Chip Howalt

Tapistron International, Inc. engages in the development and acquisition of proprietary technologies in the textile industry & commercialization of such technologies on a global basis.The company's initial technology computerized yarn placement machine produces tufted carpets and rugs in highly versatile patterns, colors & textures. It believes that the potential market for its technologically advanced tufting machine lies with manufacturers that wish to meet the growing demand for patterned products witnessed in the commercial & residential floor covering markets. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Ringgold, GA.

Shaw Industries, Inc. produces and sells carpets, rugs, ceramic, hardwood, and laminate flooring. It also offers carpet tile, commercial hard surface, vinyl, tiles and stones. The company was founded by Robert E. Shaw in 1946 and is headquartered in Dalton, GA.

Rotary International, Inc. operates an international service organization. It states human rights for the purpose to bring together business and professional leaders in to provide humanitarian services, encourage ethical standards in all vocations. The company was founded by Paul P. Harris on February 23, 1905 and is headquartered in Evanston, IL.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes provides sports coaching services. It offers coaches and athletes for the professional, college, high school, junior high, and youth levels. The company was founded by Don McClanen in 1954 and is headquartered in Kansas City, MO.

The Salvation Army is a non-profit organization. It is an international movement which is part of the universal Christian church. The organization was founded by William Booth in 1865 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

The American Institute of Architects operates as a professional association of architects. It provides support services for architects who wants to continue education experience and maintain their licensure; web-based resources; and conducts market research and provides analysis of the economic factors that affect the business of architecture. The company was founded by Richard Upjohn, H. W. Cleaveland, Henry Dudley, Leopold Eidlitz, Edward Gardiner, Richard Morris Hunt, J. Wrey Mould, Fred A. Petersen, J. M. Priest, John Welch, Richard Upjohn Jr., Charles Babcock, and Joseph C. Wells on February 23, 1857 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a company that strives to create a better future for its customers, company, people, and communities. The company is based in Dalton, GA and was founded in 1967. With over 20,000 employees, the company combines market knowledge with innovative thinking to set the standard for next-generation manufacturing. Tim Baucom has been the CEO of the company since 1992.

C&A Industries, Inc. provides staffing and placement services. It offers direct hire, match hire, and contract and supplemental options. The company was founded by Larry J. Courtnage in 1969 and is headquartered in Omaha, NE.

Part of Mohawk Industries, Inc., Wayn-Tex, Inc. is a company that manufactures primary carpet backing. The company is based in Waynesboro, VA. Wayn-Tex was acquired by Mohawk Industries, Inc. on February 04, 2005.

The Facility Group, Inc. provides engineering, architecture, and program and construction management services. It provides its services to the distribution, food, industrial, government, education, and criminal justice markets. The company was established in 1986 and is headquartered in Smyrna, GA.

Shaw Sports Turf manufactures sports products. The firm supplies carpet, hardwood, laminate, resilient, and tile/stone flooring products, as well as synthetic turf. It serves in the area of residential and commercial markets. The company is headquartered in Calhoun, GA.

LIFE Ministries, Inc. engages as a non-profit religious organization. The company is headquartered in Stockbridge, GA.