A pioneer in the industry’s digital media, Dave Foster launched the industry’s first news and information websites, culminating with TalkFloor.com, the industry’s first site offering both audio and video interviews and industry news as it happens. Now with BNP, Foster will continue to travel the industry interviewing its movers and shakers and offering his thoughts in this blog.

Q&A with CFI's Robert Varden: High Demand for Flooring Installers

Dave Foster

September 1, 2016

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I can remember a senior carpet industry executive in the late 1970s expressing concern that there were not sufficient numbers of installers in the country to install carpet.

Installers only independent if they meet criteria

Independent Flooring Contractor or Employee? Perspective from WFCA's Jeff King

Dave Foster

January 1, 2016

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Are installers contractors or are they employees?

Uzin Utz Opens Dover Manufacturing Facility

Dave Foster

December 1, 2015

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Uzin Utz, the German parent of UFloor, held the grand opening of its first U.S. manufacturing facility on September 25 in Dover, Del.’s Garrison Oak Technical Park.

The Importance of a Succession Plan for Your Flooring Business

Dave Foster

November 8, 2013

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Every business large and small, from large multinationals to small mom and pop operations really need a succession plan.

Can’t-Miss Content on TalkFloor

Dave Foster

June 26, 2013

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TalkFloor, the daily industry eNewsletter in partnership with Floor Covering Installer, Floor Trends and TILE Magazines, is stuffed full of content for busy installers, contractors, retailers, designers, manufacturers and other members of the industry.

Industry Training a Big Draw at CFI Certification Event in Dalton

Michael Chmielecki

Dave Foster

May 20, 2013

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International Certified Floorcovering Installers (CFI) recently welcomed more than 100 flooring installers, dealers, manufacturers and inspectors for four days of training and certification at Ryman Hall in Dalton, Ga.

Bringing Stainmaster to the Tile Industry with The Tile Doctor

Dave Foster

April 30, 2013

Seeking out unique products in the ceramic and stone arena that it can bring to market is a core value of The Tile Doctor.

Hanley Wood Gets an ‘8’ for a Damn Good Job at Surfaces 2013

Dave Foster

February 20, 2013

So looking back at Surfaces 2013, what’s your take?

Recycled Bob is Back: Speaking with CARE’s Executive Director

Dave Foster

January 22, 2013

We had an opportunity to sit down with Bob Peoples, the Executive Director of the Carpet America Recovery Effort or CARE, a man who in 2002 took lead of the organization during its formation and left a few years ago to take over the Directorship of the ACS Green Chemistry Institute.

Puzzled by the Internet? Simonson Says the Best Word is “Custom”

Dave Foster

December 18, 2012

Today, it’s near impossible for a retailer to thrive in any economy if they’re not competitive on the Internet and dedicated to staying that way.

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