Articles from CORT

CORT, a Berkshire Hathaway Company, proudly announces the successful renewal of its ISO 27001:2022 certification for another three years. This milestone underscores CORT’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining the highest standards of data security for its customers, employees, and partners.

Entryway, a national nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness through employment in the multifamily housing industry, is proud to celebrate a major milestone in its partnership with CORT Furniture Rental. Since June 2025, CORT’s in-kind contributions of home furnishings and housewares donations to Entryway participants will exceed $1 million in value.

CORT Party Rental, a leading provider of event rental solutions in the Pacific Northwest, was recognized with three major accolades at the 2025 Emerald City Applause Awards, presented by the International Live Events Association (ILEA) Seattle Chapter. The company received honors for Best Creative Solution, Excellence in Sustainability, and Event Professional of the Year, underscoring its role as a trusted, innovative partner for event professionals across the Pacific Northwest.

CORT Business Services, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, today announced that Debbie Lansford, Chief Financial Officer, will retire on February 28, 2025, after more than 20 years of dedicated service to the company. The company is pleased to announce that Sean Reddan, currently Senior Vice President of Finance, has been promoted to CFO effective February 1, 2025.

CORT Events, the leading furniture rental company for the exhibition and events industry, today announces its top design trends for 2025, shaping the evolution of events from mere gatherings to inspiring, purposeful, and engaging experiences.

On Data Privacy Day, a global initiative to promote the importance of protecting personal information, CORT Business Services, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, proudly announces its achievement of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, which was officially awarded on January 7, 2025. This significant milestone highlights CORT’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding client data and maintaining the highest standards in information security.

CORT, the nation's leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, is thrilled to announce that Angi Pusateri Downey, National Strategic Account Manager, has been awarded the prestigious National Apartment Association (NAA) Lifetime Achievement Award. This honor recognizes Angi’s exceptional dedication, service, and unwavering commitment to the rental housing industry and her substantial contributions to the National Apartment Association.

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CORT Events, the trade show and event division of CORT Furniture Rental, the nation’s premier provider of furniture rental and destination services, is excited to announce its strategic expansion. As part of this growth, CORT Events is relocating its Orlando warehouse to a larger facility as of August 15, 2024, enhancing its ability to serve trade shows, exhibits, and events in Orlando and southern Florida.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, is proud to announce that CORT’s IT department has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification. This globally recognized certification, awarded by the International Standards Organization, signifies that CORT takes the protection of clients' information seriously. In line with their commitment to the highest standards, CORT anticipates updating their certification to the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard in September.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of home, office, event and trade show furniture rental, today announced that CORT Events is expanding their trade show and event division and opening a warehouse in Round Rock, TX, effective July 1, 2024. The location will service trade shows, exhibits, and events in nearby Austin, San Antonio, and surrounding Texas regions.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, is pleased to announce the promotion of Shayne Aguilar to Group Vice President of Operations for the Mountain Region (NV, CO, NM, AZ, UT) and parts of the Central Region (El Paso, TX, and Kansas City, KS).

LCP Media, a leading national visual media technology company, announces a transformative partnership with CORT Furniture Rental to redefine the apartment rental experience through immersive virtual staging solutions.

CORT Furniture Rental, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, proudly announces the promotion of Brian Joyce to the role of Executive Vice President Operations, East. This promotion recognizes Brian's unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and remarkable contributions to the organization over the years.

CORT Furniture Rental is proud to announce the promotion of Paula Newell, Executive Vice President, to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately. This appointment underscores CORT’s commitment to fostering internal talent and recognizes Paula’s outstanding contributions to the organization.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, today announced the appointment of Lee Lorenzen to the role of vice president of corporate business development. He will oversee CORT’s Destination Services Organization, Student Housing Division, Global Sales team, and the CORT Global Network.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, appoints longtime CORT executive Allison Ballard to the newly created role of vice president of strategy overseeing the company’s workplace division. The move is part of CORT’s ongoing strategy to provide the exceptional customer service that has made CORT the top furniture rental provider for flexible workplace solutions.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, today announced the addition of Sean Reddan to its executive leadership team as senior vice president of finance, bringing over 20 years of experience in media, financial services, and telecommunications.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, received the 2023 Super Star Award for Humanitarian Commitment from Altair Global for the company’s exceptional efforts in addressing global challenges and promoting human dignity through impactful programs and practices that benefit marginalized communities.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, today announced CORT Destination Services’ earned recognition from talent mobility leader, Cartus, with Top Level, Commitment to Excellence Gold Award. The award recognizes companies in the relocation industry that go above and beyond for customers through exceptional service.

The William Guy Forbeck Research Foundation (WGFRF) is thrilled to announce the 2023 Blue Jean Ball sponsors including our gold sponsor, CORT, and Silver sponsors, CIBC and William Blair. Additional sponsors of the ball – the first event since 2019 – include Dip in the Bay, Interstate Insurance, Pier 290, Stonecrafters and Terlato Wines and Artisan Spirits.

Today, CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, announced the retirement of Michael, ‘Mike’ Connors, senior vice president of real estate, following 37 years of service. In this role, Mike has managed the strategic planning, acquisition, development, and leasing of real estate properties across CORT. J.T. Marcum, CORT’s corporate vice president, will assume Mike’s duties alongside his oversight of global supply chain, product development, housewares distribution, and new business strategy.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, today announced that CORT Events customers can now access its newest products through its virtual planning experience powered by Allseated. Through its event lifecycle platform, which provides 3D virtual walkthroughs and space planning technology, Allseated enables CORT Events’ customers to utilize its latest collection, which brings the outdoors inside with organic, natural environments and warm and neutral tones.

Today, CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, announced Lisa Denny as corporate vice president of human resources, succeeding longtime HR executive Jeff Seidman following his retirement, announced earlier this week. Denny joined CORT in 2020 as vice president of human resources, working closely with Jeff to implement strategic initiatives that support employee growth, and has over 25 years of human resources and employee relations experience.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, today announced the retirement of longtime Corporate Vice President of Human Resources, Jeff Seidman, after 22 years of leadership at the company. Jeff will be succeeded by Vice President of Human Resources, Lisa Denny.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, today announced the appointment of Daniel Tiepelman to the role of vice president of operations and asset management for CORT Events. The addition of Tiepelman supports CORT’s executive sales and marketing team and ensures a strong foundation for ongoing excellence in the customer experience.

CORT, the nation's leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, today released new data revealing 77% of those surveyed, said they would consider a furnished apartment if they were planning to move in the next 12 months. This figure is up from 37% in 2022, and 25% in 2021 demonstrating the growing trend of individuals seeking out flexible arrangements and greater mobility.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, was recently awarded the Corporate Housing Providers Association (CHPA) 2023 Tower of Excellence Award for Associate Partner of the Year. The award recognizes CORT’s commitment to service and excellence in the industry and the support they deliver to CHPA provider and agency members.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, today announced the addition of Phil DeSarno to the CORT Events executive sales and marketing team as part of the company’s ongoing strategy to create a foundation of success built on infrastructural enhancements that ultimately support CORT’s goal of creating a higher level of customer service.

Metro Offices, a leading Flexible Workspace as a Service provider, has announced today the expansion of Metro Federal.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, announced today the launch of CORT Space360™ Powered by FastOffice® – a new budgeting and 3D visualization technology platform designed to help CORT’s clients virtually assess and design their office spacing needs, and shorten their real estate decision making process. CORT Space360 is available now to all CORT Workplace clients.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, invites event planners to learn more about CORT Pro Services, a turnkey temporary power and electrical distribution provider. CORT Pro Services, a division of CORT Party Rental, offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor services and products to provide scalable, custom-designed solutions from simple electrical services to comprehensive packages for entertainment events, community fairs, wedding receptions, emergency aid and more.

CORT Tenting Solutions, a brand extension of CORT Party Rental, has announced the expansion of additional service areas in Washington along with Oregon, Idaho and Northern California. Previously only servicing the Seattle Metropolitan area, CORT Tenting Solutions is excited to announce this business expansion and looks forward to building relationships in these areas.

CORT Events, the nationwide provider of rental furniture for the events, meetings and trade show industry and a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway’s CORT, has announced a partnership with Meeting Professionals International (MPI) for their upcoming World Education Congress (WEC) Vegas – the first large-scale live events industry meeting to be held in Las Vegas since the city reopened. The meeting takes place at the new CAESARS FORUM conference venue from June 15th – 17th with Freeman serving as the general contractor.

CORT, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, has announced the promotion of Mike Davis to President and Chief Operating Officer. In his new role, Mike will be responsible for overseeing all operations and sales for CORT Furniture Rental, CORT Trade Show & Events, CORT Party Rental, 4SITE by CORT and Roomservice by CORT in the UK.