Mike Micalizzi is the senior director of technical services for Custom Building Products. He is based at their research and training facility, Custom Technical University, located in Santa Fe Springs, CA. In this role, Micalizzi assists industry professionals with recommendations on commercial projects presenting a variety of installation challenges. He also presents the “Top 5 Tips” educational video series for tile contractors and design professionals.

Prior to becoming involved in product technology, Micalizzi owned a tile and stone installation company in New Haven, CT. He currently serves on technical committees for the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), Materials & Methods Standards Association (MMSA), National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), Natural Stone Institute (NSI), American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and ASTM International.