What's Underfoot: A Flooring Podcast

In this episode of What’s Underfoot , Tony Wright sits down with John Weller, Chief Innovation Officer at Cyncly Flooring, for a conversation on innovation, leadership, and the future of the floor covering industry. John shares how his career evolved from working inside the flooring business to helping shape the industry’s digital transformation. From the early days of dealer websites to the rise...

In this episode of What’s Underfoot, Tony Wright sits down with Brian Preuss, the newly named President of AHSG and Commercial USA and the next host of the podcast. Brian shares his journey through the flooring industry, from his early days in distribution and manufacturing to stepping into leadership with AHSG and Commercial USA. The conversation covers his leadership philosophy, the importance o...

Tony Wright, President of American Home Surfaces Group & Commercial USA, sits down with Drew Hash, President & CEO of Southwind Building Products, for a conversation about leadership, relationships, adaptability, and a career built in the floor covering industry. Drew shares how he first found his way into flooring, the mentors and experiences that shaped his leadership style, lessons lear...

In this episode of What’s Underfoot , we’re joined by Jennifer Farrell—award-winning interior designer, television host, and a leading voice in modern design. With more than two decades of experience across interior design, television, and product development, Jennifer shares a practical perspective on what drives long-term success—and how customer expectations around design have evolved. In this...

In this episode of What’s Underfoot , Dan Butterfield, Vice President of New Residential Multifamily at Daltile, shares insights from more than 30 years in the flooring industry. Dan discusses how success evolves over the course of a career, the importance of shifting from tactical execution to strategic thinking, and how leaders can better position their businesses for long-term growth. The conve...

What does it actually take to grow as a leader and build a stronger business? In this episode of What’s Underfoot , Tony Wright sits down with Jeremy Sax of the National Tile Contractors Association to explore the mindset, habits, and leadership principles that drive long-term success. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience across distribution, manufacturing, private equity, and association...

In this episode of What’s Underfoot , Tony Wright sits down with Maksim Nazarchuk, founder of Modern Estimates and the MEasure platform. Maksim shares his unconventional path into entrepreneurship, from studying in the medical field to building construction and installation businesses, and eventually launching a technology company serving the flooring industry. The conversation explores the lesson...

In this episode of What’s Underfoot , Tony Wright sits down with Kaye Whitener, Executive Director of the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF), to discuss the skilled labor shortage impacting the flooring industry. Kaye shares how FCEF is building career pathways, recruiting the next generation of installers, and elevating the perception of skilled trades. She also reflects on her personal j...

In this episode of What’s Underfoot , Tony Wright sits down with Scott Humphrey , CEO of the World Floor Covering Association , for a candid conversation about leadership, legacy, and where the flooring industry is headed. Scott shares the lessons that shaped him — from working in his father’s carpet mill to 25 years at Shaw Industries , and ultimately leading the WFCA. He reflects on a defining l...

Great leadership isn’t built overnight. It’s shaped by experience, perspective, and the lessons you learn along the way. In the inaugural episode of What’s Underfoot , host Tony Wright , President of American Home Surfaces Group & Commercial USA, sits down with Scott Maslowski , Executive Vice President of SSC Sales & Operations at Daltile , for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership...