FORT LEE, N.J. -- Couristan, Inc., a leading manufacturer of fine quality area rugs, residential broadloom, and custom contract·hospitality carpeting, has announced the appointment of Mark Ferullo as vice president of National Accounts, as part of the company's long-term growth plan for its area rug division.
An industry veteran with over 20 years of experience in the home furnishings and area rug industries, Ferullo will lead and execute Couristan's exploration and strategic development of new business opportunities within the national accounts segment. He will report to Steve Codella, Couristan's executive vice president of sales, and Ron Couri, president and CEO.
Ron Couri noted, "Mark's creative leadership and unique experiences in sales and operations within the home furnishings and area rug industries will provide tremendous value to his role within our company. I'm confident that with Mark as our vice president of national accounts we will be able to fully maximize our growth opportunity while providing added support to our existing national accounts."
Added Ferullo, "I am truly excited about working with the team assembled at Couristan. The Couristan brand has an amazing reputation that I am proud to now represent. The product line, marketing and a focused approach toward the growth of the company's area rug business, coupled with a brand that has a legacy of 90 years in the floor covering industry, are truly an honor for me to be working with."
Prior to joining Couristan, Ferullo served as vice president of Rizzy Home, where he oversaw the company's U.S. operations and sales.