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Invested in Your Success

At Kore, our employee-owners are dedicated to crafting tailored solutions that go beyond furniture. We combine innovative design with a personal investment in your success to deliver spaces that improve productivity and support your team’s goals. 

Focused on Your Evolving Needs for Over 50 Years

Since 1976, we’ve grown alongside our clients, transforming from a provider of economical furniture to a partner delivering thoughtful, full-scope solutions. Our design and installation teams create tailored spaces using products from top manufacturers and our custom EKOS line. Whether it’s a single office or an entire workplace, we provide innovative solutions and trusted expertise to ensure your space works for you.

1976

Founded in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

2002

Expanded into Chicago, Illinois market.

2006

Expanded into Jackson, Michigan market.

2009

Expanded into Lansing, Michigan market.

2012

Expanded into Indianapolis, Indiana market. Established as an ESOP – 100% employee owned.

Sustainability underpins what we do

Kore has always been committed to a sustainable environment. We purchased and revitalized our manufacturing facility back in 2006. We’ve significantly reduced our electricity and natural gas use and waste production. We help keep thousands of tons of waste out of landfills through clean manufacturing practices and lean packaging engineering.

Our mission and values

At Kore, we believe every workspace should tell a story—your story. By combining integrity, innovation, and a people-first approach, we design commercial interiors that enhance well-being, foster productivity, and reflect your unique vision.

Meet the team

Tim Shields

President & CEO

Tim Barrios

VP, Business Development

Kaylyn Todd

VP, Growth & Marketing

James Porter

VP, Manufacturing

Hannah Brooks

Continuous Improvement Analyst

Andy Rysdam

Fractional CFO

Brian Whitaker

Business Development Executive

Anna Bigler

Showroom Coordinator

Steve Maddalena

General Manager

Sarah Ochsner

Account Executive

Greg DeVries

Account Executive

Jan Viglione

Account Executive

Nick Fiore

Account Executive

Mary Tobler

Account Executive

Steve Culling

Account Executive

Brian Hengesbach

Account Executive

Brenda Ruiz

Account Executive

Bob Hogan

Account Executive

Fred Holwerda

Account Executive

Scott Brouwer

Sales Coordinator

Gary Kalahar

Sales Coordinator

Tim Zemer

National Account Executive

Nick Hayes

Product Marketing Manager

Jordan Ramirez

Associate Product Marketing Manager

Sean Howell

Manufacturing Manager, Systems

Art Brys

Manufacturing Manager, Wood

Larry Maksymowski

Engineering Manager

Troy Miller

Installation Manager

Katie Crothers

Design Lead

Karen Myszak

Senior Designer

Michelle Andrus

Senior Designer

Corrin Swarts

Designer

Emily Benson

Designer

Sarah Chesner

Designer

Clint Puffer

Senior IT Administrator

Ben Henderson

Operations Manager

Andrea Stone

Operations Systems Specialist

Staci Thompson

Project Coordinator

Karley Plutchak

Project Coordinator

Donna Simko

Financial Analyst

Jamie VanDyke

Assistant Controller

Rachelle Compton

Market Launch Manager EFA

Paula McCarty

Marketing Coordinator

Come work with us!

As employee-owners, we all work together to ensure our company – and everyone here – succeeds. We offer flexibility, growth opportunities and competitive salary and benefits.

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