Mollie Surratt of Mohawk Named Digital Communications Leader of Year by PR News

 

CALHOUN, Ga. December 12, 2016—Mollie Surratt, senior director of public relations, social media and content marketing at Mohawk, has been awarded PR News’ PR People Award in the Digital Communications Leader of the Year category.

The PR People Award presented by PR News celebrates the professionals behind the best PR and marketing campaigns of the past year. Awards were presented on December 6 at the PR News Winter Awards Luncheon at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

“We congratulate Mollie Surratt on this well-earned recognition,” said Elise Demboski, vice president of creative services. “Mollie has helped develop one of the most successful digital strategies in the flooring industry. Mohawk is the largest flooring manufacturer in the world, and it is people like Mollie who give us strength in not only our marketing approach but in our value to our aligned retail partners.

“Mohawk is known for its industry-leading innovation, its commitment to community and its dedication to producing better and more beautiful products. Mollie exhibits these same qualities in her strategic planning and leadership. She brings new ideas to the table, always seeks a quality fit for her campaigns and, as a devoted mother and wife, is committed to the well-being of her community.”

Surratt is a pioneer in the practice of strategic public relations in the flooring industry. Under her public relations leadership, Mohawk has enjoyed an abundant increase in media coverage. In addition to the PR People Award, she has been recognized by the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for her leadership on several communications and public relations projects. Surratt joined Mohawk Industries in 2013.

Photo Caption: Pictured from left to right: Lori Allen (Mollie’s mom), Mollie Surratt, Tim Rasmussen (Mohawk content team member)

About Mohawk
Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, hardwood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include Mohawk, American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, Karastan, Marazzi, Pergo, Unilin and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Russia and the United States.