8.20.09 | Orleans, IN | Paoli announces that Steve Smith is returning as
Vice President Sales, Eastern Region. Mr. Smith's responsibilities include
growing Paoli's revenue in the Eastern Region by developing the sales team
and building upon strong customer relationships, as well as executing
strategic sales and marketing initiatives for the region.

"We're pleased to welcome Steve back to the Paoli management team," said
Dave Gardner, President, Paoli, in making the announcement. "He understands
our marketplace, he knows our customers and brings his experience in sales
development and leadership."

Mr. Smith originally joined Paoli in 1988 as Sales Manager, Commercial
Business Systems, and held positions of increasing responsibility including
Vice President, National Accounts and Vice President Sales, East Region.

Paoli's Eastern Region includes Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina,
South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, Indiana,
Ohio, Michigan and Southern Illinois.

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About Paoli

Specializing in office and contract furnishings, Paoli has been a
manufacturer of fine wood furniture since 1926. An HNI company, Paoli's
mission is to create long-term product value while exceeding customer
expectations. Key to the success of this mission is business simplification,
continuous improvement, process and product innovation, and integrity. For
more information about Paoli, please visit paoli.com.