We have had several members asking why they should purchase NTCA University. Here are a couple of testimonials on how others are finding it valuable. Both Mike, a business owner who has registered some of his employees on his site, and Dan – who is relatively new to the industry – are looking for educa- tion. Here’s what they have to say about NTCA University: Mike Degiusti, Terra-Mar, Inc., Oklahoma City, Okla., a NTCA Five Star Contractor “For those of you who are look- ing for more knowl- edge of the tile trade and business, I encourage you to look at the NTCA University. After months of procrasti- nating I finally start- ed the program…and was surprised at how much info there was. The program covers a lot of topics. I will say maybe every module is not for everyone but there are definitely some topics for everyone. “The beauty is one cost for as many employees as you have and you can do it as you have time. In fact while I was watching one of the modules yesterday two of my peo- ple came in saw what I was viewing and said they wanted to do it. “Just a side note for those that don’t know me, I am not saying you have to do it to be a good tile setter. I just think you should check it out. I have been in the tile business in every aspect for over 50 years and I learn all the time. It takes a lot to impress me and this program does. Thank you for reading this and I hope everyone has a great year.” Dan Heinlein, apprentice for Kerber Tile, Marble and Stone, a NTCA Five Star Contractor in Shakopee, Minn. Heinlein, who happens to be the son of Mark Heinlein, NTCA technical trainer and presenter, recently entered the tile industry after working in the culinary field. He’s been working as an appren- tice since December 2016. Heinlein explained, “I decided NTCA UNIVERSITY UPDATE –––––––––––––––––––– What can the NTCA University do for your business? By Becky Serbin, Training and Education coordinator DeGiusti 90 TileLetter | May 2017