Resurgence in Group Travel Boosts Hotel Bookings
New York, NY, September 20, 2022-"More than two years after the pandemic grounded group travel, hotels are finally selling blocks of rooms,” reports the Wall Street Journal.
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FCIF Launches "This Is My Story" Campaign
Dalton, GA, September 19, 2022—The Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) launched a new campaign, “This is My Story," to raise awareness of the FCIF and highlight how the organization makes a difference by providing financial assistance to flooring families battling life-altering illnesses, injuries, and disabilities.
Builder Confidence Declines to 46 in September
Washington, DC, September 19, 2022—Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes fell three points in September to 46, the lowest level since May 2014 with the exception of the spring of 2020, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI).
Nonn's Joins Starnet
Lewis Center, OH, Septemer 19, 2022—Nonn’s Flooring has joined Starnet.
Slow-Down in Home Sales Negatively Impacts Home-Goods Retailers
New York, NY, September 19, 2022-"Falling home sales are rippling through the economy, providing a window into how rising interest rates can cool spending, hiring and growth,” reports the Wall Street Journal.
Consocon A&D Event Returns for Second Installment
New York, NY, September 19, 2022-Consolidated Flooring, an East Coast commercial flooring contractor, hosted its second ConsoCon show last week at the Altman Building in New York City’s Chelsea District.
Omoleye Simmons Named VP of Design for Tarkett NA Commercial
Solon, OH, September 19, 2022—Tarkett North America announces the hiring of Omoleye Simmons as vice president of design for the company’s commercial business.
U.S. Workers Returning to Offices at Highest Rate Since Pandemic
New York, NY, September 19, 2022—"Workers are returning to U.S. offices at the highest rate since the pandemic forced most workplaces to temporarily close in 2020, as infection rates continue to fall and more companies intensify efforts to bring employees back,” reports the Wall Street Journal.
Material Bank Joins The Climate Pledge
New York, NY, September 19, 2022 — Material Bank, a marketplace for architectural, design, and construction materials, has announced its commitment to The Climate Pledge.
LSI Flooring Celebrating 20 Years of Business
New York, NY, September 19, 2022—LSI Flooring is celebrating its 20th anniversary.