The construction industry added 28,000 jobs on net in December, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 231,000 jobs or 3.1%.

Women in Stone (WIS) will hold an informational webinar on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. (EST) about its Mentorship Program. 

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), owned by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA), continues its partnership with DJ Carey, editorial director of C&G Media Group and CTC&G magazine. Serving one of the wealthiest markets in the US, CTC&G serves the designers, architects, custom home builders and high net-worth consumers featuring original articles focusing on spectacular homes, gardens, architecture, art and local real estate.

Women in Stone (WIS) will once again hold its Amazing Race during StonExpo at TISE, which will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV from January 31 to February 2, 2023. 

The launch of Epiroc DTH drill bits signals a new era for Down-The-Hole drilling.

Best Cheer Stone, Inc. has sponsored the 2023 Natural Stone Institute Stone of the Year. Namib Bianco marble will be featured on 2023 member certificates, membership code of ethics and association marketing materials throughout the year.

Manu Shah will retire with the title CEO emeritus and will serve to advise and coach leaders at MSI, including his two sons Raj and Rup Shah, who have been promoted to co-CEO. 

The public spaces of the Omni Austin Hotel Downtown recently received a makeover – creating a fresh and welcoming atmosphere for its guests.

Jeff Erickson of Cutting Edge Countertops will join the Natural Stone Institute’s executive committee as board secretary. 

The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) welcomes three new members to its board of directors in 2023.