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Johnson Named National Accounts Manager for Oriental Weavers
October 30,
2013 by in Carpets / Rugs, Executive Changes, Industry, Product 
Rug supplier Oriental Weavers has named Craig Johnson national accounts manager.
Johnson, who was previously a sales representative for the company, is now responsible for overseeing and fostering the growth of several key national accounts.
Johnson brings more than 20 years of advanced sales leadership to Oriental Weavers’ national accounts team. He has been with the company more than six years, serving as sales representative in the Iowa and Nebraska territories. During his tenure at Oriental Weavers, Johnson has experienced tremendous success, earning several awards for top sales performance and account management. Prior to joining OW, Johnson was with Florstar Sales where he managed a variety of floor covering retailers.
“We are thrilled to have Craig bring his talents and energy to our national accounts team," said Jonathan Witt, vice president. "He’s proven invaluable to the company over the years and we’re excited to watch his success working with our national account retail partners. Craig’s passion for the rug business and broad understanding of assortment planning is unmatched and we look forward to further enhancing our retail partnerships through Craig.”
Johnson will be based out of his Iowa office.