Decades Of Experience
There is no other used office furniture company with more experience than ours.
Meet the Team
Kathey Pear, President & Founder
A native of South Jersey, Kathey Pear grew up longing for mountains and wide-open spaces. After earning a BFA from the University of Connecticut and an MFA from Washington State University, she was delighted to finally discover her true home in Boulder in 1978 and has never left.
Following a long and wonderful career in the Denver office furniture market and the sale of the two contract furniture dealerships that she built from the ground up, Kathey envisioned a new business concept that sounded far better than retirement and allowed her to remain connected to the Colorado business community she knew and loved. The new business she created, Pear Project Services, is a “Commercial Furniture Matchmaker”, helping extend the useful lifespan of unwanted office furniture.
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Will Taylor, Owner and CEO
Will has worn many hats in his professional life, and brings his construction background, executive level sales experience, and project management skills to his position as Director of Sales. Will is passionate about creating affordable workspaces while doing his part to protect our environment. Will has a BA in anthropology from the University of New Mexico with a minor in psychology. Will enjoys exploring Colorado in his spare time.
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Sam Hinton, Warehouse Manager
Sam joined Pear Project Services in September 2023 and has quickly become an invaluable part of the team. Before taking on the role of Warehouse Manager, he spent 9 years in the Colorado Army National Guard as a wheeled vehicle mechanic. His diverse background also includes serving as a superintendent at a demolition company and working as a foreman in the concrete coatings and polishing industry, among other roles.
Though new to the furniture industry, Sam is excited to support both the team and customers with his thorough knowledge of the warehouse inventory and his unwavering desire to help. In the ever-changing sea of items, it often surprises people when he can quickly say, “Yeah, it’s right over here. Follow me,” and lead them to exactly what they need.
When not keeping the warehouse organized, Sam enjoys working on his project car, wrapping vehicles in vinyl with friends, and spending time with his wife and family.
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303.217.1133
sam@pearprojectservices.com
Rick Patterson, Sales and renewable office furniture interpretation
Rick has an extensive background in commercial interior design, manufacturer representation, sales, and marketing. This lends confidence to his new and current adventure in finding new homes for great previously owned furniture. The best compliment and encouragement he has found is new customers statements that they cannot believe this is not new furniture. He has been known to say, “We do a really good job in re-purposing office furniture.”
Outside the workplace Rick, enjoys Colorado, his wife(Karol), their kids and grandkids, travelling to their homes and points beyond to see the marvels of this world, ancient and current. His minor was in Art History so you can imagine the distraction as they search out new places of interest to visit.
You can catch Rick wandering the aisles of our warehouse creating the next configuration of furnishings to meet his next customer’s needs.
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Ellen Goldfarb, NCIDQ, LEED AP
Client Advisor
Ellen Goldfarb brings over 40 years of expertise in office design, architecture, and commercial office furniture to her role as a client advisor. As a seasoned project manager for office projects, Ellen’s dedication to her clients shines through in her commitment to education and guidance.
She believes commercial space is a significant investment, and her goal is to empower end users with the knowledge they need to make thoughtful, informed decisions. Ellen is passionate about the value of quality office furniture, understanding that these are pieces you interact with daily and that they play a crucial role in creating a productive, comfortable environment.
With her depth of experience and client-focused approach, Ellen ensures every project is executed to perfection, delivering spaces that are as functional as they are enduring.
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Joanne Malisani, Sales, Design, and Project Management
Joanne’s passion for the great outdoors started when she first experienced spring skiing in Colorado, and she has been captivated by the state’s stunning scenery ever since. When she’s not out hiking or practicing yoga, Joanne channels her creativity and expertise into the world of commercial interiors. With an impressive 35 years of experience, Joanne has gained a deep understanding of how to create functional and inspiring office spaces that truly elevate a business. As a trusted partner, Joanne is renowned for going above and beyond to ensure her clients are happy. Armed with a BFA in Interior Architecture from Wayne State University, Joanne feels grateful to have built a successful career in an industry that she loves.
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joanne@pearprojectservices.com
Jeff Clouse, Project Director
Jeff has over 35 years of experience in the commercial furniture industry and his skills include design, installation, sales and project management. During the 23 years he spent with a national relocation company, he wrote a Project Management training program and spent 2 years traveling the country training Project Managers at multiple locations across the country. He also has 3 years of experience as a Facilities Manager. Jeff is sympathetic to the stress associated with large installations, relocations and decommissions.
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720.563.1823
jeff@pearprojectservices.com
Diana Reed, Accounting and Non Profit Coordinator
Diana’s journey has been an interesting blend of industries and a testament to her adaptability. Starting in the insurance sector, she transitioned seamlessly into the tech world. Even after her 25-year tenure with her previous employer came to an end, retirement wasn’t in her sights. A chance encounter with Kathey, amidst mutual friends, unfolded the next chapter in Diana’s life – the furniture business! Diana is passionate about environmental conservation and loves the idea of saving furniture from ending up in landfills, and giving it a new lease on life. Outside of work, Diana’s heart belongs to her friends and family – she finds joy in traveling, either with loved ones or to visit them. She enjoys the therapeutic art of gardening, has a great appreciation for good wine, taking long leisurely walks with her beloved dog, and finds joy in spontaneous road trips, especially anywhere in our beautiful state.