City of Hope Honors Jerome's Navarra Family, Lee Goodman

January 11, 2010  by in UnCategorized   

By Home Furnishings Business in on January 12, 2010 City of Hope's National Home Furnishings Industry Group has named the Navarra family, founders of Jerome's Furniture in San Diego, and and Lee Goodman, chief executive officer, winners of its 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award.

City of Hope will present award, which recognizes Jerome's for more than 50 years of community service, philanthropic contributions and business accomplishments, will be presented at the 19th annual West Coast Golf and Tennis Tournament, scheduled for June 7 at Coto de Caza Golf and Racquet Club in Orange County, Calif.
 
Founded in 1954 by Esther and Jim Navarra, Jerome's Furniture is a family-owned and operated business that has served generations of families who depend on its value, service and wide selection. Jerome's Furniture has five showrooms, an e-commerce Web site and a distribution center in San Diego. The Navarras attribute their success to the company's commitment to always provide consumers the best furniture values and service in the San Diego area.
 
For nearly four decades, Jerry Navarra, of Jerome's second generation, has dedicated his career to the company. His sisters Ann Navarra and Adeline Williams have both made career contributions to the company's success as company executives. Ann Navarra was vice president of finance and accessory buyer for 35 years. Williams, currently in her 25th year, is director of human resources and community relations. Co-founder Esther Navarra continued to work part-time with her family at Jerome€™s Furniture for 50 years until her 80th birthday.
 
Goodman, a fourth generation furniture retailer, joined Jerome's Furniture as president and chief executive officer. He was previously at Bob's Discount Furniture for 12 years.

In the past decade, the third generation of the Navarra family has joined the business. Adrienne Navarra is the wellness and safety advocate. Jim Navarra is director of marketing and advertising and Mark Navarra is director of supply chain management, director of technology and merchandiser for the mattress department. Carolyn Williams is manager of the department for distribution center customer pick up and clearance.

"We are honored to receive such a prestigious award from City of Hope," said Jerry Navarra, chairman, Jerome's Furniture. "With thousands of people who will be diagnosed with cancer this year, it's important that we support City of Hope's efforts to quickly turn promising scientific discoveries into new treatments for patients who need it."
 
"The Navarra family and Lee Goodman know that good business is built by good people who understand the needs of their customers whether through sales or charity service," said Michael Sandler, director of development, National Home Furnishings Industry, City of Hope. "With the committed support of companies like Jerome's Furniture, the National Home Furnishings Industry and City of Hope continue to accelerate research and treatment for patients with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses."
 
In its 18-year history, the West Coast Golf and Tennis Tournament and dinner have raised more than $5 million for City of Hope. To register for the tournament and purchase tickets the dinner, click here; or contact Michael Sandler at 800-272-2310 or msandler@coh.org. For more information about the National Home Furnishing Industry Group, click here.
 
City of Hope's National Home Furnishings Industry chapter was created more than 40 years ago by a group of industry leaders who wanted to help fund the search for a cure for cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. It has grown to include representatives from all facets of the industry including retail, manufacturing and publishing. In its 45-year history, the group has raised over $43 million for City of Hope. 
 
City of Hope is a leading research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. Designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center, the highest honor bestowed by the National Cancer Institute, and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope's research and treatment protocols advance care throughout the nation. City of Hope is located in Duarte, Calif., just northeast of Los Angeles, and is ranked as one of "America's Best Hospitals" in cancer and urology by U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a pioneer in the fields of bone marrow transplantation and genetics. For more information, click here.