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Schmitt Furniture as the company’s current vice president. Eventually, Schmitt Furniture expanded into neighboring buildings as they vacated, “and that’s where we are today,” Zack says. “We technically have nine buildings downtown, but it’s seven separate facades that have been acquired over the years as recently as two years ago. That original building has brick on the inside, original hardwood floors (and) tin ceilings.” Zack handles the buying (his most enjoyable responsibility). They also have a designer on staff and often work with interior designers in the region to furnish whole homes. Today’s open floor plans require furniture to flow seamlessly from one room to the next. “Function has become a top priority for the furniture industry for about 10 years now,” Zack says, but function shouldn’t override quality. “We are definitely products of my great grandpa, of my great uncle and my It’s Your Life... Live it in Health! Chiropractic Care Nutritional Counseling Corrective Exercises Spinal & Postural Screenings Lifestyle Advice Physiotherapy WELLNESS CARE FOR ALL AGES Adults | Children | Newborns • Drive-thru Window Service • Breakfast & Lunch • Espresso, Catering • Boxed Lunch & Delivery Available • Wireless Internet RASMUSSEN CHIROPRACTIC LLC Since 1985 7613 Old State Road 60, Sellersburg, IN 47172 - 812.246.9339 2652 Charlestown Road, New Albany, IN 47150 812.949.2273 | www.rasmussenchiro.com Hours: Monday through Friday 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM www.cricketscateringcafe.com EXTOL : THE BUSINESS ISSUE 2019 45