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NWFA Real Answers

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by National Wood Flooring Association

4.8(16 reviews)
121 episodes
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Podcast Overview

<p>The NWFA's "Real Answers" podcast series features NWFA President &amp; CEO, Stephanie Owen and Chris Zizza, founder of C&amp;R Flooring, Inc., and past Chairman of the Board of the NWFA.&nbsp;</p>

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12/23/2019

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Episode thumbnail for Oliver Barajas on Finding Your Niche, Growing the Industry

May 18, 2026

Oliver Barajas on Finding Your Niche, Growing the Industry

Oliver Barajas of Bridgebay Flooring joins the podcast to share his journey in the hardwood flooring industry and what drew him to the NWFA. Oliver opens up about his experience as a member of the NWFA Emerging Leaders Council, the value of finding a niche that fits your strengths, and the lessons he's picked up along the way. As one of the council's most active voices, Oliver has played a key role in recruiting new NWFA members and expanding the Emerging Leaders' reach across the industry. W...

Episode thumbnail for How the Hardwood Federation Protects the Wood Flooring Industry

May 11, 2026

How the Hardwood Federation Protects the Wood Flooring Industry

Recorded at the recent 2026 NWFA Expo, Dana Cole from the Hardwood Federation and Jesse Joyce from Middle Tennessee Lumber join the NWFA Real Answers Podcast to discuss the Hardwood Federation's impact and updates on pending legislation that supports our industry.

Episode thumbnail for Breaking Through: Making Your Wood Flooring Business More Profitable

February 13, 2026

Breaking Through: Making Your Wood Flooring Business More Profitable

NWFA President &amp; CEO Stephanie Owen and Chris Zizza talk with Katie Magoon of People Solutions Center about the common roadblocks that keep wood flooring businesses from reaching their full potential. Learn practical processes to implement, how AI can streamline your operations, the importance of role clarity, building trust with your team, and the key differences between coaching and managing. Packed with actionable insights to boost profitability.

121 total episodes available

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What is NWFA Real Answers?
<p>The NWFA's "Real Answers" podcast series features NWFA President &amp; CEO, Stephanie Owen and Chris Zizza, founder of C&amp;R Flooring, Inc., and past Chairman of the Board of the NWFA.&nbsp;</p>
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This podcast updates bi-weekly.

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