Art Van Furniture Selects Marketing Firm Sussman Sikes to Support Retail and Online Growth

WARREN, MI, Jul 13 (MARKET WIRE) --
Art Van Furniture (www.artvan.com), Michigan's largest furniture retailer
and America's largest independent furniture retailer, has selected
Sussman Sikes & Associates (www.sussmansikes.com) as its marketing and
advertising agency.

"As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our company, we are looking to
the future and the exciting opportunities for innovation and growth we
see in front of us," said Art Van Elslander, Chairman and Founder of Art
Van. "We were impressed by the passion and creativity demonstrated by
Sussman Sikes, and the strong retail marketing skill they bring to both
traditional and online campaigns. We look forward to their solid
contribution to our marketing efforts."

"Art Van is part of the fabric of life in Michigan," said Diana Sikes,
Partner in Sussman Sikes. "It is a privilege to work with this exceptional
retail organization. We join them at a milestone -- their 50th Anniversary
-- and we look forward to helping them shape the direction of their next
50 years."

Southfield, Michigan-based Sussman Sikes was founded in 1987. "More than
marketing and advertising, we are 'Business Builders' -- our focus is to
generate clicks, calls and visits for our clients, resulting in strong
sales and growth," said Alan Sussman, Partner. Sussman Sikes has helped
to market some of Michigan's most successful retailers, including D.O.C
Optics and Weight Watchers Group. Mr. Sussman and Ms. Sikes will manage
the account with Tina Collison, Senior Account Director, Tom Maniaci,
Creative Director and Sue O'Brien, Senior Media Director.

Art Van Furniture operates 30 stores in 29 communities in Michigan, a full
service e-commerce website plus a new freestanding bedding store in
Canton, Michigan, 'Pure Sleep by Art Van.' The company is family-owned
and headquartered in Warren, Michigan. For more information, visit
www.artvan.com.

Contact:
Diane Charles
Art Van Furniture
Email Contact
586-983-3022

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