Six leading flooring industry associations will host the second annual Flooring Sustainability Summit in Washington, D.C., July 16-17, 2025. The event at the Mayflower Hotel will bring together industry stakeholders to discuss sustainability challenges, circular economy initiatives, and supply chain education.
CCA Global Partners' first NEX40 Retreat gathered 100 under-40 flooring professionals for innovative peer-led learning sessions and networking. The event featured hands-on problem-solving workshops, leadership development, and social activities, strengthening connections among the cooperative's next generation of leaders.
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.
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IUPAT crowned its 2025 Apprentice Champion at The International Surface Event, where four apprentices competed to showcase their skills in the annual competition.
Surface manufacturer Cosentino gathered over 650 design professionals across two industry summits in Riviera Maya this January, featuring panels on sustainability and innovation. The company announced a matching donation program supporting California wildfire victims through Habitat for Humanity.
Dave and Jenny Marrs of HGTV's "Fixer to Fabulous" will lead a session on hardwood flooring benefits at the 2025 International Builders Show in Las Vegas. The AHF Products-sponsored talk will highlight flooring innovations and value propositions for builders and homebuyers.
Crossville introduces Sociale, a collection of six natural stone-inspired porcelain tiles featuring the new FeatherSoft finish. Made in the USA with sustainable materials, the collection offers the luxury of natural stone with superior durability and easier maintenance, available in multiple sizes for both indoor and outdoor applications.
During a networking event at The International Surface Event in Las Vegas, Mohawk announced a $50,000 commitment to Women in the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI) for 2025, building on the organization's record-breaking year of growth and mentorship.
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.