Furniture Fellowship Prayer Breakfast Announces 2025 Board of Directors

Furniture World News Desk on 1/28/2025

The Furniture Fellowship Prayer Breakfast has announced its 2025 Board of Directors, representing a broad cross-section of the home furnishings industry. Carlos Bosch, President of Violino USA, will serve as Board President.

Lael Thompson, Chief Operating Officer of Home Collections Furniture, has been named Vice President. Sean O’Connor, President of Universal Furniture, will take on the role of Treasurer, while Lorri Kelley, founder of Lorri Kelley Advisors, will serve as Events Chair.

Industry Outreach will be led by Iv Culp, President & CEO of Culp, Inc. Hunter Davis, President of Davis Direct, has been named Board Secretary, and Anna Jolly, Director of Business Development at Elements Studio, will oversee Marketing. Taylor Helson, Assistant Merchandiser & Marketing Coordinator for Violino USA, has been appointed Board Liaison to coordinate efforts and activities.

Reflecting on his new role, Bosch said, “I am humbled to take on this legacy position, following in the footsteps of many previous leaders in our industry who felt the importance of bringing a spiritual gathering opportunity to the Spring Market. I am truly energized by the opportunity to collaborate with these talented and dedicated leaders who, like me, want to ensure the foundation is set to make certain this event will be a part of our industry for many years to come.”

He added, “Attending the Prayer Breakfast in years past was always very important to me as it helped me set my priorities straight while turning my focus on God as I conduct business during the furniture market.”

About the Furniture Fellowship
The Furniture Fellowship Prayer Breakfast, a non-profit organization, has been held since 1993 at the opening of the Spring International High Point Market. It emphasizes the importance of community and fellowship within the furniture industry. The event features speakers who share personal stories, life lessons, and spiritual insights that offer encouragement and wisdom applicable to personal and professional life.

For more information, visit FurnitureFellowshipBreakfast.com.

About the Furniture Fellowship
 The Furniture Fellowship Prayer Breakfast, a non-profit organization, has been held since 1993 at the opening of the Spring International High Point Market.  It emphasizes the importance of community and fellowship within the furniture industry. The event features speakers who share personal stories, life lessons and spiritual insights that offer encouragement and wisdom applicable to personal and professional life.  For more information on the breakfast visit www.FurnitureFellowshipBreakfast.com.