A group of Georgia and Tennessee flooring retailers recently met with students enrolled in the Basic Floor Covering Installation program at Chattanooga State Community College, highlighting the industry's efforts to address a critical shortage of qualified installers.
Leaders at the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) offer an update on the organization’s progress in increasing awareness and recruiting people to flooring installation, how they are connecting individuals to quality flooring installation in the industry, and how they are providing scholarships for training.
The U.S. economy grew at a faster pace than initially reported in the second quarter of 2024, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
The Floor Covering Education Foundation partners with International Flooring Company (IFC) to tackle the skilled worker shortage in flooring. IFC will donate one cent per square foot from Canopy Floors luxury vinyl flooring sales, with retailers optionally matching. Funds will support installer training, scholarships, and industry outreach.
David Winkler, regional director of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 5, discusses the importance of training, provides insight into the inner workings and benefits of IUPAT and dispells some common misconceptions about trade unions.
Disruptors always have a place in the market, no matter how mature, and little attention has been paid to the flooring contractor firms that approach the market differently. One of the most notable shifts in commercial installation is the rise of the interior contractor.
The Belknap White Group recently announced the brand merger of Belknap White, JJ Haines and Swiff Train under the UCX umbrella. Here, UCX CEO Ray Mancini discusses the merger and the future of distribution.
The Dixie Group said it continues to focus on new product launches and cost-saving initiatives to navigate the challenging housing and home remodeling market.
CCA Global Retail Group has already held five Summer Regional Meetings and leadership reports that participation and engagement have been high. The retailer events emphasize local experiences and collaborative problem-solving. Additionally, the group reports continued success in installation training.
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