by JACKSON, Miss. — Miskelly Furniture has promoted Mark Waters to chief operating officer. Prior to his promotion, he had been vice president of operations since March 2023.
With more than 25 years of experience in operations management within the furniture retail industry, Waters brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiencies, team building and logistics management, the company said.
The company credits Waters for having demonstrated exceptional leadership and a commitment to driving growth and excellence throughout his career.
Prior to joining Miskelly Furniture, Waters was operations manager at Ivan Smith Furniture from August 2015 to April 2023, where his expertise led to substantial improvements in operational workflows.
From July 1996 to July 2015, he was distribution manager at Miskelly Furniture, streamlining processes for better inventory management. He began his career in the industry at Mathis Brothers Furniture in 1992.
“We are thrilled to promote Mark to the role of COO,” said Oscar Miskelly, chief executive officer. “His extensive experience, dedication to operational excellence and unwavering commitment to our company’s core values make him the ideal leader to guide our operations. We look forward to the continued success and innovation he will bring in his new role.”
Waters attended Northwestern State University and studied industrial safety technology. His skills span across customer service, inventory management, logistics, strategic planning, team building, transportation management and warehouse management.
The company said that Water’s promotion marks an exciting new chapter for Miskelly Furniture. Officials noted that under his leadership, the company is poised to achieve new heights in operational excellence and customer satisfaction, adding, that his vision and dedication will continue to drive Miskelly Furniture’s mission of “our family serving your family with excellence.”
