Fabricator How-to

Best Business Practices for the Fabricator

Last month, UGM Surfaces hosted a Stone Summit at its facility in Omaha, NE. Organized by Stone World and the Natural Stone Institute, these town hall-style educational sessions are designed to bring fabricators of the region together to learn and share experiences. Tony Malisani, past president of the Natural Stone Institute and owner of Malisani Inc., a third-generation fabrication business in Great Falls, MT, led the discussion and shared tips and considerations for running a successful stone shop. Here are some best business practices Malisani presented.

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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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