Orlando, Fla.—The late Bob Thomas, owner and co-founder of T&L Distributing, was awarded the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2015 NAFCD (North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors) convention here earlier this month. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes exceptional leadership or outstanding contributions that have led to expanding the vision of the floor covering distribution industry.
Founded on the principles of honesty and excellence, Thomas opened T&L Distributing in Houston in 1972. With his steady hand and a group of motivated managers, T&L has become one of the largest flooring distributors in the nation with multiple locations covering six states.