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Paramount Sleep Doubles Commitment to 100% Pure Cotton

June 16, 2026  by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry   

Mr. Farag brings more than 20 years of strategic finance and operational leadership experience, having served in executive roles including CFO and COO across public and private companies. His track record of driving profitable growth, leading enterprise transformations, and executing value creation strategies positions him well to support Lovesac's continued expansion and strategic initiatives.

"We are thrilled to welcome Andrew to the Lovesac team at this pivotal moment in our company's evolution," said Shawn Nelson, Chief Executive Officer. "Having worked with Andrew previously in a consulting capacity, we saw firsthand the value he brings to complex business challenges. With his extensive experience driving operational excellence and financial discipline across retail, consumer goods, and manufacturing companies, he is the perfect partner as we execute on the most ambitious product innovation roadmap in Lovesac's history. His proven ability to optimize financial operations, lead systems implementations, and drive business growth and margin improvements through marketing, supply chain, manufacturing, and organizational strategic initiatives aligns perfectly with our strategic priorities as we pursue our mission to become the most loved home brand in America."

Most recently, Mr. Farag served as Managing Director at Riveron, where he provided strategic finance and corporate advisory solutions. In this capacity and through his previous role at Ankura Consulting, he led financial transformations, post-merger integrations, and performance improvement initiatives across multiple industries including consumer goods, marketing, manufacturing, retail, and technology. His experience encompasses companies at every stage of growth, including those scaling toward $2 billion in revenue. Prior to his consulting roles, Farag held CFO and COO positions at Net Retailers, Inc., Dynamic Communities, and rEvolution Marketing where he built and scaled finance organizations, developed sophisticated FP&A capabilities, and led companies through critical growth phases. Mr. Farag earned his Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Purdue University's Krannert School of Management and his MBA in Finance from Northwestern University's J.L. Kellogg School of Management.

"I want to express my sincere appreciation to Keith for his contributions to Lovesac over the past three years," Nelson added. "His leadership has helped establish a strong financial foundation, and we wish him continued success in all of his future endeavors."

The Company reaffirmed its second quarter and full-year fiscal 2027 financial guidance, as previously announced in the first quarter fiscal 2027 earnings release issued on June 11, 2026.Paramount Sleep Company, the only mattress manufacturer licensed to carry the Seal of Cotton® trademark of Cotton Incorporated, has more than doubled its commitment to 100% pure cotton since launching its exclusive program in January 2025.

What began with 75,000 pounds of 100% cotton in its upholstery layers has grown to approximately 200,000 pounds as of June 2026. Paramount’s cotton sourcing spans two streams: 100% pure Virginia-grown cotton for premium upholstery layers, and “blue” cotton — new, unused denim trimmings recovered from the garment industry and upcycled into luxury mattress manufacturing.

“We’ve backed our commitment to natural materials with real volume,” said Richard Fleck, president of Paramount Sleep. “Getting to nearly 200,000 pounds in just over a year reflects what our retail partners and their customers are asking for — materials they can trust.”

Cotton’s performance makes it ideally suited for sleep products. The Seal of Cotton trademark is recognized by more than 80% of consumers globally and associated with comfort, quality, and durability. Naturally breathable, hypoallergenic, moisture-wicking, and odor resistant, it delivers a healthier sleep environment. As one of the most sustainable fibers available, it is biodegradable, durable, recyclable, and net carbon negative — absorbing more carbon during cultivation than is emitted during processing.

That commitment to sustainable and natural products runs deep at Paramount. Richard Diamonstein, the company’s third-generation owner and managing director, has served on the Mattress Recycling Council since its inception, helping to shape end-of-life standards for the industry. Paramount’s investment in cotton reflects the same philosophy: building products that are better from the first stitch to the final recycling.

“Our exclusive partnership with Cotton Incorporated has been both rewarding and highly successful, driven by a shared commitment to sustainability and advancing the use of natural, responsibly sourced materials,” said Diamonstein.

Recent research from Cotton Incorporated reveals that consumers are increasingly aware of the health risks of microplastics present in everyday items. For Paramount, whose cotton upholstery layers offer a natural, plastic-free alternative, this shift is a significant tailwind that the company has been capitalizing on as it expands its cotton program to more product lines and retail partners. The focus on health and wellness is a key design pillar at Paramount, developing products that promote quality sleep as part of a healthy lifestyle.

The trademark is featured across some of Paramount’s top brands: the Paramount Collection, Bloomingdale’s Asteria, Macy’s HD Super Duty, Hypnos Whole Sleep Cotton and Wool ranges, PSC Hospitality collection, and the Haynes Virginia Luxury line. According to company officials, retailers and brands leveraging the Seal of Cotton have seen strong sales increases on products bearing the label.

Paramount’s qualifying beds contain an average of 90% “blue” cotton and 100% pure cotton in their upholstery pads, surpassing the program’s minimum 75% threshold. All Seal of Cotton-qualified collections are backed by Paramount’s industry-leading 10- to 20-year performance warranty, depending on the brand.