Windward Announces Additions to Its Executive Team

Furniture World News Desk on 12/2/2021

Pictured L to R: Steve Waszazak, Lisa Cobert and Chad Desmett.

Windward, designer and manufacturer of casual outdoor furnishings, recently announced the expansion of its corporate executive team with the addition of Chad Desmett as Operations Manager, Lisa Cobert as Human Resources Manager and Steve Waszazak as Information Technology Manager.  Each brings to Windward expertise in his or her specific areas and a passion to be a part of the growth of the American-Made Windward brand. 

“These three consummate professionals bring to the Windward organization an energy and expertise that will be a tremendous asset as our company continues to grow,” said Rachel Peace, CIO, Windward. “We welcome each as a valuable resource in our efforts to position Windward as a leading casual furnishing brand.”

As Operations Manager, Chad Desmett joins Windward with an incredible track record of ramping up and managing multiple successful high-level furniture manufacturing plants in the US.  He has been tasked with improving performance and quality processes as well as supervising supply chain and inventory. Oversight of budgeting, workflow and staffing also are responsibilities of Chad’s position within Windward. Originally from Pennsylvania, Chad now resides in Florida with his six-month-old daughter.  Desmett is proud of being a part of a family owned company that relentlessly pursues quality and continues to bring jobs back to America. 

With over 25 years as a Human Resources professional, Lisa Cobert has led HR practices and provided employee-oriented, high performance business cultures emphasizing productivity, standards, goal attainment, recruitment, and development of superior work forces.  Cobert, who holds a SPHR certification, resides in Sarasota with her husband of 34 years.  “Being given an opportunity to be a part of Windward has been such a blessing for me,” said Cobert. “To know that I can play a part in the future success of a “Made in America” organization, makes every day purposeful.”

Steve Waszazak bring over 25 years of technology expertise to his position as Windward’s IT Manager.  Steve comes to Windward from Amazon and is a seasoned expert in using technology to positively impact customer experience and drive business value.  He is a member of InfraGard, which is a partnership between the FBI and the private sector. Outside of work, Steve is a loving father and highly passionate about the outdoors.  

For more information visit www.Windwarddesigngroup.com or call 941-359-0890.

About Windward:

Since 1990, the Windward has been committed to the production of quality residential and commercial outdoor furnishing designs and a full line of replacement cushions. The family focused operation employs over 100 valued employees all with a concentration on pride in manufacturing quality and stylish products at competitive prices.   www.Windwarddesigngroup.com