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Pollack and Weitzner Limited to Merge

Interior Design Admin -- Interior Design, 5/17/2011 1:07:34 PM

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After 23 years of steady and enviable growth, Pollack, a pioneer in the residential, hospitality and contract textile industry, is understandably excited about their newest venture, the merger with Weitzner Limited, the internationally renowned wallcovering company. Beyond consolidating their respective leadership roles, this "merger for strength", according to Susan Sullivan, V.P. of Sales and Marketing, enhances both design-driven brands' growth potential, as well as continuing to build a diverse product offering for designers and consumers.

Pollack, founded in 1988, today offers more than 500 innovative and eclectic designs in its line. With a firm footing in the markets for indoor and outdoor upholstery, window- and wall-coverings, the company expanded in January 2010 with the launch of "Pure", its first unique label of luxury textiles. Established in 2004, Weitzner is well known for combining extraordinary design with unusual materials to create products that challenge the perception of what a wallcovering can be. Showcasing content as diverse as recycled newspapers, magnetic linen and fig tree bark, the Weitzner aesthetic is ultimately defined by Lori Weitzner's endless curiosity and passion for quality.

"The Pollack and Weitzner merger is a textbook example of the perfect business consolidation," said Rick Sullivan, President, CEO and CFO of Pollack. "We've taken two of the best brand names in the industry and added increased growth potential and the economies of scale. It's a "slam-dunk" winner in all respects - for our brands, our employees, our business partners and our clients."

The Pollack and Weitzner brands will remain completely separate with respect to each company's design studio, aesthetics and distribution. And with the merger's increased working capital, Weitzner plans to expand into textiles within the next year, with the introduction of its own fabric collection.

"Lori is a marvel in the design world, and I have always admired both her amazing talent and her enthusiasm for design," said Mark Pollack, Design Director of Pollack. "I think that this merger will energize both of our studios, with their uniquely different styles, but with a common commitment to excellence. It is such a unique opportunity for all of us."

"I have admired Pollack since they began 23 years ago; an amazing company with beautiful products and beautiful people," added Lori Weitzner, Principal and Creative Director of Weitzner Limited. "I am humbled and incredibly honored to be their partner."

For more information, please visit www.pollackassociates.com and www.weitznerlimited.com.