Hugh Rovit

Hugh Rovit has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Ellery Homestyles since May 2013.   Prior to joining Ellery, Hugh served for seven years as Chief Executive Officer of Sure Fit Inc., a manufacturer and marketer of ready-made slipcovers, sold directly to stores, through their captive websites, independent e-tailers as well as direct-to-consumers through the Company’s own catalog and e-commerce portal.

Previously, he held the positions of Chief Operating and Chief Financial Officer of Best Manufacturing, a manufacturer and distributor of institutional service apparel and textiles and Chief Financial Officer of Royce Hosiery Mills, a manufacturer and distributor of men’s and women’s hosiery.

He currently serves on the Board of Directors of Spectrum Brands (NYSE: SPB), a global consumer products company and is a director emeritus of Twin Star International, Nellson Nutraceuticals, Atkins Nutritionals, Inc. Oneida Ltd. and Cosmetic Essence, Inc.   He received his Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction from Dartmouth College and has a Masters of Business Administration from the Harvard Business School.

Robin Helfer

Robin Helfer has served as the Chief Operating Officer/Chief Financial Officer of Ellery Homestyles since December 2013.

Prior to joining Ellery, she was the Chief Financial Officer of The Topps Company, a creator and marketer of confectionery products, sports trading cards, entertainment games, and digital/media products. Previously to holding this position, she was the Vice President of Finance and Operations for the Topps Global Confectionery business, overseeing all aspects of the supply chain and financial matters worldwide. Prior to joining Topps, Robin held a variety of strategic, financial, business development and operational roles at Cadbury Schweppes working on the Adams Global Confectionery business and at Unilever Best Foods. Robin started her career in Arthur Andersen’s Audit and Business Advisory Practice as an Engagement Manager in the Consumer Products and Services division.

Robin is a CPA, has an MBA in Management from the New York University Stern School of Business, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting Summa Cum Laude from Binghamton University.

Yigal Barmucha

Yigal Barmucha is the Chief Merchandising Officer- Bedding for Ellery Homestyles. Yigal came to Ellery after a strategic merger with his company, Extreme Linen, in February of 2017. Yigal acted as CEO and co-founder of Extreme Linen throughout the lifespan of the company. Since 2003, Extreme Linen has supplied a wide variety of bedding styles to major retailers and has become a leader in the home fashion bedding industry.

Ilona Nagy

Ilona Nagy is the Senior Vice President of E-Commerce for Ellery Homestyles. She joined the organization as Vice President in January 2014, overseeing Ellery’s dedicated
E-Commerce division and managing its E-Commerce business strategy.

Prior to joining Ellery, Ilona served for five years as the Vice President of Merchandising- Bath for CHF Industries, pioneering an initial
E-Commerce approach with the company.
Previously, Ilona held buying positions for many years at Linens N Things and Stein Mart, and most notably worked for Macys for 10 years in the buying offices as well as store management.

Ilona graduated from Lafayette College in 1993 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Psychology.

Angela Boswell

Angela Boswell is the Senior Vice President of Design and Product Development for Ellery Homestyles. She joined the organization in 2002 as a senior window designer and now oversees all aspects of product creation and design for the entire Ellery portfolio, which includes window treatments, bedding, throws and blankets.

Prior to joining Ellery, Angela served for many years as a woven designer in the upholstery industry, most extensively for David Rothschild Company and Riddle Fabrics. Previously, Angela gained a great deal of experience in soft home as a bedding designer for Burlington Industries.

Angela graduated from Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in 1995 with a BFA in Textile Design.

Robert Wittman

Robert Wittman is Senior Vice President of Sourcing and Production for Ellery Homestyles.

He joined the company in 2005 as Director of Program Management and since served different roles in production management, product development, and sourcing.

Prior to joining Ellery, Robert was with The Raylon Corporation, a domestic fabric converter and an importer of readymade table top, shower curtains, and window coverings.

Robert has a degree in computer science with Hofstra University. He is currently a member of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists.

Sandy McNeil

Sandy McNeil has been with Ellery Homestyles since January 2014. She currently serves as Senior Vice President of Sales and Merchandising, having joined the Company as the Vice President of Bedding.

Prior to joining Ellery, Sandy was the SVP Sourcing, Sales and Merchandising at 1888 Mills, and spent 10 years with Hollander Home Fashions serving in roles from Sales Executive through President of the Bedding division. She has several years retail experience with Macys prior to joining the wholesale side of the business.

Sandy graduated from The University of Pennsylvania Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree.