HFA Names Next CEO After Departure of Former Leader

The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) has announced Peter Theran is its next CEO.

“HFA is extremely fortunate to have someone with Peter’s ability and experience to lead the organization,” says board chair Dave Koehler. “He will be a tremendous liaison to the industry and a dynamic leader for HFA.”

Joining the industry organization Sept. 1, Theran brings more than two decades of executive leadership across respected names in retail, electronics and wellness, such as Bose Corp., Human Touch and Brookstone. Most recently, he served as president of furniture retailer Boston Interiors, a position he held for nearly seven years. He has successfully guided these companies through growth, transformation and heightened market relevance.

The association says his deep industry knowledge, innovative thinking and collaborative approach make him an ideal leader to help shape the future of HFA.

“We live in such rapidly changing times today — from the supply chain all the way through the customer experience on the showroom floor — the opportunity for HFA to add value to all home furnishings retailers, small and large, has never been greater,” says Theran. “I am delighted to have the opportunity to be a part of HFA’s leadership as we take on those challenges.”

Theran replaces Shannon Williams, who left the association in June, after just one year in the role and seven years with HFA. Williams had succeeded Mark Schumacher, who served at the association’s helm for nearly four years.