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BDNY 2019 – Trends & Tile at Boutique Design New York

Architectural Ceramics

In its 10 th year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) showcases trends targeted to the hospitality boutique and lifestyle market. What has the look of stone, does not stain and can be installed exterior in even the harshest environments? Love the green “stone” tabletops? Booth prep! Our meeting area was a hit this year.

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Natural Stone Institute announces new board members

Floor Covering News

Oberlin, Ohio— The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) will welcome two individuals to its board of directors in January 2024. The two new directors are: Kim Dumais, Miller Druck Specialty Contracting, Inc. Dumais has been the sales and logistics manager of Miller Druck Specialty Contracting, Inc., Alexandra Niedbalski, Polycor, Inc.

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Don’t judge a book by its cover in sales

Floor Covering News

T here’s a long-running flooring industry folk tale (it’s actually a true story) about a high-end retailer in New York City—ABC Carpet & Home—that was suspicious of a disheveled man roaming around the company’s flagship store on the famed Broadway strip. home once he was done “browsing.” Experts warn against this approach.

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Natural Stone Institute inducts new board members

Floor Covering News

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute will welcome three individuals to its board of directors in January 2022. Sam Arcot, Rugo Stone, LLC. Arcot is the special projects manager at Rugo Stone in Lorton, V.a. He is an MBA graduate with a strong background in sales, marketing and business development. Associate Member.

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Coverings releases Rock Star Award winners

Floor Covering News

.— Coverings, the premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America , released the winners of the annual Rock Star Award in advance of Coverings 2022, which will take place April 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Matteo Calisesi, technical business development, Florim, New York, N.Y.

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NTCA unveils training event schedule for September

Floor Covering News

” The workshops are open to tile installers and contractors as well as sales personnel and the A&D community. During the regional training sessions, which take place in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania, contractors can learn about gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs (GPTP). 9/13 SE Tile, Durham, N.C. ●

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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. New York; and more. Within these categories are hands-on certification classes that cover basic and advanced topics.