMC's projections are holding true to form. There is a difference in promotion companies and WMC is the proper choice.

ANOTHER STRONG EVENT FOR BASSETT FURNITURE DIRECT

Bassett Furniture Direct - Chantilly, VA

SOLID SALES OUT WEST

Bassett Furniture Direct - Scottsdale/Tucson, Arizona

STRONG CLOSING

Bassett Furniture Direct - Arlington Heights, IL

WAHLQUIST DOES IT AGAIN

Willhites - Weatherford, TX

BLOWN AWAY BY BUSINESS IN ORMOND BEACH!

Furniture Trends - Ormond Beach, FL

EXPECTATIONS MET AND EXCEEDED IN FIRST 2 WEEKS!

Gainesville & Ocala, FL - Mark Harakal, Regional Manager of Ashley Home Stores, contracted Wahlquist Management Corporation, to come in to two of their Ashley stores and conduct a Retirement Relinquishment Event.  "We have been able to meet and exceed expectations in the first two weeks."  According to Mark WMC was able to come in and adapt to their clients in a very short time frame.  Mark also noted how fairly and professionally his own sales team has been treated.  "We are looking forward to what is next" said Mark.

Ashley Furniture Home Store  - Gainesville, FL

SECOND TIME AS GREAT AS THE FIRST

American Furniture and Mattress in Nazareth, PA  

STELLAR STAFF YIELDS IMPRESSIVE OPENING WEEK

Horizon Showroom of Contemporary Furniture in Los Angeles, CA  

ROBIN PRATHER PROMOTED TO EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES AND MARKETING

Little Rock, AR- Wahlquist Management Corporation, one of the country’s top home furnishings promotion firms has promoted Robin Prather to Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Prather will bring a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the Wahlquist team. “Robin’s role will be to build upon our established relationships with manufacturer’s representatives and retailers” says Clay Wahlquist, President and CEO of the company. Prather said her mission is to convey informative information regarding the benefits and services of the company to retailers and manufacturer’s representatives across the country. “It’s important that retailers get the right information in their hands so that they can make informed decisions for their business” says Prather. In her new position as Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing she will report directly to Clay Wahlquist.

JERRY RICHARDSON JOINS WAHLQUIST MANAGEMENT

Little Rock, AR - Wahlquist Management Corporation, a leading national furniture promotion company headquartered in Little Rock, AR is pleased to announce the addition of Jerry Richardson to the company. “We are honored to have Jerry as a part of our team,” says Clay Wahlquist, President and CEO of Wahlquist Management.  “To have someone with Jerry’s extensive knowledge of the furniture industry will prove to be a valuable asset to our organization,” he goes on to say.

 Jerry began his career in the furniture business right after high school. In 1967 he joined Heilig-Meyers Furniture in Rocky Mount, North Carolina as a salesperson. After completing the company’s manager training program in 1970 he was transferred to Suffolk,VA with the responsibility of managing two retail stores. He moved to Richmond, VA in 1980 as a buyer for Heilig-Meyers. In 1985 Jerry was promoted to Vice President of Merchandising and remained in that position until 2000. When Jerry started his journey with Heilig-Meyers the company had 18 stores. At the conclusion of his career with Heilig-Meyers, the company was the largest furniture chain in the country with 1229 stores and an annual sales volume of 2.7 billion. In 2000, Jerry retired from Heilig-Meyers after 33 years of service.

After retirement, Jerry formed Capital Marketing Group representing furniture to major chains such as Cosco, Sams, Walmart, B.J’s Value City Department Stores and others.

In 2003, he opened a retail furniture store in Richmond,VA.  He sold the business in 2005 to Ashley Home Stores. Afterwards, he established Capital Management Group which operated cash raising sales for independent furniture dealers.

Jerry joins Wahlquist Management Corporations as a regional sales consultant. Although Jerry will be developing accounts and marketing the company on a national level he will focus extensively in regional markets. He will report to Robin Prather, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

"COWBOYS VS. CHARGERS

On Sunday, December 13th, the Dallas Cowboys hosted the San Diego Chargers at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Even though the outcome was not in favor of Cowboys fans, the Wahlquist Suite was filled with good fellowship and hight spirits. Guests for the afternoon included, Billy and Theresa Braden of Braden's Furniture in Trussville, AL, Jerry McGraw and wife Dawn of Simms Life Style Furniture in Fredericksburg, VA, David and Norma Larkin of Badcock Furniture in Florida, Jim Byrd, President of Rosehill Furniture, Jerry Richardson, Market Consultant for WMC from Richmond, VA, Wanda Noble, Executive Vice President for WMC, Susan Bankston, Vice President of Event Operations & Purchasing for WMC, Karl Lyons, Senior Event Manager for WMC, and Fitz Hill, President of Arkansas Baptist College in Little Rock, AR, his wife Cynthia and children.

"COWBOYS DEFEAT RIVAL REDSKINS"

Cowboys Stadium was the setting for the rival matchup between the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins on November 22nd. The Cowboy win improved their record 8-3. Guests for the day in the Wahlquist Ring of Honor Suite included Albert Kirtland and Mike Thornton, Symbol Mattress Representatives from Richmond, VA and Jeffery Murrow,Vice President of Murrow Transportation and his guest Stephen Kinley.

"ANOTHER BIG WIN"

The Dallas Cowboys defeated the Seattle Seahawks on November 1st in Cowboys Stadium. As the Cowboys improve their season, the excitement and anticipation builds! Guests for the game included Jessey Lee of Lee Furniture and his friend Crystal. Everyone enjoyed field passes at the conclusion of the game!

"COWBOYS DEFEAT THE FALCONS"

A big victory for the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday afternoon, October 25th, as they defeated the Atlanta Falcons at Cowboy Stadium. Once again the Wahlquist Suite was filled with excitement as everyone anticipated the day's festivities. Guests for the day included Charlie Cadrecha from Tampa Florida representing Rosehill and Discovery Furniture, Jason Long from Louisiana, representing Lane Furniture, Corliss Williamson and wife Michelle, Scotty Thurman and wife Regina, Marcus and Erika McCaroll, Randy Lann, Executive Director of the Arkansas Furniture Association and wife Cindy, Brad Lann, trooper with Arkansas State Police and wife Abbey, and special guests, Colonel Winford E Phillips, Director of the Arkansas State Police and his wife Linda.

Charlie, Robin, Jason and Mandy enjoy the company of former University of Arkansas greats, Corliss Williamson and Scotty Thurman. Both were superstars in the 1994 National Basketball Title Game between the victorias Arkansas Razorbacks defeating Duke University.

Charlie Cadrecha and Jason Long with Randy Lann, Executive Director of the Arkansas Furniture Association.

Mandy Williams and former NBA Superstar, Corliss Williamson

"COWBOY VICTORY"

On Monday evening, September 28th, Cowboy Stadium was the site for Monday Night Football, showcasing the Dallas Cowboy's vs. the Carolina Panthers. The evening concluded with a victory for the Cowboy's! Guests in the Wahlquist Suite included, Attorney General of Arkansas, Dustin McDaniel and his wife Bobbi, Bob Brenner and his wife, Snow of North Carolina, representing Coast To Coast, Lifestylesof California and Samuel Lawrence, Shawn Harris, Andy Perry, James Minchew, and David Sisk of Ashley Furniture, Randy Lann, Executive Director of Arkansas Home Furnishing Association and wife Cindy. The evening was highlighted by a visit from the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders!

Checking out the sidelines prior to the game.

"AN EVENING FOR THE HISTORY BOOKS"

On September 20th, football fans from around the world watched as the Dallas Cowboys played the New York Giants in the first regular season game of the inaugural season at the Cowboys Stadium. Wahlquist suite guests watched as former President George Bush and First Lady Laura Bush participated in the opening ceremonies! The game was a fight to the finish and enjoyed by all. Guests included, Jay Quimby, Vice President of Sales for United Furniture Industeries and wife Sherry, Bob Namoff and John Rodgers of United Furniture Industeries, Matt Craighan of Bassett Furniture, Jim Lambert of Symbol Mattress, and Dwight Hunter, Kevin Snyder and Mark Snyder of Berkline Furniture.

BIG NIGHT IN COWBOY STADIUM!

Excitement filled the air once again in the Cowboy Stadium on Saturday evening, August 29th as Wahlquist Management Corporation hosted another eventful evening in their "Ring of Honor" suite during the final pre-season game of the year between the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers. Guest included Paige and Ben Streiff of Ashley Home Stores in Victoria, Kenedy, and Yokum Texas. Bob Baggett and son, Jeff Tinkle, Mitch Barclay, Duane Cousins and Bud Long of Meridian Upholstry and Hussain Rana, Sunder Rana, Ahsam Shaiqh and Sabrina Shaiqh of Wilhite Furniture in Weatherford, Texas.

*HISTORIC OCCASION*

It was a great day for Dallas Cowboy football fans on Friday evening, August 21st as the Dallas Cowboys played the Tennessee Titans in a pre-season game for the first time ever in the new billion dollar Cowboy Stadium! The evening was filled with excitement and festivities as Wahlquist Management entertained several guests in the Wahlquist Ring of Honor Suite. Those in attendance included Robin Prather, EVP of Wahlquist Management, Bill Hughes with Capital Bedding and his son William, Steven Thorn with Genisis and wife Jennifer, Kevin McDaniel with Ponderosa and wife Kim. The historic evening was concluded by a Cowboy win!