Palecek Hires David Preuss as Executive Vice President

Furniture World Magazine

Palecek, a national manufacturer of distinctive furniture, accessories, and lamps, announced the hiring of David Preuss as executive vice president. In this newly created position, Preuss will be responsible for implementing Palecek’s long-term strategic planning initiatives. Reporting to Palecek Founder and President Allan Palecek, Preuss will oversee corporate sales and marketing as well as focusing on creating efficiencies throughout the organization. “We are pleased to have David on board and believe his experience, background, and skill set will be a significant asset to our company,” said Palecek. “Adding him to our management team is an important step in Palecek’s future.” Preuss brings to Palecek nearly twenty years of experience in the furniture and manufacturing industries, having promoted some of the most recognizable brands. Most recently, Preuss served as the Executive Vice President for Texas-based Sagus International the largest educational/institutional furniture manufacturer in the nation. Prior to Sagus, Preuss spent eight years as the Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Good Companies, a leading case goods manufacturer/ importer based in Carson, California. In addition, Preuss has over ten years of experience working for Procter & Gamble, Nestle USA, and Hewlett-Packard. “I am excited about joining one of the leadership companies in the home furnishings industry in the country,” said Preuss. “I look forward to helping Palecek be even more successful in doing what it does best: delivering high style, quality products, with excellent service, and tremendous value.” Palecek’s growth strategy includes the creation of a hospitality division, which Palecek Vice President George Van Ess will now lead. “George’s contribution to Palecek’s success over the last 13 years is unquestionable,” said Palecek. “George’s new focus combined with David’s new role will translate into a significant expansion in that segment.” About Palecek: Based in Richmond, California, Palecek offers furniture, accessories and lighting handcrafted from natural materials. Inspired by a network of artisans from around the world, Palecek’s signature look and impeccably constructed pieces equally suit residential and contract environments. Retailers, designers, and corporate customers can choose from Palecek’s award winning designs or customize them to suit their own needs. Founded in 1976 by its president, Allan H. Palecek, the company has permanent, to-the-trade-only showrooms in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Seattle, Kansas City, and Denver, as well as a market-only showroom in High Point, N.C. www.palecek.com