Berkshire Hathaway Reports Q1 Loss, Flooring Sales Increase
Omaha, NE, May 8, 2018—Berkshire Hathaway reported a net loss of $1,138,000 for Q1 2018, compared to a gain of $4,060,000 in Q1 2017.
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Armstrong Flooring (AFI) Reports Quarter One 2018 Results
Lancaster, PA, May 8, 2018—Armstrong Flooring reported a 2.7% decrease in net sales for Q1 2018, compared to the prior year quarter. This was due to a decline in hardwood segment net sales.
ASID Announces 2018 Fellows and Honorary Fellows
Washington, DC, May 8, 2018—Each year, the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) bestows the title of Fellow and Honorary Fellow to individuals who demonstrate outstanding service and contributions to the Society, the profession, and the interior design industry. Fellowship is the highest distinction a member can receive from ASID.
Small Business Optimism Reached Record High in April
Washington, DC, May 8, 2018—The Small Business Optimism Index sustained record-high levels increasing to 104.8 in April, driven by reports of improved profits, the highest in the NFIB Small Business Economic Trends Survey’s 45-year history.
Swiff-Train Names Joe Reddington to Director Role
Houston, TX, May 8, 2018—Joe Reddington has joined Swiff-Train Company as director of product management.
Job Openings Rose in March
Washington, DC, May 8, 2018—The number of job openings increased to 6.6 million on the last business day of March, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
Stump Releases Analysis of HD Expo
Charlotte, NC, May 8, 2018—Stump, a Charlotte-based firm that specializes in mergers and acquisitions, released its analysis of the HD Expo that took place in Las Vegas May 2 to 4.
Stonepeak Launches Production of Gauged Porcelain in TN
Chicago, IL, May 7, 2018—Stonepeak Ceramics has announced the launch of the first production line in the United States dedicated to 120"x60" large format panels, also known as gauged panels.
Matthieu Dekens Named COO of I4F
Willemstad, Curaçao, May 7, 2018—I4F has appointed Matthieu Dekens as its chief operating officer, with immediate effect.
J+J Offering New CEU Course
Dalton, GA, May 7, 2018—J+J Flooring is offering a new continuing education unit (CEU) course, Improving the Healthcare Environment: Flooring Section.