Jackson, MS, October 12, 2006--Bart Bettiga, executive director of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), announced that Gerald Sloan has joined the association as NTCA director of training, effective October 1.
“We are extremely pleased to add Gerald to our staff,” Bettiga said. “Gerald has worked for many years supervising tile installers into proper installation methods and strict adherence to safety rules and regulations. We feel that Gerald's infectious personality, coupled with his current training and willingness to learn, will make him an asset to our industry for years to come.”
Sloan worked with D.M.I. Tile & Marble, Inc., in Birmingham Ala., for 24 years. Starting as an apprentice for D.M.I., he rose through the ranks, holding positions of journeyman mechanic, advanced journeyman mechanic and superintendent. As field craft training director he worked with apprentices on proper technique and use of equipment, conducted evaluations and taught courses in various techniques and aspects of tile setting. As field safety director, he oversaw safety efforts in-house and in the field and kept apprentices and tile setters up to date on procedures through weekly safety meetings.
“My heart is in craft training and safety,” Sloan said. “I am very excited about being a part of the NTCA team.”
Sloan is located at the association’s Jackson, Miss., headquarters when not on the road. A significant part of Sloan’s position will be traveling around the country to conduct workshops and training programs for tile contractors and installers.
“I plan on teaching proper installation methods at predetermined locations across the nation,” he said.
Justin Woelfel, Jr., NTCA’s former director of training and education, resigned from NTCA in August to pursue other opportunities.
Those interested in hosting or coordinating a workshop at their site can reach Gerald Sloan at (601) 939-2071 or email Gerald@tile-assn.com.
