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5. 2012	CNBC's Squawk on the Street Mr. Kathwari appeared on CNBC's Squawk on the Street to discuss the company's recent earnings, consumer confidence, his perspective on the housing recovery, and how Ethan Allen is staying relevant in today's market. Click here to watch the May 3rd interview on CNBC.com

4. 2012	CNBC's Mad Money with Jim Cramer Mr. Kathwari sat down with Jim Cramer of Mad Money for an exclusive post earnings interview where they discussed global business and Ethan Allen's long-term growth. Click here to watch the April 24th interview on CNBC.com

2.2012	CNBC's "Street Signs" Mr. Kathwari spoke with Amanda Drury of CNBC's 'Street Signs" during the KeyBanc Capital Markets Consumer Conference in New York on February 29th. He discussed whether signs of life among home builders could signal a recovery in the home furnishings industry. Click here to view

2.2012	Bloomberg Television's "Bottom Line" with Mark Crumpton On February 28th, Mr. Kathwari was interviewed by Bloomberg Television's "Bottom Line" with Mark Crumpton. Mr. Kathwari discussed the housing markets effect on Ethan Allen, consumer confidence, and the company's plans for expansion. Click here to view

11.2011	World Affairs Council of Jacksonville Mr. Kathwari spoke on the future of U.S. manufacturing and discussed how Ethan Allen succeeded in keeping manufacturing in the U.S. at the Global Business Luncheon sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Jacksonville. Click here

10.2011	The Stern Opportunity, a New York University Stern School of Business publication In his most recent interview, Mr. Kathwari discusses leadership principles, manufacturing trends, and the unique opportunities that come with globalizing an American brand. To read “From a Hudson Valley Apple Orchard to Urumqi, China,” Click here for full story

9.2011	Talking Trade @ FIT Mr. Kathwari spoke at the Talking Trade @ FIT guest lecture series about "A Day in the Life of a Chief Executive Officer". Hosted by the International Trade & Marketing Department, Mr. Kathwari spoke to students and faculty on Ethan Allen's strategy, goals and business, and the challenges and opportunities faced when running an international organization.

9.2011	Fox Business News Countdown to The Closing Bell Mr. Kathwari appeared on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange for a live interview with Fox Business Network's Countdown to the Closing Bell . In a day of changing markets, Mr. Kathwari gave Liz Claman an update on Ethan Allen business and his perspective on boosting the economy long-term. View video

8.2011	CNBC Special Report: Markets in Turmoil In a CNBC special report that aired on Sunday August 14th, Mr. Kathwari commented on home furnishings sales and today's economy. View video

6.2011	Bloomberg Enterprise Mr. Kathwari was recently interviewed on Bloomberg Enterprise, a new program airing on the Bloomberg television network. Bloomberg Enterprise is a full half hour show that focuses on well-known, mid-sized companies in the United States that are rapidly expanding under the leadership of talented CEOs. Bloomberg Enterprise provides a fast-paced, insider's look at these companies – notable for their leadership, structure, products and growth rates – as they build towards one billion dollars in revenue. View video

1.2011	CNBC's Mad Money with Jim Cramer Mad Money host Jim Cramer talks with Mr. Kathwari about Ethan Allen's great quarter and the company's prospects going forward. Click here to watch the January 28th interview on CNBC.com.

11.2010	Forbes.com In Mr. Kathwari ‘s interview, "Business: Keeping Ethan Allen American", Forbes.com reporter Morgan Brennan spoke with Mr. Kathwari about consumer confidence, technology initiatives and Ethan Allen's domestic manufacturing model. View video

10.2010	Bloomberg Television's "In the Loop" with Betty Liu On October 29th, Mr. Kathwari was interviewed on Bloomberg Television's "In the Loop" with Betty Liu. Mr. Kathwari discussed consumer confidence and improving Ethan Allen business in the current environment. View video

10.2010	MSNBC's Dylan Ratigan Show Mr. Kathwari was interviewed on MSNBC's Dylan Ratigan show, where he shared his perspective on the state of the economy and improving the job market. Click here to view the October 1st interview.

9.2010	CNBC: Countdown to the President Leading up to President Obama's televised Town Hall meeting, Mr. Kathwari was interviewed on CNBC's Squawk Box and Squawk on the Street. Mr. Kathwari, one of a trio of CEO's, weighed in on President Obama's economic policies and on doing business in America today. Click here to view the September 20th interviews

4.2010	PBS Nightly Business Report In the continuing series "Shop Talk," NBR's Erika Miller uncovers and analyzes the strategies specific firms have adopted to achieve success in the retail sector. On April 28th, Shop Talk turned its focus to Farooq Kathwari and Ethan Allen. Erika Miller spent the day with Mr. Kathwari discussing what sets Ethan Allen apart in business today. Click here to view the video.

12.2009	White House Jobs Summits (CSPAN) On December 3rd, 2009, Kathwari attends White House Jobs Summit, where CEOs, business owners, and opinion leaders share ideas on growing the economy and creating more jobs for Americans. President Obama calls on Kathwari to give his thoughts.

9.2009	CNBC Special: "One Year Later: The Week that Shook the world" On September 14 Mr. Kathwari appeared on this CNBC special and offered his perspective on business one year since the fall of the Lehman brothers. Click here to view the video.

10.2008	CNBC: Crisis in Confidence Discussing why the bailout is important to help Main Street, with Farooq Kathwari, Ethan Allen chairman & CEO and CNBC's Melissa Francis. Click here to view the video.

5.2008	Commencement Speech at Western Connecticut State University WSCU presented Farooq Kathwari with an honorary doctorate degree in recognition of his humanitarian efforts to bring peace to areas of conflict. In selecting Mr. Kathwari as speaker for the commencemt, 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. I know he will share this wisdom with our graduates, and I can't think of a better way to send them out to face the opportunities and challenges that await them in our interconnected 21st-century world." To read the transcript of Mr. Kathwari's speech, "Entering a Globalized World: Challenges and Opportunities", click here.

9.2007	CSIS Commission on Smart Power The CSIS Commission on Smart Power, a high-level commission tasked with developing a “smarter, more secure America”, hosted a discussion with Mr. Kathwari to get his leadership insights on how to build America as a preferred brand. Click here to view the video Click here to read his comments.

6. 2007	Chicago Council on Global Affairs, Task Force Report Mr. Kathwari, along with his co-chair Lynn Martin, released the findings of their independent Task Force Report, titled, "Strengthening America: The Civic and Political Integration of Muslim Americans, 2007" Click here to read the full report.

5.2007	American Committee on Foreign Relations 12th Annual National Conference Mr. Kathwari was the keynote speaker at the ACFR's 12th annual national conference held May 10 - 11 in Washington, DC. Click here to read his comments.

2.2007	New York University Mr. Kathwari gave a lecture at NYU on the subject "Islamic Ethical Principles and Globalization: A Path to Partnership Between America and the Islamic World." The lecture was organized by Dialogues: Islamic World-U.S.-The West and the Stern School of Business. Click here to read his comments.

2.2007	PBS’s The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer / Feb. 6 Mr. Kathwari appeared on the show as part of a series of one-on-one conversations with key leaders about the consequences of globalization.

10.2006	United States Institute of Peace Mr. Kathwari spoke at a public forum on plans and prospects for peace in Kashmir

9.2006	Clinton Global Initiative / 2006 Annual Meeting Mr. Kathwari participated as a panel member in a discussion moderated by the Honorable Mary Robinson, titled “Mitigating Religious and Ethnic Conflict: Meeting the Challenge of Coexistence: Living in Integrated Communities

5.10-11.2006	Pugwash Conference / Islamabad, Pakistan Mr. Kathwari offered comments during a workshop on prospects for self-governance in Jammu and Kashmir

12.25.2003	Commencement Speaker at Lahore University of Management Sciences Mr. Kathwari spoke at the Lahore University of Management Sciences Convocation in Lahore, Pakistan, offering his thoughts to the graduating students on the role present and future leaders must play in shaping the debate for the future. Click to read his comments

5.16-19.2003	Pugwash Conference / Geneva, Switzerland Mr. Kathwari presented a paper on Kashmir: A road map to peace