22 January 2026, 15:17
By Furniture News Jan 22, 2026

Dreams appoints new director of production

Bed retailer Dreams has appointed Matt Richardson as its new director of production.

Matt brings over 20 years of production leadership experience in the bedroom furniture sector, joining Dreams from Bensons for Beds where he served as head of manufacturing. Over his career, Matt has also held product and manufacturing roles at Steinhoff UK Beds and Hilding Anders.

At Dreams, Matt will lead production at the Dreams Bed Factory in Oldbury, West Midlands, joining the senior leadership team as the business continues to invest in its UK manufacturing, operations, and long-term growth.

Dan Parsons, CCO at Dreams, says: “Matt brings fantastic knowledge of the sector and manufacturing expertise. This experience and skillset will be invaluable in making sure our Dreams Bed Factory in the West Midlands continues to produce the high-quality mattresses we know customers want. I’m delighted to welcome him to the team.”

Matt adds: “I’m really pleased to be joining the team at Dreams. Now is an exciting time to come on board, with strong foundations already in place at Oldbury and a clear focus on the next phase of growth. I am enjoying getting to know the team and building on the excellent work currently under way.”


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