Arden’s journey:

Arden co-founded CFD in 2001 and currently serves as our CEO while enjoying a bit of retirement. He began his career in the flooring industry in 1978, and his experience and wisdom have been a solid foundation for our success. Arden has also held various leadership roles in the National Association of Floor Covering Distributors, including serving as its President in 2001.

You might not know:

In 2019, Arden received NAFCD’s Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes an individual who demonstrates exceptional leadership or outstanding contributions that have led to expanding the vision of the floor covering distribution channel. Arden refers to himself as a small-town boy, and says, “The industry has been very good to me”. We think he has been very good to the industry!

Favorite quote:

“Toto, I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” – The Wizard of Oz