The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) has appointed Richard Ali as its Director of Government Affairs starting July 2, 2012. Mr. Ali, formerly with the lobbying firm Capital Action Network, brings a wealth of association lobbying to HPBA. “Rich’s extensive background in lobbying, federal legislative and regulatory activities and…

Homecrest Outdoor Living has announced the Access Sales Associates will represent Homecrest Outdoor Living in Northern California and Nevada. This dynamic team consists of three partners -Matt Maher, Chris Kjome and Nate Grimstvedt based out of Fairfield, California. Since 1990 this organization has been blanketing all facets of the geographic…

Glen Raven Custom Fabrics has named Alexis Maklakoff as business manager for casual fabrics, responsible for merchandising, marketing and product support for the outdoor furniture market. Maklakoff reports to Suzie Roberts, vice president and business manager for…

Bruce Spangrud, creator/inventor of the original modular outdoor islands, launched Galaxy Outdoor (Las Vegas, Nevada), which manufactures a new and improved line of outdoor fire products and custom and stock outdoor kitchens. All framed structures built by Galaxy Outdoor are…

Select Outdoor Kitchens, a leader in supplying portable outdoor-kitchen cabinetry, gas grills, and ceramic cookers, recently expanded its product offerings to include turnkey, all-inclusive cabinetry units for the hospitality industry. Mike Miller, president, says, “There isn‘t anybody else offering a…