Novalis Names Kevin Phillips Director of Technical Services
Toronto, ON, April 5, 2019-Novalis Innovative Flooring announced that industry veteran Kevin Phillips has joined its North American operations as director of technical services.
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Jobless Claims Hit Lowest Level Since 1969
Washington, DC, April 4, 2019-In the week ending March 30, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 202,000, a decrease of 10,000 from the previous week's revised level, according to the Department of Labor.
AIA Announces Winners of Library Building Awards
Washington, DC, April 4, 2019—The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the American Library Association (ALA) are awarding six libraries with the 2019 AIA/ALA Library Building Awards for excellence in architectural design.
Coverings to Offer Wide Range of Educational Opportunities
Arlington, VA, April 4, 2019—Coverings will offer more than 50 educational opportunities to attendees of the 2019 show.
NWFA Launching Wood Flooring Specialist Apprenticeship Program
St. Louis, MO, April 3, 2019-The National Wood Flooring Association will launch a federally registered Wood Flooring Specialist Apprenticeship at the Wood Flooring Expo in Fort Worth, Texas, May 1 to 3.
Ed Williams, Veteran of the Carpet Industry, Has Died
Dalton, GA, April 3, 2019-Ed Williams, 75, formerly of Lexmark, Mohawk and a host of other carpet businesses, passed away March 30 in his home.
Joe Reddington Named COO of Swiff-Train
Houston, TX, April 3, 2019—Swiff-Train announces the promotion of Joe Reddington to chief operating officer, effective immediately.
Surya Names Andrew Kearton COO
Atlanta, GA, April 3, 2019-Surya has announced that Andrew J. Kearton has been appointed as the company’s chief operating officer.
Rick Taylor Named Director of Training for Halstead
Calhoun, GA, April 3, 2019—Halstead International announced the appointment of Rick Taylor to the new position of director of training, supporting all of the LVT leader’s brands including Halstead, Metroflor and Aspecta.
Private Sector Employment Rose by 129K in March
Roseland, NJ, April 3, 2019-Private sector employment increased by 129,000 jobs from February to March, according to the March ADP National Employment Report.