Milliken Honors StarNet Member Bonitz

Ridgefield, CT, May 17--StarNet Commercial Flooring Cooperative announces that one of its members--Bonitz Flooring Group of Greenville, SC--has been honored with the 2003 “Premier Dealer Partner of the Year award” from Milliken Carpet. Laura Folusewych, Senior Territory Manager for Milliken Carpet, presented the award to Philip E. Ashley, Profit Center Leader for Bonitz Flooring Group, Inc., at a special dinner to honor the entire Bonitz team. Lori Dowling, president and CEO of StarNet Commercial Flooring, said, “We’re pleased to extend our congratulations to Bonitz Flooring Company and appreciate the expertise they offer StarNet as members.” Each year Milliken Carpet recognizes one specific dealer location for their outstanding support and partnership. Milliken Sales Associates worldwide nominate outstanding dealer partners from the Milliken Global Dealer Network. The “Premier Dealer Partner” selection criteria includes: ·Highest quality of professional services to commercial market customers. ·Support and promotion of Milliken Carpet products and services. ·Partnership with Milliken Carpet in providing the highest level of customer satisfaction to our customers. ·Innovation of new products and services. ·Sales volume and growth with Milliken Commercial Carpet. Over 100 dealers were reviewed for recognition. In 2003, Bonitz surpassed all of the ‘Premier’ selection criteria and is on pace to have an even more successful 2004. Pat Kelly, National Sales Manager for Milliken Carpet, said, “Milliken is dedicated to supporting a strong, highly qualified, entrepreneurial dealer network. This network is committed to providing the highest quality of services to the commercial market: office, government, healthcare, education, airports, arenas and convention centers.” Celebrating its 50th anniversary in March 2004, Bonitz Flooring Group, Inc. is the largest employee owned, commercial flooring dealer in America. The company represents the leaders in flooring design and manufacturing. Philip Ashley, Manager of Bonitz Flooring Group, Inc., said, “Milliken has been a valued partner of Bonitz Flooring Group, Inc. for many years. This affiliation has been especially significant in the Greenville, South Carolina market. Laura Folusewych and Mike Patrick, Market Manager for Milliken Carpet, have been a tremendous asset to our entire sales staff, and one of the principle reasons for Bonitz Flooring Group’s many accomplishments. We are truly honored to receive this special recognition from one of our esteemed partners, and look forward to continued success.”

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