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Publisher Kemp Harr interviews Richard Friedman, CEO of commercial contractor DFS Flooring, about his background in South Africa, his journey toward commercial contracting, his recent acquisition of Diversified and his strategies for success.
Editor Jessica Chevalier speaks with Paula Anderson, president of Sterling Carpet One, which operates out of three locations across North Dakota and Minnesota, including the decision to purchase the business in 2009 and expansion strategies.
Contributing editor Sandy Smith discusses the importance of being a “learning organization” and how leaders must lead in learning, and offers a set of key questions to help gain insights into the value of being a lifelong learner.
Contributing editor Dave Stafford details the different skill sets in sales and project management, the importance of precise project details, the right way to start a project and comprehensive tips for success.
Editors Darius Helm and Jessica Chevalier take a look at sustainability progress in flooring over the last year and offer updates on the leading flooring producers and related associations, as well as an update on the U.S. Green Building Council.
Editor Jessica Chevalier report on the growth of U.S. flooring manufacturing, led by LVT but also including ceramic tile and hardwood, addressing pros and cons, pricing implications and challenges in terms of labor.
Editor Darius Helm offers an overview and update on the state of carpet recycling and its stewardship through CARE (Carpet America Recovery Effort), and also reports on the unique challenges facing the reclamation and recycling of vinyl flooring.
Editor Jennifer Bardoner reports on the laminate flooring category, detailing its struggle to stop share loss to LVT, the impact of supply chain issues, innovations in construction to help the category compete, and potential new markets.
Editor Meg Scarbrough reports on concurrent tile and hardwood shows held in adjacent spaces at the Orlando Convention Center in July, including trends reports and highlights from a range of ceramic tile and hardwood flooring producers.
Editor Darius Helm reviews this year’s Surfaces, ordinarily held in late January but this year shifted to June with a much smaller footprint. The report includes highlights from the bulk of flooring firms that exhibited this year.