The Carpet and Rug Institute's (CRI) annual meeting in Dalton, Georgia, highlighted an industry balancing success with new challenges, from global growth to mounting regulations.
Brazil, the world's fourth-largest natural stone producer and leading U.S. supplier, is intensifying efforts to expand its market presence through export incentives and education.
The National Floorcovering Alliance (NFA) members demonstrated classic American entrepreneurial resilience at their fall meeting in Washington, D.C., October 27-30, reporting flat to positive business performance in 2024 despite broader market softness.
WFCA’s Steve Abernathy and FCICA’s Pat Kelly discuss the growth each association has experienced in terms of education and membership as well as what business looks like for the commercial and residential segments over the course of the next year.
Vince Lowe, senior VP and general manager home specialty and flooring with Synchrony, talks through the high points on“The Future of Retail” report, reveals more about consumer shopping trends, how technology is shaping the shopping experience and where technology is heading in the next six years.
Mark Bischoff, president and CEO of Starnet,shares his perspective on how its flooring contractor member companies have built infrastructures for growth and longevity.
Learn how Showroom Pricing, founded by Kristen Stensby, offers QR code-driven solutions for flooring retailers, enabling real-time pricing updates and comprehensive data reports.
As the Federal Reserve's rate cut impacts the flooring sector, industry veterans demonstrate adaptability. Dan Frierson's 60-year journey at The Dixie Group showcases innovative leadership, while Starnet's long-standing members highlight stability. Our October issue also explores retail innovations, installation techniques, and pricing strategies, reflecting the industry's multifaceted nature and ability to navigate economic shifts.
Bob Peoples, executive director of Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE), attended The Flooring Sustainability Summit where he spoke on carpet recycling. Here, he talks more in-depth about the Summit, the history of CARE, and the AB-863 California carpet recycling bill.
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