Flooring industry leaders gathered in Orlando to celebrate outstanding achievements in commercial flooring. The prestigious annual awards recognized exceptional member performance, supplier partnerships, and groundbreaking projects that showcase innovation and expertise in transforming the commercial flooring landscape.
WIFI's spring calendar features a leadership program, an expert panel at the Abbey and Floors to Go convention, plus virtual Power Hours on storytelling and LinkedIn optimization—all designed to empower women professionals in the flooring industry.
The World Floor Covering Association announces the induction of Interface founder Ray C. Anderson (posthumously) and CCA Global Partners' Charlie Dilks into its 2024 Hall of Fame, recognizing their transformative contributions to the flooring industry.
The Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition extends the submission deadline to February 28, inviting North American architects, designers, and students to showcase projects using Italian ceramic tile. Winners receive trips to Cersaie 2025 in Bologna and Coverings 2025 in Orlando, plus cash prizes up to $5,000.
Matt Bowles of Cre8tive Flooring in the United Kingdom and Allen Lewis of Eagle Interiors in Alabama claimed victory in luxury vinyl plank and carpet installation categories, respectively, at TISE's prestigious competition. Judges praised the exceptional skill level of all competitors, with winners taking home $3,000 and the championship belt.
Deb DeGraaf, co-owner of DeGraaf Interiors, has been selected as the World Floor Covering Association's 2024 Luminary Award recipient for her industry leadership and commitment to workforce development. The award will be presented January 28 at The International Surface Event in Las Vegas.
The World Floor Covering Association brings together industry leaders at TISE 2025 with a packed schedule of certifications, awards, and networking events. From technical training to sustainability discussions and celebrating outstanding achievements, this year's program embodies the theme 'Create Tomorrow Together' at Mandalay Bay, January 27-30.
Three members of CCA Global Partners Retail Group received prestigious awards at the annual conneXtion convention in Orlando, Florida. Vylett Cross, Kayla Simons, and Shannon Byerly were recognized for their leadership, innovation, and contributions to the flooring industry cooperative.
