Robert H. Spilman
Bassett's president and chief executive officer
"The Preview product line is a perfect fit with Weiman's
strategy of manufacturing high-end contemporary upholstered
furniture. This acquisition offers growth opportunities for our
Weiman division by expanding our customer base and product lines
in key markets, while furthering Weiman's goal to be a leading
contemporary upholstered furniture producer in the United
States."
Mike Buskirk
Weiman's general manager
"We are excited about the marketing opportunities these new
distinctive lines offer our customers. With the addition of
Preview, we will have the strongest contemporary lineup in the
furniture business. Going forward, this new relationship will
allow shipment of new orders for Preview products in about four
weeks, which will be a real advantage for the Preview customer.
Weiman will be among the leaders in manufacturing contemporary
upholstery and occasional tables with design by Vladimir Kagan,
Stanley Jay Freidman, Fillmore Harty and Hantano Yoshiharu."
Employees at Preview have been offered the opportunity to
relocate, and Weiman anticipates there will be a number of
hiring opportunities available in the New River Valley area in
Virginia.
