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Tuesday, Apr 29th
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
EDT
LEED Credits Using Natural Stone
Location: S230C
Moderator & Presenter:
Sarah B Gregg
– Natural Stone Institute
Presenter:
Scott Conwell, FAIA, FCSI, LEED AP
– International Masonry Institute
Presenter:
Holley Henderson, LEED Fellow, Fitwel Ambassador, WELL AP
– H2 Ecodesign
Materials & Trends
Sustainability
Tuesday, Apr 29th
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
EDT
Porcelain Beyond the Floor: A Multifaceted Design Material
Location: S230E
Presenter:
Nathan Parsons, CTI#1969
– The Porcelain Slab Company
Presenter:
Adam D. Christiansen
– Lusso Porcelain & Design
Materials & Trends
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
EDT
Color/Design Future Trends: Welcome Home
Location: S230E
Presenter:
Leatrice Eiseman, CSA
– Pantone Color Institute and the Eiseman Center for Color Information and Training
Materials & Trends
Tuesday, Apr 29th
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
EDT
Fostering Collaboration Between General Contractors and Tile Contractors for Project Success
Location: S230C
Moderator:
Jeremy Sax
– National Tile Contractors Association
Panelist:
Brad Brady
– Total Flooring
Panelist:
Shawn Mays
– Swinerton
Panelist:
Brent Edwards
– TW Frierson Construction, Inc.
Panelist:
Rod Owen, Jr.
– CC Owen Tile Co., Inc.
Workforce & Profits
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
10:50 AM – 11:20 AM
EDT
MAPEI's Multi-Attribute Approach to Sustainability Presented by MAPEI
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
11:20 AM – 11:40 AM
EDT
Broaden Your Base Presented by Noble Co.
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
11:40 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
Leveling Systems & Grouting Demo Presented by Best of Everything
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
Next-Level Performance with NXT® Level Plus Lite – 50% Lighter, 100% Stronger Presented by LATICRETE
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
EDT
Benefits Associated with ARDEX Microtec & Self-Drying Technologies along with Specialty Mortars with High Flow Performance Presented by ARDEX
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
EDT
Grouting in Today’s World Presented by MAPEI
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
EDT
Protection Prevents Correction: Waterproofing Membranes for Tile & Stone Presented by Sika
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
EDT
Design with Color. Build with Brilliance with LATICRETE® Profiles, Grouts, & Sealants Presented by LATICRETE
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
EDT
Driving Innovation with ARDEX Grouting Systems Presented by ARDEX
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
4:30 PM – 4:50 PM
EDT
Bringing Tile Outside. Fabrication Techniques with Porcelain Pavers Presented by Alpha Professional Tools
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
Decoding the How: Practical Steps and Case Studies in AI for the Tile and Stone Industry
Location: S230C
Presenter:
Ron Nash
– Laticrete
Workforce & Profits
Tuesday, Apr 29th
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
Global Tile Trends 2025
Location: S230E
Moderator:
Alena Capra, CMKBD
– Alena Capra Designs
Presenter:
Ryan Fasan
– Tile of Spain USA | Crest Craftsmen
Presenter:
Danielle McWilliams
– Novita Communications
Presenter:
Roxanne Morris
– Tile Council of North America | Why Tile
Materials & Trends
Tuesday, Apr 29th
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
EDT
Elevating Tile Design: The Art of Enhancing with Arto's Tiles
Location: Coverings Lounge, Booth 4300
Presenter:
Armen A. Alajian
– ARTO
Trends & Solutions Stage
Tuesday, Apr 29th
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
EDT
Up Your Tile Game Podcast
Location: South Hall Lobby
Host:
Christy Hutcherson
Podcast Studio
Tuesday, Apr 29th
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
ABCs of Sustainability: Decoding the Key Terms, Acronyms, Standards, and How to Coordinate Sustainability Messaging
Location: S230C
Presenter:
Daniel Marvin
– Schluter Systems North America
Presenter:
Kali Pharand
– Schluter Systems
Materials & Trends
Sustainability
Workforce & Profits
Installation & Fabrication
Tuesday, Apr 29th
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
Surface Materials and the Home of the Future - Walk & Talk
Location: Coverings Lounge, Booth 4300
Presenter:
Jennifer Farrell
– Jennifer Farrell Designs
Health & Wellness
Materials & Trends
Coverings Lounge
Tours
Wednesday, Apr 30th
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
EDT
Economic Outlook 2025: Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities in the Tile, Stone and Flooring Industry
Location: S230E
Presenter:
Gene Marks, CPA
– The Marks Group PC
Presenter:
Joe Lundgren, BS, MBA
– Joseph Lundgren Consulting
Presenter:
Santo Torcivia
– Marketing Insights, LLC
Workforce & Profits
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
EDT
Mastering the Luxury Market: How to Build and Dominate Your High-End Business
Location: S230C
Presenter:
Chris Ramey
– The Home Trust International / Affluent Insights
Workforce & Profits
Timeless Luxury
Wednesday, Apr 30th
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
EDT
Shifting Landscapes: The Impact of Business Consolidation in the Tile and Stone Industry
Location: S230E
Moderator:
Kemp Harr, BS - Journalism
– Floor Focus Magazine
Moderator:
Bart A. Bettiga, Coverings Board of Governors
– National Tile Contractors Association
Panelist:
Sunil Palakodati
– Artivo Surfaces
Panelist:
Dub Newell, MBA, CPA
– Louisville Tile Distributors
Panelist:
Kory J. Bowling
– Paramount Global Surfaces
Workforce & Profits
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
EDT
The Future of Luxury: Insights and Strategies from Industry Leaders
Location: S230C
Moderator:
Chris Ramey
– The Home Trust International / Affluent Insights
Panelist:
David McGowan Benson, CCTS
– Architessa
Panelist:
Tanya Shively, LEED AP, ASID
– Sesshu Design Associates
Panelist:
Allison Eden
– Allison Eden Studios
Panelist:
Marco Leopoldo Minghetti
– Ceramica Senio srl
Materials & Trends
Workforce & Profits
Timeless Luxury
Wednesday, Apr 30th
10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
EDT
Benefits Associated with ARDEX Microtec & Self-Drying Technologies along with Specialty Mortars with High Flow Performance Presented by ARDEX
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
10:40 AM – 11:10 AM
EDT
Streamlined Waterproofing – a Sneak Peek at the Newest HYDRO BAN® Product
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
11:10 AM – 11:40 AM
EDT
MAPEI’s Showers from Start to Finish Presented by MAPEI
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
11:40 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
Broaden Your Base Presented by Noble Co.
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
1:00 PM – 1:20 PM
EDT
Grip it & Rip it Presented by Grabo
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
1:20 PM – 1:40 PM
EDT
Hardscape Materials: Issues, Challenges & Treatment Systems Presented by FILA
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
EDT
Driving Innovation with ARDEX Grouting Systems Presented by ARDEX
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
EDT
MAPEI's Multi-Attribute Approach to Sustainability Presented by MAPEI
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
4:30 PM – 4:50 PM
EDT
Trowel & Vibrating Suction Cup Demo Presented by Best of Everything
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Wednesday, Apr 30th
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
Picture-Perfect Projects: Crafting Magazine-Worthy Exterior Living Spaces
Location: S230C
Moderator:
Jennifer Reut
– Landscape Architect Magazine
Panelist:
Woody Sanders, CTI #1295 ACT#22
– DW Sanders Tile & Stone Contracting, Inc.
Panelist:
George Rex Barnett IV, CPO, CBP, ACBP
– GB IV Designs
Installation & Fabrication
Materials & Trends
Outdoor Spaces
Wednesday, Apr 30th
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
The Basics of Marketing for Small Businesses
Location: S230E
Presenter:
Elena Grant
– National Tile Contractors Association
Presenter:
Sheila Wyatt
– Evolv
Installation & Fabrication
Workforce & Profits
Wednesday, Apr 30th
3:45 PM – 4:45 PM
EDT
The Obvious Podcast
Location: South Hall Lobby
Host:
Peter Dyga
Host:
Sonny Maken
– ABC Florida East Coast
Podcast Studio
Wednesday, Apr 30th
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
Making Waves: Case Studies in Pool Installations with Large-Format Gauged Porcelain Tile
Location: S230C
Moderator:
Curt V. Rapp, CTC
– The Tile Doctor
Presenter:
George Rex Barnett IV, CPO, CBP, ACBP
– GB IV Designs
Installation & Fabrication
Materials & Trends
Outdoor Spaces
Wednesday, Apr 30th
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
Surface Materials and the Home of the Future - Walk & Talk
Location: Coverings Lounge, Booth 4300
Presenter:
Jennifer Farrell
– Jennifer Farrell Designs
Health & Wellness
Materials & Trends
Coverings Lounge
Tours
Thursday, May 1st
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
EDT
Be Well, Lead Well: Integrating Well-Being into Leadership
Location: S230C
Presenter:
Megan Mazzocco, WELL AP+Faculty
– Wellbeing X Design
Workforce & Profits
Health & Wellness
Thursday, May 1st
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
EDT
Tile Industry Updates: Advancements in Standards and Reference Materials
Location: S230E
Presenter:
Becky Serbin, CSI
– National Tile Contractors Association
Presenter:
Ryan Marino, EIT
– Tile Council of North America
Presenter:
Nyle Wadford
– GACA Group and Neuse Tile Service
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
EDT
Natural Stone Trends: Utilizing Natural Stone in Interior Applications
Location: S230C
Moderator:
Karen E. Roe, Speaker & CEU Instr
– Countertop & Cabinet Concierge LLC
Panelist:
Yumilka Olivi Soto
– Visual Studio Plus
Panelist:
John Beck
Installation & Fabrication
Materials & Trends
Thursday, May 1st
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
EDT
Women Talking: The Shero's Journey 2025
Location: S230E
Moderator:
Lesley Goddin
– TileLetter, TileLetter ARTISAN and TileLetter.com
Panelist:
Jane Callewaert
– Dragonfly Tile & Stone Works
Panelist:
Leslie Del Pozo
– QEP Co., Inc.
Panelist:
Natalie Hall
– Artistry in Tile
Panelist:
Heidi Martin
– United Tile
Panelist:
Betty Sullivan
– Architessa
Workforce & Profits
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
EDT
Grouting in Today’s World Presented by MAPEI
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
11:10 AM – 11:30 AM
EDT
Leveling Systems & Grouting Demo Presented by Best of Everything
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
RUBI: Faster & Smarter Tile Cutting in Action Presented by Rubi
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
EDT
MAPEI’s Showers from Start to Finish Presented by MAPEI
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
EDT
The NXT® Pedestal System – for Raised Decking, Paver, & Tile Installations Presented by LATICRETE
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
EDT
Benefits Associated with ARDEX Microtec & Self-Drying Technologies along with Specialty Mortars with High Flow Performance Presented by ARDEX
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
4:00 PM – 4:20 PM
EDT
Trowel & Vibrating Suction Cup Demo Presented by Best of Everything
Location: Installation Innovation Stage, Booth 4038
Installation Innovation Stage
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
Building Safe and Stylish Homes: The Role of Tile and Stone in Aging in Place
Location: S230C
Presenter:
Sydney Hughes, CAP
– Senior Proof
Materials & Trends
Installation & Fabrication
Health & Wellness
Thursday, May 1st
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
EDT
Global Inspirations: Case Studies in Gauged Porcelain Slab Design and Installation
Location: S230E
Moderator:
Bart A. Bettiga, Coverings Board of Governors
– National Tile Contractors Association
Presenter:
Sean Gordy
– Gordy Tile Company
Presenter:
Steven W. Clem, FAIA, ASID, IIDA
– TVS
Materials & Trends
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
EDT
Single Story's Podcast
Location: South Hall Lobby
Host:
Ginger Rabe
Podcast Studio
Thursday, May 1st
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
Designing for Well-Being: How Tile and Stone Align with Well-Being Standards
Location: S230C
Moderator:
Megan Mazzocco, WELL AP+Faculty
– Wellbeing X Design
Panelist:
Jana Donohoe
– Jana Donohoe Designs
Panelist:
Holley Henderson, LEED Fellow, Fitwel Ambassador, WELL AP
– H2 Ecodesign
Panelist:
Gianna Vallefuoco, MMTCP
– Vallefuoco Contractors
Materials & Trends
Installation & Fabrication
Health & Wellness
Thursday, May 1st
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
Tile Sleuths: Investigating Three Tile Failure Crimes With A Tile Inspector
Location: S230E
Presenter:
James Woelfel
– J.G. Woelfel & Associates, LLC, Tile and Stone Consultants
Installation & Fabrication
Thursday, May 1st
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
EDT
Surface Materials and the Home of the Future - Walk & Talk
Location: Coverings Lounge, Booth 4300
Presenter:
Jennifer Farrell
– Jennifer Farrell Designs
Health & Wellness
Materials & Trends
Coverings Lounge
Tours
