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Cosentino Debuts Next Generation of C100 — C.Next Fabricators — Gathering Top North American Clients

Cosentino Group celebrated the 23rd edition of its annual C100 summit, now named C.Next Fabricators that reflects the evolution of the experience, taking it to the next level. Established as one of the most important events for the stone, decor, and remodelling sectors industry, C.Next Fabricators took place from January 23 through January 27 at the Grand Velas in Riviera Maya, Mexico. Under strict safety guidelines, the 23rd edition gathered more than 600 individuals representing nearly 200 North American manufacturing and processing companies and top industry organization principals.

Programming highlights included: discussions on product innovation and sustainability with key Cosentino executives; insights from keynote speaker David Thurston, Founder of Pulp Riot, on his entrepreneurial journey and road to success; guidance on growing business with outdoor design by Urban Bonfire. An engaging conversation on evolving the business model in response to a new consumer also took place between leaders from the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA), the National Kitchen and Bath Association, and the Natural Stone Institute (NSI).

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Above Image from Left to Right: AJ Paron, SANDOW; Bill Darcy, NBKA; John Croby, AIA; Jim Hieb, NSI; Steve Mast, ISFA

C.Next Fabricators conveys the company's vision to continue collaborating with industry leaders in building a prosperous, safe, sustainable industry for the future. In the area of innovation, in particular, the event showcased significant product portfolio expansions and upcoming product previews, which will be star exhibits at some of the next industry's biggest fairs, like KBIS taking place in Orlando, Florida, February 8-10, 2022, IDS Toronto, Ontario Apr 7-10 and IDS West, Vancouver, BC September 24-25th.

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Cosentino's beloved President & CEO, Francisco Martínez-Cosentino, kicked off the three-day conference with an inspiring speech highlighting the brand's commitment to innovation and industry transformation while commemorating clients and brand partners for their continued support.

"This is our most significant gathering in our 23 years of hosting this important event. Thank you for being here with an open mind to exchange experiences and learn from the strength of a great organization that advances year after year, the result of all your dedication and support." – President & CEO, Francisco Martínez-Cosentino. Likewise, Cosentino shared the tremendous results achieved in 2021, with record turnover and job creation figures, and reinforced "the company's commitment to flexibility, value, product diversification, and investment in increasing the production and logistic capacity of the group."

C.Next Designers

Up next in Cancun is Cosentino's C.Next Designers — a first-of-its-kind event bringing together the top and emerging design talent from across North America and top partners like James Martin Vanities, Arteriors, BauTeam, BeDesign, Benjamin Moore, Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens, Kohler, and Miele, Studio M Lighting, Perlick, and PITT Cooking. This four-day event will include all-star panels, insightful sessions with leading designers, and a sensory immersion experience designed to bring wellness, balance, and harmony. This event will also officially launch C-TOP Design, Cosentino's new loyalty program for interior designers and architects, supporting these professionals at all stages of their creative process with key resources - coming to Canada later this year.

Tags: CNEXT, CNEXT Fabricators, Cosentino, Cosentino Canada, Cosentino Showroom, Dekton, Silestone | 2 years ago | Written by: Cosentino

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