Joe Lozowski
CEO + President
Contract Furniture
YEAR HIRED
2003
ALMA MATER
University of Michigan
MANAGER

about

Joe Lozowski is a seasoned business executive with a strong track record of transforming struggling companies into highly successful organizations. As the current President and CEO of Tangram Interiors, based in Los Angeles, California since 2002, he has played a pivotal role in rebuilding the company from a state of significant losses to achieving gross revenues exceeding $250 million, with record profitability. Tangram Interiors, a leading interior solutions provider in North America, thrives on a longstanding partnership with Steelcase, the world's largest furniture manufacturer. Joe Lozowski also served as the Chairman of the Steelcase Dealership Board of Directors, further showcasing his leadership abilities.

Prior to his role at Tangram Interiors, Joe held the position of President at University Business Interiors in Detroit, Michigan from 1996 to 2002. During his tenure, he successfully built a top-ranking Haworth Dealership from scratch, rapidly growing revenue from zero to an impressive $45 million within six years. Joe developed and executed the company's strategic plan, driving substantial growth and profitability. He cultivated strong relationships with key clients such as Compuware and Delphi Automotive and led a team of over 30 employees, fostering a positive and high-performance culture. Under his leadership, the company achieved a successful exit, generating significant returns for investors.

Joe Lozowski's professional journey began as an entry-level salesperson at Contract Interiors in Detroit, Michigan, where he steadily progressed to become the Vice President of Sales and General Manager. During his tenure from 1984 to 1996, he led a team of over 100 employees and played a vital role in developing and executing successful sales strategies that propelled the company's revenue from $60 million to $100 million. Joe built strong relationships with major clients, including Ford and General Motors, ensuring high levels of client retention and driving substantial growth. He also focused on operational efficiencies, successfully reducing costs and increasing profitability.

Joe Lozowski earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and Mathematics from the University of Michigan in 1981. With his natural ability to motivate and encourage entrepreneurship, Joe has fostered a culture at Tangram Interiors that prioritizes customer satisfaction and employee growth. His extensive experience, strategic vision, and exceptional leadership skills have positioned him as a highly respected and accomplished executive in the interior solutions industry.

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