ISFA 2026 Goals

Together, we're shaping a better future for everyone who creates with surface materials.

500 Fabricator Members; 150 Associate Partner Members
Introduce an ISFA phone app – ISFA Connect; a platform for real time industry collaboration tool to help us connect. Plus, Spanish translations equipment for in person trainings and events.
Q1 2025 introduce the rebranded magazine Fabricators’ Edge that will focus on the people of our industry. Hint: Cover will highlight shops.
ISFA awards program will be reviewed, redesigned and relaunched to expand and highlight projects from all over the world.
Start a grassroots effort to reintroduce ISFA at industry tradeshows, regional tradeshows and our own events in 10 different cities starting in March.
Elevating our team and their skillset, adding 3 additional FTEs to support our efforts.
Continue investing in expanding our benefits and integrating our systems, to ensure an easy and memorable user experience; which includes targeting our marketing efforts.

Develop NEW standard Guidelines for Fabrication Contractors and Shop Licensing.
Shop accreditation: Create an accredited shop program that aligns with ISO/ANSI and certification standards that are approved. (ISO 45001)
Director of Safety, Health & Regulatory has ISO 45001 Auditor Certification (ISO 45001 is the international standard for occupational health and safety (OH&S) management systems that provides a framework for organizations to proactively prevent work-related injuries and illnesses) 1 of 3 new FTE
Develop partnership with national medical surveillance company to track results of medical testing.
Monitor OSHA reports and regulatory updates to identify opportunities for standards alignment and proactive advocacy.
Provide a monthly calendar of safety campaigns to support developing and implementing a safety culture.

Full rollout of ISFA Academy (FKA Ving) expanding our online training offerings, create a SSO experience for our members.
Offer 15 training classes plus reintroduce “request a class”.
Explore and create education and training pathways for apprenticeship program (s).
Review and develop lesson plans for each training offering.
Prepare a plan for accredited certifications.
Develop career pathways document for our industry.

Apprenticeship – Certification – Master

Apply for ANSI Developer Status
Update Existing: ISFA 2-01 (2013): Classification and Standards for Solid Surfacing Materials, Existing: ISFA 3-01 (2013): Classification and Standards for Quartz Surfacing Materials and submit NEW Guidelines for Fabrication Contractors and Shop Licensing
American Countertop Manufacturers Council (ACMC): Membership for ISFA nonmembers is $250.00. Development on the “Issue Register” and have a self-supporting meeting.
Hire attorney/lobbyist firm to represent to represent ACMC’s interests in legislative and regulatory matters, advancing industry priorities at the national level.

Formalize the International Council of Surface Fabricators (ICSF) to foster global collaboration, share best practices, and advance the trade of countertop and surface fabrication worldwide.
Establish a formal alliance with the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) to align efforts in safety, standards, and advocacy initiatives.
Continue developing strategic partnerships with key organizations such as SESA, Artisan Group, SFA, All-Slab Fabbers, and Rockheads to unify the voice of the fabrication community.
Implement a quarterly cadence with alliances, partners, and sponsors to ensure alignment, accountability, and shared progress toward industry goals.
Identify existing industry reports and define new reporting needs, ensuring ISFA provides valuable, data-driven insights to members and stakeholders.
Continuously evaluate partnership opportunities to identify challenges and close gaps within the surface fabrication ecosystem.
Survey all ISFA programs to assess effectiveness, gather feedback, and guide continuous improvement in partnership and program outcomes.