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FCICA Regional Meeting Suwanee, GA - Friday, February 6, 2026

FCICA is hosting a regional event offering education and networking for commercial flooring contractors in Suwanee, GA, hosted by Atlanta Flooring Design Centers.

Pre-registration is required. Registration is now open for this FREE event. 

Commercial flooring contractors are invited to meet in-person at Atlanta Flooring Design Centers' Suwanee head quarters on Friday, February 6, 2026 for a one-day event, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm ET.

The event will provide an opportunity for commercial flooring contractors to network, discuss industry topics, learn from one another and hear how they can leverage FCICA member benefits to advance training, certification and business development. 

Thank you to our event host and sponsor Atlanta Flooring Design Centers.

Location

Atlanta Flooring Design Centers - Suwanee

3665 Swiftwater Park Drive

Suwanee, GA

Regional Meeting Suwanee Event Schedule * Friday, February 6, 2026

8:15 - 8:45 AM - Lite Breakfast

8:45 - 9:00 AM - Welcome - FCICA and AFDC Introductions

9:00 - 10:00 AM - Education Session: Maintenance on Residential and Commercial Flooring

The AFDC Cleaning Division team will explain and demonstrate maintenance procedures for residential and commercial flooring. They’ll review different carpet cleaning methods, approved by the CRI, as well as cleaning methods for the following hard surfaces: wood, vinyl, VCT tile and natural stone flooring. The presentation will include preventative maintenance as well as restorative maintenance procedures on all surfaces.

Presented by Jeff Rous, Manager – Floor & Upholstery Cleaning Division and Lawrence Lee, Flooring Maintenance Technician, Atlanta Flooring Design Centers

10:00 - 10:15 AM - Networking Break

10:15 - 11:15 AM - Education Session: Choosing the Right Adhesive 

Choosing the right adhesive isn’t always simply based on the product category of the flooring. Many factors can dictate which adhesive to choose. We will cover moisture limits, rolling load resistance, environments and other details that are critical in making the correct choice.

Presented by Sonny Callaham, Technical Director, Divergent Adhesives

11:15 - 12:15 PM - Education Session: Strengths and Benefits - Stone Systems

In this session, surface prep and substrate issues and their impact on tile production and installation will be discussed. The session will be an open discussion format focused on support and sharing installation stories and solutions.

Presented by David Goddard, Technical Sales Representative, Uzin Utz

12:15 - 1:30 PM - Lunch / Networking Break

1:30 - 2:30 PM - Education Session: Grout Options and How to Choose the Correct One for Your Installation

The Custom Building Products team will discuss various grout types including premixed, cement-based and epoxy grouts – and how to determine which is the proper choice for your tile installation. Once the proper grout is determined, they’ll share tips to ensure a successful tile install.

Presented by Greg Figueroa Application Manager and David Stephens, Technical Service Manager, Custom Building Products

Recommended Hotel 

SpringHill Suites*

3250 Buford Drive

Buford, GA 

Special Rate: 

Book your group rate for FCICA- CIM Regional Meeting

Spring Hill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Buford/Mall of Georgia for 109.00/night

* Attendees are responsible for their lodging and travel. 

Registration - If you are a commercial flooring contractor and you would like to attend, registration is FREE and open to both members and nonmembers of FCICA. Please register by 5 pm, Wednesday, February 4.  

The Regional Meeting Suwanee is the 10th such meeting FCICA has held. Previous regional meetings were held in Atlanta, GA (August 2025); Florence, AL (December 2024); Carlstadt, NJ (April 2024); Stockton, CA (February 2024); Baltimore, MD (October 2023); Suwanee, GA (August 2023); Wayland, MI (November 2022); Baltimore, MD (May 2022); and Atlanta, GA (April 2021). The meetings are part of FCICA’s regional outreach efforts to engage current members and introduce the association to nonmembers.

Are you a Certified Installation Manager (CIM)? Earn continuing education credit (CEU) toward your CIM renewal requirements by attending FCICA events. Visit www.fcica.com/CIM for more information.