Austin Horn hires reg. sales mgr.

Staff -- Home Textiles Today, 9/9/2002 12:00:00 AM

ATLANTA —

Barry Wasserman has been appointed southeast regional sales manager for Austin Horn Collection, a luxury bedding manufacturer.

He brings more than 15 years of experience at wholesale and retail to the company. As a buyer and store manager for the last five years at Pioneer Linens in West Palm Beach, FL, Wasserman was one of the collection's top buyers.

Prior to that, he spent four years as general manager and buyer for The Linen Store in Delray Beach, FL, after moving from Buffalo, NY, where he was owner of a bath and fine linen business.

Wasserman's career encompasses both merchandising and sales management.

"Austin Horn Collection is delighted to welcome Barry to our team. The scope of his experience and in-depth knowledge of our business provide us a great opportunity for future growth in a region we consider very important," said Dian Austin, president and designer.