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Construction Resources Acquired by Mill Point Capitol
ISFA to Host Industry Roundtable Event in Knoxville, TN
The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA) will host its fifth Industry Roundtable Event of the year from September 27 through September 29 in Knoxville, Tenn. The event is part of a series that aims to support fabricators in their work with robust business development dis- cussions, key marketplace insights and tours of state- of-the-art facilities.
The agenda includes roundtable discussions — hosted at BB Industries’ headquarters — that will focus on sales and mar- keting strategies with an emphasis on planning for growth. Topics include best practices within the sales process, coaching and con- necting with sales teams, and showroom design.
Attendees will also bene- fit from an in-depth tour of Crossville, America’s lead- ing manufacturer of por- celain tile. Known for its creative and sustainable design solutions, Crossville will open its doors for a behind-the-scenes look
at its tile production pro- cess. Furthering what has become one of the fast- est-growing material cate- gories in terms of demand, expert panelists will lead a discussion on how porce- lain can support business growth and new opportuni- ties for fabricators.
Networking functions and leisure time, includ- ing the chance to try some of Tennessee’s best barbe- cue, are built into the sched- ule for this event, which is sponsored by BB Industries and Crossville, Inc. .
This Industry Roundtable is open to all fabricators, including nonmembers, and registration costs just $199. Registration for Associate Members is $399.
“ISFA is proud to pres- ent this fantastic opportu- nity for fabricators to learn more about porcelain mate- rials,” said Nancy Busch, executive director of ISFA. “The moderated discus- sions and presentations are curated to help fabrica- tors and other industry pro- fessionals strengthen their businesses.ISFA’smission
is to further the decorative surface industry by provid- ing meaningful resources, training opportunities and events like this one, which helps fabricators con- nect and learn from one another.”
Space is limited, so those interested in attending are encouraged to reserve their spot as soon as possible by visiting www.ISFAnow. org/industry-roundtable.
ISFA’s final in-person event of 2022 will be its Annual Conference, hap- pening October 17-19 in Clearwater, Florida. Themed “Waves of Innovation,” this year’s conference will foster a growth mindset by edu- cating attendees about business development opportunities that use inno- vative products, software, technology and other cut- ting-edge solutions. The event encompasses three days of informative ses- sions and workshops, and more at the stunning Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort. Learn more at www.ISFAnow.org.
Construction Re- sources, LLC, (CR) a 52-year-old
Atlanta-based company, has recently been acquired by investment group, Mill Point Capital. (Construction Resources formerly included the division known as Atlanta Kitchen). The goal is to support the strategic growth plans of the busi- ness including geograph- ical expansion via green fielding and acquisition in its core product categories.
Over the past decade, CR has expanded its ser- vice area, product cate- gories, and offerings to better serve its customers, and with the Mill Point partnership, will con- tinue to focus on growth initiatives providing enhanced opportunities to CR employees across the U.S. through their legacy brands and locations.
“Our company has always believed in devel- oping our team and foster- ing relationships while we provide the best possible solutions and products to our residential, multi-fam- ily, fabricator and com- mercial customers. As part of International Designs Group and Mill Point Capital, we plan to con- tinue our mission of being a loyal partner to our cus- tomers and vendors, cre- ating job opportunities, and working with our 750 employees across 30 plus locations,” Mitch Hires, CEO of Construction Resources said.
In late 2015, Construc- tion Resources was acquired by Monomoy Capital Partners and con- tinued further strength- ening the company’s footprint and product offering. In 2019, CR acquired United Materials, Inc. helping expand its
product and geographic reach.
Throughout the Monomoy hold period, they have sig- nificantly expanded their construction and design influence in the southeastern part of the United States, as well as integrated and pro- fessionalized the business.
Through growth and expansion, CR has always maintained its brand legacy and relationship value with its associates and custom- ers and plans to continue operating under the same model. While the Company has grown over the years, its leadership team and focus has been consistent. CR is pleased to report its entire Senior Leadership team will be moving forward with Mill Point post transaction.
“Mitchandhisteamhave built a special platform in Construction Resources. The growth opportunities in front of the Company are exceptional, and we are thrilled to be bringing CR into the International Designs family,” added Rick Bennet, Mill Point Executive Partner and Executive Chairman of the Board.
“We’ve been extremely impressed by the entire CR team, and the excel- lent foundation they have
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built.We’reexcitedtopart- ner with Mitch and the rest of the CR team to continue growing the International Designs platform and pur- suing the numerous oppor- tunities ahead,” said Michael Duran, Founder and Managing Partner of Mill Point.
For 50+ years, CR has provided residential and commercial builders and remodelers, as well as homeowners, with a one- stop shop for their surface, appliance, and architec- tural specialty needs. Con- struction Resources offers an array of high-quality proprietary and sought-af- ter blue-chip brands for builders and homeowners. The company is headquar- tered in Atlanta, Georgia, with showrooms, surface galleries, and design cen- ters located regionally.
Visit www.construction resourcesusa.com.
Mill Point Capital LLC is a private equity firm focused on control investments in middle market companies in North America across the business services, IT services, and industrial sec- tors. Mill Point is based in New York, NY. For more in- formation, please visit www. millpoint.com.