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Tile Power’s conference: the talk of the town With 20 members largely based in New South Wales, Tile Power is regarded as one of the prime groups in the state which regularly consumes the highest volumes of tile and stone. The decision to stage the company’s Annual Conference at Crown Casino in Melbourne reflects the board’s determination to emphasise that the benefits of being a part of a well-established buying group are just as applicable and viable in other states and territories.
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elegates arrived at the venue on Friday, 27 February, having been invited to a welcoming function at the 28 Sky Bar, which offers panoramic views of Melbourne from the 28th floor of the Crown Metropol. On Saturday, the delegates welcomed a number of guest speakers who addressed a variety of aspects related to new products, technologies and marketing strategies. In the evening, Tile Power presented its first formal awards to members in recognition of their outstanding performance. Highly valued suppliers were also rewarded. The emcee for the evening was the precocious Denise Drysdale.
Tile Power Sales & Product Manager, Adam Er said, “The event was a great success which will enhance relations with key suppliers.” Vince Stoneman, National Sales Manager of DTA Australia, summed up the feelings of many: “DTA Australia appreciated the time we had with the Tile Power team. A fantastic awards night and an opportunity to have a great time mixing with a really enthusiastic group of retailers that are passionate about their industry.” Rob Luc of Platinum Sponsor Parex Davco said, “The conference was a total success and shows that Tile Power have clear industry partners moving into the future.” Aldo Sustar the Ardex NSW State Manager observed, “The Tile Power conference was a great
opportunity to present elements of our 2015/16 strategic plan to the group collective. By all accounts the Tile Power directors and Ardex staff involved found the event extremely beneficial.” All of the awards were presented by Tile Power Chairman Gordon Redman. Tile Power extends its thanks to the following sponsors: Platinum Sponsor: Parex Group Gold Sponsors: Ardex Australia DTA Australia GNS Ceramics Kai Ming Kimgres Nekeema Grates Silver Sponsors: CDK Stone Del Conca DMT White Horse Ceramics Bronze Sponsors: Aqua Mix Australia Designer Stone Solutions Australia GND Creative Images of member and supplier awards night were captured by Bernie Phelan Photography.
Member Award
Member Award
Member Award
‘Most Improved Store’ and ‘best supporting staff awards
Most Improved Sales – Proudly Sponsored By DTA
Modern Tiles Erina
Vince Stoveman, DTA accepts on behalf of
Chairman & Treasurer’s – Member of the year award also awarded ‘Life membership’
Nelson Bay Tile House
Wayne Stiles – Tile Power Dubbo
Member Award
Member Award
Best Merchandising & Marketing – Proudly Sponsored by Kai Ming
Best Showroom / High Population – Proudly sponsored by Designer Stone Solutions Australia
KI Tiles Forster & Taree
Rivoland Tiles
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