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Editor Beth Miller covers the changes senior living communities are implementing for the influx of Baby Boomers. Atria at Foster Square, Somerby Franklin, the View at Pine Ridge and the Cardinal at North Hills are among those to make modifications.
The Future Focus awards were created to recognize talented young professionals revolutionizing the floorcovering industry. This year’s winners include up-and-coming individuals within the dealer/retailer/contractor sector in the flooring business.
Editor Beth Miller spotlights this year's common design thread at Atlanta's International Area Rug Market at AmericasMart in downtown Atlanta. Variations of gold and art-inspired looks took the place of the nature-inspired designs from last year.
Publisher Kemp Harr reviews the layout and schedule reformatting implemented for the 30th Domotex, the largest flooring show in the world. The attendance this year was higher than usual with 1,615 exhibitors leasing 1.14 million square feet of space.
Publisher Kemp Harr recaps the effects from the previous year's tax reform bill as well as how the bill will ultimately make 2018 a good year for businesses that now have more money to spend. Domotex and Floro & Décor are among those to benefit.
Publisher Kemp Harr interviews Neil Poland of Mullican Flooring to discuss his success in guiding the hardwood industry through almost two decades during his 11 year role as an NWFA board member and five year service on the executive committee.
Liz Wonzy, associate vice president of CallisonRTKL, spotlights the redesign of RT Latkis, a law firm in Washington, D.C., which included adding a café and lounge area. Shaw Contract's carpet was used in both of these new spaces to create cohesion.
Editor Jessica Chevalier highlights Certified Finishes' recent 40% revenue growth. The Atlanta-based commercial contracting firm attributes its success to its good reputation with customers and Earth-friendly carpet tile reclamation program.
Contributing editor Christine B. Whittemore details ten steps to creating a successful social media campaign. Learning the differences between major social networks and how each one may or may not compliment your company is a main priority.
Contributing editor Dave Stafford covers ways to locate and recruit the most qualified and skilled sales professionals. Succinctly describing the position as well as knowing the right questions to ask sales candidates are key methods.