All-Female Certified Tile Installer Test to Be Held in March in Florida

Jackson, MS, November 12, 2024-Carpet & Tile Warehouse, in collaboration with Women in Tile, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), and the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), is hosting an all-female Certified Tile Installer (CTI) test.

This landmark event, scheduled for March 5 to 8, 2025, at Carpet & Tile Warehouse in Vero Beach, Florida, celebrates the skills and dedication of women in the tile industry. Being held on International Women's Day, this event honors women whose time has come to shine in the tile industry. It will bring together 15 women tile installers from across the country, including participants from as far away as Alaska, to test their skills, expand their expertise, and elevate their careers. The attendees have formed a supportive study group on social media, which has played a key role in increasing the number of women in the tile industry by providing a platform for networking, skill-sharing, and showcasing the craftsmanship of women professionals-ultimately inspiring more women to pursue careers in this field.

The event will begin with a comprehensive ‘Mind Your Business’ workshop sponsored by Schluter Systems, covering critical aspects of running a successful tile installation business. Attendees will engage in a variety of topics across two days, from crafting a business model and mastering sales negotiation to learning financial management and retirement planning. This intimate, interactive workshop will feature breakout sessions, worksheets, and exercises designed to empower those starting a business or aiming to strengthen their existing operations.

The Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program itself is widely recognized as a rigorous assessment of skills, testing expertise, and adaptability in a rapidly changing industry. Through the program, installers are challenged to apply best practices with a wide range of materials, from thin and large-format tile to the latest installation tools and techniques.

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