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Best of NeoCon 2022 submissions now open

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Chicago— NeoCon has opened the submission portal to the 2022 edition of the Best of NeoCon competition. A hallmark of the show since 1990, Best of NeoCon is NeoCon’s official awards program recognizing exceptional new products in 54 categories from exhibiting companies across a wide cross-section of verticals. Longtime Best of NeoCon director, Eileen McMorrow, continues to manage the competition, recruiting new jurors with diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, who will join veteran jurors

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AHF makes organizational changes, promotions

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Jennifer Zimmerman. Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products is making organizational changes along with a series of promotions, including the appointment of Jennifer Zimmerman to chief commercial officer and Chris King to senior vice president of sales and marketing. “AHF Products just celebrated our third year as a company in December, and we are thriving through innovation, listening to our customers and investing in talent,” said Brian Carson, president and CEO, AHF Products.

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Single-family, multi-family growth solid

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Washington D.C.—New findings from the National Home Builders Association (NAHB) Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) show that all small and large metro urban, suburban and rural regional submarkets peaked in the second quarter of 2021. While that expansion has cooled somewhat, growth rates in all markets remained in double-digits in the final quarter of 2021.

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How to make your networking pay off

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By Lisbeth Calandrino—Networking—an essential tool in business and life—can be fun for some and yet a cause for dread for others. I get it—meeting new people can be a little intimidating, particularly if you’re worrying if people like you, how you speak, what you’re wearing, etc. There’s no reason to fear it, though. At its core, networking is about getting to know people.

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Shaw wins 2022 Training Apex award

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For the 18th consecutive year, Shaw Industries has been named a Training APEX Award winner by Training magazine. The achievement is a testament to the company’s commitment to continuous learning and development. Ranked as the highest flooring manufacturer on the list, Shaw’s excellence in comprehensive training and workforce development is further recognized as leading the industry.

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Floors & More: Membership works ‘wonders’ for Floor Magic

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By Ken Ryan—Bob Duke, owner of Floor Magic —with locations in Rockport and Damariscotta, Maine—thought he was simply joining a buying group when he signed on with Floors & More two years ago. The reality, he learned, is the relationship is so much more than that. “Originally, my interest was to be part of a group that would allow me to find new core vendors—and Floors & More has done that,” Duke explained.

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Flooring dealers remain optimistic amid challenges

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By Ken Ryan—F ollowing what for many was a record-setting 2021 for top-line sales, flooring dealers say another memorable year can be attained despite rising inflation. Indeed, nearly two years since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic helped usher in the home improvement spending bonanza—a boon for the flooring market—dealers report retail traffic remains healthy as consumers continue to spend.

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RFCI supports the industry behind the scenes

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The Resilient Floor Covering Association (RFCI) continues to play a vital role in the advancement of the category, supporting its members through avenues such as advocacy and messaging, particularly in the area of sustainability. It also gets involves in setting standards to ensure product quality meets consumers’ expectations. Now Dean Thompson, who has led RFCI for the past 15 years, is set to retire with industry veteran Bill Blackstock set to lead the charge into the future.

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Marketing mastery: Handling high demand

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By Jim Augustus Armstrong—Some of the challenges faced by flooring dealers right now include supply issues , price increases, labor shortages , combined with high demand for flooring services. This series is dedicated to giving you actionable strategies for overcoming these challenges more effectively than your competition. Increase your margins. What do hotels, airlines and Uber have in common?

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Torlys introduces XP collections

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Toronto, Ontario—Torlys, a global flooring company specializing in responsible flooring solutions, launched Torlys XP collections, featuring “Xtreme Performance,” 100% natural and waterproof hardwood and cork flooring with unmatched looks, construction and strength, according to Torlys. “These Torlys XP collections offer a combination of benefits never seen before and they really speak to Torlys ongoing commitment to delivering the best product innovation to our partners in this exciting industr

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