BENTLEY MILLS INC
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA

Organize at least four company-sponsored volunteer projects 2013 Sustainable Business Council (SBC) Industry Achievement Award 2008 CalRecycle Sustainable Business Award Best Places to Work in Los Angeles, LA Business Journal – 6 time recipient Our Mission We are Bentley. Visionary vanguards in carpet manufacturing, we began pushing boundaries in 1979, setting a new precedent for the flooring industry. We are grounded in our Los Angeles, California heritage. Immersed in the forefront of style and culture, we employ forward-thinking product design with sustainable, socially conscious sensibilities. At the core of our company is our commitment to connect and form distinctive, long-term relationships and produce products that inspire you in meaningful ways. At Bentley, luxury, craft, quality, and sustainability are strong fibers woven into our philosophy and practices. See what makes us a leader in our industry. At Bentley, luxury, craft, quality, and sustainability are strong fibers woven into our philosophy and practices. See what makes us a leader in our industry. The Fibers of Our Company For more than 30 years, Bentley Mills, Inc. has defined design, color, quality, and customer service in the commercial carpet industry. Our California-based brand manufactures and markets award-winning broadloom, carpet tile, and area rug products for interiors across the globe. With luxury, timelessness, and crafted quality at the forefront of our product design, Bentley is proud to be recognized consistently for leadership in design, performance, and customer service to the architecture and interior design community. We are also committed to sustainable commerce as we continue to evolve our product lines to mirror our eco-conscious philosophy and achieve top industry certifications, like Cradle to Cradle and NSF® 140. As the largest commercial carpet manufacturer in California, we are proud to operate in a LEED-EBOM® Gold carpet manufacturing facility, the same facility in which we began our journey in 1979. Jim Harley serves as President for Bentley Mills, Inc. A 30-year veteran in the flooring industry, he is responsible for leading the company’s manufacturing efforts, quality assurance practices, and facility management. Jim returned to Bentley in 2013. Prior to his current role, he held the positions of senior vice president of manufacturing for Tandus from 2005 to 2013 and vice president of manufacturing for Monterey Carpets from 2001 to 2005. Jim began his career in flooring at Bentley Mills, spanning 15 years and rising to the level of vice president and general manager. He resides in Corona, California with his wife and son. Eric Petty serves as chief financial officer for Bentley Mills, Inc. With more than 20 years of experience in fiscal leadership, Eric oversees the company’s finances, including accounting, strategic planning/forecasting, treasury, purchasing, legal, and information technologies. Prior to joining Bentley in January 2015, he served as a business consultant to several privately held companies in Southern California. Before his role as a consultant, Eric held the position of chief financial officer for Amcor Packaging Distribution, a manufacturer and distributor of industrial packaging products in Buena Park, California. Previous to Amcor, he began his career in accounting for Symons Corporation in Pasadena, California, a manufacturer of concrete forming systems. Eric graduated from University of Redlands with a Master of Business Administration in 1998 and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting in 1989. He currently resides in Huntington Beach, California with his wife and children. Richard French serves as vice president of sales for Bentley Mills, Inc. A proven sales executive, Richard is charged with leading Bentley’s four regional vice presidents and 60+ account executives globally. Richard was previously with Interface for over 21 years, and with Milliken & Company for 8 years. He began his career as an Engineer and quickly learned his talents and passions were within the sales organization. French earned a bachelor’s degree in Engineering from Auburn University in 1988. French and his wife, Leanne, reside in Atlanta with their two children, Parker and Jonathan. Todd van der Kruik serves as vice president of design for Bentley Mills, Inc. He returned to the brand in December 2012. An award-winning product designer, Todd has a worked in the carpet industry for more than a decade. At Bentley, he is responsible for leading a team of talented designers, developing new products and collections, and helping to propel the brand forward to the forefront of design. Prior to his current position, he held leadership positions with Antron and Milliken Contract, as well as senior design positions with both Tandus and Bentley Prince Street. Raised in Southern California, Todd received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art at The University of California, Irvine. He currently resides in Long Beach, California with his wife and two children. Sherry Dreger serves as the vice president of marketing for Bentley Mills, Inc. She returned to the brand in 2012. With a 23-year history in the flooring industry, Sherry is responsible for engaging the team in visual branding, product merchandising, marketing efforts, and media communications. Prior to her current position, she has held roles in sales, marketing, and product development for flooring manufacturers across the country. Before her return to Bentley, Sherry served as the North American A&D market manager for Milliken & Company. Raised in Florida, she graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications. Sherry recently relocated from Georgia to California and resides in Manhattan Beach with her husband and two children. Aimee Alfonso serves as the vice president of human resources for Bentley Mills Inc. She joins Bentley with more than 20 years experience in human resources ranging from the aerospace industry, non-profits, and consulting. Prior to joining Bentley in 2017, Aimee consulted and served as the Vice President of Human Resources/Administrative Services at Orange County Adult Achievement Center, a non-profit organization providing programs and services for mentally disabled adults. The majority of her experience is in the manufacturing environment, specifically with her time serving as Director of Human Resources at Hartwell Corporation/McKechnie Aerospace, a manufacturer for commercial and military aircraft applications in Placentia, California. Aimee graduated from Brigham Young University with a Juris Doctor in 1993 and a Bachelor of Arts in English in 1990 from the University of California, Riverside. She currently resides in Anaheim Hills, California.