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One of Brintons' notable new launches has been the addition of its Naturals collection. Geared toward
guestrooms and suites, it utilizes 100 percent raw, undyed wool. Its latest design collection, Patria-Latin for
" hometown " -gave the field designers a chance to create artwork inspired by where they grew up. " I have
been part of NEWH organization since 2002 when I first started out in hospitality purchasing, " says Brintons'
vice president of sales Cori Walthers. " I have met students looking to break into the industry, customers,
competitors, and other manufacturing companies that have become true friends and partners. I've used
the NEWH career website to hire some incredible individuals. We are proud to support NEWH as it invests in the future of the industry and
supports strong working relationships between designers, manufacturers, buyers, and end users. "
This year Fabricut has launched several new drapery and upholstery collections, including a
narrow and wide-width decorative sheers collection Sheer Boutique. It has also partnered with an
established coated performance fabric and faux leather mill to introduce hundreds of decorative,
printed, textured, and high-performing coated fabrics to its product offering, as well as three
new Supreen performance fabrics to its Upholstery Essentials Collection. The company is working with Design for Health to complete its
MindClick Sustainability Assessment Program survey, adding another layer to its sustainability initiatives and empowering designers to
specify its fabrics for healthy interiors. " Fabricut Contract established our position early on with NEWH and we are honored to continue our
long-term support as a Benefactor Partner, " says national sales manager Nancy Micsko.
This past year, Kimball launched a new Inspired Design collection, Sierra, and continued to build
its custom and program capabilities. It is committed to a design-focused approach to product
development to create the best-in-class guestroom experience for customers. " At Kimball
Hospitality and D'style by Kimball Hospitality design is more than a product, it is being part of the
project from start to install and bringing that design to life, " says Phil Englert, Kimball Hospitality's director of marketing and new business
development. " Being a corporate partner of NEWH gives us the ability to meet so many inspiring people across the industry. NEWH's
commitment to the design community and to students is unparalleled and we are proud to be a part of that community.
The Mandy Li Collection recently provided custom public space seating and casegoods to the
renovation of the Biltmore, a Waldorf-Astoria Resort in Phoenix. The company continues to believe
in the vision of NEWH. It's about scholarship, education, and business networking. " As a longtime
member of the hospitality industry and as a company that regularly works with folks like owners,
designers, architects, and manufacturers, we are aware of the importance of being able to collaborate and share ideas with our direct and
indirect partners in business, " says company president and owner Mandy Li. " NEWH enables us all to connect and come together, whether
in person or video. We hope to continue to 'come together' for years to come. "
The launch of P/Kaufmann's Restore, Reimagine, and Realign collections increased the breadth of its sustainable fabric
offering and showcased the spectrum of color, texture, and tactile luxury that is now possible with recycled yarns for a range
of applications. These upholstery, sheers, and drapery collections highlight the variety of recycled material sources, including
marine litter and fabric waste from the textile production process. It is also proud of its company-wide initiative to eliminate the
use of topical finishes that contain PFAS (fluorine-based chemistry.) NEWH continues to connect suppliers with clients, talent
with employers, and students with mentors in fresh and adaptable ways that help the industry move forward during this time of uncertainty. Local and regional chapter
events have helped P/Kaufmann's sales team reconnect with clients and facilitated collaborations with other supplier partners to offer one-stop shopping experiences that
customers love.
Tarkett Hospitality has a renewed focus on Axminster, and is excited to debut a bold and
beautiful custom collection at BDNY featuring its luxurious Axminster construction, in addition to a
preview of two of its newest product launches. It is excited to launch its new hospitality carpet tile
collections, and new LVT collection, designed to pair seamlessly with all Tarkett carpet tile offering
the texture and softness of the carpet combined with the performance of the LVT. One of the company's top sustainability accomplishments
is its iD Latitude LVT collection of woods, stones, and abstracts. In addition to improving the health and wellness of spaces with low TVOCs,
it's asthma and allergy friendly certified and every installation of iD Latitude helps decrease its carbon footprint and reduce greenhouse
gases. " Through NEWH we have strengthened our relationships with industry members and have made new connections that we value.
The network is also a great way to meet emerging talent and support their aspirations to enter the hospitality industry, " says Kim Drautz,
president of Tarkett Hospitality. " We appreciate all NEWH does to bring the hospitality industry together and to make us stronger. It is a
privilege to be a member of this professional and talented group. "
Thanking NEWH, Inc.'s 2022 Corporate Partners
Benefactor: DURKAN HOSPITALITY | FABRICUT CONTRACT/S. HARRIS | MILLIKEN FLOORS | SIGNATURE | ULSTER Patron: BERNHARDT HOSPITALITY | BRINTONS |
DELTA FAUCET COMPANY | EMERALD | INSTALLATION SERVICE GROUP | KB CONTRACT | MOEN / HOUSE OF ROHL | P/KAUFMANN CONTRACT | PTY CUSTOM LIGHTING |
VALLEY FORGE FABRICS Supporting: AMERICAN ATELIER, INC. | ARTERIORS CONTRACT | ARTLINE GROUP | ASHLEY LIGHTING, INC. | CHAPMAN HOSPITALITY LIGHTING |
CROSSLEY AXMINSTER | CRYPTON + NANOTEX | DOWN ETC. | ENCORE HOSPITALITY CARPET | FIL DOUX TEXTILES | KIMBALL HOSPITALITY | LILY JACK | MANDY LI COLLECTION | PORCELANOSA |
RICHLOOM CONTRACT | SERGE FERRARI GROUP | SERTA SIMMONS HOSPITALITY | SHAW HOSPITALITY | SHELBY WILLIAMS | SUMMER CLASSICS CONTRACT | SURYA CONTRACT |
TARKETT HOSPITALITY | TLS FURNITURE | TROPITONE FURNITURE COMPANY | W A L T E R S ❙❘❚
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