2023 is sure to be one of the most exciting in CCA Global Partners Retail Group’s history, with the Spring arrival of Retail 2.0 in showrooms – the company’s innovative approach to reinventing retail through its unique selling system, which includes both a physical and digital merchandising system aimed at simplifying the floor buying process.
The rollout plans for Retail 2.0, along with several exciting marketing and technology innovations will be announced at conneXtion —the company’s newly developed rebrand of their convention, which reflects the importance of networking, member connections, and leading the industry. Members will also be treated to an unmissable conversation between division presidents Keith Spano and John Gilbert, accompanied by one of the greatest quarterbacks in NFL history.
The Winter conneXtion will focus on innovations in retail by simplifying the floor buying process, driving business in a challenging economy, breakthrough marketing solutions and leveraging on-line technology for independent retailers.
The learning continues beyond stage presentations, with in-depth education and networking sessions and an expansive trade show floor. Attendees will see the value of their membership by interacting with product and digital technologies, and hear real-world business cases that back up the company’s strategies.
“Retail 2.0 is the culmination of years of research, planning and development. Over this past summer, we shared details for Retail 2.0 and created an interactive 10,000 sq. ft. showroom right in the exhibit hall,” said Keith Spano. “At this conneXtion, we are rolling out the largest merchandising and marketing initiative in CCA’s history, putting nearly eight million SKUs in the field and a launching thousands of new websites for members across the retail group.”
The Winter 2023 agenda also provides attendees with invaluable opportunities to connect and network with fellow retailers and flooring industry leaders, while sharing best business practices, inspiration, and ideas.
“There is nothing more important than connecting with our members and helping them connect
with their customers. Driving more leads and converting them to a sale is at the top of our list.
We’ve built the most sophisticated in-house marketing team in the industry and equipped our members with cutting edge marketing technology to support and track lead conversion. No other group or agency has the best interests of our members in mind, and the ability to deliver unmatched flooring expertise across SEO, digital advertising, website excellence, and social media.”
The convention kicked off on Sunday, January 8 with an exclusive Women of CCA special event. On Monday, January 9 at 8 a.m. the convention continues with a day of one-on-one sessions, pre-convention meetings, and a welcome reception. Tuesday’s events include general sessions, networking meetings and the trade show. The final day features education sessions, general session, trade show, an “In Conversation With” special guest presentation followed by a riveting closing event.
The 20th annual Alan Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament benefiting the Floor Covering Industry Foundation took place yesterday the historicBarnsley Gardens in Georgia. The event raised $130,000 for the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF.)
Funds from the tournament support the foundation’s ongoing efforts to assist those who are currently, or have been, affiliated with the floor covering industry and are experiencing unanticipated hardships due to illness, disability, or other life-altering circumstances.
The organization helps families dealing with issues ranging from organ transplants, cancer treatments and other types of financial assistance to those who really need it, at a time in their life when they really need it.
“Everyone was so happy to be back together in person for the tournament. We have an incredible community that really shows up for each other and turns out to give back,” said Charlie Dilks, Chief Product Officer at CCA Global Partners and Chairman of the FCIF Board. “We’re grateful for all who participated and donated to the cause. Our aim is always to raise much needed funds for the many who need help in our floor covering family, and this was a tremendous result.”
Attended by business owners, vendors, manufacturers, distributors, and supporters from all over the nation, the tournament is a day of fellowship, friendship, and the opportunity for friendly competition, aimed at a common goal of goodwill. Their contributions to the FCIF – via participation in the tournament as well as event sponsorships –will assist the foundation at a time when it’s needed the most.To learn more about the tournament or to apply for aid, please visit www.FCIF.org.
For 25 years, Business NH Magazine has recognized businesses that go out of their way to create engaging workplaces and understand that fulfilled employees are more productive. For 10 years CCA Global has made the list. This year at #5!
What makes CCA Global so special?
At CCA, we put a focus on employees and their families, and a great illustration of this is that we have flexible schedules that recognize the importance of our personal lives. It is standard practice by all employees to telecommute Mondays and Fridays every week with Tuesday thru Thursdays being in-office days, with the flexibility to work with supervisors to telecommute as needed. As an award-winning employer of choice, CCA Global values the role it plays in being a leading example as one of very few companies in the state that offer all employees in the organization paid family leave for both new mothers and fathers.
Wellness is an essential part of life and CCA makes it a priority to go beyond the insurance benefits and help employees find time to take care of themselves during busy and challenging work/life schedules. Given its importance from a physical and mental health perspective, it is a longstanding priority to incorporate a wide variety of wellness programs into the workplace and workday to increase accessibility and enable more people to participate. Free fresh fruit, flavored flat and sparkling water, unlimited coffees and teas is available to in-office employees. In partnership with Leanbox, a healthy vending machine company out of Boston, employees have access to healthy snacks, meals, and drinks for purchase. Both in-office and virtual employees have been offered coffee mugs and water bottles to promote a healthy intake of water. On top of the healthy and delicious snacks and sips, free gym memberships are available to all employees at a local gym within walking distance of the office, or a Planet Fitness near their home, making it convenient for lunchtime, pre- or after- work workouts
Geared to both employees and members of CCA Global, internally run programs such as the Nex40 and the Women of CCA are developing the next generation of leaders within the company. The Nex40 is a young professionals network that was initiated as an employee idea to help connect younger members with each other. The idea quickly grew into one of the most engaged group of members and employees providing learning opportunities, idea sharing, and feedback among the group and with company leadership. The Women of CCA, similarly inspired by employees, grew out of the need to provide a network support for women working in the male-dominated flooring industry. The group is run by committee made up of a cross section of female employees and leaders and is in its 4th year running.
Dog days at CCA Global do not refer to those hot days in early August – and they aren’t restricted to just dogs! Many dogs, and once a rabbit and a couple of goats, are welcome at CCA Global and many are known on a first-name basis. We believe our four-legged friends look forward to the work day just as much as we do so they can socialize with their canine colleagues and favorite humans – the office manager Maureen is especially adored by all the furry friends.
The corporate giving and volunteerism we are engaged in here in the New Hampshire community is often informed and inspired by employee connections and employees themselves. CCA Global is deeply committed to giving back to local organizations that are making a difference in the community. This includes creating volunteer opportunities during the workday and at the workplace whenever possible. For 8 years, our employees have served as Big Brothers and Big Sisters (BBBS) and we currently have multiple active matches, or mentorships, through three local schools. Whether office-wide, or a single division, or a single person, there is always a charitable activity going on at CCA. This year one of our division’s is celebrating their 15th anniversary in operation and instead of a big lavish party, employees have led the charge in dedicating a monthly activity to charitable giving here in New Hampshire.
In 2022, ownership really matters. At CCA Global we have held this belief since 1984 when we incorporated as a cooperative. This means our company, unlike massive multinational conglomerates and publicly traded companies, is both owned and controlled by the thousands of individual family business owners who make up our membership. CCA Global was founded as a cooperative to be a force for good from day one; where 100% of its mission is to drive positive social change, 100% of the company is member-owned, and 100% of its profits are sent back to the independent family business owners who are members of CCA Global, and not extracted from the business to outside shareholders. CCA Global is a national and international leader and pioneer in cooperative business. Building on the people before profits vision and model, we have helped millions of independent family businesses effectively compete with large multinational companies.
More about the 2022 Best Companies to Work For Competition
This year’s competition attracted a record number of applicants as companies seek to differentiate themselves in a tight labor market. The new workplace realities are evident among this year’s winning companies as flexibility is a consistent focus with many winners offering remote and hybrid work schedule options.
Companies that earn a place on the Best Companies to Work For list four out of five years are inducted into the Hall of Fame for two years. Six companies were inducted into the Hall of Fame this year:
• Bellwether Community Credit Union in Manchester
• CoreMedical Group in Manchester
• Granite State Credit Union in Manchester
• Mainstay Technologies in Belmont and Manchester, .
• Mascoma Savings Bank in Lebanon
• MegaFood in Manchester
The 2022 competition attracted applicants from across the state. Each completed an employee engagement survey administered by The Employee Engagement Group as well as an extensive employer survey, detailing benefits and workplace practices. A panel of HR executives judged the company culture responses on the employer survey. The results of all those assessments determined the winning companies.
To further refine the ranking of the top 10 companies, business executives volunteered their time and expertise to conduct site tour visits of the top 12 companies that included interviews with the top executive, and a focus group of employees as well as a tour of the facility. The site tours were organized and facilitated by Bruce Mast & Associates and The Leddy Group.
To celebrate the 2022 winners, Business NH Magazine will host the Breakfast with The Best on Oct. 5. It will include two panels with executives from the winning companies and CultureFest: 2022, where participants dig into workplace topics in eight-minute workshops. The Breakfast will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton in downtown Manchester from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Sponsors of this year’s breakfast are: Breakfast Sponsor: Northeast Delta Dental, Best Companies Sponsor: Eversource and Hall of Fame Sponsor: Granite State Credit Union.
For more information on the winners or how to compete to be a 2023 Bestie, please call Editor Matt Mowry.
Retailers Headed to Nashville August 8-10, 2022, Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary to Keynote
MANCHESTER, NH – CCA Global Partners Retail Group is prepping for its summer convention “The Future Of Next” at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville from August 8-10, 2022, featuring a robust roster of events and speakers including keynoter Kevin O’Leary from NBC’s Shark Tank. To celebrate the spirit of the host city, the convention’s closing event is a CCA Global takeover of the legendary Grand Ole Opry music venue with live performances from longtime favorites and rising stars on the country music scene.
The convention officially kicks off with general session on Monday, August 8 at 5 p.m. with a special tribute to retiring co-CEO Howard Brodsky to highlight the evening’s program. Howard co-founded CCA Global Partners with Alan Greenberg in 1984 and has led the company to groundbreaking heights and global recognition.
Following on the heels of last summer’s format unifying retail brands Carpet One Floor & Home, Flooring America, Flooring Canada, The Floor Trader and International Design Guild (IDG), members will once again meet together. The convention will focus on the evolving customer experience and helping customers shop when, where, and how they want through digital technology, marketing, and the in-store experience.
“The Future of Next” convention content is designed to reflect the seismic shift that redefined retail over the last couple years, accelerated by 2020’s unprecedented global pandemic. The way consumers shop changed and continues to evolve – and the upcoming summer convention will reveal to members how CCA Global Partners Retail Group is keeping up momentum and placing them at the forefront of retail moving into the future.
The summer 2022 agenda will also give attendees ample opportunities to connect, network and share best flooring industry business practices, inspiration and ideas.
Highlights and story angles include:
Keynote address from Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary. One of North America’s most successful entrepreneurs, Kevin will share his secrets to his remarkable business achievements with convention attendees during his keynote address. Best known as guest judge “Mr. Wonderful” on the popular investment pitch show Shark Tank, Kevin is an author and venture capitalist.
Economic forecast with Connor Lokar. Back by popular demand, Connor Lokar, senior economist at ITR Economics, returns to speak about market indicators in the industry. Connor specializes in analyzing trends in the construction industry, and his firm is recognized worldwide for economics forecasts across markets.
Women of CCA. The women’s forum luncheon is themed Stand Out – Assess Your Strengths, Find Your Edge, Win At Work! Workshop. Guests will also be treated to a taste of Nashville with an appearance from singer-songwriter, Billboard chart topping artist Meghan Linsey (If You Need Me, Don’t), from The Voice and CMT’s Can You Duet.
The Nex40 – The new generation of retail owners will gather for an evening of networking, camaraderie and nostalgia at a dueling pianos party. A live band anchored by back-to-back baby grand pianos and Nashville performing artists will be taking song requests and bringing the fun at this rollicking event reconnecting young entrepreneurs.
Regional Network Meetings. The summer convention includes dedicated time for regional network groups from Carpet One Floor & Home, Flooring America and Flooring Canada to gather together and brainstorm, network and collaborate on best practices.
Commercial Group. Commercial construction attorney Sloane Bailey will present to this “group within a group” of members from each division currently working in or want to actively pursue commercial flooring business. Sloane will share best practices and discuss a variety of topics affecting the commercial industry.
Education Day. On Wednesday, August 10, CCA Global University presents 12 unique education sessions, ranging from tracks on business leadership, SEO best practices, surface inspections and more. Education Day content is curated with feedback gathered from members at previous conventions.
Exhibit Hall. The exhibit hall space reflects “The Future of Next” theme with a sprawling 150,000-square-feet of displays, proprietary products and merchandising exclusively for CCA members from more than 100 CCA Global-approved vendor partners.
Other highlights include one-on-one member meetings, the latest products in the exhibition hall, marketing sessions, merchandising deep dives and more.
Media Contacts: Terri Daniels, CCA Global Partners 603-626-2111 or tdaniels@ccaglobal.com Liz Morgan, Liz Morgan PR 904-608-3823 or liz@lizmorganpr.com
Innovative web-based knowledge hub for ECE professionals provides thousands of practical resources helping ECE providers save time, money and advance quality.
Manchester, NH – CCA For Social Good, an operating division of CCA Global Partners, and The Children’s Cabinet announce the launch of the virtual Nevada Strong Start Child Care Services Center (NevadaCCSC.org), an online platform focused on innovative solutions supporting early childhood educators. This investment will provide a wealth of solutions that will increase high-quality business practices, reduce costs to address financial challenges, and provide services to strengthen the recruitment and retention needs of the industry.
Sponsored by The Children’s Cabinet with funding from the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services, the virtual CCSC is available to all Nevada child care providers. This online platform will provide access to over 2,600 innovative and practical tools, handbooks, policies, and guidance on essential topics such as financial management, human resource supports, emergency preparedness, marketing, nutrition, health and safety, and more. Users will also have access to post open positions for their businesses on a statewide job board and popular sites such as Indeed and Google Jobs.
“Here at The Children’s Cabinet, we recognize the importance of the early childhood education field and how it impacts our communities, families, and economy statewide. Partnering with CCA for Social Good and providing child care programs throughout the state of Nevada, these unique and wonderful tools will prove to be worth the resources it took to get here,” said Kim Young, Children’s Cabinet Chief Executive Officer. “We’re proud to have Nevada’s child care network be a part of this mission to help improve the lives of not only the families they serve but themselves as educators and leaders.”
“We’re thrilled to welcome Nevada to our growing network of 34 states sponsoring a customized shared resources knowledge hub. More importantly, we are honored to be part of Nevada’s statewide strategy to strengthen the business of child care. As a result of our collaboration, the Nevada child care community has immediate access to an abundance of editable documents and resources to help with everyday administrative and operational needs related to operating a high quality child care business,” said Denise Sayer, Vice President of CCA for Social Good. “As we continue to work closely with The Children’s Cabinet, we understand the importance of a stable, strong child care community and its direct impact on economic stability within communities. That is why our priorities will continue to support operational practices that strengthen fiscal sustainability, staff recruitment, retention, and wellbeing and other administrative practices. I am excited about our work supporting The Children’s Cabinet and look forward to the success of NevadaCCSC.org in supporting child care directors, teaching staff, technical assistance specialists, and others working to stabilize the business of high quality child care.”
The site can be accessed by visiting www.NevadaCCSC.org. Interested parties in Nevada can fill out a New Member Request form by clicking on “Interested in Learning More?” upon visiting the site. Eligibility will be determined by The Children’s Cabinet after completion of the pilot program.
For more information about CCA For Social Good and ECE Shared Resources, please contact Denise Sayer at 603-626-2121.
For more information about The Children’s Cabinet, please contact Mary Buchmann (775) 240-1484.
About CCA For Social Good CCA For Social Good is an operating division of CCA Global Partners, a privately held cooperative that has supported small businesses for over 30 years. CCA For Social Good provides web-based platforms that help thousands of nonprofit organizations and early childhood education (ECE) centers manage the administrative aspect of their organizations. The platforms (integrated password-protected websites) deliver a set of powerful tools and shared resources resulting in more efficient and successful operations. CCA For Social Good puts time and money back in the hands of directors and managers of ECE programs, allowing them to focus where it matters most: on the children in their care. To view a sample platform, please visit www.ecesharedresources.com.
About The Children’s Cabinet Established in Reno in 1985, The Children’s Cabinet exists to keep children safe and families together by offering services and resources that address unmet needs. The organization represents a unique and effective collaboration between the private sector and public agencies in Nevada. The Children’s Cabinet helps more than 11,000 families annually with a wide range of services: basic needs, child care resources, education, and work experience programs, crisis intervention, and family counseling. As a non-profit agency, The Children’s Cabinet relies on community support to provide programs and services at no charge to children and their families.
Manchester, NH – Fueled by the pandemic’s home improvement boom, the flooring industry is experiencing a surge in popularity as consumers spending more time at home embarked on renovations and upgrades. As we head into a new year, Flooring America/Flooring Canada just released its 2022 Style Watch –a trend prediction of the 10 most distinctive flooring styles to watch this year.
2022 Flooring Style Watch:
1. Hints of Blue. When it comes to infusing color into flooring, blue is fast becoming the new “neutral”. And with Pantone naming Very Peri, a periwinkle blue shade as 2022 Color of The Year, look for blue hues in interiors and flooring. Blue tends to be “trend proof” and stay en vogue. Blue shades can also maintain the neutral look of floors. Get The Look: Riverside Jungle by Tigressa Cherish in Lakeside
2. Luxurious Comfort. In chaotic times, people turn to comforts of the past and turn their homes into cozy retreats. A subset of the cottage core trend, luxurious comfort includes the return of wallpaper, vintage furniture, and soft, plush carpets. Consumers will continue to seek the comfort of a soft carpet underfoot by installing carpet in bedrooms, living rooms and family areas. Get The Look: Rival & Delightful by Revival by Resista in Succulent
3. Distressed Vintage. The Cottage Core trend goes hand-in-hand with another 2022 style to watch: Distressed Vintage. Think white-washed antique barn and hand-scraped European Oak finishes that create lived-in interiors and harken back to retro styles from black-and-white tile to traditional dark hardwood flooring. Get The Look: Gilmore White Oak by Floorcraft Heritage in Burly
4. Organically Natural. During the lockdown with so many having to put vacations on hold or work from home, many yearned to bring the outdoors inside and expand outdoor living spaces. This will continue into next year, with increased focus on nature-inspired textures and all natural materials. Bring this trend inside the home with wood, natural stone, or greenery. Get The Look: Revo Tile in Power Grey Matte
5. Multipurpose Workspaces. Speaking of work from home, it continues to drive the market as WFH paves the way for continued upgrades to the working spaces in the home so offices or co-workspaces feature floors that combine function and feel good underfoot. Get The Look: Moonlight by Tigressa Cherish in Reflection
6. Lighter and Brighter. Light floors will continue to be popular in 2022, making white oak and white ash appealing choices for many homeowners wishing to remodel their floors. Light colors open the home and act like mirrors by refracting light to make spaces with few windows and natural light feel larger and less confining. Get The Look: Downs H2O Timber in Gainsboro
7. Waterproof Flooring: For active families with kids and pets, the waterproof wave in flooring will continue well into 2022. These flooring products can withstand all kinds of unexpected accidents thanks to waterproof cores and revolutionary scratch-resistant technology. Get The Look: Lanes Prairie White Oak by Aquadura H2O in Banana Cream
8. Patterns on Patterns. Designers are predicting a pivot to patterns on carpets. Fun textures add dimension and patterns lend a distinct warmth to home design that can be subtle or bold. The maximalist trend will feature loud layered patterns and dramatic animal print area rugs. Get The Look: Define Yourself by Design Distinction in Sugar Sand
9. Unlimited Variation. Embracing the beauty in wood variances is predicted to be one of next year’s design trends. Following a season of monochrome palettes with whites, grays and beiges, design will turn toward variation and various colorations across floors making it more conducive to decorating the surrounding room with warm and cool tones. Get The Look: Downs H20 Plank in Bristlecone Pine
10. Charismatic Personality. While many new flooring styles include modern finishes, warm and natural-feeling floors are an everlasting style popular in homes year after year– and this year is no exception. There’s evidence that this trend is hot for 2022, with aesthetics that thrill both traditional and blended design types like modern farmhouse and shabby chic. Get The Look: East Bluff by Floorcraft in Wynford
For more information on trends, products, and where to shop please visit www.FlooringAmerica.com
St. Louis, MO – ProSource Wholesale has been recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, the world’s most comprehensive franchise ranking. The 43rd annual Franchise 500® is a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry and ranks ProSource Wholesale as #194 among all franchise systems for its outstanding performance in areas including unit growth, financial strength and stability, and brand power.
“Being recognized by Entrepreneur as #194 among the nation’s top franchise opportunities is a real honor,” said Andrew Shulklapper, President of ProSource Wholesale. “With the hard work and dedication of our franchise owners and their teams, ProSource’s 150 showrooms nationwide continue seeing sales and profitability increases through these trying times. We will continue providing our franchisees the strong support and resources they need to achieve greater success and profitability in each of their showrooms.”
“The past year has been one of the most challenging for businesses in recent memory, which made putting together our 43rd annual Franchise 500 list more enlightening than ever,” says Entrepreneur Editor in Chief Jason Feifer. “The companies named to this year’s list showed us how being resilient, supportive, and nimble can help navigate extraordinary challenges and also underscore the grit and innovation that define entrepreneurship.”
Celebrating over 30 years of experience catering to the unique needs of its members, ProSource understands how hard trade pros work each day to find projects, win bids, satisfy clients and end the day profitably. ProSource aims to be a business partner dedicated to helping their trade pro members achieve their professional goals. Whether it’s flooring, kitchen, bath or installation supplies, ProSource helps trade pros and their customers complete successful home improvement projects. ProSource showrooms sell exclusively through a qualified network of more than 400,000 trade professionals who have become members of their local ProSource showrooms since 1991. A consumer’s only access to the best wholesale home improvement values in the industry is through their builder, remodeler, interior designer, general contractor, real estate professional, installer, or other trade professional.
About ProSource Wholesale ProSource Wholesale is a wholly owned subsidiary of CCA Global Partners. Since 1991, ProSource has served the trade pro channel and their customers by providing flooring products, kitchen and bath cabinets, countertops, design services, plumbing fixtures, and material supplies throughout their 150 locations in North America. The company’s unique business model innovated 30 years ago continues to be recognized by franchisees as a catalyst for creating relationships and building success for not only the trade professional, but also the franchisee, and strengthening the local home improvement community.
The ProSource successful franchise model provides franchisees with many benefits: • No retail hours • No installation services • Limited inventory • No accounts receivable • Exceptional franchisee support • Extensive private brand program • Group purchasing as part of parent company, CCA Global Partners • Low wholesale prices offered everyday
Predicting The Top 10 Flooring Styles for Next Year
Manchester, NH – Even with so many changes over the last 18 months, some things never change like the ever-present urge to update your home design with the upcoming trends. With a new year on the horizon, it’s time to break out the metaphorical crystal ball and make predictions. The home improvement industry is booming and with consumers spending so much time at home (and revamping their homes), home improvement retailers are armed with an even keener sense of what’s to come based on buying patterns and lifestyle predictions.
Carpet One Floor & Home announces its 2022 Trending 10, a “floorcast” of the upcoming year’s top 10 most distinctive flooring trends.
1. Limitless Shades. For 2022, look for floors that find beauty in variation. Following a season of trending monochrome palettes such as whites and beiges, bringing a little variation into the mix elevates the design and makes it easier to decorate around it with warm hues and colors. Get the Look: JACKSON HILL PLANK BY INVINCIBLE H2O
2. Pet Friendly. Active households with children and pets appreciate the functions of a floor that can handle life’s toughest mishaps. Thanks to new technology, spills, scratches, and dents don’t stand a chance against this year’s flooring products that can take on all kinds of unexpected accidents. Even homes without pets and kids can benefit from the sheer durability of this top-trending flooring that’s not only made to last, but also made to impress with its beautiful visuals. Get the Look: SHELBY LANE WHITE OAK BY HYDROTEK H2O IN ANTIQUE
3. Lighter Than Light. Lighter floors will still be trending into 2022, making light hardwood such as white oak and white ash popular choices for many homeowners looking to redo their flooring. Aside from adding an airy, open vibe to your room, light colors can give your home the illusion of space. Much like mirrors, light surfaces refract light, which helps rooms that might have less windows and less natural light feel bigger and sunnier. Get the Look: CHARLESTON PLACE BY INVINCIBLE H2O IN WINDHAM
4. Worn Out Vintage. Vintage style has a certain timeless appeal, from the white-washed retro barn looks to distressed hand-scraped oak flooring products. This trend seeks to create interiors that feel lived-in, but also offers classically stylish looks and modern durability. Get the Look: PORTLAND VIEW OAK BY RUSTIC RIVER IN HIGH RIDGE
5. Au Natural. Whether it’s wood, limestone, or greenery, bringing the outside in will continue to bloom into 2022. Paired with other natural finishes or a variety of materials, these elements simply breathe life into a space –fresh indoor plants, cozy wool throws, and the healing properties of nature. Using natural materials such as wood, limestone, and slate in your flooring will ground your home design in organic authenticity. Get the Look: LIBERTY GROVE BY BEL TERRA IN WINTER WHITE
6. Shades of Blue. For those looking to bring a bit of color into the home, but aren’t sure which palette to pick from, just do blue. Expect to see blue used in flooring either as an unexpected pop of color or as neutral addition to a space. Get the Look: OAKMONT HILL BY TIGRESSA IN MARINA 7. Hybrid Workspaces. The new year will see more work-from-home time, so it’s important that your flooring has a positive impact on productivity. Upgrade home offices with floors that function well and feel good, and you will see a lift in not only your spirits, but your workflow. Get the Look: BEST OF SHOW BY TIGRESSA IN IVORY LACE
8. Cozy Comfort. Nostalgia is real, so the trend of returning to basics like warm cottagecore, wallpapered walls, and vintage furniture will take center stage. Consumers are craving the warmth of a soft carpet underfoot, and there’s nothing more satisfying than getting out of bed in the morning to sink your toes into a cozy carpet. Get the Look: ORCHARD STONES BY OATH BY RESISTA IN ALOE
9. Charm and Character. While many up-and-coming styles feature modern looks, the charm and character of a floor that feels warm and natural has a way of making its way back into homes —and next year is no different. With the popularity of styles like modern farmhouse and shabby chic, there’s evidence that this trend is hot for 2022. Get the Look: MONTEREY HEIGHTS BY RUSTIC RIVER IN NATURE TRAIL
10. Patterns Galore. Not to be confused with antique motifs and ‘80s flecked movie theater carpets, patterned carpeting is trending in 2022. Patterns can be an understated element used to elevate your design, especially since they give a space dimension and lend a special warmth to the room. Incorporate some patterns whether with subtle texture or a spicy animal-print area rug in the home office. Get the Look: SUMMIT POINT BY RELAX IT’S LEES IN ASH CREEK
MANCHESTER, NH – CCA Global University’s training programs and curriculum have been recognized for the second consecutive year as one of the top 100 nationwide with a 2021 Training APEX Award (formerly the Training Top 100) awarded by Training magazine.
Training magazine, the leading business publication for Learning and Development (L&D) professionals, ranked companies’ excellence in employer-sponsored training and development programs in 2021 to compile the list.
Since 2020, CCA Global University has expanded and created virtual training courses to provide sales professionals at all experience levels skills to understand the standards of performance, how to improve interactions with customers and build their book of business, boost key sales metrics such as close rate and average ticket, strengthen their brand knowledge and learn best practices on gaining integral referrals and reviews. They’ve also boosted financial acumen offerings for business leaders to help cope with ever-changing times.
“Our team has worked hard to create innovative and engaging onboarding and training programs via a virtual platform rather than in person,” said Nicole Harding, Vice President of CCA Global University. “I’m so proud of the courses we’ve created and the ways in which we’re still able to connect with our team members even when we’re not in the same room.”
Training magazine Editor-in-Chief Lorri Freifeld noted that with COVID-19 continuing to spark change in our professional (and personal) worlds, they made the decision to rebrand the Training Top 100 to the Training APEX Awards to reflect the winners’ journey to attain peak performance in employee training and development and organizational success.
She said: “We salute these best-in-class organizations for their laser-focused commitment to learning and development, their brilliance in continuing to successfully deliver training despite the ongoing pandemic, and their unwavering belief that Training Matters—and not only can it change the world but transform it.”
For more information on CCA Global Partners, please visit our About Us page.
