KI’s Final NeoCon Appearance Marks the End of an Era and the Start of Something Bold

Celebrating 50 years with a dynamic showroom journey and the debut of six new products

GREEN BAY, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--After 50 years shaping the commercial design landscape at The Mart, KI Furniture will make its final appearance at NeoCon this June 9-11, closing an iconic chapter in the company’s brand journey. Since 1969, NeoCon has been the world’s premier platform for contract interior design. This year, KI invites attendees to visit showroom #1181 at The Mart to celebrate the past and preview a bold new future.

“We are excited to showcase many new products at this year’s NeoCon and celebrate our time at The Mart with a high note,” said Tony Besasie, chief sales and marketing officer at KI.

“NeoCon has played a significant role in our history. And now, we’re taking the next step in our story, one that reflects a more design-forward, modern and dynamic KI, as we transition to a brand-new location in Fulton Market next year.”

With the natural conclusion of its lease at The Mart, KI saw an opportunity not just to relocate – but also to reimagine. In 2026, KI will open a new full-floor showroom in Chicago’s Fulton Market, a move that represents a bold shift in the brand’s identity. The new space will offer increased flexibility, accessibility and energy, while serving as a canvas for KI’s creative advancements.

“We’re moving beyond the expected and creating a space to grow,” said Besasie. “Our move to Fulton Market allows us to showcase and fulfill our vision: a brand that delivers trusted quality and pairs it with elevated design, artful engineering and fresh relevance. We’ll continue to be rooted in leading insights for the modern needs of business, education and healthcare environments.”

For decades, KI has been known for dependability. That’s not changing. At this year’s NeoCon event, attendees will experience something new: a glimpse into the future of KI, one that blends functionality with form, and purpose with artistry.

NeoCon 2025 will be attendees’ last chance to explore KI’s current showroom, and they’re pulling out all the stops. Alongside popular experiences like their showroom party on Monday, June 9, KI will debut six new products that exemplify the company’s design evolution, including:

• Cascha Furniture – Soft seating for adaptable spaces, where style meets versatility.
• Civara Task Seating – Ergonomic innovation meets Italian design, featuring synchronized recline, 4D armrests and customizable lumbar support; designed by CLAUDIO BELLINI Studio.
• Clamber Tiered Seating – Multi-level modular seating built for interaction and connection.
• Cogni Seating – Thoughtfully designed for movement, mobility and sensory engagement.
• Thesis and Vesta Power – Portable battery-powered charging for work and learning without boundaries.
• Zentori Conference Seating – Sophisticated, self-adjusting seating that redefines meeting room comfort.

Additionally, KI will offer exclusive previews of two upcoming product lines – Outspan outdoor furniture and Passel desking system – set to launch in late 2025.

Each of these designs represents more than a product; they are outcomes of a journey — one driven by research, dialogue and the courage to do the unexpected.

“Our customers know us for quality,” Besasie added. “Now, they’ll experience how that same quality translates into smart, elevated design. We’re growing, not just as we move to a new space, but also in our purpose.”

KI’s final NeoCon appearance is both a tribute to a 50-year legacy at The Mart, and an invitation to discover its next chapter. From education, healthcare, workplace, government and industrial markets, this is where design meets dependability, and where a brand known for stability reveals a bold new side.

“We invite everyone, clients, designers, partners and friends, to join us at NeoCon 2025,” said Besasie. “This is a once-in-a-generation moment. Come celebrate with us. Say farewell. And hear more about where we’re going next.”

More information about KI’s last NeoCon at The Mart can be found at ki.com/neocon.

ABOUT KI

KI manufactures innovative furniture for education, healthcare, government and corporate markets. The employee-owned company is headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with sales and manufacturing facilities worldwide. KI tailors products and service solutions to the specific needs of each customer through its unique design and manufacturing philosophy. For more information, visit ki.com.