2023 Emerging Leaders
"The flooring industry benefits from the hands-on, service-oriented approach of young new leaders."
Josh Friedman, 32
DFS Flooring, Executive Vice President
Obtained a bachelor's in account and finance from Boston University--where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame as the top-ranked tennis player--followed by his CPA.
Oversees and manages daily operations and supports the management of multiple branch locations, in addition to being responsible for select major accounts that resulted in over $3.5 million in personal sales across diverse segments last year.
Seeks and analyzes acquisition targets and expansion locations and has been instrumental in consummating significant acquisitions over the past year; has also completed corporate real estate purchases and overseen facility construction.