Type: Private
On the web: http://www.mybobs.com

Bob's Discount Furniture operates about 40 furniture stores (some featuring mini-golf courses and complimentary refreshments) throughout New England, New Jersey, and New York. Bob's also offers several in-store "outlets" where customers can buy discounted furniture that has been discontinued, returned, or slightly damaged. Following a 1976 motorcycle accident, company founder and president Bob Kaufman (who's something of a celebrity in the Northeast, thanks to his quirky television commercials) spent months recuperating in a waterbed. Fully recovered and inspired by his experience, Kaufman partnered with cousin Gene Rosenberg and opened up the first Bob's Discount Furniture shop in 1991.

Officers:
Chairman: Stanley (Stan) Adelstein
CEO: Edmond J. (Ted) English
President: Robert (Bob) Kaufman

Competitors:
Euromarket Designs
IKEA
Sears

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