DALTON (February 9, 2009)—Mohawk Industries has been named as one of Training Magazine’s “Top 125” training organizations again for 2009. Mohawk ranked 9th among the hundreds of corporations reviewed for this year’s awards.

This is the third consecutive year that Mohawk has ranked among the elite training organizations in North America.

The “Top 125” is considered the most elite ranking among Fortune 500 companies for Training and Learning Development. Other notable companies recognized include PricewaterhouseCooper (#1), Microsoft (#10), Verizon (#15), Best Buy (#33) and McDonalds (#35).

“Drawing inspiration and sharing best practices from companies like Microsoft, Disney Institute, and IBM is nothing new to Mohawk University,” said Mike Zoellner, Vice President of Marketing Services. “We look to the best-in-class learning organizations when we develop & implement new programs.”

To qualify for the Training Magazine Top 125 Award, company training organizations are measured, selected and ranked on both quantitative and qualitative data. Key factors influencing the rankings include training tied to business objectives; leadership development programs; tuition assistance to employees; number of trainers and subject matter experts; certification programs; and business results. An independent research and statistical data company makes the initial recommendations.

In the last three years, Mohawk has risen in its ranking from 64th in 2007, 19th in 2008, and to 9th in 2009. Mohawk was recognized for a variety of programs, especially a new employee orientation and onboarding program that includes online and classroom learning as well as structured interaction between the new hire, their peers, and supervisor. Sales performance training, and Mohawk University’s award-winning retailer program was also noted.

Collectively, the Mohawk Learning organizations cross all divisions of Mohawk Industries, including Dal-tile University, Unilin, Mohawk Home, Logistics, Customer Service, Human Resources, and Mohawk University.

“Mohawk's training team works diligently to help employees improve their performance and to maximize the value they can bring to our customers. This honor is shared by all of the men and women at Mohawk with formal and informal training responsibilities. They are key contributors to our company's success and we are grateful for their ongoing good work,” said Robert Webb, Director Corporate Communications and Training. “Many of the organizations on this list have global operations and tremendous resources for training. We are honored that Training Magazine feels our programs meet these same high standards of excellence.”

Mohawk University, the residential flooring training arm of Mohawk Industries, teaches thousands of people each year how to become experts in different aspects of the floor covering business, covering everything from installation to business operations. Courses can help novices learn the fundamentals, or make seasoned veterans even better. And it’s all done objectively, with no sales or marketing distractions.

Mohawk University has won numerous awards for its seminars and programs, both within and outside the floorcovering industry, and has been recognized by professional training organizations internationally for its work, including leading trade organizations, Media Communications Association International, and the American Advertising Federation.

To learn more about Mohawk University, ask your Mohawk representative, visit www.mohawk-university.com, or call 1-800-664-2958.