The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) announced new partnerships and funding initiatives at TISE 2025, including industry-supported "Penny Programs" to address installer shortages. The foundation needs $1.3 million to maintain current scholarship and training programs while expanding workforce development efforts.
Industry leaders from Johnson and Sons Flooring and CC Carpet Flooring and Design joined Mohawk's Todd Skidmore to discuss the evolution of digital marketing in flooring retail. Read on to learn about the digital strategies that worked in their businesses.
LVT supplier Karndean Designflooring introduces new Design Aesthetics program for 2025, offering retailers curated flooring collections organized by distinctive styles and moods to create personalized shopping experiences.
Artivo Surfaces announced the merger of Galleher, Tom Duffy, and Trinity Hardwood into a single entity called Galleher Duffy. The consolidation unites Galleher's hardwood expertise, Duffy's installation supplies, and Trinity's product portfolio to create a coast-to-coast distribution network.
Representing the Central Region, which includes Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Advisory Council members are chosen for their dedication to the cooperative and history of business success.
UCX has promoted four executives to vice president roles across product development, marketing, and national accounts divisions as part of a strategic reorganization to enhance efficiency, innovation, and customer service delivery
Torlys has partnered with Roomvo to offer a suite of advanced features designed to simplify the flooring selection process for dealers and customers alike.
Through a year-long program, the Mainstreet Authority campaign will focus on providing education, tools, and resources tailored to help retailers gain expertise in commercial flooring and confidently serve their customers
Karndean Flooring will unveil 25 new luxury vinyl tile designs at Surfaces 2025 in Las Vegas, expanding its wood- and stone-inspired collections. The company is also introducing design aesthetics guidance and continuing its partnership with HGTV star Ty Pennington.
Toronto-based Roomvo, a visualization software provider serving over 7,000 flooring dealers, has acquired South Jordan, Utah-based QFloors, a leading enterprise resource planning (ERP) software company. The merger combines complementary technologies, with QFloors founder Chad Ogden remaining to oversee the completion of QPro, the next-generation ERP platform expected in late 2025.