Kimball International, Inc. announced a new organizational structure to drive market share gains.
The new organization will be comprised of four market-centric business units: Workplace, Health, Hospitality and eBusiness that will enable Kimball International to marshal its significant industry, product and brand expertise to maximize growth opportunities in today’s marketplace. This next phase of the Kimball International Connect Strategy, designated Connect 2.0, specifically addresses the changing industry dynamics brought about by the COVID-19 health crisis and its aftermath.
Kourtney L. Smith, President, Workplace, joined Kimball International in 1988 and most recently served as President of the National Office Furniture brand. During her tenure at the Company, Kourtney has built deep experience in both the office and the hospitality industries and has held roles of increasing responsibility in marketing, product development, sales and service.
Phyllis M. Goetz, President, Health, joined the Company in 2019 with more than 30 years of experience in the commercial furniture industry and specific expertise in driving growth and developing strategic partnerships in the healthcare, commercial and design communities. Prior to joining Kimball International, Phyllis held multiple leadership roles in the Healthcare divisions of Herman Miller and Steelcase.
Katherine S. Sigler, President, Hospitality, joined Kimball International in 1990 and was most recently President of Kimball Hospitality. Kathy has held leadership roles in manufacturing products for the hospitality and commercial markets and developed substantial expertise in the areas of operational excellence, complex project management and customer-centric engagement.
Koorosh Sharghi, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, President eBusiness, joined the Company in 2019 with extensive cross-functional experience in business transformation leadership, digital marketing, operations, and finance. Prior to joining the Company, Koorosh held several leadership positions at Newell Brands, where he was responsible for building center-led functions across a portfolio of market-leading brands.
For 70 years, Kimball International has created design driven furnishings.
