CFI Reports on Convention Success

Forney, TX, September 27, 2017-People from every sector of the flooring industry attended the 24th Annual CFI Convention this month in Orlando, Florida.

The event, which kicked off August 16th at the Rosen Shingle Creek, spanned three days and commenced with a welcome reception sponsored by Royal Adhesives, Traxx, Tarkett, Parabond, Tools4Flooring.com, and Sponge Cushion, Inc.

Installers, retailers, inspectors, manufacturers, and others attended the three-day event.

The convention included a “who’s who” line-up of renowned industry speakers and celebrities as well as ample networking and training opportunities. It also featured the Associate Showcase, an expo highlighting new products and tools from numerous flooring manufacturers. Attendees experienced hands-on interaction with the latest tools and products as well as opportunities to talk with developers behind new technologies that are changing the face of installation.

The convention concluded with the CFI Annual Awards Dinner, at which several industry leaders were honored for their achievements. The Chris Davis Award, given each year to an individual who stands out in his or her efforts to promote quality installation and support across the flooring industry, was presented to Rick Herr, installation technology leader from Armstrong World Industries. The Gress Award, the highest form of recognition available to a professional flooring installer, was given to Dwayne Pruitt of Pruitt Flooring in Wichita, Kansas.

The last honor handed out was the Walk of Excellence Award, presented to John McHale and Jill Sheets of CFI for their outstanding achievement and all around excellence. The two have helped cultivate CFI’s success through a combined total of 43 years working in the CFI office. Jill Sheets was also presented with a plaque thanking her for her hard work and dedication over the years.

Next year marks CFI Convention’s 25th anniversary. The 2018 event will take place in Orlando, Florida August 15 to 17.

Related Topics:Tarkett, Armstrong Flooring