TCAA Tile Talk Monthly

September 2025

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Tile Solutions Plus 2025: Innovation and Collaboration in the Tile Industry

Tile Solutions Plus (TSP) 2025 will bring together hundreds of professionals from across the ceramic tile sector for three days of learning, networking, and inspiration. Scheduled for October 27–29 at the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona, the conference is organized in partnership by the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA), National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), Tile Council of North America (TCNA), and the Tile Contractors’ Association of America (TCAA). The event serves as a premier gathering for installers, distributors, manufacturers, contractors, and designers to connect around shared challenges and emerging opportunities in the industry.

Attendees can expect a dynamic mix of motivational keynote speakers, expert-led educational sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities designed to strengthen relationships and foster collaboration across all segments of the tile supply chain. With an anticipated 650 industry professionals in attendance, TSP 2025 offers a space to explore cutting-edge solutions, discuss market trends, and showcase innovations from exhibitors. The Arizona setting adds a vibrant backdrop, giving participants the chance to combine professional growth with a memorable experience. By uniting leaders and decision-makers, Tile Solutions Plus continues to build momentum as the must-attend event for anyone invested in the future of the tile industry.

IMI & TCAA Team Up for Modern Tile Finishes Seminar: Designing & Detailing for Project Success

The International Masonry Institute (IMI) and the Tile Contractors Association of America (TCAA) are partnering to host an educational seminar, Modern Tile Finishes: Designing & Detailing for Project Success, on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the Independence Visitor Center in Philadelphia, PA. This program, designed for architects, interior designers, and contractors, will review best practices for tile assemblies in commercial spaces, including design and installation options, industry standards, and real-world case studies. Attendees will also have the opportunity to earn two AIA LU/HSW continuing education credits. Highlights include Scott Conwell’s presentation on The Materiality of Tile and a panel discussion featuring project team members Britni Lettsome, Joe Battaglia and a representative from Mosaic and Tile who recently completed a tile retrofit of the Visitor Center itself.

Planning for this event has been a true collaboration between TCAA and IMI, with a focus on creating a meaningful regional program for members. With a capped attendance of 60 participants, the seminar promises to be an engaging and intimate opportunity for industry professionals to network, learn, and discuss innovative approaches to tile design and installation.

Event Details:

• 📅 Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025

• 📍 Location: Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA

Celebrating Craftsmanship:

Tile, Marble & Terrazzo in the Spotlight

On Thursday, October 16, the New York Hilton Midtown will host A Celebration of Tile, Marble & Terrazzo, a full-day event dedicated to showcasing the artistry, sustainability, and innovation driving the industry forward. Organized by the New York/New Jersey Ceramic Tile Promotion Fund, this gathering brings together architects, developers, contractors, and design enthusiasts to explore the latest trends while addressing critical business and workforce challenges. With sessions ranging from sustainable porcelain slab design to poured-in-place terrazzo specifications, attendees can immerse themselves in both timeless craftsmanship and cutting-edge building practices.

Beyond the technical sessions, the event fosters collaboration and dialogue. Networking begins with a breakfast buffet and continues through panel discussions on pressing issues like wage theft and insurance fraud, as well as opportunities in rainscreen assemblies and evolving building codes. A buffet lunch will bring participants together in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, while supplier exhibits and CEU-accredited sessions ensure that attendees leave not only inspired but also professionally enriched. Whether you’re an architect seeking CEUs, an owner exploring new market strategies, or simply a lover of stone and tile, this event promises a day of learning, connection, and celebration.