The Huddle - Episode 139 - Breaking Barriers: Supporting Women and Minorities in Flooring

The flooring industry is evolving, and creating more opportunities for women and minorities is essential for its future success. In this episode of The Huddle, Paul, Daniel, and Jose discuss Breaking Barriers: Supporting Women and Minorities in Flooring—diving into the challenges, progress, and solutions for fostering a more inclusive industry. 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Breaking Stereotypes: Addressing the misconceptions and challenges faced by underrepresented groups in flooring. Opportunities for Growth: Exploring career paths, training programs, and mentorship initiatives that support diversity. Success Stories: Highlighting industry leaders and professionals who are paving the way for future generations. How You Can Help: Practical ways to support a more inclusive and thriving flooring industry. Why This Episode Matters: At The Huddle, we believe that a stronger, more diverse workforce benefits the entire industry. By supporting women and minorities in flooring, we help open doors, create opportunities, and build a trade that’s more accessible to all. Stay Connected & Join the Conversation! The Huddle Podcast is where the flooring industry comes together to connect, learn, and thrive! Recognized as the #1 podcast in the flooring community, we provide an unmatched platform for professionals to discuss everything from installation techniques to industry trends. At The Huddle, we’re all about driving Forward Progress—empowering seasoned installers, contractors, and flooring enthusiasts to grow, innovate, and lead in their craft. Whether you’re looking for real conversations, actionable insights, or inspiration to take your career to the next level, The Huddle is your home for real discussions that matter. Want to be a guest on The Huddle? Email [e-mail] We want to send a special shoutout to our sponsors! FloorCloudFloorCloud revolutionizes jobsite management with its cutting-edge platform, allowing contractors to remotely monitor ambient conditions like temperature and humidity in real-time. Paired with rugged sensors and instant mobile alerts, their technology ensures installations meet manufacturer specifications, reducing liability and enhancing quality control. Learn more at https://floorcloud.com Go CarreraCreate your FREE Installer profile at https://gocarrera.com and become part of the future of the industry TODAY!GET TRAINED! Find a list of training dates here: https://gocarrera.com/resources/training/ Preferred FlooringPreferred Flooring proudly introduces Stubbi Flooring Tools—designed by installers for installers. Stubbi tools are crafted for precision, durability, and ease of use, helping flooring professionals tackle any project with confidence. Explore the full Stubbi line at https://preferredflooringmi.com/stubbi Please visit our new website! https://thehuddle.team