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Chicago, IL, Aug. 2, 2013 -- The North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors is seeking nominations for the 2013-2014 NAFCD Board of Directors, as well as the 2013 NAFCD Leadership in Action and Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Dalton, GA, Aug. 2, 2013 -- J+J Flooring Group has named Troy Hodges as director of international sales for Asia.
Washington DC, Aug. 1, 2013 -- Construction spending unexpectedly declined in June, the Commerce Department said.
Washington, DC, Aug. 1, 2013 -- The Institute for Supply Management said its July manufacturing index accelerated to a reading of 55.4% from 50.9% in June.
Chicago, IL, Aug. 1, 2013 -- Initial claims for unemployment benefits fell to the lowest level since early 2008, according to the Labor Department.
Chicago, IL, Aug. 1, 2013 -- Employers planned fewer job cuts in July, according to outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.
Saddle Brook, NJ, Aug. 1, 2013 -- Nourison has named Elliot Steel design director for the company's hospitality division.
Johnson City, TN, Aug. 1, 2013 -- Domestic hardwood floors manufactured by Mullican Flooring now have permission to carry the new "From U.S. Renewing Forests" label created by the National Wood Flooring Association.
Manchester, NH, Aug. 1, 2013 -- Flooring America/Flooring Canada has named Jeff Schwalb as vice president of merchandising.
Washington, DC, July 31, 2013 -- The economy grew 1.7% between April and June, according to the Commerce Department's initial estimate.