June 7-10, 2009

Have you made your plans to attend the 55^th Annual GhFA Convention, June 7-10, 2009 at The King and Prince Golf & Beach Resort yet?  I know that you will want to make sure to attend this year's event because we feel it's our best yet.  Each year, the GhFA strives to combine the necessity of continuing education in our business world with a fun and exciting family adventure.  Well this year, the GhFA is keeping in step with this precedence.  Each evening will be truly reflect the spirit of the beach, and we are sure you and your family will enjoy splashing in the waves of the Atlantic Ocean.  Stay tuned, you will be excited!

So, remember that a beautiful resort room has already been blocked for you at rates as low as $175/night!  Make sure to make your reservation soon by contacting The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort directly, at (800) 342-0212, and referencing the GhFA group name to lock-in your convention rate.  In addition, click on The King and Prince Golf & Beach Resort link to learn more about the exciting resort amenities. 

An exciting round of golf has been planned at Sea Palms Golf Resort beginning at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, June 9th.  An event filled convention will surely be to your liking and we are excited to see everyone together again.  Please take advantage of our fabulous convention pre-registration discount offered to our supporters, good through December 31, 2008.  A fabulous resort room has been blocked for you, at an unbelievable rate beginning at $175/night, so make sure to make your hotel reservation soon by calling (800) 342-0212, and click on The King and Prince Golf & Beach Resort link to learn more about the exciting resort amenities.

Keep in mind that the GhFA Annual Convention needs your support to make it a memorable event you will want to relive year-after-year.  However, we believe you will see that your investment of support for the 55^th Annual Convention will reap many rewards for you and your business.  As you can see, opportunities for networking and advertisement are plentiful, and you can count on GhFA to get you connected with the people who matter most to you.  We look forward to seeing you and your family in June!

October 6, 2008

The Georgia home Furnishings Association held our 2008 Annual Fall Golf Tournament on Monday, October 6^th at the Reunion Golf Club in Hoschton, Georgia (near Chateau Elan).  While the golf tournament was a fun day, at the same time, it fit into a larger workforce development initiative the Association has underway across the state.

The golf tournament was hosted by the association’s Resort Activities Committee.  This group is represented by Joel Jackson, McNeilly Champion and Ultra Shield, Bill Minchew, Hekman / Woodmark and French Heritage, and David Renkes, Lexington Home Brands, Uwharrie Chair Company, Nautica, Liz Clairborne, Trump Home and Tommy Bahama.  In cooperation with the members of the Association’s Board of Directors, these gentlemen play a major role in helping to insure the tournament’s success.

Congratulations to the following players & teams:

1^st Place Team:  Christina Mairs, John Mairs, Eddie Steele & Mark Silverman

2^nd Place Team:  Bill Harrison, Mel Skelton, Charlie Roberts & Johnny Vaughn

3^rd Place Team:  Bill Minchew, Bob Lynch, Jerry Hux & Patrick Easterly

Longest Drive:  Christina Mairs

Closest to the Pin:  Jud Preuss

A very special thanks to the following generous tournament sponsors:

1^st Place ● Jim Roberts, Sealy Mattress

2^nd Place ● Rick Darnell, SunBelt Furniture Xpress

3^rd Place ● Rick Putnam / Stan Beavers, Jamison Bedding Company

Closest to the Pin ● Don Thul, Hoyt Highfill & Associates

Longest Drive ● Rick Putnam / Stan Beavers, Jamison Bedding Company

For more information on the upcoming 2009 Annual Spring GhFA Golf Tournament, please check back for more information in the coming days.  We look forward to seeing you on the greens!