NEW YORK, NY -- Every year during Coverings - the most important tile and stone exhibition in North America - Confindustria Ceramica (the Association of Italian Ceramics) unveils the recipient of the coveted North American Distributor Award - an annual award honoring an exemplary North American tile distributor. After careful deliberation, Thorntree was selected as this year’s recipient for its exceptional service and commitment to promoting Italian ceramics in the market. The award will be presented to the company during a special event taking place at the show in Atlanta, GA, on Tuesday, April 23rd.

Since 1991, the Italian ceramics industry has honored dozens of tile distributors with the North American Distributor Award in recognition of its valued contributions to the market. After reviewing submissions from a distinguished supervisory committee made up of Italian ceramic tile manufacturers, Confindustria Ceramica chose Thorntree as this year’s winner for its competence and skill as an importer and distributor of Italian ceramic tile as well as its reputation and superior service to its customers. The award will be presented to Thorntree President Stuart Rae during a ceremony in Ceramics of Italy’s booth (#3855) in Hall B on Tuesday, April 23rd from 5:30 to 7:00pm.