Kimball International Earns Supplier Performance Achievement Award from OMNIA Partners
JASPER, IN., April 30, 2026 – Kimball International is proud to share that they have been awarded the Bronze Partnership of Excellence Award from OMNIA Partners. This medallion recognizes outstanding efforts by top-performing suppliers. Kimball International was specifically recognized for its exceptional partnership, commitment to excellence, and meaningful impact in serving the public sector. In addition, it was noted that their dedication to providing innovative solutions and outstanding service continues to make a lasting difference.
“We’re incredibly honored to receive this award,” said Lisa Schmidt, Senior Director of Vertical Markets & Training. “We were the first furniture manufacturer to align with OMNIA Partners in 2001 when they were established, and since its inception we’ve seen firsthand the meaningful impact this contract continues to provide for public sector organizations nationwide.”
In addition to the workplace and health sectors, education is a key focus for Kimball International, and they are especially pleased to provide school districts, colleges, and universities with access to the many advantages of the OMNIA Partners contract. By leveraging the collective purchasing power of thousands of public entities, institutions can save time and money, reduce administrative complexity, and gain immediate access to pre-negotiated pricing and favorable terms through OMNIA Partners. This allows customers to focus more resources on creating spaces where students and educators can thrive.
About OMNIA Partners
OMNIA Partners is the largest and most experienced group purchasing organization for the public sector, private sector, nonprofit, real estate, and private equity markets. With nearly $35B in B2B spending managed each year, its immense purchasing power and industry-leading suppliers have produced an extensive portfolio of procurement solutions and partnerships, making OMNIA Partners one of the most valued and trusted procurement resources for organizations nationwide.
About Kimball International
Kimball International is a leading commercial furnishings company with deep expertise in the Workplace, Health, and Hospitality markets. We combine our bold entrepreneurial spirit, a history of craftsmanship, and today’s design-driven thinking alongside a commitment to our culture of caring and lasting connections with our customers, employees, and communities. Since 1950, our brands have seized opportunities to customize solutions into personalized experiences, turning ordinary spaces into meaningful places. Our family of brands includes Kimball, National, Etc., Interwoven, David Edward, Kimball Hospitality, and D’style. Kimball International, based in Jasper, Indiana, is a business unit of HNI Corporation.
For additional information, contact:
Abby Troutman
Communications Manager
Abby.Troutman@kimballinternational.com