05/03/2017 to 05/05/2017 – Nightingale presenting at the HDexpo
Nightingale is proud to be represented at this years HD Expo in Las Vegas. The HD Expo is the premier trade show for the hospitality industry including, inspiration, illuminating exibits, accredited continuing educational training and engaging conference sessions.
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06/12/2017 to 06/14/2017 – Nightingale attending NeoCon 2017
Nightingale is proud to announce that they will be attending the industries pinnacle show, Neocon 2017. This show will be Nightingale’s forth year in their permanent 3,000 sq. ft. showroom on the 10th floor, suite 1078, of the Merchandise Mart.
Nightingale has been attending the show since its launch in 1969.
Nightingale will be connecting with friends peers and releasing exciting new models. “We are extremely proud of our Neocon showroom and look forward to another exciting event with record attendance” said Brad Armacost, EVP of US Operations.
NeoCon listing:
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01/03/2017 – Edward J. Breen Named President
Nightingale Corp. announces that Edward J. Breen has been named President.
Breen, 45, who joined Nightingale fifteen years ago, was Chief Operating Officer (COO), and was responsible for Nightingale’s sales, marketing, and production operations. In his new role, he will continue to manage those areas in addition to the company's design innovation lab, accredited testing facility and Nightingale University.
"Edward has been a key player in making Nightingale a leader in the contract office seating industry,'' said Bill Breen, chairman and chief executive officer. "Under his guidance, we've significantly strengthened our brand and delivered 15 years of consecutive sales growth. He is an outstanding executive who has attracted many talented people to Nightingale and who will help lead this company to many more decades of profitable sales growth."
Breen holds an MBA from Dalhousie University and a Hons. BBA in Marketing from Wilfrid Laurier University.
With the launch of several new lounge and conference seating products, revamped digital and online presence, and a significant investment in Nightingale University – this year will be the most eventful and profitable yet.
Breen is recognized for his contribution to Nightingale and is thrilled in his new role.
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11/09/2016 to 11/10/2016 – NeoCon East 2016
Now located in the City of Brotherly Love, NeoCon East continues to evolve as the premier design expo and conference for interiors on the East Coast.
Come visit Nightingale at NeoCon East, on November 9th and 10th. You will find us at booth #603, just inside the Hall E entrance. We will have a collection of our best-selling models along with our new and exciting executive line at our booth. Our energetic team is looking forward to welcoming our guests and industry peers at the this year’s exhibit.
Entering its 14th year NeoCon East continues to evolve as the premier design expo and conference for commercial interiors on the East Coast. This year's show will feature new partnerships with important regional design organizations as well as the best in products and services, ready to specify, across a spectrum of vertical markets including Workplace, Healthcare, Education, Public Space, Hospitality, Retail and Government.
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10/25/2016 to 10/29/2016 – Nightingale To Exhibit at ORGATEC 2016
Nightingale Corp, an innovative ISO 9002 and 14001:2004 manufacturer of Contract Office Seating since 1928, today announced that it will be introducing two new chairs, the EC 3 Series, IC2 Series and the improved EXO, at Orgatec in Cologne, Germany,
Nightingale will be displayed in Hall 08.1 Stand # C-071
Nightingale will respond to the necessities for the new work environment with innovative seating solutions for 2016. Nightingale's State of the Art Certified Testing Laboratory allows us to develop a high quality that exceeds world standards.
Nightingale will continue featuring our XO line and will continue growing in Europe, Africa and the Middle East markets. Especially Europe thank to our distribution center in Spain. Said Luis Garfias, International Sales Manager.
The main reason we have been successful, is because we just don’t say quality, I know lots of people do it, we stand behind it. Sais Ed Breen, Nightingale’s COO
Nightingale’s products meet or exceed ANSI / BIFMA Standards. Furthermore, all of our products are also certified under the more stringent Greenguard Children & School Standards.
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08/16/2016 – Nightingale supports Urban Beehive Project
In an effort to support local communities with their environmental initiatives, Nightingale is sponsoring the largest Urban Beehive Project in Canada. A local task force comprised of community leaders, local architects and designers from Charlottetown will unveil this environmental initiative. This is the first beehive structure specifically designed to be placed in a public park, featured to protect honey bees as well as produce local honey. The giant beehive will be making a vibrant presence to local residents and businesses. The structure is the first of several that will house beehives as part of the Urban Beehive Project, created by architects Murray and Stojak. The bees will arrive next week. Locals are free to check the structures out, but the grand opening with both structures will be in mid-August. The honey made by the bees will be donated to the food bank and soup kitchen. “We are an agriculture based country, and as such we rely heavily on the wellbeing of bees as they pollinate our crops from Coast to Coast”, say Egon Szenttamasy, VP of Sales in Canada. Nightingale is proud to be an environmentally friendly manufacturer, and a sponsor and supporter of green initiatives across the globe.![](/sites/default/files/bee_hive.jpg)
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08/15/2016 – Nightingale's full IDCEC CEU accreditation
Starting August 22nd 2016 Nightingale is pleased to announce full IDCEC CEU accreditation for the ‘Sitting Experience’ classroom presentation. The "Sitting Experience" takes participants far beyond the usual focus on outward posture, to the innermost design and functional operation of the human body. The Nightingale "Sitting Experience" also teaches the crucial qualifications required of a chair design that is nice to look at and ergonomical to sit in. Presenter for the ‘Sitting Experience’ is Mark Francis; Learning & Development Manager at Nightingale chair corporation. Mark comes to these presentations with over 20 years of experience in the seating industry. For more information or to register please email Mark Francis at mfrancis@nightingalechairs.com
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06/13/2016 to 06/16/2016 – Nightingale Attending Neocon 2016
Nightingale announces that they will be attending Neocon 2016. This show will be Nightingale’s third year in their permanent 3,000 sq. ft. showroom on the 10th floor, suite 1078, of the Merchandise Mart. Nightingale has been attending the show since its launch in 1969.
“We are extremely proud of our Neocon showroom and look forward to another exciting event with record attendance” said Brad Armacost, EVP of US Operations.
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11/25/2015 – Egon Szenttamasy Promoted to VP Sales - Canada
Nightingale announces that Egon Szenttamasy has been promoted into the role of Vice-President Sales - Canada, effective immediately, and will be reporting directly to Ed Breen, Chief Operating Officer. Egon will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Nightingale’s efforts in Canada focusing on our Sales Team, Distribution Channels and other National Initiatives. Szenttamasy has been employed with Nightingale since 2008 most recently in the role of Director of Sales – GSA and International. He has an extensive knowledge in the products and procedures at Nightingale and has proven to be a dynamic leader. “Egon has a track record of sales success and has proven to be a charismatic leader in every position he has held. I’m excited to have Egon lead our Canadian sales operations and energize our valued distribution partners” says Ed Breen. Szenttamasy is excited to begin his new role and developing working relationships in the Canadian market.
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11/23/2015 – New EXO Versions
Nightingale announces updates to our successful EXO line. The EXO series features a mid-back and now introduces a high-back and high-back with headrest versions. Both of the two new versions come with the lines full range of textiles and options. The EXO series also features a back lumbar support and side tension control to provide the user with the exact support needed for a comfortable sitting experience.
“The different back heights makes this series more competitive in the industry and allows Nightingale to meet and exceed contract seating specifications.”
Brad Armacost, EVP of US Operations
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