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About
US

We Are
COFCO

Philadelphia-born furniture dealer

Clients choose COFCO because we don’t just sell furniture; we help bring their vision to life. Whether navigating complex specifications, meeting tight deadlines, or maximizing limited space, our team approaches every project with a problem-solving mindset and a commitment to service that goes far beyond the transaction. With COFCO, you gain a trusted advisor who understands the stakes, anticipates challenges, and delivers spaces where people feel engaged, supported, and inspired. That’s why so many clients return to us time and time again.

Explore our full range of office solutions designed to inspire productivity and creativity in every workspace.

Fun

We connect and bring meaning and joy to what we do.

Focus on our shared sense of purpose and passions. Engage with positivity, levity, and gratitude to uplift the human spirit. Inspire the best in each other and what we do. Make a positive difference in our work and our communities. Unite and celebrate our people, partners, and success.

Resourceful

We find a way to deliver our best work.

Champion the needs and success of our clients and our people. Engage with a collaborative approach. Embrace change and seek continuous improvements to optimize what we do. Harness our collective strengths. Overcome adversity. Pursue innovation and creativity.

Dedicated

We do what is needed to get the job done right.

Deliver quality results in the best interests of our clients and our people. Drive to create exceptional client experiences. Promote and recognize the passion, performance, and potential of our people. Strive to be the best partner in our industry. Trust and empower our people to lead.

Authentic

We engage with transparency and trust to bring our greatest value.

Appreciate the unique differences, perspectives, and contributions of all people. Connect with honesty and openness. Encourage curiosity, learning, and growth. Hold each other accountable. Represent our true selves in all we do.

Professional

We believe our relationships, our words, and our work matter.

Build meaningful relationships and networks. Communicate with composure, focus, and respect. Engage others with empathy, equity, and integrity. Represent the best of our craft. Stay true to our vision and values. 

The COFCO way

COFCO is built on our core values that permeate the entire organization. These key characteristics are expressed in all aspects of how COFCO does business

Spacious conference area inside COFCO, a Henricksen Company Philadelphia showroom, featuring a long wooden meeting table surrounded by ergonomic Allsteel chairs, glass partition walls, and warm ambient lighting highlighting the modern office design.
Company A

[COFCO is] the best furniture contractor I have ever used. They will be part of my team every chance I get…They were team players who put their money where their mouth is! Great teamwork and communication. Can’t wait to do it again!

Barbara Price

Senior Project Manager, Blue Sky | Coakley & Williams Construction

Modern open-office environment at COFCO, a Henricksen Company Philadelphia showroom, featuring collaborative workstations with red and wood finishes, lounge seating, glass-enclosed meeting rooms, and natural light highlighting the downtown skyline views

Strong Partnerships

We are passionate about making your life easier, making your business more productive, positively impacting your office culture, and making people happy. Our depth of knowledge in the available product lines enables us to provide the right solution for you. Learn more about our manufacturers

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Leadership

Joan Waters

Joan Waters

Divisional General Manager – DC, NY + PA

Erin Costello

Erin Costello

General Manager

Jessica Paulshock

Jessica Paulshock

Vice President of Operations

Dean Molz

Dean Molz

Director of Business Development

Bob Batley

Bob Batley

Director, Architectural Products

Sales Team

Charlie Embler

Charlie Embler

Senior Account Executive

Chris Grove

Chris Grove

Senior Account Executive

Deborah Moyer

Deborah Moyer

Senior Account Executive

Lauren Hanible

Lauren Hanible

Account Executive

Michele Eife

Michele Eife

Senior Account Executive

Mike Barta

Mike Barta

Account Executive

Robin Quinn

Robin Quinn

Senior Account Executive

Sylvan Einstein

Sylvan Einstein

Sylvan Einstein

Tim Jacobson

Tim Jacobson

Director of Facilities & Asset Management

Traci Canal

Traci Canal

Account Executive

Yonca Gerlach

Yonca Gerlach

Account Executive

Randi Howard

Randi Howard

Account Executive

Katy Bomberger

Katy Bomberger

Account Executive

We lead with experience and expertise. Our team has solutions for everything and can solve any challenge that presents itself. Every relationship is built on fostering trust and integrity. This mantra emanates from our top leadership and resonates throughout the entire company.

Meet Our
Team

Modern office lounge: professional, resourceful, dedicated, authentic, fun

Our History

Steeped in passion, pride, and relationships

Going Back To 1946

Founded in 1946, COFCO, A Henricksen Company, is one of Philadelphia’s longest-standing commercial furniture dealers and among the oldest Allsteel dealerships nationwide. Now part of Henricksen, we combine decades of experience and shared values to create workplaces that foster positive culture and support business success.

1946

With a trailer of surplus and a passion for furniture, David Einstein founded Commercial Trading Company.

Through his integrity and hard work, David successfully transitions the company into an office furniture dealership exclusively selling pre-owned solutions and changes the name of the company to Commercial Office Furniture Co. (COFCO). David also gets married this year.

1970

David’s son, Alan, joins the company and by the mid-70’s is heading up the sales and marketing.

David focuses on growth, real estate, and operations while Alan leads sales. Their “divide and conquer” approach works — both sales and the company grow.

Later rebranded as Allsteel, the partnership endures COFCO remains its longest-tenured dealer in the U.S. Today, Allsteel is a HNI Corporation brand made in Muscatine, Iowa.

David becomes a dealer for Allsteel Equipment, a major desk, file, and chair maker based in Aurora, Illinois.

1952

This leadership handoff strengthens COFCO’s foundation. Alan brings fresh energy through relationships with architects, designers, and clients, while David focuses on strategy and long-term growth together guiding COFCO’s evolution from a family business into a recognized player in the Philadelphia market.

Alan becomes President and David becomes Chairman.

1976

Henricksen’s acquisition of COFCO results in expanded reach and resources for both organizations. With values and strong histories in common, COFCO, A Henricksen Company, and Henricksen continue a legacy of courage, creativity, and respect.

COFCO is acquired by Henricksen and rebrands to COFCO, A Henricksen Company. Erin Costello is promoted to Vice President of Sales. 

2022

2016

Joan Waters becomes CEO and majority owner of COFCO and partners with Alan Einstein to lead the organization.

Joan’s passion, experience, and focus on building a strong team guides COFCO’s next chapter. Joan champions a new vision that honors COFCO’s legacy while embracing the future of work.

2025

Joan Waters becomes Divisional General Manager with oversight of DC, NY and PA, and Erin Costello becomes General Manager of the Philadelphia office.

Under Joan’s and Erin's leadership, COFCO, a Henricksen Company, continues to grow its talent pool and gain market share in the Philadelphia region. 

Joan transforms COFCO from a mid-market dealership into a major contract player, co-branding with Allsteel.

Joan Water’s dynamic impact on COFCO results in her rising to sales manager for the entire company.

1999

1988

COFCO keeps its focus on growth, making multiple strategic moves to support its team, including hiring more talent.

Joan Waters, with industry experience in Maryland and NYC, is hired to lead the branch and unknowingly becomes the company’s future owner.

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