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Michael Schloemer Named Director of Retail Relations For Elite Leather

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Elite Leather , one  of America’s leading furniture manufacturers, has brought in seasoned retail  professional,  Michael  Schloemer,  as  Director  of  Retail  Relations.  This  progressive  addition  to  Elite  Leather’s  team  offers  a  welcomed  advancement  to  strenghten  retail  and  customer  relations,  as  well  as  an  opportunity to develop innovative sales strategies in the new marketplace.

Prior  to  Elite  Leather,  Schloemer  was  Director  of  Retail  Sales  for  contemporary  retailer  Rubin’s  Furniture,  one  of  Elite  Leather’s  top  customers. Based in the Midwest, Schloemer managed Rubin’s three store locations in Madison, WI, Milwaukee, MN and Chicago, IL. Garnering more than 20 years experience with Rubin’s Furniture, Elite Leather is delighted to tap into his retail perspective and expertise. 

As Director of Retail Relations for Elite Leather, Schloemer’s primary objective is to develop programs that will strengthen Elite Leather’s relationships with retailers and support sales and marketing efforts. Initiatives include developing retail programs that resonate with current and prospective customers, consumers, retail sales and factory sales representatives; and, evaluating market trends for new product recommendations.  

About Elite Leather:  Family‐owned  Elite  Leather  was  established  in  1959  in  Southern  California  and  has  grown  into  one  of  America’s  leading  furniture manufacturers.  The company produces stylish yet functional furniture, a principle that has been adhered to since  the company was founded.  Elite Leather’s collection includes over 80 different styles that are available in over 200 colors and 30 leather patterns or 200 fabrics.  The company prides itself in creating high‐quality leather furniture while retaining a tradition of craftsmanship and perfectionism.  Elite Leather and its products have been featured in publications such as Elle Décor, House Beautiful, USA Weekend and Los Angeles Times, to name a few. For more information visit www.eliteleather.com.