Burlington Rug taps new senior veep, bath

By Staff -- Home Textiles Today, 7/7/2003 12:00:00 AM

KENNESAW, GA —

Burlington Rug Corp. has appointed Dennis Fein to the new post of senior vp, bath. He began his new duties on June 30.

Fein, who will remain based in New York, will report to Saeid Korhani, chairman and ceo.

Fein brings 14 years of career experience to the job. Most recently, he spent the past year working for New York-based home furnishings supplier Pem America as its vp of bath. Prior to that he worked for Mohawk Home for 13 years, lastly as vp of sales for upstairs distribution.

In his new stint, he will be responsible for expanding Burlington Rug's bath rug distribution, especially with the upstairs market.

"We had a void of expertise in the upper end of the market, and Dennis brings us unmatched experience and expertise," John McLeod, vp of sales, told HTT.

Added Fein: "Burlington Rug has a great brand name and a lot of opportunity."