MARIETTA, Ga. - March 23, 2009 - Today's economic climate is leaving holes in more than just our wallets. It's diverting career paths, disrupting lifestyles and affecting our generally positive perspectives on life and the future. Understanding the significant impact that the economy continues to have on the design community, commercial carpet manufacturer The Mohawk Group "“ including its four brands Bigelow, Lees, Karastan and Durkan "“ in sponsorship with the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) and Interior Design magazine, is helping to fill an industry void by hosting a series of events called "Re:work." The events, to be held in major cities throughout the U.S., are designed to help out-of-work architects and designers get back to the drawing board, and hopefully, back to work.

"Just like so many industries, the architecture and design community is fighting severe business slow-downs, layoffs and even firm closures," said Al Kabus, president, The Mohawk Group. "Re:work is our way to try to help architects and designers stay on "“ or in many cases, get back on "“ their feet. The Mohawk Group is reallocating our marketing dollars to invest in this initiative because we strongly believe in the importance of helping our customers, peers and friends, especially at a time when it's needed most."

The free, day-long workshop and seminar-style events will provide valuable opportunities to work with experts on resume writing, financial planning, interview skills and career coaching, while offering constructive industry insight from architects and designers. Information about local career and other job loss-related resources in each city will also be available to attendees. The events are CEU-accredited (.4 CEU credits) by IIDA.

The events "“ to be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. "“ are currently scheduled for six cities with additional locations and dates to be announced. Participants must register to attend.

• Atlanta, April 14, The W Hotel (Ivan Allen Blvd. location)


• New York City, April 28, The Mohawk Group Showroom (71 West 23rd Street,18th Floor)


• Los Angeles, May 12, location TBA


• Las Vegas, May 15, location TBA


• Dallas, May 27, location TBA


• Chicago, June 25, The Mohawk Group Showroom, The Merchandise Mart

For more information about "Re:work" and to register for the event, visit www.themohawkgroup.com/rework. You can also connect with The Mohawk Group and "Re:work" on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.

About The Mohawk Group:
A leading commercial carpet manufacturer, The Mohawk Group "“ including Karastan Contract, Lees Carpets, Bigelow Commercial and Durkan "“ produces award-winning"¨broadloom, modular and custom carpeting for every installation. Providing superior performance, cutting-edge style and revolutionary innovation, The Mohawk Group is a pioneer in the design of sustainable carpeting and continues to drive environmentally sound practices inside and outside of its facilities. For additional information, look for The Mohawk Group at www.themohawkgroup.com or call (800) 554-6637.

Mohawk Industries

Mohawk Industries

Mohawk Industries: Mohawk Industries is the leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Group, Pergo, Unilin, Quick-Step and IVC. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

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