Miami Beach, Florida — January 1, 2018 - Michael Schneider has taken over the publishing role at Fabrics & Furnishings International (F&FI) from his father Eric Schneider. Eric will continue as publisher emeritus and editor-in-chief. Michael and his father worked together at Sipco Publications Inc. during the years 2008—2013 and launched Boutique Design Magazine which was subsequently sold in 2013 to ST Media Group. Michael also helped launch BDNY, a successful trade show at the Javits Center in New York, now with more than 700 exhibitors. Michael will continue in his role at Boutique Design as an independent sales agent while developing new business opportunities with F&FI. Michael will be responsible for sales and marketing, while Eric will handle the editorial responsibility. About Fabrics & Furnishings International: Fabrics & Furnishings International is the global home & contract sourcing quarterly newspaper started in 1990. It covers the upholstery and curtain fabrics industry worldwide; the coverage also includes news of the fabric mills, converters, importers and wholesalers of fabrics for decorating and furniture. Subscribe online at our website, fabricsandfurnishings.com.  Contact: Eric Schneider, eric@fabricsandfurnishings.com +1 917-251-9922