INSIDER’S VIEW | FROM THE PUBLISHER
Summer’s Hottest Topic Our summer issue drops as the U.S. is set to impose tariffs around the globe. The impact of tariffs is adding to anxiety levels and is certainly a huge topic of conversation throughout the area rug industry. Contributing editor Cecile Corral takes a timely look into tariffs speaking with several industry leaders as well as major national chains in her report, At a Crossroads , starting on page 27. RI Contributing editor Rodney Hakim, had the opportunity to spend some time with longtime industry veteran and forward-thinking rug innovator Josh Nazmiyal of Rug & Kilim , Long Island City, NY to catch up on all the latest from their team. See Rug & Kilim Celebrates 45 Years on page 33. Warp and Weft’s “Via” is our lede rug image for summer’s InFOCUS feature , Lin- ear Satisfaction on page 41. It’s from their Crossroads Collection and it is stun- ning. We are showcasing line designs in this issue in a big way. I want to congratulate my friend Michael Mandapati and Warp & Weft on their 25th Anniversary and wish them continued success. In a continuing series of articles, contributing editor Carol Milano, who targets social causes and environmental issues, takes an in-depth dive into the non-profit organization Goodweave starting on page 49. Readers will remember Carol’s first story on LabelSTEP in our Fall 2024 issue. With the summer markets heating up, Atlanta July 15-21 and Las Vegas July 27- 31, make sure you peruse our InSTYLE market gallery to see some of the latest designs that will be on display this summer.
Sleek & Luxurious The sleek, geometric Prague design from Exquisite Rugs is hand-knotted in New Zealand Wool. See the company’s latest intros at Las Vegas Market, B-200 July 27-31. See page 54 for more
market coverage. exquisiterugs.com lasvegasmarket.com
Can’t get enough trade shows? Don’t miss Cover Connect NY, September 13-15. Now in its fifth year, CCNY is shaping up as a great event. Our coverage with exhibitor roster starts on page 58. Lastly, we trust that you are enjoying RUG INSIDER From machine made to handmade, new to antique— we cover it all. With other magazines and trade organ- izations like ORIA going by the wayside, we continue to carry the torch as the voice of the area rug industry. Follow us in print, digital, and on rug- insider.com to stay informed. Your advertising dollars and subscription support allow us to deliver the best trade magazine for the area rug industry. See you at the summer markets!
Peter Woodaman Publisher
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