Hooker Furnishings Promotes Anne Smith and Mike Harris

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Hooker Furnishings has promoted Anne Smith to Chief Administrative Officer and President of Domestic Upholstery, and Mike Harris to President of Hooker Casegoods. Both leaders report to CEO Jeremy Hoff. Smith, who joined Hooker in 2008, will manage corporate human resources and oversee brands including Sam Moore and Bradington-Young. Harris, with nearly three years at the company, was previously VP of Sales. CEO Hoff expressed confidence in their leadership abilities, stating they provide a strong foundation for success.

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• Promotions of Anne Smith and Mike Harris signal internal growth and stability.
• Experienced leadership with long tenure at the company enhances operational confidence.

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MARTINSVILLE, Va., Feb. 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hooker Furnishings has announced the promotions of Anne Smith to Chief Administrative Officer and President-Domestic Upholstery; and Mike Harris to President-Hooker Casegoods, both reporting to Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Hoff.

Smith will continue in her role of Chief Administrative Officer and continues to oversee all corporate human resources, customer care for Hooker Legacy divisions, and the H Contract division. Additionally, as President of Domestic Upholstery, Smith is responsible for Sam Moore, Bradington-Young, and Shenandoah Furniture. Smith joined Hooker Furnishings in 2008 and has held multiple HR and Administrative Management positions within the company.

Harris has been promoted to President of Hooker Casegoods and Upholstery. Harris has been with Hooker Furnishings for almost three years, and previously held the role of VP of Sales for Hooker Casegoods and Upholstery.

“Anne and Mike are both well respected proven leaders within our company as well as the industry,” Hoff said. “The experience and leadership they bring will serve as a strong foundation in each of their expanded roles.”

Based in Martinsville, Va., Hooker Furniture Corporation is ranked among the nation's largest publicly traded furniture sources and encompasses twelve discrete operating businesses. These brands include: Hooker Furniture, Hooker Upholstery, Bradington-Young, Sam Moore Furniture, Shenandoah Furniture, H Contract, Accentrics Home, Pulaski Furniture, Samuel Lawrence Furniture, Prime Resource International, Samuel Lawrence Hospitality and HMIdea. Hooker Furnishings’s corporate offices and upholstery manufacturing facilities are located in Virginia and North Carolina, with showrooms in High Point, N.C. and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Hooker Furnishings operates distribution centers in the United States, China, and Vietnam. The company's stock is listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol HOFT.

Contact:  Mary-Price Furr - VP Marketing
Email:  mpfurr@hookerfurnishings.com
Phone:  336-687-5964

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FAQ

What are the recent leadership changes at Hooker Furnishings (HOFT)?

Hooker Furnishings has promoted Anne Smith to Chief Administrative Officer and President of Domestic Upholstery, and Mike Harris to President of Hooker Casegoods.

Who is the CEO of Hooker Furnishings (HOFT)?

The CEO of Hooker Furnishings is Jeremy Hoff.

What roles will Anne Smith and Mike Harris hold at Hooker Furnishings (HOFT)?

Anne Smith will oversee corporate human resources and brands like Sam Moore, while Mike Harris will lead Hooker Casegoods and Upholstery.

When were the leadership promotions announced for Hooker Furnishings (HOFT)?

The promotions were announced on February 10, 2021.

What is the significance of the leadership changes at Hooker Furnishings (HOFT)?

The promotions reflect a focus on internal development and continuity in leadership within the company.