This year’s Flooring Sustainability Summit, set for July 16-17 in Washington, D.C., will offer “discussions and workshops on the evolving sustainability landscape, flooring circularity, supply chain collaboration and more,” according to organizers. The program will also incorporate a Sustainability 101 workshop designed to prepare attendees the in-depth discussions to follow.
Keynote speakers will include:
- Corey Clayborne, senior vp, Knowledge and Practice
- Eric Corey Freed, principal and director of sustainability, Cannon Design
- Elizabeth Von Lehe, chair-elect, American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)
- Peter Templeton, president and CEO, U.S. Green Building Council
The program is also set to feature numerous panel sessions and discussions:
Architectural Panel
This panel will explore the evolving role of architects and designers in driving sustainability through material choices, balancing performance, cost and environmental impact amid shifting regulations and market demands.
Speakers:
- Scott Conwell, director of industry development, International Masonry Institute (moderator)
- Anica Landreneau, global director of sustainable design, HOK
- Ashley Savage, interior designer, SmithGroup
- Paul McKeever, principal, TVS Architecture and Design
- Joshua Rubin, technical design director, Perkins&Will
- Katie Mesia, director of sustainability, Gensler
Sustainability Landscape: 2025 and Beyond
This panel will examine the key policy drivers and market forces shaping the future of sustainability across global, federal, state and local levels, as well as within the private sector. Panelists will dive into the latest green and healthy building standards, rating systems, codes and procurement strategies that are shaping responsible flooring industry business practices.
Speakers:
- William Paddock, CEO, WAP Sustainability (moderator)
- Jenna Hamilton, vp of national affairs, Green Building Initiative
- Andy Kireta, president, ASTM International
- Melanie De Cola, director, climate action pledge programs, American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- Melissa Baker, senior vp, U.S. Green Building Council
Flooring Circularity
This panel will explore how circularity is reshaping sustainability efforts in the flooring industry, with a focus on embodied carbon, durability, recyclability and reuse within existing frameworks. Panelists will discuss the risks and rewards of adopting circular strategies across the supply chain.
Speakers:
- Mike Johnson, senior director of materials, International Living Future Institute (moderator)
- Nelson Russom, waste and circularity program manager, Turner Construction
- Jonathan North, senior director of sustainability, Mohawk Industries
- Alan Solomon, managing partner, Sawkill Lumber
- Jim Whitfield, director of technical services, MAPEI
Supply Chain Collaboration
This panel will explore how manufacturers’ sustainability efforts are translated throughout the supply chain, from production through procurement to end-use. Panelists will highlight the importance of collaboration, education and clear communication among stakeholders.
Speakers:
- Bill Griese, deputy executive director, Tile Council of North America (moderator)
- Scott Humphrey, CEO, World Floor Covering Institute
- Jack Cove, head of go-to market, Pathways Ai
- William Paddock, CEO, WAP Sustainability
- Elsa Mullin, sustainability director, Skanska US Building Inc.
- Brian Green, president, North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) board of directors
Additional event program details and registration information can be found at https://flooringsummit.com.
