The Carpet and Rug InstituteMedia Advisory - Spokesperson for Carpet and Trade Issues

Contact: CRI Communications Department, 706.428.2103

Dalton, GA. (May 14, 2004) - John Miller, general counsel and manager of government affairs for the Carpet and Rug Institute, is available to discuss international and trade issues as they relate to carpet manufacturing, Chinese piracy issues and potential European Union (EU) sanctions.

Mr. Miller is well versed in each of the issues and recently traveled to China to meet with government officials on behalf of the carpet industry. At CRI, Mr. Millers responsibilities have included handling government relations activities at the state and local level throughout the southeast and the western part of the United States. Mr. Miller has also been significantly involved with the CRI Political Action Committee.

If you would like to schedule an interview with Mr. Miller, please contact James Beach in CRIs Communications Department by calling 706-428-2116.