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Hi, Greetings from Lancashire England the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Where cotton was first imported into Europe from the USA and woven into the fabric that clothed the world.
By our very history we are no stranger to epidemics and industrial change but in my 30+ years in the Industry it is the first one that I have personally experienced.
Our factories are still operating, although with fewer staff, as we have been asked to stay open by the NHS to supply much needed anti-microbial fabric for the new Covid-19 wards that are being built. They say that necessity is the mother of invention and our production of antimicrobial fabric that kills the virus on impact has led to us into a new industry manufacturing very safe and comfortable face masks that not only perform but are comfortable and look good too.
We all want to get back to work and we shall, as long as we can respect the virus by ensuring that we socially distance.
So as employers we must ensure safe working environments for our staff and respect peoples space. Then we will get through this sooner rather than later. There is nothing I want more than to see our staff come back to the office, and to personally see our customers open up their hotels and restaurants again. Stay safe everyone.
Join NEXT Events and the Hotel Business and InspireDesign media brands for an in-depth discussion on the current coronavirus crisis, and its significant impact on the hospitality industry. The virtual session, āHospitality in the Time of Coronavirus: Solutions for our Industry,ā will bring together industry executives who will provide insight and thought leadership on expectations going forward; analysis of COVID-19ās impact on the industry; legal implications facing hoteliers; advocacy efforts; mitigating financial risks; and crisis management. In addition to providing you with the knowledge and tools to transcend the challenges caused by the pandemic, the panel will answer your questions to help you, your employees, your guests and your businesses weather this crisis.
We are honored to help during this challenging time by engaging with key leaders to keep the lifeblood of our industry flowing.
Chip Rogers, President/CEO, AHLA
Jamie Lane, Senior Managing Economist and Head of CBRE Hotels Research
Jim Butler, Partner, Chairman, Global Hospitality Group
Harry Spirides, President, Spirides Hospitality Finance Company
Moderated by Christina Trauthwein, Editor-in-Chief, Hotel Business and InspireDesign
Greetings from LIXIL Corporation! Hope everyone is adapting to working from home. Yes it can be a little challenging with kids at home, dogs barking in the back ground when on a conference call etc. the struggle is real. However we all need to protect ourselves as well as our families to fight the virus.
With that being said I am here to provide you with any plumbing and china specs you need for upcoming projects. Lixil is the parent company for American Standard, GROHE and DXV. If you need a spec book, samples or simply have questions, please give me a call. I actually miss the social interaction!!! The best way to reach is via email [email protected] or phone 404-623-3142. Stay well and safe.
Greetings from your industry partner, ARTERIORS. We’ve all weathered the storm in other tough situations and this one will be no different. ARTERIORS staff are all working remotely from their homes to do our part in stopping the spread of the Coronavirus. My hope is that by being vigilant against this outbreak we are contributing to a return to normalcy that will take place sooner rather than later if the virus is controlled.
In the meantime, best wishes to everybody affected both personally and professionally by this virus. Stay strong and stay well! Jeanne
Hi Everyone!
I hope that everyone is safe, healthy and staying positive! I wanted to pass along a link to a website that is temporarily offering free Ivy League online courses. There is a wide variety of topics and although most are probably not related to our profession, I though that some people might be interested in just investing in themselves for a few hours a week while they are exercising social distancing. For a small fee, you can also earn a certificate for some courses (not bad for your resume!). Some take place within a specific schedule timeframe and others are on demand.
Greetings from Thomas Lavin! Hope everyone is well during this challenging time. Thank you NEWH for connecting us all!
I am here to support you. Iām available to connect via phone, FaceTime or Zoom meetings. I can also present new product over Zoom, FaceTime, etc., shop or anything else you need. Our manufacturers are still able to send samples.
We are an extension of your office and are here for you when you are ready. Please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or via phone at 310-344-4387. Or instagram at lw_at_thomaslavin and thomaslavinshowroom.
Stay safe and healthy!
Lara Walters
Outside Sales
Thomas Lavin
310-344-4387
Thank you, NEWH for reaching out to all of us in the hospitality design community. In this unprecedented time of uncertainty it is critical that we all stick together and support one another. Designers, Manufacturers, Purchasing Groups, End Users – Let’s all do our best to keep the economy going and help each other any way that we can.
Here at Sandler we are committed to making sure we continue to respond in a timely manner to each and every request. Our customer support team is fully staffed and can fill sample requests and ship in-stock mock up samples. We have had no disruption to shipping of these items. Please call customer service at 404-982-9000 or your local rep for support.
The majority of our supply chain remains fully functioning and product manufacturing and shipments have had little negative impact. Should you have a current order with us or are planning to specify Sandler on a current project, please reach out to us if you have any questions at all. We have been a dedicated partner to the Hospitality market segment and will continue to be through this crisis.
Stay Strong! Stay Safe! Please follow us on Instagram @sandlerseating (also on FB, LinkedIn, Twitter and Pintrest)
We are still here ready to support you and keep your projects going. I am able to connect via phone, email or text or to do a virtual meeting via Facetime or GotoMeeting.
I just joined NEWH and was so looking forward to meeting you all!
I run a company called Art in Offices which provides art to enrich spaces, inspire people, and empower brands. We support emerging artists from across the globe for projects that involve offices, hotels, leisure and retail. If you want to see what type of art we have then please visit http://www.artinoffices.com/artists
Hope everything is holding tight in there.. we all are trying to keep up with whatās going on around the globe. When it comes to safety, we all must put that first and reprioritize our list.
However sometimes we have to be responsible. I just ran into a problem with a client and Iām sure many of us did because of that epidemic situation.
I was supposed to finish fully renovated house by the end of this week as my client are renting on day-to-day basis type of a rent.
Many of my handymen gave up & I didnāt blame them! Some are still coming every other day to finish up the work.
Iām taking responsibility & I go there almost everyday, hoping to finish & turn the project as promised!
Stay safe everyone if you are home or if you have to go to work!
Hasna A.
Interior Designer
ASID President Elect – Michigan Chapter
From all of us at NEXT Events we look forward to hosting you in the future. Stay strong everyone!
With love,
Michael Schneider
Scott Rickles
Ben Skidmore
I love this community! Thank you for creating this.
Elizabeth
Sending much LOVE, SUPPORT, and PRAYERS to all of us in this precious hospitality industry. So much unknown, but we are strong and smart and will get through this together. We have had several go-to-meetings this week, along with working with our on-line tools and these worked really well, although not a face-to-face meeting, it was so comforting to hear each familiar voice and encourage each other. We at Signature Flooring are here to help you in any way possible.
Praying we all stay safe and healthy in the days, weeks and months ahead!
Angie Carter
Signature Flooring
signatureflooring.com
I/We will Survive!
Working remotely and providing product knowledge and sourcing virtual is the new norm for sometime I feel we all our facing.
Here to help!
Here to pray and stay positive and be healthy everyone.
We have been through many ups and downs in this industry, and there will be many more. Ride the waves as they come. Praying that everyone is safe and healthy during these times. Unfortunately this will affect many jobs, but hopefully once we are through this pandemic we will all bounce back and be stronger than ever. The hospitality community is strong, and resilient. Stay tough, and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Be safe. A
We have all been through good times and bad! We will NOT let this or anything else beat any of us! Take good care of yourselves! Focus on Family, Friends, The Blessings we have, Our Beliefs, and focus on safe health practices! I spent many years in this industry and also in the healthcare industry! We can all work together and stay well! Blessings to one and all!
Nice to hear from everyone! Stay well’
Tanya Scott
Many industry clients requested limited or no drop-ins, cancelation of all Product Knowledge and Tabletop events until further notice here in Las Vegas. *
I’m always available via phone, text, email, Microsoft Teams, and Skype to perform PKs, setup your fabrication shop to complete #Masterofstone, send @caesarstoneus samples to your home /office & to your clients home / office – and be of assistance anyway I possibly can. Stay safe! We WILL get through this together ā¤ Your Caesarstone Family
Thank you all for the strength of your words! Our hospitality, design, floristry ; and many others in the people service industry is getting hit hard right now! But we will come out on the other side stronger!!! My prayers are with everyone. Stay healthy and safe.
Van Dresser Company in Atlanta practices weekly AFFIRMATIONS to keep our teams working with a positive unity. This weeks affirmation was so on point – “Be grateful for what you can do.” We certainly feel that way and want our community to know that we are grateful for the reps and manufacturers who have reached out to help us continue practicing our craft. And for our clients who are working hand-in-hand with us to ensure project progression.
NEWH is a strong community – don’t hesitate to reach out to one another for help – there are lots of “helpers” among this hospitality tribe! – And a big thank you to Amiel for reaching out to collect masks for the medical community.
Hospitals are running out of masks. Do you have a supply of them you can donate? We have just a few but if all of us in the NARI community donate our supply it would be a huge help to the medical community. Please contact us via our website: http://www.arteriors.net . We will be collecting and or providing contact information for collection places to send them.
Letās all do our part, they need them a lot more than we do. Thank you!
For most of us, we have seen the ups and downs of the Hospitality industry. The current crisis with C-19 is different and silent this year.
One thing that I have learned, our NEWH group is a strong organization during difficult situations. Key members like AFX/Stonegate, Floor 13, and Stickley are available and ready to serve our NEWH family.
WE will all get through this season in life and
DO IT together.
Better days are ahead.
Rosemary checking in from Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering. We are all working from home, and here to work with clients on projects and to answer questions. As of now, all of our manufacturing is running smoothly.
Wishing everyone a safe journey through these uncharted waters.
Remember, Keep Calm and Breath…..
Sending lots of love from everyone at Yellow Goat Design.
On lights are still on and we are still fully operational. As always we are here to help you with any projects needs. We’re also available for moral support, cute animal pictures on demand, and virtual happy hours. Stay safe and strong.
Situations change daily and different markets are affected differently. Formica Corporation has been closely following the development of the COVID-19 pandemic with the health and safety of customers and employees being our primary concern. Know that we continue to support the A&D community and your projects during this challenging time. Here’s how:
ā¢ You can meet with your Formica rep via phone or web if you have questions
ā¢ Our customer service centers remain staffed to ensure that your projects continue smoothly
ā¢ Samples continue to ship through the normal channels.
Reach out to your Formica Rep. We’re here for you.
Stay safe! Stay healthy!
Greeting from Stickley Contract! Hope our entire hospitality community is doing well during these challenging times! Please be aware that all three of our factories are fully operational with available production capacity. If you have a project that has been met with challenges please reach out to us! Look forward to seeing everyone once things get back to normal and we can begin connecting in person again!
I know we are all going thru a tough moment right now with the Coronavirus and trying to maintain normalcy. The reality is we still have to do our jobs and I know working from home may not allow you all the resources you are used to having at your fingertips. If you are working on a project and you have plumbing to specify, please reach out to me and let me assist you. Like you, Iām at home and I want to help you in any way I can. Soā¦if you need a spec pack, sample mailed out or just have a question for a project, feel free to reach out and let me help you. Iām always here to assist. Weāre all in this together and weāll get through this hopefully sooner than later. Feel free to call or email me with requests or questions.
Hi, Greetings from Lancashire England the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Where cotton was first imported into Europe from the USA and woven into the fabric that clothed the world.
By our very history we are no stranger to epidemics and industrial change but in my 30+ years in the Industry it is the first one that I have personally experienced.
Our factories are still operating, although with fewer staff, as we have been asked to stay open by the NHS to supply much needed anti-microbial fabric for the new Covid-19 wards that are being built. They say that necessity is the mother of invention and our production of antimicrobial fabric that kills the virus on impact has led to us into a new industry manufacturing very safe and comfortable face masks that not only perform but are comfortable and look good too.
We all want to get back to work and we shall, as long as we can respect the virus by ensuring that we socially distance.
So as employers we must ensure safe working environments for our staff and respect peoples space. Then we will get through this sooner rather than later. There is nothing I want more than to see our staff come back to the office, and to personally see our customers open up their hotels and restaurants again. Stay safe everyone.
To register: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YK3nT2dATuqc4CTeiiathw
Join NEXT Events and the Hotel Business and InspireDesign media brands for an in-depth discussion on the current coronavirus crisis, and its significant impact on the hospitality industry. The virtual session, āHospitality in the Time of Coronavirus: Solutions for our Industry,ā will bring together industry executives who will provide insight and thought leadership on expectations going forward; analysis of COVID-19ās impact on the industry; legal implications facing hoteliers; advocacy efforts; mitigating financial risks; and crisis management. In addition to providing you with the knowledge and tools to transcend the challenges caused by the pandemic, the panel will answer your questions to help you, your employees, your guests and your businesses weather this crisis.
We are honored to help during this challenging time by engaging with key leaders to keep the lifeblood of our industry flowing.
Chip Rogers, President/CEO, AHLA
Jamie Lane, Senior Managing Economist and Head of CBRE Hotels Research
Jim Butler, Partner, Chairman, Global Hospitality Group
Harry Spirides, President, Spirides Hospitality Finance Company
Melissa DiGianfilippo, Co-Founder & President, Crisis Management Expert, Serendipit Consulting
Moderated by Christina Trauthwein, Editor-in-Chief, Hotel Business and InspireDesign
Greetings from LIXIL Corporation! Hope everyone is adapting to working from home. Yes it can be a little challenging with kids at home, dogs barking in the back ground when on a conference call etc. the struggle is real. However we all need to protect ourselves as well as our families to fight the virus.
With that being said I am here to provide you with any plumbing and china specs you need for upcoming projects. Lixil is the parent company for American Standard, GROHE and DXV. If you need a spec book, samples or simply have questions, please give me a call. I actually miss the social interaction!!! The best way to reach is via email [email protected] or phone 404-623-3142. Stay well and safe.
Greetings from your industry partner, ARTERIORS. We’ve all weathered the storm in other tough situations and this one will be no different. ARTERIORS staff are all working remotely from their homes to do our part in stopping the spread of the Coronavirus. My hope is that by being vigilant against this outbreak we are contributing to a return to normalcy that will take place sooner rather than later if the virus is controlled.
In the meantime, best wishes to everybody affected both personally and professionally by this virus. Stay strong and stay well! Jeanne
Hi Everyone!
I hope that everyone is safe, healthy and staying positive! I wanted to pass along a link to a website that is temporarily offering free Ivy League online courses. There is a wide variety of topics and although most are probably not related to our profession, I though that some people might be interested in just investing in themselves for a few hours a week while they are exercising social distancing. For a small fee, you can also earn a certificate for some courses (not bad for your resume!). Some take place within a specific schedule timeframe and others are on demand.
Here is the link: https://www.classcentral.com/collection/ivy-league-moocs
Best to all! Jeanne
Thank you Jeanne Varney … love you lots!
Greetings from Thomas Lavin! Hope everyone is well during this challenging time. Thank you NEWH for connecting us all!
I am here to support you. Iām available to connect via phone, FaceTime or Zoom meetings. I can also present new product over Zoom, FaceTime, etc., shop or anything else you need. Our manufacturers are still able to send samples.
We are an extension of your office and are here for you when you are ready. Please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or via phone at 310-344-4387. Or instagram at lw_at_thomaslavin and thomaslavinshowroom.
Stay safe and healthy!
Lara Walters
Outside Sales
Thomas Lavin
310-344-4387
Thank you, NEWH for reaching out to all of us in the hospitality design community. In this unprecedented time of uncertainty it is critical that we all stick together and support one another. Designers, Manufacturers, Purchasing Groups, End Users – Let’s all do our best to keep the economy going and help each other any way that we can.
Here at Sandler we are committed to making sure we continue to respond in a timely manner to each and every request. Our customer support team is fully staffed and can fill sample requests and ship in-stock mock up samples. We have had no disruption to shipping of these items. Please call customer service at 404-982-9000 or your local rep for support.
The majority of our supply chain remains fully functioning and product manufacturing and shipments have had little negative impact. Should you have a current order with us or are planning to specify Sandler on a current project, please reach out to us if you have any questions at all. We have been a dedicated partner to the Hospitality market segment and will continue to be through this crisis.
Stay Strong! Stay Safe! Please follow us on Instagram @sandlerseating (also on FB, LinkedIn, Twitter and Pintrest)
We are still here ready to support you and keep your projects going. I am able to connect via phone, email or text or to do a virtual meeting via Facetime or GotoMeeting.
To see a complete update from Emser click or go to https://www.emser.com/pages/updates
Letās please stay safe, stay connected and take care of each other while we make the most of this (temporary) new normal.
In case you need my contact info: [email protected] 678-710-5663
#stayconnected #takecare #bettertogether #newnormal
Hello All,
I just joined NEWH and was so looking forward to meeting you all!
I run a company called Art in Offices which provides art to enrich spaces, inspire people, and empower brands. We support emerging artists from across the globe for projects that involve offices, hotels, leisure and retail. If you want to see what type of art we have then please visit http://www.artinoffices.com/artists
Any enquiries should be directed to [email protected]
Look forward to speaking with some of you.
Hope everything is holding tight in there.. we all are trying to keep up with whatās going on around the globe. When it comes to safety, we all must put that first and reprioritize our list.
However sometimes we have to be responsible. I just ran into a problem with a client and Iām sure many of us did because of that epidemic situation.
I was supposed to finish fully renovated house by the end of this week as my client are renting on day-to-day basis type of a rent.
Many of my handymen gave up & I didnāt blame them! Some are still coming every other day to finish up the work.
Iām taking responsibility & I go there almost everyday, hoping to finish & turn the project as promised!
Stay safe everyone if you are home or if you have to go to work!
Hasna A.
Interior Designer
ASID President Elect – Michigan Chapter
From all of us at NEXT Events we look forward to hosting you in the future. Stay strong everyone!
Our All Aboard Design cruise is rescheduled for December 7th, 2020: http://www.AllAboardDesign.co
With love,
Michael Schneider
Scott Rickles
Ben Skidmore
I love this community! Thank you for creating this.
Elizabeth
Sending much LOVE, SUPPORT, and PRAYERS to all of us in this precious hospitality industry. So much unknown, but we are strong and smart and will get through this together. We have had several go-to-meetings this week, along with working with our on-line tools and these worked really well, although not a face-to-face meeting, it was so comforting to hear each familiar voice and encourage each other. We at Signature Flooring are here to help you in any way possible.
Praying we all stay safe and healthy in the days, weeks and months ahead!
Angie Carter
Signature Flooring
signatureflooring.com
I/We will Survive!
Working remotely and providing product knowledge and sourcing virtual is the new norm for sometime I feel we all our facing.
Here to help!
Here to pray and stay positive and be healthy everyone.
Sherrie Yarborough
SYNC & ASSOCIATES
synccontract.com
We have been through many ups and downs in this industry, and there will be many more. Ride the waves as they come. Praying that everyone is safe and healthy during these times. Unfortunately this will affect many jobs, but hopefully once we are through this pandemic we will all bounce back and be stronger than ever. The hospitality community is strong, and resilient. Stay tough, and don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it. Be safe. A
We have all been through good times and bad! We will NOT let this or anything else beat any of us! Take good care of yourselves! Focus on Family, Friends, The Blessings we have, Our Beliefs, and focus on safe health practices! I spent many years in this industry and also in the healthcare industry! We can all work together and stay well! Blessings to one and all!
Nice to hear from everyone! Stay well’
Tanya Scott
Many industry clients requested limited or no drop-ins, cancelation of all Product Knowledge and Tabletop events until further notice here in Las Vegas. *
I’m always available via phone, text, email, Microsoft Teams, and Skype to perform PKs, setup your fabrication shop to complete #Masterofstone, send @caesarstoneus samples to your home /office & to your clients home / office – and be of assistance anyway I possibly can. Stay safe! We WILL get through this together ā¤ Your Caesarstone Family
Thank you all for the strength of your words! Our hospitality, design, floristry ; and many others in the people service industry is getting hit hard right now! But we will come out on the other side stronger!!! My prayers are with everyone. Stay healthy and safe.
Van Dresser Company in Atlanta practices weekly AFFIRMATIONS to keep our teams working with a positive unity. This weeks affirmation was so on point – “Be grateful for what you can do.” We certainly feel that way and want our community to know that we are grateful for the reps and manufacturers who have reached out to help us continue practicing our craft. And for our clients who are working hand-in-hand with us to ensure project progression.
NEWH is a strong community – don’t hesitate to reach out to one another for help – there are lots of “helpers” among this hospitality tribe! – And a big thank you to Amiel for reaching out to collect masks for the medical community.
Hospitals are running out of masks. Do you have a supply of them you can donate? We have just a few but if all of us in the NARI community donate our supply it would be a huge help to the medical community. Please contact us via our website: http://www.arteriors.net . We will be collecting and or providing contact information for collection places to send them.
Letās all do our part, they need them a lot more than we do. Thank you!
For most of us, we have seen the ups and downs of the Hospitality industry. The current crisis with C-19 is different and silent this year.
One thing that I have learned, our NEWH group is a strong organization during difficult situations. Key members like AFX/Stonegate, Floor 13, and Stickley are available and ready to serve our NEWH family.
WE will all get through this season in life and
DO IT together.
Better days are ahead.
Rosemary checking in from Momentum Textiles & Wallcovering. We are all working from home, and here to work with clients on projects and to answer questions. As of now, all of our manufacturing is running smoothly.
Wishing everyone a safe journey through these uncharted waters.
Remember, Keep Calm and Breath…..
Sending lots of love from everyone at Yellow Goat Design.
Info on how to keep in contact with us and what we are doing to stay healthy can be found on our blog: https://yellowgoatdesign.com/news/remotewiththegoat
On lights are still on and we are still fully operational. As always we are here to help you with any projects needs. We’re also available for moral support, cute animal pictures on demand, and virtual happy hours. Stay safe and strong.
Situations change daily and different markets are affected differently. Formica Corporation has been closely following the development of the COVID-19 pandemic with the health and safety of customers and employees being our primary concern. Know that we continue to support the A&D community and your projects during this challenging time. Here’s how:
ā¢ You can meet with your Formica rep via phone or web if you have questions
ā¢ Our customer service centers remain staffed to ensure that your projects continue smoothly
ā¢ Samples continue to ship through the normal channels.
Reach out to your Formica Rep. We’re here for you.
Stay safe! Stay healthy!
Greeting from Stickley Contract! Hope our entire hospitality community is doing well during these challenging times! Please be aware that all three of our factories are fully operational with available production capacity. If you have a project that has been met with challenges please reach out to us! Look forward to seeing everyone once things get back to normal and we can begin connecting in person again!
I know we are all going thru a tough moment right now with the Coronavirus and trying to maintain normalcy. The reality is we still have to do our jobs and I know working from home may not allow you all the resources you are used to having at your fingertips. If you are working on a project and you have plumbing to specify, please reach out to me and let me assist you. Like you, Iām at home and I want to help you in any way I can. Soā¦if you need a spec pack, sample mailed out or just have a question for a project, feel free to reach out and let me help you. Iām always here to assist. Weāre all in this together and weāll get through this hopefully sooner than later. Feel free to call or email me with requests or questions.