Hardwood Floors December 2024/January 2025

35. Amanda Swegle VP Habitat Hardwood Floors PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL

37. Bre Turner Project Manager Samurai Hardwood Flooring Inc. NELSON, BC An integral part of the Samurai Hardwood Flooring team, Bre Turner has brought years of experience in project management within the flooring industry. With a keen eye for detail and exceptional organizational skills, she has successfully overseen numerous large-scale projects, consistently delivering on time and within budget. Her ability to navigate complex challenges and foster strong client relationships has made her an invaluable asset to the company. Turner has contributed significantly to the Nelson community, particularly in the fitness industry. She is actively involved with Frontier Athletics, often volunteering her time. The biggest of these events is the Kootenay Klash, where if she’s not competing, Turner will serve as a judge and assist with set up and promotion. Her dedication to promoting health and wellness in the community makes a positive impact both inside and outside of the company.

Amanda Swegle has become a master in hardwood floor installation and refinishing, co-founding Habitat Hardwood Floors with her husband, Derek. In under six years, she has developed exceptional skills, particularly in sanding, staining, and custom color matching, making

her a highly sought-after professional in her beach community. Amanda prioritizes customer satisfaction and passionately educates clients on the benefits of wood floors, emphasizing their sustainability and health advantages. Her commitment to client education and high-quality craftsmanship enhances homes and elevates industry standards. While known for her achievements in wood flooring, Swegle also is dedicated to community service, particularly in animal rescue. A passionate animal lover, she volunteers with local Florida pet rescue organizations, fostering several animals and aiding in finding them loving homes. Her selfless efforts to transport rescues and connect them with families demonstrate her strong character and commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others.

36. Pawel Szymusiak President/Owner Best Floor #1 Inc. ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL

Born and raised in Poland, Pawel Szymusiak’s first summer job was working on hardwood floors while visiting his family in the U.S. at the age of 16. Two years later, he moved to the States and began working full-time in the industry. Soon after, he bought his first van and equipment and started his own business.

Having already spent more than half of his life in the hardwood floor business, Szymusiak loves to spread knowledge and advice to his peers in the industry. He holds the NWFA Certified Installation Professional and Certified Sand and Finish designations and is a Bona Certified Craftsman and a Woca Oil Craftsman. Outside of hardwood floors, Szymusiak’s other great passion is playing the violin. He shares that enthusiasm by sponsoring annual events to support young people in promoting Polish Highlander music and culture. He also enjoys spending time with his two daughters and his wife, Magdalena.

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