NWFA 40th Anniversary Special Edition

“It changed my life. Even being a third-generation finisher, I learned how to understand all the technical chemicals and logistics required to work with a wood floor product. Today, just due to NWFA, I learn, I teach, and I help. I have great projects and great jobs, and I keep my family very happy. If you go around the world, there is no association like NWFA. There are a lot of craftsmen associations, but as a whole, the NWFA puts everybody together.”

“The NWFA has strengthened the wood flooring industry by serving as a vital connector that helps manufacturers nationwide reach new buyers through trade shows, networking events, and industry directories. Additionally, their comprehensive installation guidelines have standardized practices across the industry, ensuring consistent quality and establishing professional credibility for certified installers. These efforts have improved both market access for manufacturers and installation reliability for consumers.”

AVEDIS DUVENJIAN, LED COATING SOLUTIONS BY ARCHETYPAL

TOMMY AND MANDY SANCIC, OLDE WOOD LTD.

“The NWFA has made a big difference in my career by allowing the space to network with individuals in the wood floor industry for career, business, and personal mentoring opportunities. The organization brings value to the industry by setting standards and guidelines that should be followed, protecting all parties throughout the supply chain to the end user, ensuring successful outcomes of projects.”

“In the past, it has been friendships and relationships that I’ll have for life. Going forward, the NWFA is a great organization. You get out of it what you put in. It’s one of those things that you have to engage in, and it’s welcoming. Everybody wants you to be part of the NWFA.”

JEFF FAIRBANKS, PEACHEY HARDWOOD FLOORING

JOSH NEUBERGER, PALLMANN NORTH AMERICA

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