NTCA to Award Luigi Di Geso & Dan Lambert at Coverings

Jackson, MS, March 26, 2026-The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced that two industry leaders will be recognized during the annual NTCA Awards Ceremony at Coverings next week. 

The ceremony, held in partnership with the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), will take place on April 1, beginning at 5:30 PM at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Room N246. The event is open to all attendees. 

The NTCA will present the Joe Tarver Lifetime Achievement Award to Luigi Di Geso, president and CEO of Mapei North America. Di Geso has been an integral part of the Mapei business family for decades, serving as general manager of Mapei Inc. in Canada from 2004 to 2009 before being appointed president and CEO of Mapei North America. Under his leadership, the company has experienced growth, expanding from three product lines to a diverse portfolio of 19 lines serving construction and flooring professionals.

During his tenure, Mapei’s operational footprint has grown significantly, increasing from 12 to 25 state-of-the-art facilities across North America and the Caribbean. Company revenue has risen from $260 million to more than $1 billion.

A strong advocate for innovation and environmental responsibility, Di Geso has championed the development of eco-friendly, high-performance solutions that support a circular economy. He also contributes to industry advancement through collaboration with organizations, including the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast, the TCNA, the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada, and the Italian-Canadian Community Foundation.

The NTCA will also honor Dan Lambert as the 2026 NTCA Tile Person of the Year. Lambert is co-owner of Lambert Tile and Stone in Eagle, Colorado, alongside his wife and business partner, Elizabeth. His journey into the tile industry began through masonry and stone projects in Colorado.

Over the years, Lambert built a contracting business known for its commitment to craftsmanship and excellence. Lambert Tile and Stone is a Five-Star Accredited Contracting company, specializing in high-end residential tile installation, that has received multiple NTCA awards and national recognition for outstanding business practices.

An industry volunteer, Lambert has served two terms on the NTCA regional board of directors (Region 10) and currently supports the association as an NTCA ambassador. He has also contributed more than 13 years of service to the NTCA Technical Committee, helping shape installation standards and industry resources, a commitment that earned him the NTCA Technical Committee Impact Award.

Pic, L to R: Luigi Di Geso & Dan Lambert