Agenda & Activities

An insightful conversation where you will get a sneak preview of everything new and exciting Cosentino is working on for 2025 and beyond.

Speakers:

• Valentin Tijeras, VP Global Product, R&D + Quality, Cosentino
• Damian Granados, VP Global Marketing, Cosentino

The first day of C.Next is officially in session! We’ll begin with introductory remarks and an overview of Rock Masters, a program dedicated to honoring the role of the fabricator and promoting health and safety in our industry.

Insightful panel on the future of the industry:

Panelists

• Brandon Calvo, COO, Cosentino North America
• Leocadia Barnes, General Counsel, Cosentino North America
• Jim Hieb, CEO, Natural Stone Institute
• Marissa Bankart

Welcome Francisco Martinez-Cosentino, Digital Business Unit Director at Cosentino as he dives deep into the different digital programs and initiatives to help fabricators drive business growth and optimize efficiencies.

Let's take the iconic annual C.Next photo at the Zen Driveway.

Enjoy the afternoon exploring Grand Velas’ gourmet dining options and top-of-the-line amenities.

Ready for some friendly competition? It’s time to give it your all at the annual Beach Olympics!

After a fun Beach Olympics, it’s time to kick back and relax while we enjoy an evening on the beach!

Representatives from top industry associations will join us on stage for a one-of-a-kind discussion about the future of the industry and more.

In today’s competitive market, production home builders are seeking innovative ways to meet the growing demand for stylish and functional spaces. This session will explore the rising trend of Silestone and Dekton vertical applications, focusing on areas such as fireplace surrounds, shower walls, backsplashes, and accent walls.

As homebuyers increasingly seek trendy and unique designs, builders must stay ahead by integrating cutting-edge materials and applications into their offerings.

Speakers:

• Alex Rioja, VP Builder Sales, Cosentino
• Lee Crowder, Senior Director of National Design and Model Operations, Taylor Morrison
• Dan King, General Manager, Leon's Countertops
• Ricardo Pazos, President, Creative Granite & Design

How can you increase your revenue per project while becoming the fabricator of choice for K&B dealers? Join us for a session with a successful fabricator, where they share how they expanded from countertops to full bathroom remodels using Dekton and Silestone. Learn how they increased their revenue by taking on vertical cladding applications like shower walls and accent features—all within the same project and the same customer base.

Speakers:

• Ignacio Paniagua, Kitchen & Bath Director, Cosentino
• Scott Devoid, Owner, Stone Creations of VT
• Katie Devoid, Owner, Stone Creations of VT

In-home sales can open up a world of opportunity leading to more efficient sales, larger tickets, improved margins, and shorter sales cycle time. It just takes the right recipe! Why should you be thinking about in-home sales, how do you start and what does success look like. Learn the secrets from leading industry experts.

Speakers:

• Bill Baker, VP National Accounts, Cosentino
• Kelly Martin, National Account Director, Cosentino
• Michael Ferguson, VP of Sales & Marketing, Floform
• Kylie Duncan, Director of Sales, Majestic Stone Imports

The growing interest in design in the construction industry, especially in the high-end residential sector, represents a significant opportunity for companies that offer and install high-value products. The demand for design in construction is booming, driven by trends such as customization and sustainability. The current market makes customers price-oriented, so the search for new niches that are resilient and where price is not the determining factor is key to increasing turnover and profitability. This session will explore the success story of a fabricator that has embraced this business and is also expanding through designers into the multi-application business.

Speakers:

• Alvaro Chomon, Executive Director - Commercial, Cosentino

Get a front-row seat as Cosentino executives answer pressing questions and share invaluable insight.

Speakers:

• Eduardo Cosentino, CEO Cosentino Americas + EVP Global Sales
• Brandon Calvo, COO Cosentino North America
• Valentin Tijeras, VP Global Product, R&D + Quality

It’s time to give a much-deserved recognition to all the incredible Fabricator partners who participated in the Rock Masters program!

Brandon Calvo, COO of Cosentino North America, will be presenting the rebate checks to your valued clients.

Enjoy the afternoon exploring Grand Velas’ gourmet dining options and top-of-the-line amenities including the pool, spa, gym, and more.

It’s not a ‘goodbye’ but a ‘see you later’. Let’s enjoy the last night of C.Next 2025 at ZEN Garden.