The flooring industry faces significant challenges in Fall 2024 due to multiple supply chain disruptions. Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton devastated the Southeast, while a dockworkers' strike briefly halted East and Gulf Coast ports. Although the strike was suspended, experts warn of potential long-term effects and urge flooring businesses to prepare for future crises by diversifying sources and managing inventory strategically.
Following recent management changes, Bella Flooring Group reaffirms its market presence under new leadership, with plans for significant investment and product expansion in 2025.
Adleta Corp., a wholesale flooring distributor based in Carrollton, Texas, announced Matt Hafer as president and David Whitehurst as executive vice president on October 9, 2024, following John Sher's retirement announcement.
In a move to reshape flooring distribution, Transom Capital Group has announced the formation of Artivo Surfaces, a new parent company that brings together distributors Virginia Tile and Galleher. This strategic consolidation creates a multi-regional powerhouse with 48 locations across 18 states, offering an extensive range of flooring solutions from coast to coast.
Laticrete reports that its distributor partner Frank Donahue, owner and regional director of Best Tile North Carolina, is leading a charge to airdrop supplies to hurricane victims.
The buildout provides additional warehousing space for commercial flooring products, including luxury vinyl tile and sheet flooring used for healthcare, senior living, multifamily, retail, hospitality, education, transportation, and workplace projects.
North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) and The North American Building Material Distribution Association (NBMDA) will welcome 22 new exhibitors to the NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention, which takes place October 22-24, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The Brazilian Stone Tour aims to connect U.S. specifiers to the natural riches of Brazil through a series of informative lectures, taking place in Texas and California.
