Couristan Names Tommy Armistead VP of Area Rug Sales

Fort Lee, NJ, January 30, 2023-Couristan-a manufacturer of fine, quality area rugs, residential broadloom and custom contract·hospitality carpeting-announced as part of its long-term growth plan for its area rug division, the appointment of Tommy Armistead to the position of vice president of area rug sales for the company’s mass merchant accounts.

As an industry veteran with over ten years of experience in the home furnishings and area rug industries, Armistead will lead and execute Couristan’s exploration and strategic development of new business opportunities within the furniture store and mass merchant segments.

Most recently, Armistead was employed by JLA Home where he served the company as its vice president of sales overseeing the company’s area rug division. Prior he served as national account manager at Balta Home. Armistead will be reporting to Ron Couri.