Hall of Fame names CEO to succeed McNeill
The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation has named its next CEO to succeed Karen McNeill Pond, who is retiring at the end of this year.
HIGH POINT — The American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation has named its next CEO to succeed Karen McNeill Pond, who is retiring at the end of this year.
The board of directors has named Brian Moffitt to the position, beginning May 27. McNeill will continue as chair of the board.
“The Hall of Fame has experienced extraordinary growth and change during the past several years,” said Satya Tiwari, CEO of Surya and president of the foundation board. “Now that we have a home, there are many initiatives to be launched as we look to new ways to use this facility. Brian is a skilled relationship builder with fundraising experience on a national level.”
Moffitt served as CEO of Richard Petty Motorsports for 12 years following his role as executive vice president of marketing for multiple Petty family businesses. He is passionate about strategic business development and financial performance, securing more than $250 million in sponsorship revenues through partnering with national brands such as Best Buy, the U.S. Air Force, Smithfield and STP.
“Coming from an intensely competitive industry, Brian brings a winning combination of nationwide fundraising, energy and a fresh vision for the Hall of Fame,” said McNeill. “In addition, and of great interest to us, he also brings experience and contacts in the worlds of museums, nonprofit foundations and the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
“An added bonus is that he grew up in the area working summers at a retail furniture store and in showrooms getting ready for market,” she added. “This has fostered a deep appreciation for the industry and of the importance of High Point on the world stage of home furnishings.”
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