RFCI Adds New CEU Course on Sustainability
LaGrange, GA, December 20, 2023—The Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) recently added a new continuing education course to its online curriculum that educates on the certifications,
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Housing Starts Rose 14.8% in November
Washington, DC, December 19, 2023—Privately-owned housing starts in November were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,560,000, 14.8% above the revised October estimate of 1,359,000 and 9.3% above the November 2022 rate of 1,427,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Shaw Commercial Names John Cravey VP of Business Development
Dalton, GA, December 19, 2023—Shaw Commercial has announced that John Cravey will be moving to a newly appointed role of vice president of business development for commercial.
William M. Bird Announces Two Internal Promotions
Charleston, SC, December 19, 2023—William M. Bird recently announced the promotion of Gary Rudebeck to vice president of sales and Jaco Kruger to vice president of East Bay Supply Co.
American Floor and Home Names Aaron Okamoto VP of Sales
Honolulu, HI, December 19, 2023—American Floor and Home (AFH) has announced the recent promotion of Aaron Okamoto to the position of vice president of sales, recognizing his dedication, expertise, and contributions to the company over the past 19 years.
Empire Today's Victor Recognized with Top 50 Corporate Counsel Award
Northlake, IL, December 19, 2023—Empire Today’s executive vice president and general counsel, Hillary Victor, has been recognized as Top 50 Corporate Counsel Award Winner by the 2023 OnCon Icon Awards.
Builder Confidence Rises to 37 as Mortgage Rates Decline
Washington, DC, December 18, 2023—Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose three points to 37 in December, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).
Pat Oakley Named President of Mullican, Succeeding Poland
Johnson City, TN, December 18, 2023-Mullican Flooring, a U.S. manufacturer of hardwood flooring, announces the promotion of Pat Oakley to president, effective January 1, 2024.
Homebuyers Ready to Purchase, but Homeowners Aren't Selling
New York, NY, December 18, 2023—"The lowest mortgage rates since the summer are starting to lure frustrated home shoppers back to the market,” reports the Wall Street Journal. “The problem is that few homeowners who have locked in much lower rates appear ready to sell.
Novalis Releases 2022 Sustainability Report
Cologne, Germany, December 18, 2023—Novalis Innovative Flooring, a global Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) flooring manufacturer, announced the release of its third annual sustainability report.