Marianne Cone, Director of Marketing, Solutia
March 3, 2008—Marianne Cone discusses Solutia's emergence from Chapter 11, their market position and their plans for the future.
Flooring Podcast
Kaye Gosline, Creative Director for Milliken Floor Covering
February 29, 2008—Kaye Gosline discusses the grand opening of their new showroom in New York City. Listen to the interview to find out who designed the space, the process for achieving LEED-CI and thir intended purpose for the new facility. (9 minutes)
Mark and MaryAnn Dougherty, Allicance Flooring Dealer of the Year
February 27, 2008—If you are a retailer who wants to know how to grow your business in this current economy, this 10 minute interview is worth a listen. Mark and MaryAnn Dougherty operate three stores in the Bloomington, Indiana market. Listen to their quick tips on being passionate, respecting and rewarding your employees and selling green. (10 minutes)
Ron Dunn, President and CEO of Alliance Flooring, Inc.
February 26, 2008—Ron Dunn and Kemp Harr discuss Alliance Flooring's annual meeting held this week in Atlanta, Georgia. Ron gives an overview of the organization and highlights of this week's speakers. He also gives us a flavor for the current tone of the membership given the current economic situation and the benefits of being a member.
Manny Llerena, Mohawk's VP of Residential Marketing
February 22, 2008—Conducted last week at Mohawk's annual ColorCenter Convention, in this interview, Manny Llerena gives an overview of the ColorCenter program, discusses the three phases of development over the last ten years, and where the program stands today. He also talks about his member's mood--given the current economy--and Mohawk's consumer advertising plans for 2008.
Creating Your Space, VP of Marketing, Kerry Davis
February 21, 2008—Kerry Davis explains their service of creating websites for flooring retailers. In partnership with the World Floor Covering Association, Creating Your Space offers WFCA members custom websites at discounted pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $7,500.
Dana Teague, Surfaces Expo Director
February 20, 2008—Taped on the second day of the 2008 Surfaces, Dana talks about the quality of the show traffic, changes made in this year's show and the schedule for next year. Dana also talks about the show's move to Mandalay Bay in 2011.
Ken Peden, COO, Kronotex/Formica
February 19, 2008—This year Formica is introducing 4 new products and 30 new colors. Ken Peden talks about the Formica brand strength and the breadth of the products with retail price points ranging from $1.49 to $4.99. Ken also mentions that while they are a European based company, 60% of their products are made in the U.S. in Barnwell, SC. Ken also talks about some recent gaps they've filled in their distribution which now provides them with complete national coverage.
Jack Mishkin, President of J-Mish
February 18, 2008—Jack Mishkin, President of J-Mish, discusses his new Tusitex wool yarns that give his products an antique linen look with a stunning color tonal range. He also provides an overview of his new products for 2008--both the wool products sold under the J-Mish name and the high-end nylon products sold under the Princestreet Home brand. He also discusses a custom rug program that uses a combination of his standard running line products.
Wendy McIlquham, ArborCraft/Harris Wood, VP of Marketing
February 15, 2008—Wendy McIlquham discusses their recent change of ownership from Tarkett to New Stream Capital Investments. She provides background on the company and their Harris Wood brand, the relaxed porch theme of their Surfaces 2008 booth and their new products for 2008. Wendy is new with ArborCraft and comes to the flooring industry from the furniture industry.