NWFA Names Technical Support, Training Manager

The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has announced the appointment of Todd McDonald as its new technical support and training manager.

In this role, McDonald will provide technical assistance and educational support, as well as lead NWFA/NOFMA mill inspections.

“Todd is widely recognized as a trusted resource within the wood flooring industry, bringing an exceptional depth of knowledge and a proven ability to educate and support professionals,” says NWFA president and CEO Stephanie Owen. “His expertise and dedication to advancing the industry will be a tremendous asset to our members and the NWFA team.”

McDonald has nearly 50 years of experience in the wood flooring industry. He began his career working on sports floors alongside his father before moving into sales roles with Basic Coatings, Aacer, WD Flooring and Glitsa. He is currently president and owner of Maple Ridge Handscraped in Livonia, Mich.

Throughout his career, McDonald has been actively involved with the NWFA. As a long-time regional instructor, he has taught courses and provided hands-on demonstrations at the association’s annual wood flooring expo. He has also served on the NWFA Certified Professionals board, NWFA Education and Research Foundation board and Wood Floor of the Year committee, as well as chaired the technical education committee.

He is an NWFA-certified installer, sand and finisher, and wood flooring inspector.

“While teaching classes as a regional instructor, I have had the opportunity to witness first-hand the immense pride wood flooring professionals at all career levels take in their craft,” says McDonald. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to represent the NWFA in this new role and look forward to working with our members to continue advancing and strengthening the industry.”

McDonald will work part-time with NWFA as he transitions out of his business. He will join the organization full-time on Nov. 30.