FLOORtalk

From the Floor Covering Education Foundation, Jim Aaron, executive director, and Don Roberts, chairman, offer an update on their efforts to recruit and train installer candidates and develop curricula.

Dean Craft, president and CEO, ISE Logik Industries, talks about changes in the requirements for installing resilient flooring over concrete flooring, specifically changes in ASTM standard F710.

Dan Martin, CEO, Xpress Global Systems, discusses COVID-19 and its effects on shipping and logistics, it’s recent acquisition of Delta Distribution and the future with autonomous vehicles.

HMTX Industries promoted Brian Greene to the executive leadership team as chief supply chain officer. An employee since 2002, Greene will maintain global leadership over the entire supply chain management team and in the end-to-end supply chain. Greene explains his newly created position, what his goals are and the importance of being nimble.

Jason Seltzer, president, Great American Floors, discusses the operation, expansion by specialty segments, service and training, advertising and salespeople’s commission as well as the future.

Lis Calandrino, industry expert, business coach and trainer, talks about the opportunities in the aging market and added revenue retailers can make by focusing on the growing sector.

Steve Simonson, founder of iFloor.com, discusses the future of ecommerce and the latest developments in the sector and brick-and-mortar retailer selling online.

Bill Yeadon, training facilitator, Jon-Don, talks about the profitable advantages of retailers entering the cleaning industry, discussing the appeal of both the residential and commercial sector for all flooring products as well as opportunities in rug cleaning.

In just one year, Schannon Yodice has made quite a name for herself in the flooring industry. Walking away from an accounting career to focus solely on her passion of designing and installing unforgettable tile applications, Yodice is wowing homeowners with her natural talent, influencing thousands across social platforms and inspiring those looking on with her drive, talent and authenticity.

Scott Humphrey, CEO, World Floor Covering Association (WFCA), offers an update on the association’s membership benefits, changes at its Magnetic Building Solutions unit, and the upcoming CFI and fcB2B conventions.