Richloom Shanghai Adds Two

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

Shanghai, China —

Nolan Mitchell and Grant Hardin have joined Richloom Shanghai Trading Ltd as vp, Asian operations and quality control/technical engineering, Asian operations respectively.

Mitchell, formerly vp sales for Richloom's Vendor Development Group, succeeds Jay Carlson who is no longer with the company. His responsibilities include the office operations here, and directing Richloom's global sales initiative.

Hardin has had design and quality control positions at Berkshire Weaving, which was once part of Richloom in the United States. He later served as a consultant, and in his new position will ensure Richloom's quality standards.

Mitchell and Hardin report to David Titlebaum, vp sales furniture, and Michael Saivetz, vp, director of operations. The duo will reside in China following the Chinese New Year.

"The hiring of Nolan and Grant illustrates and broadens Richloom's commitment to our Shanghai operations, our staff, and our customers," said Jim Richman, president Richloom Fabrics Group.