Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) announces the appointment of Rod Von Busch, Vice President of Operations at CDI Floors, as its new board chair. Von Busch, a longstanding member of the CFI advisory board, brings years of invaluable experience and dedication to his new role. He succeeds Don Styka and is poised to lead CFI into an era of continued excellence and innovation. Von Busch will be leading a team of esteemed industry professionals dedicated to driving excellence and innovation in the flooring sector.

Joining Von Busch on the board for a two-year period are:

• Roland Thompson - Thompson Flooring & Installation
• Joe Cea - Congoleum Corporation
• Leslie Del Pozo - QEP Company, Inc.
• Bruce Gentry - Mohawk Group
• Phillip Gladden - Crain Cutter Co.

Additionally, serving a three-year term are:

• John Steier - Steier Flooring
• John Apodaca - Cuttrate Flooring
• Jorge Orta - San Antonio, TX
• Jimmy Salisbury - Blue Crew Installation
• Paul Stuart - Go Carrera/Stuart and Associates
• Don Perkins - DFP, LLC

The first board meeting under the new leadership is scheduled for May 1, where additional officers will be elected.

Members of CFI’s Advisory Board play a crucial role in shaping association programs, policies, and initiatives through their participation in monthly meetings. Their collective expertise and dedication ensure CFI remains at the forefront of excellence in the flooring installation industry.