Global surface manufacturer Cosentino brought together more than 650 industry professionals for back-to-back summits focused on design innovation and sustainability, distributing over $5.5 million in rebates to top performers.

The Spanish company hosted its C.Next Fabricators & Installers summit Jan. 19-22, drawing 400 attendees from 150 North American manufacturing and installation companies. A second event for designers followed Jan. 23-26, attracting 250 design professionals and brand partners, including renowned designers Ahmad AbouZanat, Alena Capra, and Thom Filicia.

President and CEO Francisco Martínez-Cosentino previewed upcoming product launches, including developments in the company's low-silica Silestone line, which will be showcased at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas.

The fabricators' summit featured industry leaders from the National Kitchen and Bath Association, National Stone Institute and National Association of Home Builders discussing sustainable manufacturing and digital innovation.

The designers' event included panels with Tony Award-winning scenic designer Scott Pask and Ford Motor Company's Global Design Director Jennifer Kolstad, among others. Sessions explored topics ranging from lighting design to architectural innovation.

During both summits, Cosentino announced a partnership with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles, pledging to match donations up to $20,000 for California wildfire relief through the ReBUILD LA initiative.