HON Announces Top Sales Distinction Awards to Industry-Leading Dealer Partners at Historic Rome Celebration

HON Highlights | Press + Events | 5.01.25

Muscatine, IA – May 1, 2025 – The HON Company, a leader in workplace and educational furnishings, proudly celebrated the accomplishments of its top-performing dealer partners during the 41st annual Team Up with HON Recognition Ceremony, hosted this year at the magnificent Palazzo Colonna in Rome, Italy. With a rich history spanning over 800 years, the Colonna family’s palace provided a stunning and meaningful backdrop to honor dedication, growth, and partnership across the dealer community.

“The Team Up awards program celebrates the shared success and exceptional commitment of our Dealer Partners to the HON brand,” said Ric Andersen, Vice President of Sales of The HON Company. “We’re proud to recognize their leadership and the impact they make in creating high-performance work and learning environments.”

Celebrating the 2025 HON Award Recipients
HON proudly acknowledges the hard work and excellence of the following dealer partners:

2025 HON Category Leader Award: W.B. MASON – Leo Meehan Recognized for outstanding growth across six core furniture categories, exemplifying continued excellence and partnership with HON.

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2025 HON New Product Champion Award: Henricksen – Jorge Anya Honored for exceptional success in championing new product introductions and expanding their reach in the marketplace.

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2025 HON Education Excellence Award: Herald Office – Myers Jordan Acknowledged for market leadership in the education sector, with significant expansion and performance in the K-12 space.

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2025 HON Sales and Marketing Excellence Award: Interior Environments – Randy Balconi Celebrated for strategic execution and outstanding results across multiple sectors, driven by innovative marketing and targeted sales strategies.

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2025 HON Standing Ovation Award: WORKSPACE | Storey Kenworthy – John Kenworthy Selected by HON teams for exceptional collaboration and community engagement, earning this honor for a second time.

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2025 HON Superior Sales Award: L&M Office Furniture – Jim Stewart Recognized for significant year-over-year growth and performance across core business metrics.

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2025 HON President’s Award: WORKSPACE ELEMENTS – Jason Woodbury Honored for unmatched achievement, strategic market leadership, and deep alignment with HON’s vision and values.

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Additionally, Stephen Anderson was named Market Manager of the Year, celebrated for his leadership, new business development, and contributions across multiple regional teams during a year of record growth.

A Night to Remember in Rome
The 2025 Team Up event transcended a typical awards ceremony—it became a true celebration of partnership and excellence amidst the timeless beauty of Rome. Attendees gathered at the historic Palazzo Colonna for an unforgettable evening of recognition, connection, and cultural elegance.

Operatic performances followed the awards program, reflecting the rich traditions of Italian artistry. The night concluded with remarks from HON leadership, highlighting the extraordinary achievements of dealer partners and setting a tone of gratitude and shared ambition for the future.

About The HON Company: Since 1944, The HON Company, has been in the business of making workspaces work better. At HON, we believe a thoughtfully designed workspace sets the stage for better work, that’s why we go to great lengths to build office furniture that helps you work smarter, more comfortably, and on your terms. HON has showrooms in two major cities across the United States - New York City and Washington DC, as always at our headquarters in Muscatine, Iowa. For additional information, visit www.hon.com or follow HON on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube.