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Editor Jessica Chevalier interviews the Calvetta brothers for the secret to their success as flooring retailers, which they attribute to their customer focus and the relationships they foster within their family and their community.
Wade Robinson discusses his top flooring picks, including hand-painted cement tile and tile and wood combinations, inspired by his design philosophy of balancing both style and pragmatism in a space.
Contributing editor Sam Allman discusses the qualities needed to be an effective leader, touches on this issue's young emerging leaders in the industry and waxes poetic about those thoughout history who have stood for something.
Contributing editor Dave Stafford offers up customer service advice to promote one's reputation by treating any issue as a priority and finding logical, workable solutions for both the contractor and the client.
Editor Darius Helm covers the January Surfaces show in Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay Convention Center, discussing the latest in soft and hard surfaces. While trends are going in different directions, the key theme is added value.
Editors Darius Helm and Jessica Chevalier discuss the major players in the flooring industry, their latest products and how they manage to get the word out on their new products through regional shows and national dealer conventions.
Editor Jessica Chevalier reports on the latest trends in government workspaces and the demands placed on them by a diverse Millennial generation with higher standards for style and healthy environments as Baby Boomers continue to retire.
Contributing editor Kim Gavin reports on the latest in Mohawk's soft surface technology with Airo's 100% recyclability, fast installation and dimensional stability. The firm reports that retailers anticipate that Airo will appeal to Millennials.
Editor Darius Helm takes a look at independent backing producers and their latest innovations, spurred by new demands in the market. These demands relate to issues such as moisture, acoustics, mold and mildew, and environmental sustainability.
Contributing editor Sandy Smith highlights the differences in previous generations versus the Millennial generation and how the Millennials are changing the workforce through methods that, to past generations, may seem troublesome and resistant.