Come to the CID Award Reception on Wednesday, April 10 from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. in room S222. Coverings Rock Stars Co-sponsored by the NTCA, The Coverings Rock Stars – an Emerging Leaders Program – honors the best and brightest young talent in the tile and stone industry. Since its conception, the program has rec- ognized dozens of young leaders who have connected at Coverings through mentorship and network- ing opportunities. The program underscores Coverings' mission to support the growth and success of the industry by recognizing top- notch talent and fostering network- ing and educational opportunities. Winners will be celebrated in an invitation-only gathering from 9:00 a.m. – 12 noon on Tuesday, April 9 in room S320A, followed by an invitation-only recognition lun- cheon from 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. NTCA Awards Night The pièce de résistance is the NTCA Annual Awards Recognition Reception on Thursday, April 11, from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. in room S320A immediately after the exhibit hall closes. The program includes a short cocktail and dining reception, followed by special awards the asso- ciation presents to industry leaders. Included in this year’s agenda will be the NTCA Tile Person of the Year Award, the announcement of the first annual Tile Setter Craftsperson of the Year Award, the Tom Ade Scholarship Awards, the NTCA Five- Star Contractor Program Projects of theYear, and the Joe A.Tarver Award for Service to the Tile Industry. The Tile Council of North America, a sponsor of the Awards Program, will also honor a deserving indi- vidual with a very special leader- ship award. Visit the TileLetter and National Tile Contractors Association Facebook pages to view live updates from the show. #NTCACoverings19 NTCA ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– The Coverings Rock Stars – an Emerging Leaders Program – honors the best and brightest young talent in the tile and stone industry. One of the highlights of the NTCA Awards nights is the Tom Ade Scholarship Awards, bestowing scholarships to deserving stu- dents. 44 TileLetter | 2019