Women in the Industry Spotlight: Madison Gambrell, Tenax USA

Madison Gambrell began her career in the stone industry as a teenager. At a young age she has already gained valuable experience that will assist her in reaching her goals. Moreover, her willingness to learn and her zest for life makes her a great addition to the Tenax team. Recently, Gambrell shared her story with us.

SW: Tell us a little about yourself.

MG: My name is Madison Gambrell. I am 20 years old. I enjoy snowboarding in the winter and

wakeboarding boat days in the summer. I was born is Tennessee but have lived in Charlotte, NC

for the majority of my life.

SW: When did you start working for Tenax? Explain your role with the company.

MG: I started working for Tenax in December 2020. I started working as an associate at the front desk and decided I wanted to do something different inside the company, so I am currently

working in marketing and handling the social media. I also help organize trade shows.

SW: What do you like most about your job? Why?

BG: The thing I like the most about my job is the people I work with. The entire team is

amazing and is like a family. Everyone is always so willing to help each other even when

everyone is under so much stress. Plus, having my dad as my boss isn’t so bad.

SW: What would you say is one of the most memorable experiences that you have had working in the stone industry so far?

MG: The most memorable experiences I have had would be going to the trade shows with my

team. Even though the shows can be exhausting, we still make it fun. I loved meeting so

many different people from everywhere.

SW: What’s something people might not know about you?

MG: I love to scuba dive in the summer. I find it very relaxing and grounding. You can see the

most incredible and beautiful things underwater. I started when I was 11 and have loved it

ever since.

SW: When you are not working, how do you like to spend your free time?

MGJ: I love to spend my time watching a new show or trying a new place to eat in Charlotte. I

love to travel the world, see new places and be very adventurous.

SW: Is there anything else you’d like to share?

MG: I have really enjoyed working for Tenax, and I learn new things everyday about the company.

As Group Editorial Director of Stone World, Contemporary Stone & Tile Design and TILE, Jennifer Richinelli has been covering the stone and tile industries since she launched her career at BNP Media in 1996. Throughout her tenure, she has visited and reported on numerous national and international quarries, stone fabrication shops, trade shows and other industry events. She has also collaborated with members of the A&D community, including many renowned architects, on articles about designing with stone and tile.

Contact Jennifer at richinellij@bnpmedia.com or (201) 245-5204.

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