TAUNTON, Mass. — Jordan’s Furniture, part of Top 100 Berkshire Hathaway’s furniture division, announced that President Eliot Tatelman is retiring from daily operations after several decades as the face of the brand.
His sons, Josh Tatelman and Michael Tatelman, will continue as co-CEOs, the same role they have shared for the past five years, and will continue leading the company in expanded roles.
The company’s announced the moves with the following statement:
“Jordan’s Furniture is proud to announce a natural evolution in its leadership. Eliot Tatelman is retiring from daily operations after decades as the face of the brand. His sons, Josh and Michael Tatelman, who have served as co-CEOs for the past five years, will continue leading the company with an expanded leadership role. Jordan’s remains proudly family-run, with Josh and Michael continuing the legacy Eliot has built. This transition ensures continued focus on innovation, customer experience, and community impact.”
Eliot Tatelman is a third-generation leader of the Jordan’s Furniture brand, and for years, led the company alongside his brother, Barry, who left the company in 2006. The stores are known for fun destinations with major attractions, including a Jelly Belly theme, IMAX theatres and a trapeze school. Locally, Jordan’s is also known for philanthropic efforts and promotions, particularly those involving the hometown Boston Red Sox.
Jordan’s Furniture was incorporated in 1928 by Samuel Tatelman in Waltham, Mass. In the early 1970s, Barry and Eliot took over the business. Berkshire Hathaway acquired Jordan’s in 1999.