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CFS Group is a multi faceted consulting and distribution organization that services various levels of customers within the Contract Furniture Industry. Manufacturers, dealers and influencers are our primary clients. We specialize in strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, executive management, organizational overhauls and market distribution, both in.

Itasca, Illinois, US

Lead the entities of Trendway Furniture and ESI: Trendway Corporation, a Fellowes Brands company in Holland, Michigan, helps customers create beautiful and effective work environments with a wide range of furniture and architectural products. A company with over 50 years of exceptional performance, Trendway provides customers peace of mind through.

Mesa, Arizona, US

Mesa, Arizona, US

Strategically lead the positioning and marketing of the company to a successful sale to Fellowes Brands, providing maximum value to Shareholders. ESI Ergonomic Solutions is a market leading producer of ergonomic work tools that enhance productivity and wellness. ESI is known in the industry for its award-winning Customer Service and high quality products.

Successfully marketed the company for sale to potential buyers, completing a strategic transaction that delivered top value to shareholders. Grew EBITDA by 125% through introduction of lean practices, plant restructuring, KPI development and empowerment of personnel. Increased revenue by 45% through distribution expansion, product development, program.

San Juan Capistrano, California, US

 Increased profitability by 368% and improved EBITDA by 289%, while driving corporate initiatives to develop a comprehensive strategic plan, rebuild the brand, and implement operational excellence. Drove growth of revenues, significant increases in overall market share and expanded operations while the global industry experienced a 25% to 30% decline..

Cypress, CA, US

A $100M+ leader in commercial seating products manufacturing.  Achieved record revenues in excess of $100 million annually with an unprecedented growth rate of approximately 150%, even as the contract furniture industry declined 30%. Developed and implemented a three-year strategic plan, growing revenue by over 68% to over $100 million.  Established and.

A G.K. Baum holding company roll-up contract furniture manufacturers generating approximately $100 million in annual sales.  Provided leadership in attaining volume and profits to turn around four manufacturers: Harter, Fixtures, ABCO, and Precision.  Created marketing team that controlled over $100 million in revenue generated from 41 product lines. .

A $90 million manufacturer of contract and retail furniture.  Initiated cross-functional product management processes that cut development time by 50%, and increased the total number of product introductions by 100% in the same timeframe. Managed and grew national retail relationships with Office Depot, Office Max, and Staples by 14%; negotiated product.

A $13 million manufacturer of industrial steps, ladders and equipment.  Executed “turnaround management” for this national company who had filed Chapter 11. Strategically guided company to out-pace industry growth rate of 4% to 6% with company-wide growth rate of 25%.  Created a product design that captured government, industrial and healthcare market.

A multi-billion dollar market leader in consumer goods. Participated in Nestles’elite Management Development Program. Developed and managed the emerging “Superstore” class of trade which became a hugely profitable venture, as their Pace, Price Club, and Costco venues changed the landscape of retailing.