Sam Arcot Appointed to NSI Executive Committee

 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Oberlin, OH, January 10, 2025 — The Natural Stone Institute is pleased to announce that Sam Arcot (Rugo Stone) has been selected to join the association’s executive committee as board secretary.

Evan Cohen (Quality Marble & Granite), 2025 NSI board president, commented: "Sam was appointed to the executive committee because of his involvement in events around the world, coupled with his passion for our natural stone industry and his ability to challenge others' thought processes. Sam brings a great dynamic to the executive board, and I believe he will work tirelessly to ensure the best future for our natural stone industry."

During his time on the NSI board of directors, Sam has led efforts to strengthen the association’s relationship with trade associations and trade shows in India. He has identified opportunities for NSI to develop relationships in India as strong as those that exist with other stone producing nations. He also served as an advocate in the development of NSI’s statement on human rights, which states the association’s position against any form of forced labor, including child labor. He has served on committees for sustainability and marketing and has volunteered at A&D focused trade shows, including ASLA and Greenbuild.

Sam commented: "It is truly an honor to be selected for the executive committee. The Natural Stone Institute has been a global leader in growing and advancing the natural stone industry and I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve the board, to give back to the industry, and to bring together global members of the stone community. I look forward to working alongside the exceptional leaders of the executive board as we strive to advance the natural stone industry together."

The 2025 NSI executive committee is comprised of President Cohen, Vice President Jeff Erickson (Cutting Edge Countertops), Treasurer Blake Christensen (Valley View Granite), and Secretary Arcot. Arcot is slated to become the association’s board president in 2028.

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About the Natural Stone Institute
The Natural Stone Institute is a trade association representing every aspect of the natural stone industry. The current membership exceeds 2,000 members in over 50 nations. The association offers a wide array of technical and training resources, professional development opportunities, regulatory advocacy, and networking events. Two prominent publications—the Dimension Stone Design Manual and Building Stone Magazine—raise awareness within the natural stone industry and in the design community for best practices and uses of natural stone. Learn more at www.naturalstoneinstitute.org.