Certifications

Doug's Certifications include:

Craftsman degree from the NWFA (recognition of professional education in wood flooring)
Vanguard degree from the NWFA (recognition for leadership and service to the wood flooring industry)
Ambassador degree from the NWFA (recognition for continuing to serve NWFA)
Sports flooring sales and Installation training certificate from Aacer Flooring

D-Lux Hardwood Floors has become members of several trade associations such as the National Wood Flooring Association, Home Builders Association, Oregon Remodelers Association and NARI. Most of Doug's involvement has been with the NWFA and ORA including:

ORA: served on various committees and chaired several

Membership
Home Improvement & Remodeling Committee
Government affairs
Nominating Committee
Served on the local Portland Chapter Board
Served on the state board
Served as president of ORA in 1998

NWFA: Served on various national committees and chaired several

Convention Committee
Government Relations - Chaired
Dealer/Contractor Steering committee --Chaired
By-laws
Nominating
Served on the board of Directors
Served as president for two years of the NWFA (1999 - 2001)