At the 2026 WithIt WOW Awards Gala during Las Vegas Market, the theme, “Age of Aquarius,” underscored collaboration, optimism, and community as key ingredients of industry momentum—not just celebration.
Laurie Tokarz, CEO and president of Restonic Mattress Corporation, earned the Visionary Award, the event’s top honor, marking the broader home furnishings world’s recognition of her leadership and commitment to mentorship and industry advancement.
Kate Caddy, the International Sleep Products Association’s director of sustainability, was nominated for a Leadership Award, bringing visibility to sustainability leadership as a business and operational priority, not just an abstract value.
This year’s gala drew a record number of submissions and sold-out attendance, reflecting strong industry engagement around leadership and mentorship. ISPA is a proud corporate member of WithIt and supports its mission to foster leadership and professional development across the home furnishings industry.
For retailers, the takeaway is simple: Leadership today includes how we collaborate, how we teach and mentor, and how we build culture—not just how we move mattresses.
