Forwood to Handle Mid-Atlantic for Nourison

Staff -- Home Textiles Today, 1/4/2010 12:00:00 AM

Saddle Brook, N.J. —

Rug manufacturer Nourison has appointed Jeff Forwood account executive for the Mid-Atlantic states, developing business from northern Maryland through southern New Jersey.

He will handle Nourison's rug line of more than 70 active collections as well as broadloom and runner lines. He will also off the newer Nourtex brand of more moderately priced decorative broadloom and runners.

Previously, Forwood held sales and sales management positions within the specialty rug and upscale broadloom industry.

"We are thrilled to have a seasoned professional like Jeff join the team. He is established in the territory, has a strong work ethic and a thorough knowledge of the product categories we cover," said Gerard O'Keefe, vp sales, Nourison.