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John Mendez, sales representative for 828 International.

GREENVILLE, SC, July 12, 2006—828 International is pleased to announce the addition of John Mendez to its sales team. Mendez will cover central and northern New Jersey, in addition to Long Island, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx in New York. Mendez is based in Huntington, New York and reports directly to Tom Morris, National Sales Manager for 828 International. 

Mendez spent 12 years as a regional sales representative for Fabrica International—a high-end, international custom rug and carpet manufacturer. During that time, he was the top sales representative on the East Coast for 9 consecutive years and recognized by Fabrica as National Salesperson of the Year in 1999. Mendez is an industry foundation member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and has established close relationships with the design community in addition to retailers, design suppliers, and furniture stores.

“The New York / New Jersey territory is very important and requires strong representation,” says Morris. “Mendez has the track record, desire, and commitment it takes to further our business in the Northeast.  We are pleased to have him join our team.”

Customers in or visiting the New York area are able to view 828 International’s entire line of power-loomed, hand-knotted and hand-tufted rugs, at the company’s permanent showroom. The showroom will be open during Metro Market Week from September 8-22 and is available year-round by appointment. To make an appointment, please call John Mendez at 631-549-7875.

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828 International Trading Company
1512-A Roper Mountain Road 
Greenville, SC 29615
1-800-733-0828
www.828rugs.com