Floor Trends & Installation and Stone World will present new research on tile and stone purchasing behaviors at TISE 2024. The study reveals surprising shifts, including declining social media influence and increasing word-of-mouth impact. Join the presentation on January 28 at 2:45 PM PST in the tise live theater booth 3509.
Following its acquisition of Commercial Flooring Services (CFS), Universal Metro executives outline plans to leverage AI technology, expand Southeast presence, and create a new model for industry consolidation that focuses on legacy preservation and people-first growth. Universal Metro is a member of Starnet.
Anatolia Tile + Stone brings its latest innovations to TISE 2025. The Toronto-based manufacturer, supplying major chains across North America, continues aggressive global expansion with porcelain slabs, porcelain and ceramic tiles, and surface-protection solutions.
After outperforming big boxes in 2024, CCA enters 2025 with big energy, fueled by successful Retail 2.0 implementation, new digital marketing initiatives, and expanded installation services.
Economic forecaster Connor Lokar predicts better years ahead for flooring retailers in 2025-2026, with existing home sales rising for the first time since 2022. While not matching 2021's explosive growth, the industry should see steady improvement.
The United Brotherhood of Carpenters' Military Veterans Program, in collaboration with INSTALL, provides free, comprehensive training to service members transitioning to civilian life. With over 600 graduates since 2019 and expanding to multiple military bases, the program offers direct entry into construction trade apprenticeships while allowing veterans to utilize their GI Bill benefits.
CCA Global Partners Retail Group's Winter Convention in Orlando featured multiple leadership programs including the inaugural NEX40 Retreat for young professionals, comprehensive Education Day with 47 specialized sessions, and Women of CCA luncheon, demonstrating the cooperative's commitment to industry development.
TISE 2025, North America's largest flooring, stone, and tile show, returns to Las Vegas's Mandalay Bay Convention Center January 28-30. The event features 700+ exhibitors across 400,000+ square feet, showcasing latest innovations, live demonstrations, and prestigious installation competitions including the National Installer of the Year Competition.
For 2025, the independent dealer and contractor alliances are expanding technology partnerships and supplier relationships while developing new website solutions for members.
Pacific Northwest-based Contract Furnishings Mart continues its strategic growth with new showroom locations in Salem, Oregon, and Scottsdale, Arizona. The wholesale flooring company, known for its relationship-based business model and extensive product selection, plans further expansion in the Phoenix metro area to mirror its successful multi-location approach in Seattle and Portland.
