Jennifer Richinelli

Speculations and concerns about tariffs took center stage during the State of the Stone Industry address presented during Coverings 2025.

The Stone Industry Education event sponsored by Cosentino provided a learning experience for fabricators to network with their peers, learn from industry experts and watch product demonstrations.

A panel discussion during a recent Stone Industry Education event in Houston, TX, discussed practicalities of maintenance and restoration of natural stone surfaces. 

More than 20 years ago, Marcette Gordon began her journey into the stone industry -- and surrounding herself with passionate and supportive people has inspired and assisted her growth to where she is today.

For more than a decade, Tile of Spain USA has been taking a U.S. delegation of creative minds to Spain -- introducing them to tile products, trends and technology.

From Coverings to the National Tile Contractors Association, Elena Grant has been collaborating with tile industry members for many years to promote their skills and help them succeed. 

With a strong passion for writing and a drive to succeed, Kali Pharand has become an accomplished leader in the tile industry.

Tise show director Amie Gilmore shares how she got started in the sector, what she likes most about working in the stone industry and provides a glimpse into her personal life. 

From weddings and fashion design to stone fabrication, Corri Melling’s diverse background, enthusiasm to learn and desire to be a part of a community has helped propel her to the successful woman she is today.

Sarah Gregg talks about how she got her start in the stone industry and reasons why she loves doing what she does.