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What are the latest innovations and news in the stone fabrication industry? Tune in, and find out! In our podcasts, we discuss stone fabrication issues and solutions with fabricators and stone industry professionals from around the country. |

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    Tariffs and Quartz with Marty Davis

    Marty Davis, the CEO of Cambria, discusses the tariffs with Stone World.

  2. 296

    The Poseidon Experience

    Joe Alva, CEO of Poseidon Industries, explains how the Poseidon Experience first came about and how it has grown. He also provides insight into what attendees can expect at the 2026 event, scheduled for May 26 to 28, 2026 at the Sunseeker Resort Florida Gulf Coast, Curio Collection by Hilton. Sponsored By:

  3. 295

    Latin American Fabricator's Network Networking

    What to expect from the Latin American Fabricator's Network and what they are doing to help the industry.

  4. 294

    Stone Industry Education Seminars Moving Forward

    Jennifer Richinelli, Aaron Dahnke and Mark Meriaux discuss the previous SIE event and the future ones.

  5. 293

    Growing Up in a Stone Fabrication Shop

    What’s it like to grow up in a family business — and then choose to follow in your parents’ footsteps? Two young adults reflect on how early exposure to their families’ fabrication businesses shaped their career paths. Moreover, their fathers, Ron Hannah and Buddy Ontra, share insights on building successful companies, the expectations they held for their children — Stephanie and Joey — and the advice they offer to their children as they set out on their own path in the evolving stone industry.

  6. 292

    The History of Poseidon Industries

    Joe Alva, the founder of Poseidon Industries, explains how the company got started and grew.

  7. 291

    The History and Future of Bedrock Granite

    Tanya Liesener discusses her time with Bedrock Granite and how they grew and plan to continue to.

  8. 290

    Save Quartz Jobs Initiative

    Stone World sits down with the Save Quartz Job coalition to discuss the upcoming hearing.

  9. 289

    What's Coming Up in April

    In their monthly chat, Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery talk about the upcoming Coverings Show, the value of the Stone Industry Education events, Jason's excitement to join the SFA in Italy this May, and much more!Sponsored By:

  10. 288

    A Designer's Perspective of KBIS 2026

    Sheryl Steinberg discusses what she saw of stone and tile at KBIS 2026.Sponsored By:

  11. 287

    Tanya Liesener discusses her experience in the Stone Industry

    Tanya Liesener, the Vice President of Bedrock Granite, discusses her journey in the industry.Sponsored By:

  12. 286

    How Thryve AI is Helping Fabricators

    Rich Katzmann, CCO of Thryve describes how AI is going to help fabricators in their business. Sponsored By:

  13. 285

    Rich Katzmann Discusses What He Saw at TISE

    Rich Katzmann discusses innovation and what new and interesting products he saw at TISE this year in Las Vegas.Sponsored By:

  14. 284

    What to expect from Stone World

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery discuss what you can expect from Stone World this month.

  15. 283

    What to expect at Coverings 2026

    Jamie Rich discusses what fabricators can expect to see at Coverings 2026 plus how they can get in for free.

  16. 282

    Overview of TISE 2026

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery discuss what they saw at TISE 2026 in Las Vegas.

  17. 281

    What to Expect from ISFA in 2026

    Laurie Weber of ISFA discusses what fabricators can expect from ISFA this year.

  18. 280

    Tony Malisani Kicks Off The Stone Industry Education Series

    Tony Malisani discusses what fabricators can expect at the first Stone Industry Education Series.

  19. 279

    What to know about the Silica Lawsuits

    Michael McCall of Walsworth LLP, a law firm with four California locations, discusses what fabricators should know about regulation with silica.

  20. 278

    What To Know About SESA’s New Tradeshow, Surfex

    Mike Schlough and Jon Lancto discuss the new SESA tradeshow.

  21. 277

    AI Technology and CMS

    Alex Bores of CMS discusses how they are using AI to help fabricators with their machines.

  22. 276

    A Year In Review for The Natural Stone Institute

    Evan Cohen, the NSI Board President, discusses what they did in 2025 and what to look forward to in 2026

  23. 275

    Recapping 2025 at Stone World

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery talk about Stone World and what we saw in the year 2025.

  24. 274

    The Importance of Stone Care

    Emily Dodds explains why fabricators should teach their end users how to take care of stone and tips for maintenance as well.Learn more about her approach: Immaculate Collective | Luxury Household Management 

  25. 273

    What We Saw at TSP

    Editorial Director Jennifer Richinelli discusses what took place at this year's Tile Solutions Plus

  26. 272

    LX Hausys

    LX Hausys sits down with Stone World to discuss their new products and what's coming out in the future.

  27. 271

    Fabricator of the Year Nominee: Tim Farr

    Tim Farr of Stoneworks of Augusta in Augusta, GA, is celebrating 25 years in the stone business in 2026. He is a hard worker, great entrepreneur and family man. Tim is running his business with integrity and a very high level of professionalism. His team recognizes him as great leader and mentor.

  28. 270

    What to expect from TISE 2026

    Show Director Amie Gilmore discusses what people can expect from TISE 2026.

  29. 269

    Fabricator of the Year Nominee: Alan Jorgensen

    It is with great enthusiasm that we nominate Alan Jorgensen, CEO, Bedrock Quartz for the 2025 Stone World Fabricator of the Year award. Alan exemplifies the kind of leadership and industry-advancement that this award seeks to recognize. 

  30. 268

    Fabricator of the Year Nominee: Hershel Margaretten

    It is with great enthusiasm that I nominate Hershey from Imperial Marble & Granite for Stone World Fabricator of the Year. Hershey exemplifies the highest standards of craftsmanship, leadership and integrity in the stone fabrication industry. His commitment to quality, innovation and customer satisfaction has earned Imperial Marble & Granite a reputation as one of the most respected fabricators in the region.

  31. 267

    What's Coming Up in November

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery discuss what you can expect from Stone World in November.

  32. 266

    StoneBiz at the Beach

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery discuss StoneBiz at the Beach, hosted by The Stone Fabricator's Alliance.

  33. 265

    What To Know About Baca Bash 2025

    Chuck Russo of Baca explains what fabricators can expect at Baca Bash 2025

  34. 264

    What We Saw at Marmomac

    Editorial Director Jennifer Richinelli discusses the sights and sounds of Marmomac 2025.

  35. 263

    What's Coming Up in October

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery discuss what you can expect from Stone World in October.

  36. 262

    Fabio Cruz Discusses Tariffs and How They Affect Brazil

    Fabio Cruz of Centrorochas describes the tariffs being placed on Brazil and how they affect the fabricator.

  37. 261

    Tariffs and Design

    Sheryl Steinberg, designer and business owner, discusses how the tariffs have affected her business and how she works with fabricators during this time.

  38. 260

    Analyzing Shop Performance

    Eric Tryon discusses the session he will lead in Nashville, TN, to help fabricators improve their business.

  39. 259

    September Update

    Editorial Director Jennifer Richinelli and Managing Editor Jason Kamery discuss what to expect from Stone world in September. 

  40. 258

    What the Natural Stone Institute Says About the Tariffs

    Evan Cohen, president of the Natural Stone Institute, discusses the recent tariffs and how they are affecting the industry.

  41. 257

    TISE Start Up Station

    Tiffany Davis of TISE discusses the Start Up Station and how to join.

  42. 256

    Get the Scoop on the SFA Italy Tour 2025

    From the visit to the historic Henraux quarry to viewing the technology used to build state-of-the-art fabrication machinery to learning how quartz and porcelain slabs are made – the Stone Fabricator’s Alliance’s (SFA) annual Italy Tour is repeatedly called a “trip of a lifetime” for many of the fortunate participants who have been a part of it. Several of the fabricators who joined the 2025 Tour this spring share insight into the trip. Participants included: Jimmy Casillo, Elegant Stone Works, Brooklyn, NYStephanie Hannah, Cadenza Granite & Marble, Charlotte, NCWes Hull, ABC Stone, LLC, Hamilton, MTTrey Monday, BBG Granite, Williamsburg, VAJoey Ontra, Connecticut Stone, Milford, CT

  43. 255

    What's Coming Up in August

    Editorial Director Jennifer Richinelli and Managing Editor Jason Kamery discuss what to expect from Stone World in August

  44. 254

    What is Sinkits

    Dara Pinkus of Sinkits discusses how their product helps fabricators.

  45. 253

    What's Coming Up

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery discuss all the things coming up in Stone World

  46. 252

    StoneBiz On The Beach

    Eric Rolseth of the Stone Fabricator's Alliance discusses the upcoming event, StoneBiz On The Beach.

  47. 251

    Stone Technology with Stone App

    Mickey Gault from Stone App discusses technology in the shop.

  48. 250

    What's Coming Up

    Jennifer Richinelli and Jason Kamery, what is coming up for Stone World

  49. 249

    Marketing Your Business with Glenn Kross

    Glenn Kross of Coastal Stone Group discusses how businesses can improve their marketing

  50. 248

    Getting Involved In The Industry

    Tony Malisani discusses how the next generation of stone workers can get involved in the industry.

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What are the latest innovations and news in the stone fabrication industry? Tune in, and find out! In our podcasts, we discuss stone fabrication issues and solutions with fabricators and stone industry professionals from around the country. |

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