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Henricksen Announces Return of Mark Dalton
September 10,
2026 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Henricksen, a leading national contract furniture dealer, is pleased to announce the return of Mark Dalton as Principal Emeritus and Regional Manager – Peoria, bringing more than four decades of commercial interiors experience and a long history of leadership with Henricksen. Dalton will lead the company's Peoria, Illinois team while supporting business development, client relationships, mentorship, and continued growth in the market.
“We’re thrilled to have Mark Dalton back on the Henricksen team. He brings a rare perspective, a big-picture view of where the industry is headed paired with an insider’s understanding of our people and culture, that supports his ability to deliver an unmatched level of service to our partners,” says Ryan Esche, Principal + General Manager - IL at Henricksen. “We’re looking forward to his guidance and leadership as we continue to enrich and expand on our presence in Peoria and the broader Midwest.”
Dalton originally joined Henricksen in 2006 and served as Principal and Vice President until his retirement in 2022. During his 16 years with the company, he was a trusted leader, mentor, and relationship builder, providing executive-level guidance and supporting teams and clients across the organization. In his new role, Dalton will utilize his deep industry knowledge, longstanding relationships, and a firsthand understanding of Henricksen's business and culture to support the team.
“I had a wonderful experience working alongside Henricksen’s Peoria team as VP of Business Development for many years, so when the opportunity arose to step back in and help guide their evolution, it was an easy decision,” says Dalton. “There’s tremendous opportunity in this region, and I’m excited to work alongside the team to deepen our existing partnerships while forging new relationships that will support our future growth.”
Throughout his career, Dalton has worked with some of the world's leading architecture and design firms on hundreds of projects, including his key role as a vendor for the Al Moosa Hospital in Al Mubarraz, Saudi Arabia. His contributions to the industry extend beyond client work, highlighted by his recognition with the Unsung Hero Award from the Chicago Chapter of DIFFA (Design Industry Foundation Fighting AIDS), honoring more than 20 years of dedicated involvement with the organization. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business and economics from Regis College.