SHANGHAI, China - Nolan Mitchell and Grant Hardin have been hired as Vice President of Asian Operations and Quality Control/Technical Engineering respectively.

Mitchell will be responsible for overseeing the Shangahi office operations as well as directing Richloom's global sales initiative, previously working as the VP of sales for the Vendor Development Group. Hardin's realm will concern the maintenance of Richloom's quality standards, drawing on his QC and design experience at Berkshire weaving. ''The hiring of Nolan and Grant illustrates and broadens Richloom's strong commitment to our Shanghai operations, our staff, and our customers,'' said Jim Richman CEO, President of Richloom Fabrics Group.

Mitchell and Hardin will begin their residence in China following the Chinese New Year.