Since 1939, we've been at the forefront of creating powerful spaces, serving our communities as the thought leaders of design. Our teams work hard to deliver the best products and solutions for our clients, led by our Executive and Leadership Teams with over 250 years of combined Continental Office experience. We're proud to have such an experienced team of associates serving central Ohio and beyond!


Meet Our Executive Team

 

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Ira Sharfin

Owner, CEO

Since 2005, Ira has served as the CEO of Continental Office. Ira joined Continental Office after 17 years as a strategy partner with IBM and PwC Consulting, assisting several Fortune 500 companies' executive teams and boards of directors in increasing shareholder value. Ira has held a variety of leadership roles, including global director for the Strategic Profit Improvement practice and industrial sector lead for IBM's M&A team.
 
Ira lives in New Albany, OH with his wife, Dr. Meghan Cook, and five daughters.
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Kyle Johnson

President, COO

Kyle is a seasoned leadership professional with nearly three decades of operational experience. He joined Continental Office in 2006 as the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer (COO) and shortly after in 2010, was promoted to President and COO. He is responsible for several facets of the business including sales, operations and information technology. Prior to joining Continental Office, Kyle was a partner/consultant with IBM/PwC and worked with Amoco in different areas.
 
Kyle lives in New Albany, OH with his wife and two sons.
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Nick Magoto

EVP, Design

The most tenured associate at Continental Office, Nick joined our team as an intern in 1979, growing through the company ever since. An active member of the Design community and our industry, Nick is NCIDQ certified and has mentored design professionals throughout Ohio. Serving as the Executive Vice President of Design, Nick leads our creative team of interior designers, creating innovative spaces that inspire.
 
Nick lives in Upper Arlington, OH with his wife, Jill. Nick has two sons, Zachary and Elliot.
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Pam Blair

EVP, Associate Operations

Pam brings over three decades of Human Resources leadership to the Continental Office team, joining our team in 2007. She holds a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification, which requires regular attendance of courses pertinent to industry trends and changes. She is a member of TEC HR, a local human resources professional group, and regularly mentors young professionals seeking careers in the same field. Pam was previously named as one of 20 People to Know in Human Resources by Columbus CEO magazine. 
 
Pam lives in Sunbury, OH and has two children.
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Kurt Weidner

EVP, Finance

Kurt has served Continental Office as the Executive Vice President of Finance since 2011, leading multiple teams of diligent professionals. He brings over 30 years of corporate finance experience, striving to find opportunities by implementing strategic planning, financial analysis, budgeting, and risk management initiatives. Previously, Kurt worked in public accounting, manufacturing, service, and education.
 
Kurt lives in Canal Winchester, OH, and has two children.

 


Meet Our Leadership Team

 

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Kent Beightler

SVP, Floors

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Dan Foster

VP, Operations

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Brian Gibson

VP, Marketing

614-384-4572
bgibson@continentaloffice.com

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Michael Grinko

VP, Business Technology

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Kim Keyse

VP, Design & Client Services

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Lisa Welch

VP, Sales