12.5.14 | Philadelphia, PA | COFCO, a premier full service office furniture company and the oldest Allsteel dealer in the country, regrets the announcement that David Einstein, founder of COFCO, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2014 surrounded by his loving family.

David was deeply loved by his family and friends and it can't put into words the loss that will be felt by his passing. In addition to his family, those of us who had the opportunity to work under him will also feel a tremendous loss. He was an extraordinarily smart and accomplished entrepreneur who built a company that still represents and practices the same principles he used to create the name, COFCO, 68 years ago.

His exceptional work ethic, long term commitment to his clients and suppliers, diligence in strong financial practices, unwavering desire to always do the right thing and his belief that his colleagues were integral to both his personal and the company's success made him truly one of a kind.

“I have always been so proud to say I worked for David Einstein. That will remain a statement which I will be immensely proud of for the rest of my life,” said Joan Waters, CEO.

Einstein’s vision for the company will be continued by his son, Alan, COFCO’s President and CEO Joan Waters.

About COFCO, a premier full service office furniture company and the oldest Allsteel dealer in the country. We work with our clients, who come to us from all business sectors, to create workplace environments that make people happy. Started in 1946, COFCO is a privately held company with 45 employees with corporate headquarters located in the American Street Corridor of Philadelphia. For more than 65 years, COFCO has been a leader in the economic growth, viability and sustainability of the community. COFCO is a good corporate citizen and is committed to the environment and supports a green way of life. www.cofcogroup.com.