Nearly 25,000 industry professionals gathered at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, from April 29 to May 2, marking significant year-over-year growth in qualified attendance and networking activities.
The National Institute of Certified Floorcovering Inspectors (NICFI) recently convened a landmark summit bringing together key stakeholders committed to advancing quality and integrity within the floorcovering inspection profession. The event focused on developing effective support systems for inspectors and elevating industry standards.
Certified Flooring Installers (CFI), a division of the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA), has unveiled a new logo and refreshed brand identity, marking a new chapter for the organization, which has led flooring installation training and certification since 1993.
The summit serves as a premier platform for flooring industry leaders to collaborate on sustainable practices across tile, stone, wood, and laminate sectors.
Tri-Co, a 65-year-old commercial flooring contractor based in San Diego, California, has appointed Miguel Burboa as CEO following a majority investment from his firm Fuerte Capital.
Emore, who most recently served as the company’s Chief Financial Officer and Interim CEO, brings more than two decades of leadership experience in the flooring and building products industries.
I4F reported that it will be a Diamond sponsor at the 2025 Global DIY-Summit in Lisbon, Portugal, June 11-13. As one of seven Diamond sponsors, the opportunity provides i4F visibility and direct engagement with senior leaders from the world’s largest DIY and home improvement retailers.
New home sales jumped 10.9% in April to 743,000 units despite high interest rates and construction costs. Home builders call it an anomaly, with 61% now offering sales incentives. Year-to-date sales still down 1.2% as industry faces ongoing economic uncertainty.
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