Phifer Inc. has promoted Monica Thornton to the position of director of design. With more than 24 years’ experience in the outdoor -fabric arena, Thornton possesses in-depth knowledge of the industry and its global evolution. She has been employed as senior designer at Phifer for the past three years and previously held design and marketing positions elsewhere.

Hugo Benitez, national market manager for Phifer’s Designed Fabrics division, says, “Monica has been an integral part of our Designed Fabrics team, creating fabric collections that have made Phifer a leader in design. Her knowledge of outdoor furniture markets has been instrumental in Phifer’s continued growth worldwide.”