Dave Elyachar, chairman, Big Bob’s Flooring Outlet, offers an update on the progress of the chain in 2015 and some of the new programs launched this year. Elyachar also shares his view of the greatest threat facing independent retailers today: the persistent market share gains on the part of the big box retailers.

In December, Mohawk is hosting its Edge Summit 2025 in Denver, Colorado, for its Edge-aligned dealers. One of the advantages of participating in the Edge program is the finance options available through Mohawk’s partnership with Synchrony. Doug Ensley, Mohawk’s senior director of residential market development, details the partnership, how it benefits the Edge dealers, and how Synchrony’s trend reports help Mohawk keep its Edge program evolving to meet the needs of its dealers—even in shaky economic times.

Bill Blackstock, president and CEO of the Resilient Floor Covering Institute, projects a rebound in resilient flooring starting mid-2025. Listen in as he shares an update on RFCI's fall meeting, his outlook for single-family and multifamily housing, and the commercial flooring sectors. 

Synchrony released a Future of Retail report that revealed data about consumers' shopping expectations for the future. Vince Lowe, senior VP and general manager home specialty and flooring with Synchrony, discusses the highlights and reveals how technology is shaping the shopping experience over the next several years. 

On location at the second-annual joint 2024 CFI FCICA Convention in Orlando, Florida, leadership from the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA)—the parent organization for the Certified Flooring Installers (CFI)—and the Floor Covering Installation Contractors Association (FCICA) provide an update on membership, training and what installers have to look forward to in 2025. 

Reuben Potter, owner of Floors By Southern Boys in Manchester, Tennessee, is grabbing consumer attention through traditional marketing methods: billboards, vehicle signage, and sponsoring local groups and events. Listen as we discuss why self-promotion—and professionalism—are important for the independent flooring installer. 

Southwind Building Products celebrates its 30th anniversary during a transformative period marked by significant investments and strategic shifts. We recently spoke with Drew Hash, president and CEO of Southwind, to learn more about the company’s recent wins and what the future looks like as its owner, F9 Investments, looks for new partnerships.