Empire Today Executive and Leadership Team

John Sutherland, the Chief Executive Officer at Empire Today, directs the company's overall strategic vision and operational execution. Sutherland guides the enterprise through its direct-to-consumer flooring sales and installation services, ensuring alignment with market demands for carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile solutions. Overseeing the shop-at-home consultation model, Sutherland focuses on enhancing the customer experience from initial estimate to final installation. This leadership position involves driving growth across major metropolitan markets in the United States, solidifying Empire Today's market presence. By optimizing business processes, John Sutherland ensures the company's continued expansion and commitment to quality service delivery nationwide.

Bob Ellsweig, the President at Empire Today, drives the company's operational performance and market expansion initiatives. Ellsweig focuses on optimizing the delivery of flooring sales and installation services, ensuring the shop-at-home consultation model effectively serves residential and commercial clients across the United States. This leadership role involves overseeing the execution of strategic plans designed to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline the purchase process for carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile. By managing key operational departments, Bob Ellsweig ensures seamless coordination between sales, consultation, and installation teams. The objective is to maintain Empire Today's position as a leading provider of home improvement solutions through efficient and high-quality service delivery.

Melissa Kobin, the Contractor and President at Empire Today, spearheads the company's contractor network and installation quality assurance. Kobin ensures that the professional installation services for carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile meet Empire Today's high standards across all service areas in the United States. This dual role involves managing relationships with installation partners and overseeing the operational aspects of the shop-at-home consultation model, ensuring a cohesive customer journey. By focusing on contractor performance and adherence to best practices, Melissa Kobin directly impacts the quality of service delivered to residential and commercial clients. The emphasis is on maintaining a reliable and skilled installation workforce that supports the company's reputation for excellence in home improvement.

Terry Gornet, the Chief Human Resources Officer at Empire Today, architects the company's talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies. Gornet oversees all human capital initiatives, ensuring a robust workforce capable of supporting Empire Today's nationwide flooring sales and installation services. This role involves cultivating a positive and productive work environment that aligns with the company's direct-to-consumer model and shop-at-home consultation approach. By managing employee relations and benefits programs, Terry Gornet supports the operational efficiency required for residential and commercial projects across the United States. The focus remains on building a skilled team that delivers exceptional service and upholds the company's reputation for quality and reliability in flooring solutions.

Paul Carter, the Chief Strategy & Technology Officer at Empire Today, architects the company's long-term strategic roadmap and technological infrastructure. Carter drives innovation in the direct-to-consumer flooring sales and installation sector, leveraging technology to enhance the shop-at-home consultation model and operational efficiency. This role involves identifying and implementing solutions that support the expansion of carpet, hardwood, laminate, vinyl, and tile offerings across major U.S. markets. By overseeing technology development and strategic planning, Paul Carter ensures Empire Today remains competitive and adaptable. The focus is on integrating cutting-edge systems to improve customer engagement, streamline installation processes, and support overall business growth and market leadership.