Welcome to our weekly roundup of employee comings and goings and other people-related news across the home furnishings industry. Here’s the latest:
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Three participants in the fifth annual Home Furnishings Leadership Institute were named a Home Furnishings Fellow by High Point University at the conclusion of its Executive Education program held in collaboration with the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame.
The 2026 Fellows are Josh Fenner, director of Sealy Brand, Tempur Sealy International, Inc.; David Lee, vice president of business development, Crestview Collection; and Scott Kahan, director of product, Regal Fabrics. Each was honored at the conclusion of the Institute with a crystal brick, a framed Fellows certificate, and a digital badge displayed on their LinkedIn profile.
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Interiors Home of central Pennsylvania has appointed Tom Williams president, effective Jan. 1, following the transition of longtime leader Todd Lehman into the role of executive chairman.
“Williams’ appointment marks an important moment in the company’s continued evolution—one that honors the legacy established by founder Lillian Lehman while looking confidently ahead. With more than 25 years at Interiors Home, Williams brings a deep understanding of the business, the people behind it, and the communities it serves,” the company said.
Alongside Williams, Interiors Home has assembled an enhanced executive team to support this next phase of growth and innovation:
- Linda Burke, Chief Operating Officer
- Michele Dissinger, Merchandising Director
- Kim Hoffert, Marketing Director
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Tony Wang, chairman and founder of WAC Lighting, has received the LIBN Icon Award from Long Island Business News, which recognizes Long Island business leaders over 60 for notable success and leadership within and outside their fields.
To be eligible for Icon Honors, winners must have a long-standing commitment to the Long Island business community, according to WAC Group. Honorees must also have sustained dedication to philanthropic service and mentoring. They must have held senior management-level positions for their organization. The winners were selected by the editors of Long Island Business News (Long Island Business News is part of BridgeTowerMedia, which is also the parent company of Home Accents Today).
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Jonathan Charles has promoted Garth Robinson to president, North America, succeeding founder Jonathan Sowter. His appointment is part of a planned leadership transition designed to accelerate growth while preserving the brand’s creative vision and artisanal heritage.
Sowter, who established Jonathan Charles as a distinguished luxury furnishings brand, will continue to lead product development and oversee manufacturing. His ongoing leadership reinforces the company’s commitment to artistry, authenticity and quality.
In his new role, Robinson assumes full leadership responsibility for the Jonathan Charles brand across North America.
