The Coverings Rock Stars – an Emerging Leaders Program – honors the best and brightest young talent in the tile and stone industry. Since its inception, the program has recognized dozens of young leaders who have connected at Coverings through mentorship and networking opportunities. The program, which celebrated 10 years in 2024, underscores Coverings mission to support the growth and success of the industry by recognizing top-notch talent and fostering networking and educational opportunities.
2025 Rock Stars are listed below!
Join us in Celebrating Excellence at the Rock Stars & Coverings Champions Awards Ceremony
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
4:00 – 5:00 PM | Location: Booth 4300, Coverings Lounge
Join us for a special celebration honoring excellence across generations in the tile and stone industry. This ceremony brings together two distinguished recognition programs:
The 11th Class of Coverings Rock Stars will be celebrated for their outstanding achievements as emerging leaders making a significant impact in the tile and stone industry. The Rock Star Awards honor their innovation, leadership, and dedication, showcasing the bright future of our field.
Alongside them, we’ll recognize the inaugural class of Coverings Champions. These visionaries have dedicated countless hours to advancing the show and industry through education, panels, projects, and advocacy. This recognition honors their passion, innovation, and commitment to Coverings. Join us as we celebrate both our rising stars and established industry leaders who together represent the present and future of excellence in our industry.
(Open to all)
The Coverings Emerging Leaders Program aims to unite and empower young professionals by expanding their networks and fostering a strong sense of community within the tile and stone industry. Through meaningful events at Coverings, the program helps build lasting connections and ensures a welcoming and engaging experience.
The Coverings Emerging Leaders Program is for all young professionals (ages 35 and younger) attending Coverings, including distributors, retailers, contractors, installers, specifiers, fabricators, manufacturers, and more.
Tuesday, April 29
1:00 PM: Welcome & Snacks
1:30 – 2:00 PM: Welcome and Ice Breakers
2:00 – 2:45 PM: Presentation: Maximizing Your Coverings Experience: Strategies for Emerging Leaders
2:45 – 3:00 PM: Break
3:00 – 4:00 PM: Tile Trends Show Floor Tour
4:00 – 5:00 PM: Rock Stars & Coverings Champions Awards Ceremony
Discover the rising stars honored at the 2025 Rock Stars & Coverings Champions Awards Ceremony, recognizing outstanding talent and innovation in the tile and stone industry.
Lead Installer,
Guy's Tile and Flooring, LLC
Akron, Ohio
Owner/Operator
Argo Tile and Stone
San Francisco, California
CEO and Installer
Bathmatic Custom Tile and Shower
Gastonia, North Carolina
Boutique Vendor and Merchandising Manager
Louisville Tile Distributors
Louisville, Kentucky
Senior Interior Designer
Manning, APC
Atlanta, Georgia
Director of Operations
Tile Envy (A Kitchen Envy Company)
Jacksonville, Florida
Branch Manager
Best Tile
Woodstock, Connecticut
Interior Designer
37th Burleigh Interior Design
Atlanta, Georgia
Midwest Area Manager
Caesar Ceramics USA
Chicago, Illinois
President
McDermott Top Shop, LLC
Jefferson, Wisconsin
Managing Partner
Pacific Stone Creations
Menifee, California
Owner
Milia Marketing
Cleveland, Ohio
Marketing and PR Manager
Tile Council of North America
Detroit, Michigan
Tile Installer
Columbia River Tile & Stone Inc.
Portland, Oregon
Production Manager/Vice President Ontra Stone Fairfield, Connecticut
Technical Sales Manager
Centura Tile - Hamilton
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Take a glimpse at the memorable moments from the 2024 Rock Star Awards Ceremony.
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 18 3:30-4 PM
Presenter: Wally Adamchik, CSP, CMC – President, Firestarter Speaking and Consulting
Location: The Coverings Lounge (Booth 4209)
Rock star today, legend tomorrow? Join Wally Adamchik, Founder of FireStarter Speaking and Consulting, as he presents his take on how you go from today’s Rock Star to tomorrow’s Hall of Famer. Gain insight into how to develop your leadership skills and navigate the next steps in your professional journey.
