UGO Furniture: A Start-up Manufacturer in a Down Economy

Sept. 29, 2010 - PRLog -- According to Janis Dodson, UGO Furniture's founder , it isn't enough to hope for success but rather to PLAN for success.  Founded in 2008 and jump-started in 2009, this portable, no tools solution for furniture has been gearing up for success by implementing systems and planning for growth and new hires.  

This OREGON based company has partnered with other local manufacturers.  The Box Maker, a local shipping company has worked with UGO on how to protect their UPS products from damage by maximizing efficient packaging methods.  They worked with our employees to not only training them to be knowledgeable about packaging but how to streamline the packaging process for cost savings.

Newood Display Fixtures of Eugene owned by Gerry Moshofsky, guided UGO through the production process and establish time lines for most efficient delivery to UGO dealers.  They also were instrumental in devising and recommending a new wood product, Mighty Pine, which met the need for light yet durable for UGO products.  Might Pine was created by Newood Display Fixture and tested at Oregon State University to provide a stable and durable solution against breakage of wine bottle displays in earthquake prone areas.

There are many other local business contributing time and knowledge to help make UGO Furniture successful.  These only a small representation.  American and OREGON made is the mantra for UGO Furniture in a world where container loads of foreign made furniture arrive hourly.  

It is not easy to be an emerging small business in today’s economy. We are ready to grow but more action needs to be taken by banks and the government to encourage and support the small business owner.  We are doing our part but starting a new business and create new manufacturing jobs.  Do your part but looking for the AMERICAN MADE label to support your cities local businesses.