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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online, “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits! San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course.

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Industry associations ramp up training efforts

Floor Covering News

Organizations across the industry are updating their training and educational programs to aid installers, sales representatives and other flooring professionals in perfecting their craft. Formed in 2003, the University of Ceramic Tile and Stone is an independent, online training university for the tile and stone industry.

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Avente Tile Talk: Avente Tile Owner Selected to Participate in.

Tile Talk

Since its inception in 2003, Avente Tiles online tile showroom has sold hand-painted ceramic tile, handmade cement tile, and artisan tiles through various channels of the internet, including our website , this blog, Facebook , Twitter , Houzz , guest posts, and most importantly, word of mouth and repeat business.

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Catalina and CTaSC Announces the Release of the 2013 Stone Report

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

The residential remodeling market is also benefiting from the increase in existing home sales and the rise in home prices. The increase in existing home sales stimulates homeowner remodeling projects and the rise in home prices is an incentive for non-movers to invest in their homes and upgrade to stone countertops and flooring.

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NSI names 2023 award winners

Floor Covering News

Rea returned to Coldspring in the role of a drafter and by 2003 was promoted to senior vice president of commercial sales. During his time of service, Rea mastered many skills that would serve him well in the natural stone industry, including discipline and understanding the science behind the work.

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Cali names Jay Flynn to executive leadership team

Floor Covering News

Flynn spent the last three years as VP of sales at Broadlume, in charge most recently of new dealer sales for the Flooring Store United program. “I’ve known him as an industry colleague for the past 25 years and have always admired his instincts, work ethic and ability to make big things happen.

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Product Benefits That Benefit Pros || James Hardie’s Contractor Alliance Program

Building Moxie

The year was, I guess, 2003 or 2004. At the top most levels, pros earn a badge, for exclusive use in advertising and sales materials. Topics covered include installation, job-site safety, and in-home sales strategies. Improving Both Installation and Sales Skills. I was meeting James Hardie for the first time.