Payne Tapped for Marketing Post at Magnussen

January 8, 2007  by in UnCategorized   

By Home Furnishings Business in Case Goods on January 2007 Lynn Payne has been named director of marketing communications for importer Magnussen Home Furnishings. She will report to Ron Carpenter, vice president of marketing and business development.

“With a strong background in marketing and advertising, as well as merchandising and graphic design, Lynn brings an abundance of experience to Magnussen Home,” Carpenter said in a release. “We are delighted to have her join the Magnussen Home team.”

Payne is responsible for the management of the company’s advertising, public relations and market promotion programs.

Prior to joining Magnussen Home, Payne was Retail Point of Purchase Specialist for Sealy Inc. and Sterns Foster brands, where she developed, planned and coordinated merchandising concepts for Sealy brands and the gallery program. She previously served as merchandise manager for FurniturelandSouth and as art director for Coyne Beahm Advertising and Marketing.

“Lynn is an effective communicator with a wealth of creative talent,” said Jeff Cook, Magnussen Home president and chief executive officer. “Her expertise is invaluable to both Magnussen Home and our dealers.”