Ashley Announces Major Strategic Expansion into Nigeria, Partnering with Vento Furniture, at High Point Market

HIGH POINT, NC – Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC (Ashley), the world’s largest manufacturer of home furnishings, officially announced its strategic partnership with Vento Furniture of Nigeria, Africa, marking a significant entry into the rapidly growing West African market. The partnership was formally unveiled during a signing ceremony on October 23, 2025, at the High Point Market in North Carolina. 

The collaboration will bring high-quality, aspirational and affordable home furnishings to Nigerian consumers. Nigeria’s population in 2025 is estimated at 233 million people. 

The signing ceremony was attended by key leadership from both organizations, including Todd Wanek, CEO and President, and Ron Wanek, Founder and Chairman of Ashley Furniture Industries. Also present at the ceremony were Kurt Haines, Ashley’s Executive Vice President of International Sales; Mark Marais, Ashley’s Vice President for Africa; and Yusra Reja, Ashley Furniture Licensee in Ethiopia, underscoring the brand’s commitment to the African continent. 

“We are incredibly excited to partner with Vento Furniture. Opening in Nigeria, the largest economy in Africa, is a monumental step for our international growth,” stated Todd Wanek. “We are proud to be associated with Vento Furniture and look forward to opening many stores in Nigeria and seeing Vento Furniture prosper as our anchor partner.” 

Cemal Yigit, CEO of Vento Furniture, echoed the enthusiasm for the collaboration:  “We are very excited about this alliance. In this big, amazing country of Nigeria, I believe Ashley is going to ascend rapidly, and this partnership is going to be truly great for the Nigerian home furnishings market.” 

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Vento Furniture positions itself as a premium Nigerian furniture company dedicated to redefining the local market. It delivers a broad range of products, from home and office to large-scale corporate solutions, focused on the tripod of quality, durability, and affordability for Nigerian consumers. 

The brand maintains a strong presence through showrooms in key cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. Vento is deeply committed to its role as a “Nigerian project,” demonstrating significant Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through initiatives like renovating public schools and constructing student hostels. The company has publicly stated plans to establish a local manufacturing complex and a vocational school to boost local skills and economic development. 

Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC (Ashley) feels that every person deserves more value for their money. Established in 1945, Ashley is the largest manufacturer of home furnishings in the world and strives to be the most innovative and competitive home furnishings company on the planet. From design through fulfillment, Ashley is committed to delivering the world’s best home furnishing values, selection and service, and earning the loyalty and trust of its customers every day. Visit Ashley online at www.ashleyglobal.com and “like” Ashley Furniture Industries on Facebook.    

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