The term is derived from an Arabic word meaning to 'call out' or to 'summon', and Muslims regard this as a profound act of worship. There is a special emphasis on du'a in Muslim spirituality and early Muslims took great care to record the supplications of Muhammad and transmit them to subsequent generations.
Raymour & Flanigan is currently headed by two of Goldberg's sons - President and CEO Neil Goldberg and Executive Vice President Steve Goldberg - as well as his nephew, Executive Vice President Michael Goldberg, as of 2010.
Dr. Pignatelli is currently the President and CEO of Millennium Energy Holdings, Inc. and the Vice President of MDA National. He is a member of the Board of Directors for Evergreen Energy, Unisource Energy Company, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Arizona and ElectroRent.