Steve Spett

Co-Founder / Resident Vegan

Steve founded RF with his partner Ron in 2000. Since then they have built Resource into the global brand that it is today. One of Steve’s primary focuses is on our contract division, working closely with developers, hoteliers and their design teams. He also focuses on his clients, staff, and family (but not necessarily in that order).

Email Steve sspett@resourcefurniture.com

Ron Barth

Co-Founder / World Traveler

Ron Barth co-founded Resource in 2000 with his business partner, Steve Spett and a chair. Actually, two chairs and a table. Since then, together they have built Resource from a single-room operation into a global brand. Ron’s dedication (umm . . . obsession) to finding the finest products and providing 100% client satisfaction sets a high bar for everyone — which they gleefully jump over.

Email Ron rbarth@resourcefurniture.com

Challie Stillman

Vice President, Sales & Design

Challie is our very own Wonder Woman, responsible for managing vendor relationships, curating the Resource product collection, and overseeing sales operations across all showrooms. Challie also works closely with the Contract Division on large-scale, multi-family residential projects. Somehow, in addition to all that, Challie managed to complete an MBA at New York University. She’s our go-to girl for questions about anything aesthetic -- and she’s always right. Keep that in mind.

Email Challie challie@resourcefurniture.com

Jake Verost

New York Showroom Manager

Jake, in fact, does know everything. It’s irritating and invaluable at the same time — which is confusing, yet comforting. If you have a 3’ x 5’ room and need to sleep 14 people, Jake could definitely figure out how to fit in two more. Go ahead, just try to stump him.

Email Jake jake@resourcefurniture.com

Maria Marcellino

Sales & Design Consultant

Maria loves all things New York – the culture, the energy, the fact everyone is always drinking coffee, herself included. Having worked for Disney, she likes to add a touch of magic to everything she does. It is only fitting Maria finds Resource Furniture an enchanting place to work. With a background in Art History, she's found herself admiring the effects a space can have on a person, the same way she admires the effects artwork can have.  When she is not designing, she is usually at yoga, planning her next trip, at a music festival, or planning her next trip to a music festival.

Email Maria maria@resourcefurniture.com

Chelsea Wolocko

Sales & Design Consultant

Born in LA and raised in Detroit, Chelsea graduated from Western Michigan University with a dual degree in performance and production design — and since joining Resource Furniture she’s demonstrated there isn’t anything she can’t do! She goes out of her way to assist callers with all of their inquiries, no matter how unusual. Chelsea is always willing and eager to help her coworkers and generally keeps the entire NY operation running smoothly. Plus, she bakes!

Email Chelsea chelsea@resourcefurniture.com

Lauren Carpenter

Sales & Design Consultant

Originally hailing from Wetumpka, Alabama, Lauren spent the last decade in New York working for a variety of retailers specializing in high-end furnishings, including Design Within Reach where she achieved "Million Dollar Seller" status in multiple years. She loves renovations, restorations, vintage shopping, antiquing -- anything to do with design! Her home in Brooklyn allows her to spend her free time in Prospect Park, a favorite spot in her new adopted city.

Email Lauren lauren@resourcefurniture.com

Mariel Maia

Internet Sales Guru

Aside from keeping the whole staff laughing and in line, Mariel personally answers every inquiry, from every person, in every country, every day. She is also the person who handles our Live Chat. So, if you have a question that needs a quick answer, reach out to Mariel!

Email Mariel mariel@resourcefurniture.com

Adam Hare

Director of Showroom Design & Dealer Network

Adam is a native New Yorker who discovered his sense of style at a very young age. He is our very own design guru, taking the Resource Furniture showrooms to new levels of sophistication. Adam earned his interior design degree from The New York School of Interior Design, has worked for major interior design and architectural firms and even had his own interior design firm for a number of years. In his spare time Adam loves to travel, visit museums and art galleries, and collect art and Asian artifacts. He always tries to live by his motto, “there’s always room for a little more beauty in the world.”

Email Adam adam@resourcefurniture.com

Jordyn Keegan

Draftsman & Sales Assistant

Originally from Montreal, she migrated her way down to Connecticut, where she eventually earned her BA in Interior Design at the University of New Haven. Jordyn is a bit of an adrenaline junkie — wake surfing is her current passion, along with tossing pizzas, believe it or not! When she isn’t out on the water or covered in flour, you can find her canoodling with her two Portuguese Water Dogs, Walter, and Eddie. (Side note: her family was on the Portuguese Water Dog trend before the Obamas made it cool.)

Email Jordyn jordyn@resourcefurniture.com

Austin Woodfinlevine

Draftsman & Sales Assistant

Austin attended Rutgers University where he studied Landscape Architecture and Art History. He was beautifying backyards before deciding he prefers working indoors and joining the Resource team. A resident of Bushwick, Brooklyn, Austin likes drafting, video editing, art, fashion, and loud music.

Email Austin austin@resourcefurniture.com

Kathryn Leroux

Draftsman & Sales Assistant

Email Kathryn kathryn@resourcefurniture.com

Mirae Roh

Receptionist

Mirae is a self-described foodie and believes Queens to be superior to Manhattan when it comes to dining options. She's also a sucker for pretty cocktails (acquired during her years working as a bartender), puppies, and crisping herself in the sun.

Email Mirae mirae@resourcefurniture.com

Christine Salzer

Director of Operations

Email Christine christine@resourcefurniture.com

Kirk Schuly

Senior Project Manager

No stairwell is too narrow, no custom order is too crazy for backpack-toting Kirk - whether it’s convincing the delivery guys to walk up those six flights of stairs no one mentioned or figuring out that the ceiling is 2” lower than the furniture BEFORE the order is placed, Kirk is everyone’s hero. He needs a cape.

Email Kirk kirk@resourcefurniture.com

Samantha Cunningham

Purchasing Manager

Samantha hails from Queens, loves all things Elvis Presley, and enjoys spicy food (preferably paired with a glass of wine). With a background in the arts, Sam traveled to Ghana to study traditional African arts and after graduating college, lived in Thailand for a year teaching English. As our Purchasing Manager, Sam processes all our orders for New York, DC, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, and ensures they get on a container and shipped!

Email Samantha samantha@resourcefurniture.com

Alejandra Gallegos

Customer Service Manager

Born and raised in Anaheim, CA (home of Disneyland!), Alejandra made the move to the NYC in 2016 and has been here ever since. She handles east coast logistics, as well as all out-of-state shipments for our U.S. showrooms. Alejandra is also a practical sommelier of tequilas and mescals, and is always trying new types. And if you happen to be looking for a good hot sauce, Alejandra is your girl — she puts it on almost everything!

Email Alejandra aly@resourcefurniture.com

Pieter Depreeuw

Technical Project Manager / Technical Lead

Originally from Belgium, Pieter is our resident Project Manager and our go-to guy for resolving all sorts of technical issues. With degrees in woodworking and drafting, experience in general construction, and an extensive knowledge of technology, Pieter knows a thing or two about furniture design. That is why he is tasked with handling site measurements and providing technical support to all showrooms. There’s little Pieter can’t do!

Email Pieter pieter@resourcefurniture.com

Curt Meissner

Project Manager

Curt was most recently the creative principal at a Brooklyn-based design/build studio that worked on an array of residential, corporate, and museum projects. He's our go-to guy, responsible for site measurements, overseeing installations, and providing in-field customer service.

Email Curt curt@resourcefurniture.com

Pat Pujols

Controller

After obtaining her BBA at Baruch College and an MBA in Finance at St. John’s University, Pat worked for several years as a Controller. She now keeps the ship moving at Resource as our HR and finances expert. But she’s not just all about numbers — she also happens to be our in-house pizza aficionado. Pat spent her teenage years in the Dominican Republic, and wishes she could bring the gorgeous weather and beaches back with her to New York (don’t we all!). She’s happiest when she’s hiking upstate and spending time outdoors, and she loves spending time with her two kids.

Email Pat pat@resourcefurniture.com

Giorgio Minadze

Accounting Manager

Giorgio manages Resource's day-to-day order processing and billing, among other accounting-related things. A Renaissance man, Giorgio holds a degree in Marketing Management with a Minor in Economics from Baruch College and speaks four languages — English, Georgian, Russian and French!

Email Giorgio giorgio@resourcefurniture.com

Bridgette Morgan

Jr. Accountant

Bridgette brings a broad range of experience to her position at Resource, having previously worked with artists' management company Opus 3 Artists and the humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders. She received her BBA in Finance with a Minor in Communications from Baruch College, Zicklin School of Business. When she’s not busy with our books, you’ll find Bridgette binge-watching mysteries, thrillers, and horror programs!

Email Bridgette bridgette@resourcefurniture.com

Gabriella Pomata

Marketing & PR Manager

Shortly before joining our Marketing team, Gabriella studied English, communications and PR at SUNY New Paltz. She also happens to be an interiors fanatic, obsessively staying on top of the latest trends and tastemakers. She manages our marketing team here at Resource, directing strategy, writing newsletters, overseeing our social media, and more. Gabriella’s greatest loves are hiking, beaches, and her labradoodle pup, Luna.

Email Gabriella gabriella@resourcefurniture.com

Omar Soto

Graphic Designer

Omar is from Queens, and earned his BA in Communication Design at the NYC College of Technology. As our in-house graphic designer, he’s got the creativity bug — which would explain why he’s one of the sharper dressers in the office. In his spare time, Omar enjoys painting illustrations and exploring new places. He is also the proud parent of an adorable baby girl named Sophia (as well as a salt and pepper schnauzer named Bruno)!

Email Omar omar@resourcefurniture.com

Maria Claudia Narvaez Arango

Art & Creative Media Manager

Maria Claudia grew up in Colombia and came to New York a few years ago to study Interior Design at Parsons, where she received her Master’s degree. In addition to ensuring compliance with brand standards, she’s responsible for curating photography and all digital assets across the company's website, social media channels, and marketing materials. She’s also a big fan of traveling and has visited 33 countries.

Email Maria mc@resourcefurniture.com

Melissa Cahill

Webmaster

A native New Yorker, Melissa prefers not to leave the city unless she is also leaving the country (she is among the most seasoned travelers on our team). Before making the leap to digital media, Melissa honed her technical expertise and storytelling skills working on independent documentary films. Melissa knows the workings of our website better than anybody, and she helps develop and curate our digital content.

Email Melissa melissacahill@resourcefurniture.com

Gregory Johnson

Showroom Manager

Gregory grew up in Washington State but has lived in San Francisco for almost 25 years. With a degree in Interior Design and a background Visual Display, he keeps our San Francisco showroom looking beautiful. Outside of work, Gregory can often be found spelunking around estate sales hunting for unique treasures, and — like many of us — he’s a foodie.

Email Gregory gregory@resourcefurniture.com

Mark Eppley

Sales & Design Consultant

Mark is a 14-year furniture industry veteran and avid cyclist from Minnesota with a thirst for industrial design. As our newest Sales and Design Consultant, Mark certainly hits the ground running!

Email Mark marke@resourcefurniture.com

A.J. Kaneshiro

Showroom/Sales Assistant

A San Francisco native, AJ has a background of 25+ years in commercial real estate, property management, office administration, sales and marketing. After a lifetime of far-flung travels she is very excited to be back in her home city! When time allows, AJ loves supporting her local community — cheering on Bay Area sports teams, watching sunsets at a beach café, and attending local arts and cultural events with her children and grandchildren.

Email A.J. aj@resourcefurniture.com

Matthew Giesen

Project Manager

Following graduation from San Francisco State University, Matthew decided to travel east – by bicycle! A 2,500-mile cross-country trek found him smack in the heart of New York City building scenery for fashion shows, store windows, and Broadway stages. After a few years, Matthew cycled back to San Francisco (by way of Canada this time, for real) and started making custom furniture (check out his personal work here). When he’s not improving the lives of Resource Furniture clients, you’ll find him on his mountain bike or hunting for gems and minerals -- even prospecting for a little (very little) gold! -- as part of the San Francisco Gem & Mineral Society.

Email Matthew matthew@resourcefurniture.com

Melissa Boodoo

Sales & Design Consultant

With a passion for photography, Melissa knows how to make your space picture-perfect. Sharing her impressive knowledge of traditional arts and the colour spectrum, her space planning skills will make you feel like you’re walking into your own still photograph.

Email Melissa melissa@resourcefurniture.com

Chris Sinclair

Sales & Design Consultant

Do not be fooled by his youthful appearance (which he claims was achieved by Oil of Olay twice a day); Chris has extensive knowledge in all things design. With a background in Architecture and Interior Design, Chris will ensure your home is the perfect Modern concept.

Email Chris christopher@resourcefurniture.com

David Hooper

Owner / Stunt Man

Now that he's no longer falling out of trees or fighting Jackie Chan, David has “retired" into the wonderful world of small spaces. (We use the term “retired” here loosely — his idea of taking a vacation is leaving the showroom for half a day!) David’s inner stun man still comes out every now and then. Just ask for "Transformable Dave" when you visit our Vancouver location!

Email David david@resourcefurniture.com

Aleksandra Popovic

Showroom Manager and Design Consultant

Our very own small space expert and West Coast furniture know it all! Born and raised in beautiful Croatia, Aleksandra is very excited to be a new Mom as well as a new Canadian. She has been a part of the Resource Furniture Vancouver team from the very beginning and other than the year off for maternity (read it and weep American cousins) keeps the showroom running along smoothly. One of her favourite things is exploring the wilds of British Columbia in a vintage VW bus with her family.

Email Aleksandra aleksandra@resourcefurniture.com

Chloe Willison

Logistics, Marketing & Contract Manager / Wilderness Explorer

Born and raised in England, Chloe brings yet another charming accent to the Vancouver showroom. Chloe is our master at everything, and we’re surprised she doesn’t have ten arms! Aside from handling the daily routine of all things logistics, purchasing and contract, she loves spending time outdoors in Beautiful B.C. with her crew of awesome friends.

Email Chloe chloe@resourcefurniture.com

David Adamian

Sales And Design Consultant

Originally from Georgia, David has been a proud Canadian for over 25 years. A master measurer, David can answer any question you might have when it comes to storage and closet systems -- you will never find him without his measuring tools. He makes his home in beautiful North Vancouver with his wife, dog, and grown children nearby.

Email David dadamian@resourcefurniture.com