MAPEI Corporation returns as headline sponsor for event, which brings together tile, stone, wood, and laminate industries
The Flooring Sustainability Summit will return to Washington, D.C., for its third year, July 14–16, 2026, at The Mayflower Hotel, bringing together leaders from across the flooring industry and built environment to advance dialogue around sustainability, material health, and the future of responsible design.
Co-hosted by the Carpet and Rug Institute, North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA), Natural Stone Institute (NSI), National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association (NTMA), National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI), and Tile Council of North America (TCNA), the summit continues to serve as a key forum for cross-sector collaboration and leadership.
“This year’s summit reflects the growing urgency for our industry to align around shared sustainability goals,” said Summit Chair Bill Griese, Deputy Executive Director of TCNA. “We’re especially excited to welcome two dynamic keynote speakers whose perspectives span both global sustainability strategy and the transformative power of design.”
Opening keynote—George Bandy
The summit will open with a keynote from George Bandy, Jr., a globally recognized sustainability leader with more than 25 years of experience guiding organizations on environmental performance, circular economy strategy, and socially responsible solutions that deliver shared value.
Currently serving as Chief Sustainability Officer at Andersen Corporation, Bandy has also held senior sustainability leadership roles at Amazon, Mohawk Industries, and Interface. He serves as Vice Chairman of the Board of Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) and has received numerous honors, including USGBC Leadership Awards and recognition as a Living Future Hero.
Closing keynote—Cheryl S. Durst
Closing the summit is Cheryl Durst, Executive Vice President and CEO of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), and one of the design industry’s most influential voices.
Durst is widely known for elevating the role of design as a driver of human experience, business value, and societal impact. She serves on the International WELL Building Institute Governance Council and is a Trustee of the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago. A trailblazer in the field, Durst was the first recipient of Interior Design magazine’s Hall of Fame Leadership Award and the first Black woman inducted into its Hall of Fame.
Together, Bandy and Durst will frame the summit’s conversations, offering attendees both a forward-looking lens and a call to action for the industry.
“The summit creates a space where meaningful conversations turn into measurable action. From transparency and lifecycle thinking to reducing environmental impact, collaboration across organizations is essential to driving real, lasting change.”
Brittany Storm, Sustainability Manager at MAPEI Corporation
Registration and participation
Registration is now open at flooringsummit.com, with early-rate pricing and sponsorship opportunities available. Participants can also sign up for the summit newsletter to receive the latest program updates, speaker announcements, and logistical details.
MAPEI Corporation, a global leader in the production of adhesives, sealants and chemical products for the construction industry, is returning as headline sponsor—its third consecutive year supporting the event.
“As we return for our third year as headline sponsor, our commitment remains clear: sustainability is not a moment, it’s a mindset,” said Luigi Di Geso, President and CEO of MAPEI North America. “This summit represents an important opportunity for our industry to align, share knowledge, and accelerate progress toward more responsible construction practices. We are proud to stand alongside our partners in shaping what comes next.”
MAPEI’s participation reflects its global sustainability strategy, built around its “Three Ps:” People, Planet, and Products, an approach that integrates environmental responsibility, social impact, and product innovation across all operations.
Logan Reavis, Vice President of Technical Services at MAPEI Corporation, emphasized the importance of technical leadership in sustainability efforts. “Sustainability is connected to performance. By working together to improve collaboration, create practical standards, share expertise, and develop innovative systems, we can help ensure that sustainable solutions also deliver the durability and reliability our industry demands.”
About the Flooring Sustainability Summit
The Flooring Sustainability Summit is the preeminent platform for sustainability leadership in the flooring industry. Co-hosting the event are the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI), National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), Natural Stone Institute (NSI), National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association (NTMA), North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA), Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI), and Tile Council of North America (TCNA).
About MAPEI
Founded in 1937 in Milan, MAPEI Corporation is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of chemical products for the building industry and has contributed to the construction of some of the most important architectural and infrastructure works worldwide. With 98 subsidiaries operating in 59 countries and 106 manufacturing plants in 42 nations, MAPEI Group employs about 13,200 staff worldwide. The foundations for the success of the company are specialization, internationalization, research & development, and sustainability. For more information about MAPEI Corporation’s sustainability efforts, visit https://www.mapei.com/us/en-us/about-us/sustainability/sustainability/sustainability.
