Jim Sica has joined Foremost Groups as its senior vice president for the outdoor division. In this role, he will set the strategic direction of Foremost’s Outdoor product design, product development, sales and distribution for such brands as Veranda Classics, Foremost Casual, and Afterglow Fire.

Sica comes to Foremost as an industry veteran in all aspects of the outdoor furniture industry. He is the past owner of Jimmies Rustics, a premiere patio retailer based in Michigan, and a multiyear nominee and recipient of the ICFA Apollo award. More recently, Jim has served for 7 years as VP of product development for the Keysheen Group (Courtyard Creations Inc.). His most recent focus was the 2018 launch of the Patiology brand of outdoor furniture developed for the needs of the expanding furniture store channel.

“We’re excited to complete this acquisition and have Jim join the Foremost team,” says Jay Yeh, president of Foremost Groups. “He brings a wealth of talent, knowledge and years of multichannel experience consistent with the direction of our branded portfolio.”

East Hanover, N.J.-based Foremost Groups Inc., formed in 1988, has four product divisions (bathroom furniture, outdoor furniture, indoor furniture, and food service equipment) producing world-class goods that offer superior design, engineering, and value for consumers and industry.