Barron Frith, president of CFL, was elected as secretary and treasurer for the Resilient Floor Covering Institute during the RFCI Fall Meeting.

Frith has deep experience in the resilient category as president of CFL for 14 years. Prior to that, Frith served 13 years as CEO with Cryntel OEM LVT and earlier held various positions with Congoleum Corp. Frith will join RFCI Board Chairman Herb Upton of Shaw and new vice-chairman Russ Rogg of HMTX who moved from the secretary and treasurer role.) Together, they will guide the fast-growing trade organization that represents resilient flooring.

“We are absolutely delighted that Barron can devote part of the time from his very demanding schedule to help us grow our industry,” said Bill Blackstock, president and CEO of RFCI. 

“CFL is honored to be part of this organization,” said Frith. “If you look at the work that’s being done to benefit our industry, it’s tremendous.”