Those familiar with Noble Company will recall the warm, friendly presence of Director of Marketing & International Sales, Richard Maurer, at many industry events. Indeed, this editor has had the pleasure of working with him over the years and always enjoyed his kind personality, gentle humor and gracious smile. After 24 years in this role, Richard Maurer transitioned to the role of Outside Consultant for the Noble Company this past July. Richard started out in the world as a graduate of UCLA with a B.S. degree in Finance, and has over 40 years of sales and mar- keting management experience between Noble Company and Dow Chemical Company. After his college graduation, Richard honorably served his country in Vietnam, earning a Purple Heart. “I have had a broad range of life experiences ranging from being an infantry Lieutenant in Vietnam to Regional Sales Manager at Dow Chemical Company,” Richard said. “However, I’ve worked lon- ger in the tile industry at Noble Company than anywhere, learned more, and enjoyed it more.” Richard has given presentations and authored articles on issues related to NobleSeal® sheet mem- branes, such as moisture problems and mold mitigation, sound insu- lation for ceramic and stone tile flooring, and protecting thin-set tile from cracking. Richard is known for his quick wit and willingness to talk to anybody to try to solve their issues. And it brought Richard much joy that his son, Michael – Richard Maurer transitions to Outside Consultant for Noble Company After 24 years as Director of Marketing & International Sales with The Noble Company, Richard Maurer moved to the position of Outside Consultant for the company in July. By Lesley Goddin 104 TileLetter | September 2018