AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT SAUDER WOODWORKING

Archbold, Ohio-based Sauder Woodworking, a producer of ready-to-assemble furniture, has initiated a reduction in force to counter the effects of a significant drop in sales.

The reduction will impact 150 employees.

EVP Dan Sauder noted, "We've had to make some adjustments to our employment levels to react to the sales drop. So we have reduced a couple shifts and we've had to reduce our staffing. Although the fallout has been swift here at Sauder Woodworking, OhioMeansJobs of Fulton County partnered with Sauder Woodworking to assist with the transition of the layoffs."

Progressive Furniture, a Claremont, North Carolina–based subsidiary of Sauder Woodworking, will cease all operations by the end of 2025, resulting in the layoff of about 30 employees. The decision stems from the loss of its primary supplier in Mexico, which provided roughly 60% of its product line, compounded by ongoing supply chain disruptions, challenging business conditions, rising tariffs, and weak consumer demand.

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life, nor promises of a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something terrible hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, at any time, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. While many employees can read the writing on the wall, why do most assume it’s targeted at someone else? Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT ROYAL CUSTOM DESIGNS

Chino, California-based Royal Custom Designs, a manufacturer of furniture for the hospitality industry has announced a reduction in force as it faces significant financial headwinds with the eminent possibility of filing for bankruptcy.

The reduction in force will impact 142 employees.

According to President Jeffrey Sladick, "The company will terminate 142 jobs and file for bankruptcy protection as early as this week if the owners can’t convince First Internet Bank of Indiana to approve its sale to an unidentified private equity firm that is consolidating furniture makers in the U.S."

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something terrible hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. While many employees can read the writing on the wall, why do most assume it’s targeted at someone else? Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT E J VICTOR

Morganton, North Carolina-based EJ Victor, a high-end furniture company, has announced a major reduction in force.

The reduction will impact 121 employees.

The decision appears to be driven by an insurance company reluctant to resolve a Hurricane Helene claim, which severely imperils the company's finances and ability to move forward as a going concern.

According to a company spokesperson, "The insurance company's delay and denial have left EJV in a position in which it is unable to recommence business operations without a commitment of insurance funds to rebuild or relocate."

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something terrible hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. While many employees can read the writing on the wall, why do most assume it’s targeted at someone else? Are you now wondering, Am I Next?