NWFA 40th Anniversary Special Edition

“I have attended 37 conventions. My first convention was held in Kansas City, with 290 attendees. All tabletop displays. I was able to position myself with the founding fathers and a core group that shaped the NWFA into what it is today. Each year, as it grew, I always felt it was more like a yearly reunion.”

“Our greatest resource out in the field is NWFA with their great training and knowledge about new products and technicalities. There is a need right now for trained labor and certification, and NWFA is top-notch at that. In this world of technology and communication, NWFA always keeps up to date with the latest ways to transmit the policies of the country relevant to wood, to lobby for the whole wood category, to train the installers, and I think they’ll be at the core of the movement from synthetics back to wood.”

JANET SULLIVAN, RETIRED FROM LENMAR/GEMINI COATINGS

“I am very proud and honored to have been involved with the National Wood Flooring Association for its entire 40-year history. The association has significantly improved our industry in numerous ways, bringing everyone together to collaborate on issues, share ideas, and strengthen our businesses. Happy 40th anniversary, NWFA!”

CHARLIE LAMMERS, MP GLOBAL

TOMMY MAXWELL, MAXWELL HARDWOOD FLOORING INC.

“I enjoy NWFA, I’ve been a part of it since 2016. I’ve gone from being a contractor to a sales representative for Loba-Wakol, and it helps on both sides. The NWFA has been vital as a reference source for knowledge, for expanding my technical skills, and meeting connections that I consider friends.”

“The NWFA has been instrumental in expanding my customer base and connecting me with incredible industry peers through the 40 Under 40 program. Now, as one of 16 members on the NWFA Emerging Leaders Council, I’m honored to help shape the future of our industry. NWFA has truly elevated my career and network in ways I never imagined.”

ALEXANDRA SMITH, BUCHANAN HARDWOOD FLOORING

CASH PYLE, LOBA-WAKOL

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