Construction spending increased 0.3% in July to $1.56 trillion, the U.S. Census Bureau reported. Compared with July 2020, construction spending was up 9.0%. Residential construction spending surged 26.5% year-over-year, as nonresidential construction spending fell 4.2% year-over-year.
Starnet Worldwide’s board of directors voted to cancel upcoming live events in 2021, including the Starnet Annual Meeting scheduled for Oct. 21–24 at the Omni La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, Calif. The decision to cancel the in-person event was due to “uncertain local conditions changing at the site which negatively impact the member and vendor experience,” according to Starnet.
The World Floor Covering Association is seeking nominations for its Tom Jennings Champion Award, which recognizes individuals in the flooring retail community who excel in customer service. Nominations for the 2021 award can be submitted here. The deadline to enter is Dec. 15.
