kate zielinski
Market Manager – Illinois Territory
After graduating from Eastern Illinois University in 2007, Kate jumped into the world of sales at COTG–Xerox, where she spent nearly 12 years building a reputation for relationship-driven solutions. Her dedication and results ultimately earned her a role as Director of Managed Print Services for the Eastern Region.
Ready for a new adventure, she pivoted into the “ever-fabulous” (her words) contract furniture industry, launching the next chapter of her career with Humanscale. In 2019, she joined Workrite and dove headfirst into developing the Illinois market—a path that eventually led her to Sheridan Contract.
Outside of work, Kate’s favorite things include country concerts, historical fiction, and anything that combines travel with a great story. She has a soft spot for Southern charm, and you can likely find her vacationing in New Orleans, Charleston, or Nashville. And if you’re ever wondering what to toast with, Kate’s answer is easy: Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc or a Cosmopolitan.
At the center of it all is Kate’s love of people: good conversation, great humor, and making connections that last. Which is exactly why she fits right in at Sheridan Contract.