Floorzap today announced the release of its 2026 State of the Retail Flooring Industry Report, a comprehensive research study examining how flooring retailers are responding to changing customer expectations, margin pressure, and increasing operational complexity. The report is based on a survey of nearly 200 flooring store owners and operators, combined with insights from 1,300 homeowners, delivering clear benchmarks…
The Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI) named Mohawk as its exclusive Executive Strategic Partner at The International Surface Event. This new alliance is designed to enhance installer education, expand technical resources and promote installation excellence across the flooring industry. “Mohawk’s partnership with CFI is a powerful example of manufacturer leadership in supporting the flooring installers…
As the flooring industry gathered for The International Surface Event (tise) 2026, the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) Board of Directors met on Wednesday, Jan. 28, in Las Vegas to reflect on the foundation’s impact in 2025 and chart a course for even greater support and outreach in 2026. The meeting brought together FCIF leadership…
Women In the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI) proudly presented its inaugural Women of Distinction Award to Emily Finkell, one of WIFI’s founding board members, during the WIFI Morning Mix Breakfast held January 28 in Mohawk’s booth at The International Surface Event (tise) 2026 in Las Vegas. The Women of Distinction Award was created to recognize women…
Role reinforces WFCA’s position as a trusted, unbiased source of industry education The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has appointed Michelle Nix, a 38-year training veteran of Shaw Industries, as Director of Education, placing one of the industry’s most experienced trainers in charge of WFCA’s education strategy. In this role, Nix will oversee the development…
The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has named Melissa Murphy as the recipient of the 2025 Tom Jennings Champion Award, recognizing her exceptional dedication to customer service, independent retail excellence, and long-standing leadership within the flooring industry. The Tom Jennings Champion Award is one of WFCA’s most meaningful honors, presented annually to an individual who…
The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has announced its 2026 Board Chairman, Executive Committee, and newly elected Directors. This leadership team will help accelerate the association’s ongoing work to strengthen the flooring industry through meaningful advocacy, innovative education, workforce development, and expanded member support. Lauren Voit, President of Great Western Flooring, has been elected Chairman…
Industry veteran to be honored at The International Surface Event in Las Vegas The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has named Danny Crutchfield, longtime Shaw Industries executive and former Vice President of the Shaw Flooring Network (SFN), as the recipient of the 2025 Luminary Award. Crutchfield will be recognized at a special ceremony at The…
Hands-on ASTM F-2170 and F-1869 training designed for flooring retailers, sales teams, installation managers, and flooring inspectors The Flooring Consultants & Inspection Training Services (FCITS) has announced the addition of a new Concrete Moisture Testing Certification and Training Course to its education lineup during tise at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The…
The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has announced the 2026 theme of its Leadership Live series, led by WFCA CEO Scott Humphrey: Leaders for Life – American Legacy. The theme looks to the founding of the United States and the individuals whose sacrifice, resolve, and vision shaped the nation—offering enduring leadership lessons that remain relevant today….
Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) today announced a new strategic partnership with TradeTap, formerly known as Go Carerra, marking a significant step forward in strengthening installer education, workforce connectivity, and access to modern professional resources. As part of the partnership, TradeTap will serve as CFI’s new digital training hub for instructors, providing a centralized platform for…
Hands-on courses designed to align teams, reduce callbacks, and protect profit Flooring Consultants and Inspection Training Services (FCITS) is opening registration for two retail flooring training courses this December. Both sessions feature the same comprehensive, hands-on curriculum—centered on communication, customer satisfaction, and installation best practices—offered on different dates and at separate host locations to provide…