WADENA, Minn.—Homecrest Outdoor Living announced the hire of a new CEO, Randy Shorts. Shorts brings decades of experience in the outdoor furniture industry.
“We couldn’t be happier to welcome Randy to the Homecrest family as chief executive officer,” said Mike Bullinger, owner, Homecrest Outdoor Living. “We are incredibly proud of Homecrest’s accomplishments as a leading U.S. manufacturer over the past 65-plus years, and we are confident that Randy is the right person to lead the company into the next chapter of our story.”
Prior to taking on this role, Shorts served as vice president of operations for Brown Jordan.
Current Homecrest Outdoor Living CEO, Tim DeJong, will retire after nearly eight years as company head. He also previously served as the company’s COO.
“Looking to the future, we acknowledge with gratitude Tim’s tireless work and look forward to building on the foundation that he has carefully laid over the last decade,” Bullinger said.
DeJong is credited with incorporating new manufacturing technology and expanding product lines during his tenure.
“It has been an honor and privilege to serve such a dedicated team of professionals,” DeJong said. “I see wonderful opportunities for growth under Randy’s leadership, both for our people and our brand, as Homecrest continues to lead the industry in quality, comfort and design.”
As incoming CEO, Shorts is “excited and honored” to join Homecrest Outdoor Living and plans to expand on DeJong’s work.
“The company is solidly positioned to continue growing the legacy that is Homecrest,” Shorts said. “We will continue to design and develop unique, market-driven, contemporary pieces.”
