Performance brand BEDGEAR recently announced several tactical new hires and elevations within its Accounting department. These strategic decisions were made to focus on building an efficient and cross-functional Accounting department under the direction of BEDGEAR’s Controller, Robert Reyna, who was formerly the Director of Corporate Finance at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. The past year of exponential company and product growth has allowed BEDGEAR to set a standard for corporate excellence.
Elevations within the organization
Justine DeRogatis
In establishing an emphasis on building an effective credit management plan, BEDGEAR elevated Justine DeRogatis to Credit Manager. The Credit Manager role is a newly defined role, and DeRogatis is the first to hold the title. During the last three years, Justine has been instrumental in strategically guarding against the inherent risks of extending credit to new and existing customers in a rapidly changing market landscape.
“Justine DeRogatis has developed strong relationships with our retail partners, and we
Robert Reyna
trust she will elevate our retailers’ journey with BEDGEAR from the onset,” said Reyna. “Having a strong credit management plan in place helps protect the company’s cash flow, optimizes business performance related to Accounts Receivable and reduces the possibility of customer defaults that adversely impact BEDGEAR’s achievement of business goals.”
New faces in the accounting department
Shanna Johnson
To bolster the high-performing Accounts Receivable team, BEDGEAR welcomes Shanna Johnson as Accounts Receivable Specialist. Johnson brings extensive experience to the team with a strong background in Accounting, most recently with Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP. Working alongside the team, Johnson will aid in setting a standard of excellence for Accounts Receivable.
Also joining the team as Staff Accountant is Ali Chaudhry. He comes to BEDGEAR from Select Products Holdings, Inc. In this new role, Chaudhry will work to optimize financial reporting, sales tax execution and general accounting within the department.
Ali Chaudhry
“As BEDGEAR continues to expand its footprint, maintaining a focus on growing our retail accounts both domestically and internationally will play a significant role in achieving results,” said BEDGEAR founder and CEO Eugene Alletto. “Robert Reyna and his team of insightful contributors bring innovative and forward-thinking solutions to effectively manage the day-to-day accounting operations for the company.”
“With these developments, BEDGEAR’s Accounting department is set up to achieve consistent success, leverage technology to its full potential and further develop the committed team,” added Ashley Fillinger, BEDGEAR’s manager of Human Capital & Culture. “BEDGEAR’s leadership is focused on providing the necessary training, tools and coaching to create success for everyone in the department, which will contribute to the brand’s growth and increased customer satisfaction.”
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About BEDGEAR
Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR's sleep solutions are engineered with fabrics that are moisture wicking and instant cooling and maximize airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!
