Buddy's Home Furnishings Names CAO

March 24, 2014  by in Executive Changes, Industry   

In his new post, Paull oversees the company's accounting and finance, information technology, legal and human resource departments. Prior to joining Buddy's, Paull was most recently president and COO for home furnishings retailer American Signature.Before his tenure with American Signature, Paull was an executive with rent-to-own retailer Aaron's (AAN). 

"We are excited to have such an experienced and talented executive join the Buddy's management team," said Joseph Gazzo, president of Buddy's. "Mitch was a key member of the Aaron's management team that grew the company from a small rent-to-own operator into an internationally recognized chain serving millions of customers with over 2,100 locations. With Mitch's help, we are excited to take the unique talents of Buddy's and blend them into an even greater future."

"The energy and commitment from all the associates at Buddy's is contagious," said Paull. "I can see it, our competitors can see it, and more importantly, our customers can feel it. We are going to improve the lives of a lot of people as Buddy's grows to serve them. I am grateful to be able to be a part of it."