Richardson Retires from Flexsteel

June 30, 2015  by in Executive Changes, Industry   

Jim Richardson has been with Flexsteel for more than 47 years impacting the company in marketing, design, product development, sales and advertising.

“Flexsteel has been privileged to have a talented executive like Jim in our company,” said Karel Czanderna, Flexsteel’s president and CEO. “By building a tightly connected team both inside and outside of Flexsteel, Jim’s leadership fueled the growth of our home furnishings business. He is respected for his expertise within the company and the furniture industry. Jim will continue supporting the company’s future as a director on our board.”

Richardson began and will end his career in the sales and marketing of home furnishings. He became a corporate officer and vice president of marketing in 1980. In 1995, Richardson was promoted to senior vice president of sales and marketing. Jim was also elected to Flexsteel’s board of directors in 1990.

“This announcement comes with mixed emotions,” Richardson said. “I have had a tremendous career with an exceptional company. I’m proud to have been involved with Flexsteel’s home furnishing business for many years, and I thank all the people I’ve worked with for their respect, hard work, and dedication to Flexsteel.”