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Arhaus Appoints New Chief Merchandising Officer
Lifestyle brand taps veteran retail executive to lead product strategy and development.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Arhaus, a premium home furnishings retailer, has appointed Michael Rengel as its new Chief Merchandising Officer, effective February 23rd. Rengel, a seasoned merchant leader with over 25 years of experience, will oversee Arhaus' product development, merchandising, and assortment strategy across furniture and decor categories. He previously served as the Chief Merchandising Officer at Phoenix Retail.
Why it matters
Arhaus is a top 100 furniture retailer known for its artisan-crafted home goods and personalized shopping experience. Appointing an experienced merchant leader like Rengel signals the company's focus on strengthening its product strategy and assortment to drive continued growth and brand differentiation in the competitive home furnishings market.
The details
In his new role, Rengel will report directly to Arhaus founder and CEO, John Reed. He will be responsible for leading the company's merchandising and product development efforts, with the goal of elevating Arhaus' product strategy and shaping the next phase of the brand's expansion. Rengel's deep expertise in areas like assortment architecture and building customer-resonant product offerings is expected to enhance cross-functional collaboration at Arhaus.
- Rengel's appointment as Arhaus' new Chief Merchandising Officer is effective February 23, 2026.
The players
Michael Rengel
A veteran retail executive with over 25 years of experience in merchandising, product and brand development, and sourcing. Most recently served as the Chief Merchandising Officer of Phoenix Retail.
John Reed
Founder and CEO of Arhaus, a premium home furnishings retailer known for its artisan-crafted products and personalized shopping experience.
Arhaus
A lifestyle brand and omnichannel retailer of premium artisan-crafted home furnishings, ranked #13 on Furniture Today's Top 100 Furniture Stores in 2025 with $1.27 billion in estimated sales.
What they’re saying
“Michael is a proven merchant leader and operator with deep expertise in product strategy, assortment architecture and building assortments that resonate with customers. As we continue to build on our differentiated model rooted in artisan craftsmanship, timeless design and a highly personalized service experience, Michael will be instrumental in strengthening cross-functional collaboration, elevating our product strategy and shaping the next chapter of our growth.”
— John Reed, Founder and CEO, Arhaus (furnituretoday.com)
What’s next
Rengel's appointment as Arhaus' new Chief Merchandising Officer is effective February 23, 2026, as the company looks to leverage his expertise to strengthen its product strategy and drive continued growth.
The takeaway
Arhaus' decision to bring on an experienced merchant leader like Michael Rengel signals the company's commitment to enhancing its product offering and customer experience as it seeks to maintain its position as a top player in the premium home furnishings market.
