Join us for "Knowing Your Stone Fabrication Business," a session designed to deepen your understanding of operational dynamics, market trends, and customer needs. Discover key metrics for success, explore competitive advantages, and learn how to align your business strategies for sustained growth. Empower yourself with the insights to thrive!
GK Naquin
Stone Interiors
Non-Natural Stone Institute member companies who join prior to the seminar can send two employees free of charge (a $198 value). For more information about membership, go to www.naturalstoneinstitute.org/whyjoin or call 440.250.9222 and ask for the NSI membership team.
Stone fabrication industry professionals, including business owners, marketing experts, and those eager to expand their businesses, connect with suppliers, and glean invaluable 'best practices' for successful operations.
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Separate registration required for CEU course
GK Naquin
Stone Interiors
Red or white, sweet or dry? The Wine & Stone presentation was developed as a unique way to show attendees what factors make stone hard or soft, veined or patterned, etc. For example, nutritionally restricted limestone soil gives more acidity to the wines grown there. Mineral composition also comes into play when talking about the characteristics of stone. Marbles are composed primarily of calcium carbonate which makes them less resistant to chemicals such as acids and bases. Find out more interesting facts that determine the characteristics of wine & stone!
GK Naquin
Partner
Stone Interiors North America
GK Naquin has over 35 years of experience in the natural stone industry. He and his partners own Stone Interiors North America, a large fabrication company with 4 locations in the Southeast (2 of which have received the coveted MIA “accreditation” credential). GK’s accomplishments include: 2004 Pinnacle award for special use of stone; 2005 Stone World Magazine "Fabricator of the Year" Award; and, serves as 2011 president of the MIA and Board of Directors.
G.K. often provides independent consulting services to fabrication facilities and travels the country providing educational seminars at various industry related events such as Stone Expo, Coverings, KBIS and others.
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