Meet Our Team

 

John M. Hedges Owner and President		Susan Dwyer Office Manager		Brian Van Harken Production Manager
Born, raised, and living in Rochester my whole life, married to Molly, the love of my life. We have 3 happy, healthy, and successful sons who are now in their 20’s. Proud to be working in my second job since graduating from Notre Dame (GO IRISH!) in the 1970’s. Prior to joining the Desk Set, I worked for Price Waterhouse for 7 years in both Rochester and Nassau, Bahamas.		I’ve been with the Desk Set a little over 12 years. I enjoy working with all the folks here...and even get to play a game or two of Euchre at lunch. I am proud to say I have a brand new grand-daughter and to answer a frequently asked question – yes that is my voice on the answering machine.		I was formerly a furniture installer for Merkel Donohue for 2 years ans was then offered a position as the Production Manager at Desk Set. After many years I continue to enjoy the people and atmosphere here.  I play softball and volleyball. I have a wife and son that makes every waking moment a blessing and a joy!
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Ron Jeffers Account Executive		George C. Weisensel Account Executive		Carol Tunney Sales Associate
Wow! How the time has flown by. 17 ½ years ago I knew nothing about office furniture, but today helping customers create efficient and economical work space is as much a joy as a job. It’s a great feeling at the end of a project to hear not only how pleased customers are with the outcome, but that their employees seem happier as well.		I am a native of Rochester, grew up in Greece. I have been full time with the Desk Set for more than 7 years. Prior to that I was a retiree of Eastman Kodak after 36 years  as Space and Facilities Planner where I used to be a happy customer of Desk Set. In my spare time I enjoy boating, music and cycling. I am married with 3 grown children and one lively dog.		I have over 14 years in sales experience and have been working in sales at the Desk Set for 5 years. “I love what I do”. I have an eye for the aesthetic and enjoy working with our clients to provide them with suitable furniture needs. I was born and raised in Rochester and am the proud mother of 3 daughters and two fantastic grandchildren.
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Ashley Bieger Account Executive		Craig Bryson Account Executive		Donna McDonnell Sales Associate
Originally from Buffalo, I am happy to stay in Rochester and be part of the Desk Set team. In sales and marketing, I enjoy every aspect of working with our clients to design ideal furnishings for their office. From space planning to picking out aesthetics, it’s always a good feeling in creating a better environment for success.		Born and raised in Irondequoit, I've been a proud part of the Desk Set family since 2002. For the past 10 years I was lead installer and just recently moved to the sales and marketing department. With my new position I'm able to apply my vast knowledge of furniture to offer the best options for our customers and use my other talents by producing our visually stimulating web ads.		I have been part of the Desk Set team for 8 years. Even though I am part time these days, I enjoy helping customers. I perform general office duties and filling in for our Office Manager. I am happy to help out. I am married with 4 grown children and a sweet puppy. I enjoy boating, swimming, golfing in the summer plus paddle tennis and snow shoeing in the winter. Life is good!
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