ISFA Announces 2022 Conference Agenda

INGOMAR, Pa. – Fabricators and other decorative-surface professionals are invited to the International Surface Fabricators Association’s (ISFA) 2022 Annual Conference on Oct. 17-19 in Clearwater, Fla.

Under the theme “Waves of Innovation,” Attendees will enjoy three days of educational sessions, business development workshops, new product presentations, networking and more at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort.

Don’t delay; the deadline to register for this event is Sept. 2.

“This year’s Annual Conference is a must-attend event curated specifically for today’s surface fabricators,” said Nancy Busch, ISFA executive director. “The agenda addresses the obstacles fabricators face in today’s challenging market, and each discussion will provide actionable solutions. Our expert speakers and panelists will deliver meaningful insights and encourage out-of-the-box thinking that can be a driver for growth.

“We have thoughtfully planned programming and resources that will bring significant value to attendees, which adheres to ISFA’s mission to further the decorative surface industry and support fabricators in their work.”

This event will kick off with a welcome reception and dinner on Oct. 17, including a celebration that honors the 2022 ISFA Award recipients and the introduction of ISFA’s 2023 board of directors.

Educational sessions include:

The Technology of a Growth Mindset (Oct. 18)
Presenter: Tim Saddoris, president of Grand Onyx, a Toledo, Ohio-based firm dedicated to building world-class fabricators by helping them streamline processes and implement growth strategies using digital solutions.

Industry Trends, Market Forecasts and a Rock-Solid Business Model (Oct. 18)
Presenter: Mitch Henderson is the founder of Clear Seas Research, a full-service market research insights company In Troy, Mich.

Panel Discussion: How Software & Technology Drive Growth for the Surfacing Industry (Oct. 19)
Panelists: Aaron Martens, QXM Solutions;  Frank Sciarrino, Quote Countertops and Granite Gold Services; Harry Hollander, Moraware; Steve Mast, Precision Countertops; Tiffanie Gardner, Top Priority, Inc.

Marketing Matters: How Fabricators Can Elevate Their Businesses (Oct. 19)
Presenter: Stephen Alberts of Countertop Marketing Co., which specializes in helping countertop companies grow the retail side of their business outside of word-of-mouth and referrals.

Roundtable Discussion: EOS Implementation + Conference Takeaways (Oct. 19)
Presenter: Travis McDermott, ISFA board member and operations manager, McDermott Top Shop.

In addition to workshops, attendees will learn about some of the latest innovative materials, tooling, and other products in the decorative surface industry, including the New Product Lunch & Learn. In between workshops and presentations, attendees will have the chance to network with their peers in a

The 2022 ISFA Annual Conference sponsors are Cambria, Moraware, Aristech Surfaces, Corian Design, Cosentino, GranQuartz, Infinity Surfaces, LX Hausys, Park Industries and Wilsonart.

Those interested in attending can find more details at www.isfaconference.com.