Bellini Modern Living Turns to Industry Veteran Jay Jerome to Head Sales

Furniture World News Desk on 9/7/2023

Furniture manufacturer Bellini Modern Living has appointed industry veteran Jay Jerome as vice president of sales to oversee its network of sales representatives in North America.

Jerome comes to Bellini after 30 years of successful sales and marketing experience working for industry manufacturers that specialize in modern and better-end home furnishings. Most recently, he served as brand ambassador for Caracole Home, and he has held senior sales positions with Universal Furniture, Classic Home, Curations Limited and Calvin Klein Furniture.

“Jay is one of the most respected sales leaders in the higher-end segment of the industry, so we are thrilled to have him join our team. His experience and leadership is not only an important asset for our dealers, but will help us increase our penetration at retail,” said Hossein Azimi, CEO of Bellini. “As a true leader who prides himself on building inspiring team environments, culturally speaking, Jay is a perfect fit for Bellini. He understands who we are and what we stand for, and most importantly, what our dealers require to be successful,” Azimi said.

“Hossein and his team have built an amazing brand with outstanding products, both from a design and construction perspective. Combine that with the strong values of the company, and you have all the key components for even greater success,” said Jerome.  

Jerome lives with his family in Omaha, Nebraska.    

About Bellini Modern Living
Founded in 2002 in Toronto, Canada by Hossein Azimi, Bellini Modern Living is a leader in the home furnishings category, offering an extensive collection of high-quality yet affordable products. Known for its premium upholstered leather offerings, the company also has a strong presence in case goods, including dining, accent pieces, home office and more. The company entered the U.S. market in 2007 and has been continuously expanding its industry presence.