Record #:

4198

Author(s):

Switzer, Liz

Abstract:

Capel, Inc., located in Troy, is the country's largest privately owned rug manufacturer and importer. Started in 1917 by A. Lon Capel, the company is currently run by his three sons. While Capel, with $50 million in sales in 1998, has a strong market position, competition is growing. As the third-generation prepares to assume control, the company is trying to decide whether to become a major retailer or to continue as an importer and manufacturer.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 19 Issue 7, July 1999, p42-43, 45-47, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Capel, Inc. (Troy); Rug and carpet industry--Troy

Record #:

7436

Author(s):

Wood, Suzanne M.

Abstract:

Mary Clara Capel, administrative director of Capel, Inc., Troy, North Carolina, is devoted to the rug company started by her grandfather in 1917. Capel has worked from the mailroom to the showroom and knows the family business inside out. She joined the company in 1981 and worked in sales in Atlanta and San Francisco before returning to Troy in 1997. Capel, Inc., is the country's largest privately owned rug manufacturer and importer.

Source:

North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 63 Issue 10, Oct 2005, p56-59, por

Subject(s):

Capel, Inc. (Troy); Rug and carpet industry--Troy; Capel, Mary Clara, 1958-

Record #:

23160

Author(s):

Exum, Steve

Abstract:

This article features the Troy, North Carolina-based rug company, Capel Inc., discussing its history, ownership, and business initiatives.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 35 Issue 6, June 2015, p68-73, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Rug and carpet industry--Troy