Sean O’Connor has been named vice president of sales – eastern region for Universal Furniture International, Inc., reporting to Jeff Scheffer, CEO.
He replaces Steven Lush who recently left the company to become president of Robb & Stucky International.
“Our dealers will really enjoy working with Sean. He is customer-focused, intelligent and possesses a real passion for both his craft and the industry,” Scheffer says. “Sean is a great fit for our culture and we are fortunate to have him join our team.”
O’Connor has spent his entire career with The Rowe Companies as a territory salesman, most recently spending three years in sales management overseeing the southeastern U.S. and Caribbean.
Universal Furniture International, Inc. is a whole home resource offering good, affordable, smart design. Highly regarded for its beautiful home furnishings at attractive prices, the company offers design excellence and exceptional manufacturing standards. Produced at its dedicated facilities in China, its brands include Universal, Paula Deen Home, Better Homes and Gardens by Universal Furniture, and Pennsylvania House. Universal Furniture is sold through fine home furnishings retailers throughout North America and in numerous other countries. For more information, please visit www.universalfurniture.com.