February 12, 2010—Recorded at Surfaces on the opening day, Ralph Boe-President, Patricia Flavin-Sr VP of Marketing, and Jeff Meadows-Executive VP of Residential, discuss with Kemp Harr the highlights of Beaulieu's 2010 Surface's message. Watch the interview to see and hear more about Beaulieu's growth initiatives, their new product introductions, and their focus on the female consumer.
February 11, 2010—Frank Douglas, VP of Business Development with Crossville, and Kemp Harr discuss Crossville's business strategy and purpose for coming to Surfaces. Listen to the interview to hear about Crossville's Americana theme, new products like Get Planked and Ultimetal, and Crossville's strategy for growth.
February 10, 2010—Brian Greenwell, VP of Marketing with Mullican, and Kemp Harr discuss the evolution of Mullican's business over the last 10 years and its newest product introductions. Watch the interview to hear how Mullican has been able to grow its business with retailers. Brian also talks about lumber prices and the company's outlook for 2010.
February 9, 2010—Ed Duncan, Sr. VP of Marketing for Mannington, and Kemp Harr discuss Mannington's key new product introductions and the company's outlook for 2010. Watch this video to see more about what Mannington was launching at the show.
February 8, 2010—Paul Murfin, VP of Sales with Armstrong, provides highlights on Armstrong's Surfaces booth and show message. Watch the video to hear Paul talk about how long it's been since Armstrong exhibited on the show floor, key new product introductions, private equity ownership and product pricing.
February 5, 2010—Dana Teague, Surfaces Show Director, and Kemp Harr discuss the attendance, tone and highlights of this year's Surfaces Expo. Listen to the interview to hear Dana talk about the show on its last day, along with plans for next year.
February 4, 2010—Two Flooring America Dealers, Scott Steel and Kelby Frederick, talk to Kemp Harr about their decision to merge their two businesses and form a six-store chain that services Houston, Dallas and Texarkana. Listen to the interview to hear how this came about and the synergies they hope to achieve by combining the business.
February 2, 2010—Gary Cissell, Director of Flooring at Nebraska Furniture Mart, and Kemp Harr talk briefly the day before Surfaces about why Gary comes to Surfaces every year. Listen to the interview to hear Gary talking about the show and about the NFA Meeting that is held every year prior to the show.
January 29, 2010—Christine Whittemore, with Simple Marketing Now, and Kemp Harr discuss the nuances of selling flooring to women. Listen to the interview to hear some statistics about women and to hear what their hot buttons are when it comes to buying flooring.
January 27, 2010—Bridgette Kelly (British Wool) and Kemp Harr discuss the roll out of "The Wool Project," a five-year promotional campaign supported by the Prince of Whales (Prince Charles). Listen to the interview to hear about wool's role in the carpet industry and what this campaign could mean to retailers.