In spite of a tight labor market, the company has been able to attract talented, motivated people. Growth has been torrid. However, Leone said the company has been able to handle the demand, thanks to a motivated staff and customized software that tracks every phase of the operation. The affiliation with Xerox is another key to this strategy, moving the company into the copier market. The company is also a commercial dealer for carpet-maker Shaw and Armstrong, as well as for a maker of indirect lighting products for the office.
Leone says refining and building the business mix is a top priority.
Gene Loughrey recently joined the company as sales service brokerage manager. His responsibilities include building the various lines of business. Leone said hiring is a key one, since the company prefers to promote from inside. Also, Corporate Interiors plans to move into the hot field of electronic commerce. Thanks to the Worldwide Web, customers will be able to order products that meet company design and cost requirements.