Mr. Kathwari has received
several recognitions, including.
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10.18.09 - - American Furniture Hall of Fame Induction |
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Joining 78 Hall of Fame members, Mr. Kathwari was inducted into the
American Furniture Hall of Fame during the High Point Market. The American Furniture Hall of Fame stated, “Farooq Kathwari has been the driving force behind Ethan Allen, a leading
manufacturer and retailer of high quality home furnishings and interior design services. As President, Chairman and
CEO, his distinguished leadership is further demonstrated through his service to the industry, the community, and the
world." Click here to read the full press release
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1.22.09 - - South Asian Bar Association of New York - 2009 Corporate
Leadership Award |
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The South Asian Bar Association of New York (SABANY) honored Farooq
Kathwari with the 2009 Corporate Leadership Award at its annual Leadership
Awards gala in recognition of South Asian individuals who are making their
mark by demonstrating leadership within their profession and to their
community. |
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11.22.2008 -- Honoree at Westchester Arts Council's Gala |
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The Westchester Arts Council honored Farooq Kathwari for efforts to advance the business of design and his support of humanitarian causes. "Art has the power to bring people together at a time when every effort is being made to divide people in the world," says Farooq Kathwari. To read the full article in Artsnews click here. |
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5.18.2008 -- Honorary Doctorate Degree Presented by Western Connecticut
State University |
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WSCU presented Farooq Kathwari with an honorary doctorate degree in recognition of his humanitarian efforts to bring peace to areas of conflict. WSCU President, Dr. Schmotter, said,"Farooq Kathwari is one of America's most successful, thoughtful business leaders. His compelling observations on the nature of globalization and its impact on businesses, society and individual lives and careers have received acclaim in the U.S. and abroad." To read the transcript of Mr. Kathwari's speech "Entering a Globalized World: Challenges and Opportunities, click here. |
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5.08.2007 -- Asian American Federation
2007 Honoree |
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The Asian American Federation of New York
each year recognizes outstanding
individuals who have made a direct, substantive contribution
to our
society. Mr. Kathwari received the 2007 award at the Spirit
of Asian
America Gala event held May 8, 2007. Click
here for more information . |
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4.23.07 — 2007-Outstanding American by
Choice Award |
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Mr. Kathwari was honored as "Outstanding
American by Choice" in
a special ceremony at the U.S. State
Department. The Outstanding American by Choice award recognizes
the
outstanding achievements of naturalized U.S. citizens through
civic
participation, professional achievement, and responsible citizenship.
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice introduced Mr. Kathwari
as the
Chairman, President, and CEO of Ethan Allen as well as a respected
voice in
international affairs. The award was presented to Mr. Kathwari
by Dr.
Emilio Gonzalez, Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration
Service.
Click here to read the full story |
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6.21.2006 — USCIB and BHF's 2006
Business Humanitarian Award |
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Mr. Kathwari was awarded the 2006 Business
Humanitarian Award by the United States Council for International
Business (UCSIB) and the Business Humanitarian Forum (BHF)
for his life-long involvement in humanitarian activities. Click
here to read full press release. |
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2.25.2006 — 2006 EPIIC Dr. Jean Mayer
Global Citizenship Award |
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The EPIIC Program at Tufts University bestowed
one of the 2006 Dr. Jean
Mayer Global Citizenship Awards to Mr. Kathwari. This award
is given
annually to scholars and practitioners whose moral courage,
personal
integrity and passion are dedicated to solving the most pressing
problems
facing the world. Click to read his comments. |
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10.25.2005 — International Center
of New York 2005 Honoree |
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Mr. Kathwari was honored by the International
Center of New York, which celebrated outstanding foreign-born
individuals who have made a significant contribution to American
life. |
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10.16.2005 — Eleanor Roosevelt
Val-Kill Medal |
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Mr. Kathwari was a 2005 Eleanor Roosevelt
Val-Kill Medal recipient for his contributions toward bringing
peace to the Kashmir region. The Eleanor Roosevelt Val-Kill
Medal is awarded annually to outstanding individuals whose
work reflects Mrs. Roosevelt’s humanitarian values,
vision, and leadership.
Read
more... | Click to read his comments |
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9.30.2005 — Development in Literacy
Humanitarian Award |
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Mr. Kathwari was honored with the 2005 DIL
Humanitarian Award for his efforts in furthering DIL’s
mission to eradicate illiteracy in the remote and neglected
areas of Pakistan by establishing primary and secondary schools
for underprivileged children. |
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5.15.2005 — Honorary Doctor
of Humane Letters Degree from Sacred Heart University |
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Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut,
the second-largest Catholic University in New England, bestowed
an honorary doctorate degree on Mr. Kathwari as a result of
his leadership in turning around one of America’s best-known
brands, and for chairing such critical efforts as Refugees
International and the Kashmir Study Group. Click here to read
his comments |
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11.6.2004 — American Furniture Manufacturers
Association's Distinguished Service Award |
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Mr. Kathwari received the AFMA’s Distinguished
Service Award, given annually to recognize significant contributions
to the home furnishings industry. Read
more... |
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9.29.2004 — International Furnishings
and Design Association Revolutionary Retailer Award |
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Mr. Kathwari was given the IFDA’s Revolutionary
Retailer Award in recognition of his innovative
merchandising and image-shaping strategies, which revolutionized
a 70-year-old brand. |
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5.2004 — Anti-Defamation League
2004 Humanitarian Award |
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The Anti-Defamation League honored Mr. Kathwari
with their 2004 Humanitarian Award for his efforts in advancing
the cause of social justice and his commitment to the protection
of human rights and personal dignity. |
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1.14.2003 — National Retail Federation
Gold Medal Award |
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The National Retail Federation honored Mr.
Kathwari with the prestigious Gold Medal Award, which is presented
to an outstanding retailer for excellence, creative genius,
and vision in leading their business and retail trade. Read
more... |
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1.13.2003 — International First Freedom
Award |
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Mr. Kathwari received this award from the
Virginia-based Council for America’s First Freedom. Mr.
Kathwari was recognized for his leadership of a campaign to
foster unity among people of all faiths, with particular focus
on developing a peace accord in Kashmir. Read
more... |
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12.3.2002 — Sound Shore Medical Center
tribute |
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Sound Shore Medical Center of Westchester,
New York recognized Mr. Kathwari as an extraordinary individual
who has made significant contributions to the corporate community
and to SSMC. |
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6.20.2002 — Southwest Connecticut/New
York Hudson Valley Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the
Year |
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Mr. Kathwari was named 2002 Entrepreneur of
the Year. The annual awards, selected by a panel of independent
judges, are given to an elite group of entrepreneurs whose vision,
innovation, and hard work have established and sustained successful
and growing businesses. |
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10.2002 — WOW Award for
Mentoring by the Women in the Home Industries Today (WithIt) |
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The WithIt organization honored Mr. Kathwari
as the first male ever to receive their WOW award for Mentoring.
The mentoring award is given to a retail executive who consistently
fosters advocacy, development, and promotion of the women
in their company. |
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10.25.2001 — Connecticut Retail
Merchants Association Retailer of the Year |
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Ethan Allen was named the 2001 Retailer of
the Year by the Connecticut Retail Merchants Association.
Governor John G. Rowland bestowed this award to Mr. Kathwari,
citing Mr. Kathwari’s commitment to his employees and
to the state of Connecticut, and to providing quality products
and services to Connecticut consumers. |
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5.1999 — Worth Magazine’s
The Best 50 CEOs |
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Mr. Kathwari was named one of the best 50
CEOs by Worth Magazine. Worth publishes its list of “shining
stars” based on their past accomplishments and the idea
that they will continue to excel. Leaders selected for this
list must show vision, integrity, focus, a willingness to
take risks, and an unwavering belief in their abilities. |
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12.1997 — Furniture/Today’s
Leader of the Year Award |
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Furniture/Today presented its first
annual Leader of the Year award to Mr. Kathwari. The award
was created to honor a retail or manufacturing executive who
has demonstrated exceptional leadership during the past year.
Mr. Kathwari was cited as the clear choice for this first
award due to Ethan Allen’s strong results in 1997 and
his leadership position on several key industry issues. |
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10.25.1997 — The Islamic Center of
Southern California American Muslim Achievement Award |
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This prestigious award is presented annually
to recognize members of the Muslim community who have made
outstanding contributions in their fields of work and community. |
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11.2.1995 — American Jewish Committee
Institute of Human Relations Award |
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The AJC proudly honored Mr. Kathwari with this
prestigious award, recognizing his skills, influence and dedication
to supporting those principles that ensure the freedom and well-being
of all people. |
