While Sit n’ Sleep’s main goal is delivering a great night’s sleep on a high-quality mattress to millions of Californians, our company also seeks to educate the public about the importance of sleep to a person’s overall health. Read on for recent Sit ‘n Sleep stories and interviews.
Not only has Sit ‘n Sleep opened a new store in Santa Barbara but they’ve also joined the community as well. Recently, the mattress retailer has created partnerships with the Make-a-Wish Foundation and Habitat for Humanity.
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Larry Miller, Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO, makes an appearance on CBS News discussing the employment opportunities available at his retail chain.
Over 20 volunteers from Sit ‘n Sleep put on their hard hats and went to work building a home in Lynwood, California. Sit ‘n Sleep has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles to provide beds for over 80 of their families throughout 2013.
Sit ‘n Sleep officially opened its 30th superstore this week in downtown Santa Barbara. CEO Larry Miller, who did the ribbon-cutting ceremony, said he hopes to give the local customers a better reason to buy a new mattress at the retail store.
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Over 20 Sit ‘n Sleep volunteers, including CEO Larry Miller, joined Habitat for Humanity in an all-day home build in Lynwood, California to celebrate our partnership and National Volunteer Week. Earlier this year, Sit ‘n Sleep embarked on a special partnership with Habitat for Humanity and will donate will all beds for the upcoming 84 home builds.
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Larry Miller was on hand for the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grand opening of our 30th superstore in beautiful Santa Barbara. Proceeds from the grand opening will go to benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation and Habitat for Humanity.
The sleep Doctor, Michael Breuss, discusses a new latex mattress avilabale at Sit’n Sleep that helps allergy sufferers enjoy a good night’s sleep.
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Sit ‘n Sleep’s newly-appointed president, Nelson Bercier, shares the story of how Sit ‘n Sleep has grown from a futon store in 1980 to one of the lagrest mattress retailers in America.
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The Sleep Doctor shares his tips to help you get a great night’s sleep. He also discusses his new line of pillows and mattresses that Southern California residents can purchase at Sit ‘n Sleep.
The state of California is proposing a new tax to help defray the societal costs of mattress dumping and promote mattress recycling throughout the state. In this article, Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller shares his thoughts on how businesses should handle the issue.
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Every year, over 300,000 used mattresses are picked up off of the streets of Los Angeles. Should mattress manufacturers have to foot the bill for the city to get them off the streets or mattress buyers? Here, Nelson Bercier, President of Sit ‘n Sleep, discusses two competing measures to address the issue.
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As veterans return from Iraq and Afghanistan they face an unemployment rate of 15%. The Hiring Our Heroes program works to help So Cal’s returning vets find great jobs to help them and their families. Participants such as Larry Miller, CEO of Sit ‘n Sleep, believes that “Hiring our veterans is one of our top priorities.”
The Daily Bulletin talks with Sit ‘n Sleep president and co-owner Nelson Bercier about their new Chino Hills location. This new 200,000-square-foot superstore will house 120 beds inlucing the new Kluft King which is a whopping seven square feet.
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Meet the Cordova family and take a small tour of their new home in North Long Beach that was made possible by the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles. During Good Day LA’s visit, Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller stops by with a delivery of free Tempur-Pedic mattresses just in time for the Holidays.
Good Day LA’s profile on the Cordova family whose hard work with Habitat for Humanity has helped them move into a new house just in time for Thanksgiving. The Cordovas are one of over 100 families that have been given a new home by Habitat for Humanity in the last year. Later, Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO Larry Miller stops by to drop off some new Tempur-Pedic mattresses.
Si t ‘n Sleep’s CEO, Larry Miller, talks with Good Day LA about his company’s pledge to help 80 Habitat for Humanity families throughout 2013. Also, meet the Cordova family who are getting ready for their first Thanksgiving in their new home.
Who’s the real the Larry Miller behind his gregarious persona? Find out in this in-depth Jewish Journal article that’s been picked up by the Huffington Post.
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We all know Larry Miller from his persona as Sit ‘n Sleep’s gregarious mattress salesman. But what’s the real Larry like when he’s off camera? Here, the Jewish Journal takes a look at the real Larry focusing on his commitment to charity and family.
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Sit ‘n Sleep, Southern California’s largest mattress retailer and sleep expert, has partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles to provide much-needed assistance to every family that moves into a Habitat for Humanity home in 2013.
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Sit ‘n Sleep proudly announces their new partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles. Sit’n Sleep will be “adopting” every Habitat for Humanity home built in 2013, providing hundreds of mattresses, frames and box springs for over eighty greater Los Angeles families. Exceeding $150,000, Sit ‘n Sleep’s donation will ensure that every Habitat homebuyer will also have new mattresses to sleep on in their new home.
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South Bay Magazine takes a photo tour of Larry Miller’s newly-renovated home in Redondo Beach. In this article you’ll see that Larry’s commitment to comfort doesn’t stop at his mattress business; it’s a top priority in his home, too!
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How can your sleep habits lead to chronic back pain? Here, Dr. David Fish of UCLA gives his advice on what you can do to have a healthy, pain-free back. Read the whole story
At a recent benefit for the Scott Newman Center’s Rowdy Ridge Camp, Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO Larry Miller was awarded the Scott Newman Center Legacy Award for his involvement with the charity over the past five years. Read the whole story
Sit ‘n Sleep CEO Larry Miller and its president, Nelson Bercier, both Redondo Beach residents, were honored with the prestigious Scott Newman Legacy Award for their ongoing involvement and contributions to the Scott Newman Center. This year, Sit ‘n Sleep has pledged a $50,000 donation to ensure that local families will continue to be able to utilize the vital services of the center. Read the whole story >>
Our own Larry Miller and Nelson Bercier will be honored Aug. 12 for their contributions to the Scott Newman Center, a not-for-profit group that helps families struggling with drug addiction and domestic violence. The two will receive the group’s prestigious Legacy Award during its annual Summer Fest fundraiser in nearby Torrance, Calif. The Scott Newman Center was founded by the late actor Paul Newman and named for his son, Scott.
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In this profile published in the Jewish News, Larry Miller tells the story of how his entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish the largest mattress retail chain in Southern California.
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Looking to enjoy your summer vacation without being dragged down by jet lag? Here, Sit ‘n Sleep shares some tips to help you seamlessly shift to a new time zone.
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The Business section of The Beach Reporter talks with Nelson Bercier, Sit ‘n Sleep’s president, who’s been with the company since 1984. In the interview he discusses how the company has grown from one store to 28 and reveals its plans for the future. Read the whole story >>
“Back Pain” KMIR 6 TV Palm Springs
Sleep expert Kelly Young from Sit ‘n Sleep Rancho Mirage joins the KMIR 6 News team to explain how finding the right mattress can help alleviate back pain. Kelly also demonstrates how Sit ‘n Sleep uses Body Diagnostic technology to find the perfect mattress for your body type and which sleep positions are best for people with back pain.
In this business profile form the Los Angeles Times, Larry tells how he grew his small futon store into a $100-million-a-year mattress chain. Read the whole story >>
News agencies throughout Southern California have picked up on Sit’n Sleep’s recent announcement that they intend to hire 50 returning vets form Afghanistan and Iraq.
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At a recent company meeting, Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO Larry Miller laid out his plans to hire 50 returning veterans. Read part 1
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Sit ‘n Sleep and the California Department of Veterans Affairs have teamed up to provide veterans with jobs at Southern California stores, the mattress retailer announced this week. Read the Entire Article
Mattress retailer Sit ‘n Sleep has partnered with the California Department of Veterans Affairs to hire at least 50 veterans for job openings at its stores this year. Read the Entire Article
To help support U.S. veterans coming home form Iraq and Afghanistan, Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO Larry Miller has pledged to hire 50 vets for his new Southern California stores. Read the Entire Article
Larry Miller on JLTV’s Main Street
Larry Miller sits down with Phil Blazer, host of JLTV’s Main Street to discuss how Sit ‘n Sleep went from a small storefront in Culver City to 28 superstores throughout So Cal. Larry also discusses his personal philosophy when it comes to controlling his own fate and how it relates to Judaism.
Did you know that women tend to have more deep sleep than men but men report they are more satisfied with the amount and quality of sleep they get on a nightly basis? These facts and more in a Valley Life article about the differences between the sexes when it comes to sleep.
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Furniture Today announces the promotion of Nelson Bercier from Vice President of Sales to President of Sit ‘n Sleep. Read the Entire Article
Home Furnishings Business reports that Sit ‘n Sleep has made three executive promotions to support its expansion throughout Southern California. Read the Entire Article
The Daily Breeze announces three recent executive promotions at Sit ‘n Sleep, including the naming of Nelson Bercier as President. Read the Entire Article
This profile of Sit ‘n Sleep’s president, Larry Miller, starts with the trip he took to Japan in 1980 that convinced him to open his first Sit ‘n Sleep and concludes with his future plans for the retail giant. Read the Entire Article
This profile of the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Greater Los Angeles tells the story of how the organization helped a Lancaster teenager meet the Jonas Brothers. Also, you’ll learn about how Sit ‘n Sleep and Make-a-Wish’s recent partnership helped make the mattress giant’s Warehouse Sale a smashing success. Read the Entire Article
In partnership with the Make-a-Wish Foundation, Sit ‘n Sleep gave a bedroom makeover to a child who is in remission after battling leukemia for three years.
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Sit ‘n Sleep is opening our 27th superstore in Studio City, CA. In this article which appeared in The Government Center Gazette & Van Nuys News Press, our CEO, Larry Miller, explains why this new location in The Valley is a great place to expand his business even in today’s tough economy.
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Studies show that getting at least eight hours of sleep a night helps regulates metabolism. Here, the Signal provides some tips for you to get the best night’s rest possible with the help of personal trainer Jay Kerwin and Sit ‘n Sleep.
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Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO, Larry Miller, sat down with the SFV Business Journal to discuss his plans to open a new superstore in Studio City as well another location in northeast San Fernando Valley.
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In this business profile, Sit ‘n Sleep’s CEO, Larry Miller, discusses how his business was able to not only survive, but thrive in a down economy.
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Sleep Savvy talks with Sit ‘n Sleep’s principals Larry Miller and Nelson Bercier about how celebrity and selection have made them the leading mattress retailer in Southern California.
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Bed bug expert Kelly Young joins KMIR 6 Today to share some tips on bed bug detection and prevention. Looking to protect your home from bed bugs? Sit ‘n Sleep has a Bed Bug Protection Kit available here >>
Orange Coast Magazine has Sit ‘n Sleep’s brand new Costa Mesa location on its radar and is gearing up to experience the Body Diagnostic Machine. Check it out >>
In these hard times, Larry Miller is not only positioning his business to prosper during the economic downturn, he’s donated his time and money to the less fortunate as well. In this article, the Antelope Valley Press talks with Larry Miller about how his business has reacted to the the harsh economy and the Jewish Vocational Services Business Leadership award his was recently presented. Read the Entire Article
Gossip mag, OK! Magazine reports seeing “Million Dollar Baby” and “Boys Don’t Cry” star, Hillary Swank, purchasing a mattress in our Santa Monica Store.
“We would like to give a big THANK YOU to Sit ‘n Sleep for their generous support in helping us grant wishes over the weekend! Sit ‘n Sleep, the mattress superstore dedicated to delivering a good night’s sleep to millions of Californians, donated mattresses to a few of our “wish children” whose wish was to receive a new bed. Sit ‘n Sleep is focused on helping people find the right mattress for their needs, body type and health-all from the largest selection of mattresses, at the best price, while receiving great service. With 26 superstore locations throughout Southern California, Sit ‘n Sleep is an established Southern California brand, operating some of the largest and most successful mattress stores in the nation for over 30 years. Thank you Sit ‘n Sleep for your generous support!”
Costa Mesa’s Daily Pilot traces the journey of Sit ‘n Sleep owner Larry Miller from delivering his wares after-hours in a Ford pickup to moving $95 million in volume annually. Read the Entire Article
On the heels of the Grand Opening of his new store in Agoura Hills, Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller discusses how the downturn in the economy has helped him expand his business, the genesis of his iconic radio spots and more! Read the Entire Article
Sleepy residents of the Conejo Valley can rejoice! A new 9,000-square-foot Sit ‘n Sleep superstore has just opened in Agoura Hills. Residents can now find out which type of mattress is best for their needs through the Body Diagnostic Machine and get great deals at the store that will famously “beat anyone’s advertised price or your mattress is freeee!” Read the Entire Article
The Acorn announces the opening of Sit ‘n Sleep’s new 9,000-sqaure-foor superstore in Agoura Hills. Read the Entire Article
You may think that blooming tuplips and freshly-mowed lawns are what’s making you sneeze, but the culprits may be lurking inside of your home.Read pg. 1 >>
Recently, California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom met with prominent politicians in Texas to discuss California’s ongoing economic recovery. To get a good gauge on California’s current economic health, Bloomberg asked some of the state’s business leaders including Sit ‘n Sleep’s Larry Miller Read the Entire Article
The Orange Country Register announces Sit ‘n Sleep’s new location in Costa Mesa. Read the Entire Article
In this article, Sit ‘n Sleep owner Larry admits how closely tied the mattress business is to the real estate market. Read the Entire Article
Larry Miller of Sit ‘n Sleep calls in to talk with Orange County Real Estate expert Jon Lanser about how the weak housing market has hit the mattress business. Larry also explains how he’s found opportunities to expand his business in a down market. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST
March 7-13, 2011, kicks off National Sleep Awareness Week. In the spirit of the NSF’s annual campaign, Sit ‘n Sleep shares some tips to improve people’s sleep habits and help them live healthier. LEARN MORE
Sit ‘n Sleep’s owner, Larry Miller, talks with OC Metro about his plans to expand to two more locations in Orange County and his belief in the potential for the county’s growth in light of the recession. STORY LINK
If toiling away at the gym or counting calories isn’t working for you — why not try sleeping the pounds off? Health experts say hitting the hay for at least eight hours a night can play a significant role in losing weight.
Emmy Award-winning actor Terry O’Quinn, best known for playing John Locke on the cult classic “LOST,” was spotted buying a mattress at our new Santa Monica location on Tuesday, February 8. O’Quinn has also starred in the TV shows “The West Wing,” “Millennium,” and films such as “Primal Fear,” “Ghosts of Mississippi” and “The Rocketeer.” STORY LINK
The KTLA Morning News recorded a series of informative segments at Sit ‘n Sleep in Culver City on how Southern Californians can lose weight while sleeping .
Sleep and Weight Gain
Can a good night’s rest help you shed some pounds? KTLA Morning News visited Sit ‘n Sleep in Culver City to learn how getting some quality ZZZs can help you lose some inches around your waistline.
Sleep to Get Slim
KTLA Morning News, with the help of Sit ‘n Sleep, shows you how to sleep to get slim. What kind of snacks can help you get to sleep? How should you set up your bedroom for optimum shut-eye? What are some good pre-bedtime stretching exercises? Find out in this informative video.
What to Eat Before Bed
The KTLA Morning News talks with the sleep and health experts at Sit ‘n Sleep about how to lose weight while sleeping. Which foods should you avoid before bed? Should you drink alcohol to help you get some ZZZs? Find out here!
Best Ways to Stretch Before Sleep
Are you on a diet and not getting any results? Your bedtime routine could be to blame. In this clip, filmed on location at Sit ‘n Sleep Culver City, the KTLA Morning News talks about the exercises that will help you get a good night’s rest.
Lose Weight While You Sleep
The KTLA Morning News learns some simple ways to prepare your bedroom for a good night’s rest from the sleep experts at Sit ‘n Sleep Culver City. Learn how to make your room more relaxing and whether you should watch TV before bed or not.
In its 30th year in business, Sit ‘n Sleep is soberly climbing out of a sales slump caused by the recession and housing market collapse. The Daily Breeze lifts the veil on how Sit ‘n Sleep’s owner, Larry Miller, managed to expand his business in a rough retail climate. STORY LINK
After years of being let down by the promises of other mattress dealers, Observer writer Alyssa Ganezer takes a trip to the new Santa Monica Sit ‘n Sleep location in hopes of finding the right mattress for herself and her husband. STORY LINK
In an act of neighborly hospitality, the Santa Monica Observer welcomes Sleep Consultant Kent Siria to their beach-side community and follows his journey from Kentucky coal miner to Sit ‘n Sleep employee. STORY LINK
According to the National Pest Management Association, bed bugs are becoming more and more common throughout the United States. Here, Sit ‘n Sleep’s owner, Larry Miller, talks with the Santa Clarita Signal about the recent bed bug epidemic and what people can do to protect themselves and their mattresses. STORY LINK
Sit ‘n Sleep CEO and Los Angeles’ resident sleep guru, Larry Miller, stopped by the KTLA 5 Morning News to share some tips on how to protect yourself from bed bugs whether you’re on the road or at home.
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