International Surface Fabricators Association Names 2014 Award Winners

Russ Berry, president of A.S.S.T, named ISFA 2014 Fabricator of the Year
Russ Berry, A.S.S.T, ISFA 2014 Fabricator of the Year

The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) announced the winners of its annual awards at the association’s recent annual meeting in Atlanta. The ISFA awards are chosen by association members, and given to those in the industry that stand out as the very best.

The Fabricator of the Year Award was given to A.S.S.T., Allegheny, Pa. Accepting the award was owner and president, Russ Berry. The Fabricator of the Year is awarded to an individual of a fabricator member company that in the past year has best exemplified the ISFA ideals of quality, innovation, character and exemplary service to ISFA and/or the decorative surfacing industry, with overall excellence. A.S.S.T. is recognized not only for the amazing fabrication work done by the company on a regular basis, but also for the tireless support the company has given to ISFA with many projects and events the association implemented.

Mike Nolan, former ISFA education director and board member
Mike Nolan – ISFA 2014 Hall of Fame Award Winner

The Hall of Fame Award was presented to Mike Nolan of Windbound Surfaces. The Hall of Fame Award is given to the individual, or individuals, who have in the course of their career made significant contributions to the decorative surfacing industry, and have demonstrated leadership and commitment to the ideals of ISFA. Accepting posthumously on behalf of Mike Nolan was Keith Haight. Mike was a former education director and past board member of ISFA, and his love of the industry was infectious. The mark he left on so many through the vital role he played in training and educating members will not soon be forgotten. The award was delivered to Mike’s widow Terry who remembered fondly his passion for craftsmanship and teaching others.

The Associate of the Year Award is given to an associate member company that in the past year has best exemplified the role of servicing the needs of fabricator member companies, and who has best supported ISFA in all activities. This year’s winner was Dixie Plywood and Lumber Company, Savannah, Ga. Accepting the award were Nelsy Leyba and Tom Heard. Dixie Plywood was recognized for its level of participation in ISFA events and activities and for its instrumental involvement in helping to design and implement one of the courses for ISFA’s Continuing Education Program.