Past Events
2023 Annual Golf Outing
Thank you for making our 2023 Golf Outing an Outstanding Success
Hole In One
Occupied Flooring Solutions
Roesel Heck
T.F. Andrew Carpet One
Eagle
Bay Country Floors
CB Flooring
Elias Wilf
Engineered Floors
Fishman Flooring Solutions
Floors, Etc.
Horizon Forest Products
Interface
J.J. Haines
L & L Company
Mannington
Mapei
Mohawk
Beverage Cart
Elias Wilf
Mannington
Gifting Suite
Commercial Carpet Logistics
Hole Sponsors
Carpet Concepts
Promotional Items
Carpenter Company
T. F. Andrew
Commercial Carpet Logistics
As always, your support is greatly appreciated
Tournament Winners
1st Place – Mohawk Industries
Phil Tayman
Ray Jones
Tim Myde
Alan Keitz
2nd Place – Horizon Forest Products
Larry Parker
Joe Kruper
Ben Kruper
Thomas Cantrell
3rd Place – Bay Country Floors
Chris Arch
Jeff Green
Kyle Cissel
Brian Green
Men’s Long Drive – Ben Kruper
Women’s Long Drive – Lauren Allwein-Andrews
Men’s Closest to the Pin – Ben Kruper
Women’s Closest to the Pin – Marlene Stookey
50/50 Raffle – Adam Katz – Carpet & Wood Liquidators
Benefiting – Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation
2023 Spotlight Awards
2023-Spotlight-AwardsThe Association wants to thank everyone for their generous support.
On June 29th, we had our Annual Dinner & Second Annual Spotlight Awards. We learned about opportunities, heard about the challenges, and celebrated the successes in our local floor-covering industry.
Minah Woo, Vice President of Workforce, Innovation, and Strategic Partnerships at Howard Community College, spoke about the ever-changing workforce and opportunities for an installer training program. Maryland Delegate, owner of Value Carpet One, and Association Board Member, Chris Adams spoke about future challenges facing our industry in Annapolis. Association President, Steve Weidner, discussed the steps the Association is taking to address these challenges including retaining the services of Harris Malone & Jones to serve as our lobbyist in the following Maryland Legislative Session. We celebrated our project award winners and honored an Industry Hero.
A great time was had by all, and we hope that you make plans to join us next year!
We absolutely couldn’t do it without our sponsors!
Platinum
Floors Etc.
Gold
Elias Wilf
Mannington
Fishman Flooring Solutions
J.J. Haines
Mapei
Mohawk Industries
Silver
Carpet Concepts
Carpet Consultants
CB Floors
Bronze
Horizon Forest Products
2022 Golf Outing
On October 26th, the Association hosted our Annual Golf Outing at Whiskey Creek. We had over 100 attendees and had a great time out on the links. Raffle and putting contest benefitted Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation. As always we couldn’t do it without our sponsors!
Hole in One
Bay Country Floors
Floors, Etc.
Eagle
CB Floors
Fishman Flooring Solution
Hockstein
Interface
JJ Haines
L&L
Roesel-Heck
Elias Wilf
Mannington
Mohawk Industries
Mapei
Engineered Floors
Beverage Cart: Elias Wilf & Mannington
Holes: Carpet Concepts, Carpet Consultants, Mohawk Builder Multi-Family, Spartan Surfaces
Merchandise: Carpenter Company & Mapei
Thank you for all your support
Tournament Winners
Men’s Longest Drive: Jeff Green
Women’s Longest Drive: Donna Windisch
Men’s Closest to the Pin: Tony Mueller
Women’s Closest to the Pin: Marlene Stookey
Men’s Putting Contest: Adam Joss
Women’s Putting Contest: Marlene Stookey
1st Place – Larry Parker, Joe Kruper, Ben Kruper, Chris Pindar
2nd Place – Phil Tayman, Gary Tenison, Jeff Randell, Alan Kietz
3rd Place – Felipe Ordono, Jeff Green, Richard Buster, Chris Arch
2022 Annual Meeting
On June 16th, the Association hosted our Annual Meeting. We were thrilled to have so many industry attendees come out and join us at Guinness Brewery. We also appreciated hearing from Industry expert, Jim Aaron along with special guests Chris Adams, Maryland State Delegate (And Association Board Member) & Maryland Governor Candidate Kelly Schulz!
The success of this event was assured by our sponsors:
Platinum
Floors, Etc.
Gold
CB Flooring
Elias Wilf
Engineered Floors
Fishman Flooring Solutions
J.J. Haines
Mapei
Mannington
Mohawk
Silver
Carpet Concepts
Roesel-Heck
Spartan Surfaces
Value Carpet One
Bronze
Carpet Concepts
Horizon Forest Products
As always, your support is greatly appreciated
2022 Industry Spotlight Awards
The Board this year wanted to do something that celebrated our members and all they’ve accomplished over the past year. From those discussions, the Industry Spotlight Award was born. The intention isn’t to celebrate just the individual achievement but more importantly the partnership and collaboration needed between dealers, installers, manufacturers, and distributors. Without all these different components working together, there can’t be a thriving and successful industry.
We asked for submissions from our members and were blown away by our submissions. The submissions were narrowed down to 2 finalists in each category with a panel of industry leaders and experts providing the final winner selection. All entries were judged blindly.
2021 Golf Outing
Beverage Cart
Tournament Winners
2019 Annual Dinner
Once again, we collected over 100 industry professionals for a night of networking and entertainment. Thanks to all our sponsors and everyone who took time out of their busy schedule to support our event. See you next year!
2019 Golf Outing
Thank you for making our 2019 Golf Outing an Outstanding Success
The Association hosted the Annual Golf Outing. We had over 100 industry attendees come out and join us at Whiskey Creek Golf Club. We look forward to another great event next year and hope you can join us!
The success of this event was assured by our sponsors:
Eagle
Ardex
CB Flooring
Daltile
J.J. Haines
Fishman Flooring Solutions
Floors, Etc
Hockstein’s
Mapei
Spartan Surfaces
Mohawk Industries
Shaw Contract
Stanley Stephens
Birdie
Emser Tile
BEVERAGE CART
Elias Wilf
Mannington
Hole Sponsors
Allwein Carpet One
Capital Carpets
Carpet Consultants
Conestoga Tile
Contract Carpets
Horizon Forest Products
L & L
Leggett & Platt
Lynn Wholesale
Roesel-Heck
Suburban Floors
Promotional Items
Golf Balls – Carpenter Company
Your Support is Greatly Appreciated
Tournament Winners
1st PlaceLou SarvinoJoe MillerBryan HanfordMike Gallion2nd PlaceMichael RobinsonChris ArchTom WhitmanBrent Cross3rd PlaceKarl OttoSteve CallAdam JossMen’s Long Drive – Andy BeckworthWomen’s Long Drive – Cheryl HowellsMen’s Closet to the Pin – Mike GallionWomen’s Closet to the Pin – Cheryl HowellsMen’s Putting Contest -Jerry HehringWomen’s Putting Contest – Maureen AndersonBenefiting – Believe in Tomorrow’s Children’s Foundation
2018 Annual Dinner
Our 2018 Annual Dinner was a huge success. We had over 120 area flooring professionals at the beautiful Center Club for an enjoyable night of fellowship, networking, and enjoying the amazing Baltimore Raven’s Justin Tucker. Thanks to all who attended, and our sincere appreciation and gratitude to all our wonderful sponsors!
Bar Sponsor
J.J. Haines
Touchdown
Fishman Flooring Solutions
Elias Wilf
Mannington
Mohawk
Field Goal
Emser Tile ♦ CB Flooring
L & L Company ♦ Mapei
Spartan Surfaces ♦ Vertical Connection
Safety
Ardex ♦ Daltile
Contract Carpet Systems
Hockstein ♦ Stanley Stephens
Suburban Floor Coverings ♦ Engineered Floors
Strike Zone
Carpet Concepts ♦ Horizon Forest Products ♦ Roesel-Heck ♦ Leggett & Platt
2018 Golf Outing
On June 6th the Association hosted the Annual Golf Outing. We had over 80 industry attendees come out and join us at Whiskey Creek Golf Club.
The success of this event was assured by our sponsors:
Hole In One
J.J. Haines
Eagle
Ardex ♦ CB Flooring
Daltile ♦ Elias Wilf
Fishman Flooring Solutions
Floors, Etc ♦ Hockstein’s
Mannington ♦ Mohawk Industries
Shaw Contract ♦ Stanley Stephens
Birdie
Mapei ♦ Spartan Surfaces
Value Carpet One
BEVERAGE CART
Elias Wilf ♦ Mannington
Hole Sponsors
Emser Tile ♦ Horizon Forest Products
Conestoga Tile ♦ Leggett & Platt
Promotional Items
Golf Balls – Carpenter Company
Your Support is Greatly Appreciated
Tournament Winners
1st Place
Andy Beckwith
Keith Hodges
Kevin Henry
Kellen Ehrenfried
2nd Place
Brad Relford
David Day
Jeremy Bender
Anne Kurtz
3rd Place
Mike Geisler
Glenn Brixius
Brian Ransom
Ron Rish
Men’s Long Drive – Bob Nichols
Women’s Long Drive – Marleen Stookey
Men’s Closet to the Pin – Kevin Henry
Women’s Closet to the Pin – Maureen Anderson
Men’s Putting Contest -Scott Albright, Mark Mueller, Shane Richmond & Kevin Henry
Women’s Putting Contest – Robert Cox
50/50 Raffle – Andrew Goshorn
Benefiting – Believe in Tomorrow’s Children’s Foundation
https://believeintomorrow.org/
Sales Training
2018 Sales TrainingTechnical Training
17AnnvilleRESEstimating Course with John Namba
You do not want to miss this comprehensive two day estimating training from Industry Expert John Namba on December 6th & 7th. This is a valuable hands on training for both estimators and sales people. There is not a person in your organization that will not benefit from this training.
Estimating Course - 2017Click here for Registration and Payment Options
Lunchtime Call Series
A free monthly resource for our members
September
OSHA’s Crystalline Silica Rule
Many questions are now starting to emerge concerning OSHA’s released updated rules regarding silica in the workplace with implementation for contractors in 2017. The rules include two standards, one for general industry and a second for the construction industry. These new rules manage exposure of respirable silica in the workplace and include establishment of an exposure action level for compliance and reduction of the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL).
Mapei will be joining us to discuss these regulations and the impact to our members.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, September 21st at 11:00am. This will be a call in event, so you can attend from the comfort of your office!
Conference Number: 866-415-4341
Conference Code: 9112068859
Everyone who RSVP’s and attends will be in put in a drawing for a $25.00 Mapei coupon
October
Your Small Business & Today’s Government
The Association will be hosting a one hour discussion and presentation from local floor covering dealer, former Association President, and more importantly current Maryland Delegate Chris Adams. This will be your opportunity to hear about challenges facing your business in regards to today’s government from local government officials.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, October 19th at 11:00am.
Conference Number: 866-415-4341
Conference Code: 9112068859
Reservations requested but not required
2017 Annual Golf Outing
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2017 Sales Training With Lisbeth Calandrino
The Association was excited to offer this dynamic sales training with nationally known industry expert Lisbeth Calandrino. Check out her website at www.lisbethcalandrino.com. Thanks to J.J. Haines for providing a meeting place and lunch for all our participants. Our Association is looking having this sales training again next year. Do you have a topic that Lisbeth should cover? Drop us a line at mdnvafa@msn.com
Sales Training with Lisbeth was fantastic! She is knowledgeable of the industry as well as super passionate and motivational. Her personal life experiences and stories on relationship building were memorable, which is always a great way to learn. I have attended a lot of training classes and always come away with something new to try. Lisbeth gave me many tools to influence my current and future customers! I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to grow and learn.
Stephanie B
Sales and Design Consultant
The Vertical Connection Carpet One
2016 Annual Dinner
Once again, Our Annual Dinner was a great success. Close to 150 attendees enjoyed a festive gathering with their industry peers. Brooks Robinson entertained us with stories of his exploits with the Orioles. We greatly appreciated everyone who attended and our sponsors that made the evening possible. See you next year!
2016 Golf Outing
All our sponsors are crucial to the success of our events. Thank you again to all who participated!
Beverage Cart Sponsor:
2015 Annual Dinner
Our 2015 Annual Dinner was our best event yet. Over 100 attendees came out to the beautiful Center Club in downtown Baltimore to hear Buck Showalter speak and take questions. The Association would like to thank all who attended, and all our sponsors that contributed to such a great event!
