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NTCA unveils training event schedule for September

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-The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced a robust fall training schedule, beginning with 13, three-hour workshops; four full-day regional training events; and a pair of two-day Art Glass Panel training events in September. 9/14 Floor & Decor, Novi, Mich. ● 9/27 Floor & Decor, Fullerton, Calif. ●

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NTCA expands training initiative for 2024

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—The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. Workshops will be held in: Calif., Workshops will be held in: Calif.,

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Popular NAFCD convention workshop to return

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Chicago—This fall, NAFCD and NBMDA will bring together the leaders of the flooring and interior building material distribution community for the 2022 NAFCD and NBMDA annual convention , here Nov. The annual convention will feature a popular one-day workshop titled “University of Innovative Distribution (UID) In-a-Day” on Nov.

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Coverings unveils 2024 educational lineup

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Eventgoers will be able to benefit from live demonstrations, show floor tours with pre-recorded audio, interactive sessions and partner education. Those engaging in the “Materials & Trends” sessions can expect to receive updates on the most recent tile and stone trends, design inspirations and techniques.

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Industry promotes online training initiatives

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It’s no secret that retail training is critical to maintaining a competitive advantage in flooring. However, thanks to the multitude of digital formats available, online training in all its permutations has allowed industry manufacturers, associations and buying groups to stay connected with flooring retailers. Alliance Flooring, Inc.

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CTEF creates Dan Hecox Service Award

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He routinely volunteered to help out CTEF at trade events and conferences; he served as CTI Evaluator to help expand the certification program; and he promoted tile installation best practices to interior design students so they could better specify tile projects. Gundlach Company as a tool sales representative.

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10 tips for sales and marketing alignment

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The bigger your sales and marketing teams get, the harder it is to align these efforts. Often called “smarketing,” sales and marketing alignment is critical to ensure that these departments are working in tandem to target the right customer base, create more conversions and drive more sales. Not sure how to get started?

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