Bill Geiger Quietly Takes Retirement, Paves Way for Frank Andrew, New Carole President
AUGUSTA, GA—After 45 years with Carole Fabrics, Bill Geiger, President and CEO decided to retire but will continue to consult with the company and make a smooth transition possible with Frank Andrew, the new President. The changes, which… Read more.January 10, 2018
Julie Morris Named VP Sales, Kravet; 29 Year Veteran Susan Lorenz to Retire
BETHPAGE, NY—Julie Morris has joined Kravet Fabrics Corp. as Vice President of Sales. She will follow a trail blazed by Susan Lorenz, a 29-year veteran of Kravet who will retire this year. “Susan has been with Kravet for 29 years and… Read more.January 4, 2018
Michael Schneider Joins Fabrics & Furnishings International As The New Publisher;
Miami Beach, FL - January 1, 2018 - Michael Schneider has taken over the publishing role at Fabrics & Furnishings International (F&FI) from his father Eric Schneider. Eric will continue as publisher emeritus and editor-in-chief. Michael… Read more.December 31, 2017
Sipco Owner, Eric Schneider, Surges Forward
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA. After a week since open heart surgery, Eric Schneider reports a growing interest in returning to his publishing duties. Schneider, who will be 70 on May 10, expects to improve his life quality with the operation. He… Read more.December 21, 2017
Z-Wovens® Names Chip Finneran VP Sales; John Seymour Retires
HIGH POINT, NC--Z-Wovens has named Chip Finneran Vice President, Sales to replace John Seymour who is retiring by year end. Seymour joined the company at its founding in 2011, bringing with him more than three decades of experience, including… Read more.December 4, 2017
Hosford Leaves Richloom Contract
New York—Libby Hosford, Design Director of Contract for Richloom Fabrics Group has left the company after 18 years there. She reported to John Ringer, Vice President, Corporate Sales. Her reasons for leaving are not known at this time nor… Read more.November 30, 2017
Galloway Named Robert Allen Contract VP
New York, NY--Kerry Galloway has been named vice president, contract sales of The Robert Allen Design Group. He succeeds Robert Duban who left for a similar post at Covington Fabrics & Design LLC.Galloway has 15 years of experience… Read more.February 24, 2012
Designtex President Tom Hamilton Retires
New York, NY-- Thomas Hamilton has retired as CEO and president of Designtex, a division of Steelcase Inc. after 28 years with this fabric jobber, 18 years as president. Steelcase brands include Steelcase, Coalesse, Designtex, Details,… Read more.February 23, 2012
