Manhattan – Manhattan – As part of the third annual scholarship fundraising event, the Home Fashion Products Association (HFPA) Foundation and Home Textiles Today are presenting the thrilling September market cocktail gala, which will confer five honors.
Indo Count Industries will receive the new Home Excellence Leadership Award, which is granted to a home textiles manufacturer or supplier who excels in growing their business.
With a projected volume of $504 million in 2023, Indo Count ranks as the fourth largest supplier to the U.S. market. The company first established itself as a trusted source for sheets in North America. Since then, it has increased through acquisitions as well as organic growth by branching out into new product areas.
After acquiring the home textiles branch of GHCL in 2022, Indo Count’s capabilities were significantly increased, and it continued to develop in its business. The corporation increased the scope of its brand positioning earlier this year when it bought the historical Wamsutta brand from Beyond Inc. Furthermore, it has emerged as the primary licensee of home textiles for the Fieldcrest and Wavery trademarks.
Additionally, Indo Count is getting praise for its continuous commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
Gala to Honor Industry Achievement
HTT had previously revealed the three additional awards. The ultimate prize, which will go to a retailer who excels in the expansion of home textiles, will be revealed soon.
Cynthia Castillo, a merchant at The Home Depot, will receive the Home Excellence Award, which is granted to a single merchant who excels at merchandising in their product area or categories. She started out as a sales associate at the massive home improvement company and worked her way up the ranks. As a merchant, she has concentrated on flooring and related services; in addition, she has managed the merchandising of paint, décor, and custom windows.
The American Textile Company’s Lance and Blake Ruttenberg will receive the Home Excellence Award for Leadership for an individual supplier executive or executive team. The American Textile Company’s innovative culture and vision are recognized with this honor.
Evan H. Margolin of Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), who played a key role in assisting numerous former tenants of 295 Fifth Avenue in moving into new locations along 5th Avenue following the renovation of the Textiles Building into a luxurious office space, will receive the Home Excellence Award for allied to the industry.
Celebrating to Support Future Pioneers in Home Textiles: https://cvent.me/wn2DPo is the link to register for the yearly September market gala.
The spirited cocktail party, which supports the scholarship program of the HFPA Foundation, will be held on Wednesday, September 18 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Harvard Club.
Hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, a student introduction to FIT’s home fashions program, and the announcement of the 2024 Home Excellence recipients are all planned for the two-hour event.
Since its founding in 1996, the Foundation has awarded scholarships to about 250 students. Presently, the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) and Thomas Jefferson University offer scholarships to students enrolled in surface design or home product marketing programs.
The main sponsor of the HFPA Foundation fundraising is ProTecht. Sponsors of Gold include Lichtenberg and Loftex. Silver sponsors are Rush and Company, 1888 Mills, and Natco Home.
The Home Excellence Awards are sponsored by Cotton Incorporated and Welspun (Silver); Cotton Egypt (Bronze); Supima (Platinum).
