PDF’s Hagen Sees Business Boom
PRINCETON JUNCTION, NJ— U.S.-based fabric jobbers are embracing custom software to run their business according to Steve Hagen, principal of PDF Systems Inc. here. “The residential fabric business is booming in the States and jobbers are… Read more.July 29, 2021
Sonia Bachleda Heads Up J. Queen New York Piecegoods
NEW YORK- According to Julie Brady, President, in six years with the company, Sonia Bachleda is making her mark as a valued part of the J Queen New York Team. As a result, she was recently promoted to Sales Executive and E-commerce Director. “Sonia… Read more.July 21, 2021
Glenda Spangler, named President of Springs Creative Decorative Division
ROCK HILL, SC—Glenda Spangler, named President of Springs Creative Decorative Division in March, is getting her hands around her portion of the company’s $100 million printing business. Previously with Richloom Fabrics Group for 30 years,… Read more.July 1, 2021
It’s time for everyone to get back on the road and see their suppliers and customers; especially in Turkey!
Turkish mills will roll out the red carpet for anyone importing Turkish-made fabrics. The Turkish mills have labored hard to produce quality goods and the prices are better than ever with the lira so low. There has never been a better time… Read more.June 23, 2021
Baris Coskun Focuses On American Contract
ISTANBUL—Textile engineer and veteran fabric sourcing specialist is turning his focus to the contract fabric business in the USA. Coskun, who represents 20 Turkish mills, feels the timing is right to develop new fabrics for the hospitality… Read more.June 23, 2021
Ruchan Retires; Baydar Joins Vanelli
BURSA, TURKEY—Ruchan Tacettin has retired after more than 30 years as export director of Vanelli and sister company Dina. Mevlut Baydar has recently joined Vanelli as sales director. He was previously involved with Boyteks here and more… Read more.June 10, 2021
American Silk Names Kena Cohenour Director of Design & Merchandising
HIGH POINT, NC--American Silk Mills tapped former Bassett textiles & merchandising Vice President Kena Cohenour as Director of Design & Merchandising. Cohenour was previously with Bassett for over 20 years. Some of Cohenour’s awards include… Read more.May 10, 2021
Gordon Boggis Named Carnegie CEO
ROCKVILLE CENTER, NY—Gordon Boggis is the new CEO of Carnegie Fabrics. He is a turnaround specialist with a background in the food industry. He reports to Ethan Thurow, Director. James Kaplan was the previous president of Carnegie Fabrics… Read more.April 27, 2021
