Jim Tierney, sales manager for Activa passed away Sunday, Aug. 5, 2012 after a valiant battle with Adult Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He was 74 and was a resident of Aurora, IL.
Pat Brennan, ColArt America’s VP sales, has left to pursue other opportunities. ColArt should have an announcement soon about the replacement for the head of their sales department.
Howard Krinsky of Binders in Atlanta, GA reports that Creative Director Cobi Edelson is moving on to a new opportunity as Digital Marketing Director for Atlanta Jewish Family Services. Binders‘ new Creative Director is Ray Chang.
The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the 2013 slate of Board of Director candidates for election by the general CHA membership. Members nominated for the Board of Directors are Jessica Goursolas, Vice President of the Creative Network; and Philo Pappas, Executive Vice President – Category Management, Michaels Stores Inc.
Gary Lange has left Savoir-Faire and has joined Grumbacher/Chartpak as its National Sales Director.
Living Walls Conference 2012 – A Celebration of Female Muralists The Conference started in Atlanta, GA in 2010, as a community movement aimed at beautifying recession-hit neighborhoods. The event has not only grown progressively larger each year, but has expanded to Albany, NY as well. This year’s event in Atlanta featured female muralists from around the world, who not only showcased their artistic talents but also highlighted problems facing the city. Click the link below for a slideshow and more on the story.
Americans for the Arts recently recognized Golden Artist Colors as a 2012 BCA 10: Best Companies Supporting the Arts in America honoree. Given annually, the BCA 10 recognizes ten businesses of all sizes for their exceptional involvement with the arts to enrich their workplace, education, and the community. These top ten companies set the standard of excellence and serve as role models for others to follow. “We were absolutely thrilled when we received the exciting news,” said GOLDEN CEO, Mark Golden. “We are so fortunate to be able to work with the most creative artists in the world. This both inspires and enlivens our entire staff knowing we can make a difference. Giving back is just our way to join in this community that has given us so much.” To read about the company’s receipt of the prestigious 2012 BCA 10 Award, go to Press Release.