WENDELL, NC -  Laurie Rudd Public Relations and Marketing is excited to announce the launch of a new, revamped website for the boutique public relations firm.  The in-house redesign celebrates the ten year anniversary of passionate creativity, individualized attention, and proven results for clients of the firm that specializes in…

Jim Kemp has been named vice president of product development for specialty at Agio, usA. Kemp is responsible for ensuring that new products are developed to satisfy the unique demands of patio specialty retailers and their customers.

“It’s a great opportunity to work with the level of talent Agio…

Mark Nureddine, CEO and founder of Bull Outdoor Products (Rialto, California), was this year’s recipient of the Donna H. Myers Barbecue Leadership Award at HPBExpo. Bull is a leader in the manufacture of prefabricated outdoor kitchen appliances and equipment, providing products to 900 dealers and distributors in North America, as…

Castelle has launched its latest interactive marketing asset, the custom draping tool. Available to consumers and castelle retail partners, this tool offers the ability to customize any collection piece in the entire brand of handcrafted outdoor furnishings with thousands of options, in virtual and printed formats.

Derek Ritzel, former…

Montigo, a leading designer and builder of commercial and residential fireplace products, has appointed Sharon Murray vice president of business development. Murray brings the company more than 20 years of sales experience in the residential and commercial construction-products industry. She was responsible for major growth initiatives in hospitality and commercial…