Exclusive Supply Programs
We collaborate exclusively with the best suppliers in the industry, fostering relationships that deliver maximum advantages for our members. This strategy is essential because buying “right” isn’t just about securing the lowest price—it’s about creating value at every level.
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Consolidation: Our suppliers, customers, and even competing contractors understand the value of consolidation. By negotiating better pricing on supplies, we enable our members to compete more effectively.
We’ve developed supply programs designed to protect and enhance member profitability while providing a distinct competitive edge in the marketplace. These programs create value across every link in the industry chain, from manufacturing to the end customer.
National Business Programs
We specialize in driving significant profits for your business by offering discounted services designed to lower your daily operational expenses. By leveraging the collective buying power of our Membership—and the other divisions within CCA—we negotiate exclusive discounts that most businesses couldn’t secure on their own.
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On average, small to medium-sized businesses save 20% annually on their bottom line through the dozens of national programs we provide. These savings free up resources, enabling our Members to focus less on managing costs and more on delivering exceptional customer service and running their businesses efficiently.
Our cost-saving programs are tailored specifically to help small businesses reduce expenses and boost profitability, ensuring a stronger foundation for growth.
Service partners can change at any given month.
Connection
Fostering Connections That Drive Results
We prioritize meaningful connections among like-minded entrepreneurs and business operators. Through national conferences, regional meetings, trade shows, member site visits, golf outings, and monthly conference calls, we create opportunities to share best practices, address challenges, and inspire one another.
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Explore the Power of Networking
In today’s fast-paced world, meaningful interaction among peers facing similar challenges is increasingly rare. Yet, nothing is more rewarding—professionally and personally. That’s why K&BA is deeply committed to facilitating member connections and networking opportunities.
We organize a diverse array of events and activities, including supplier trips, Member site visits, regional meetings, manufacturer tours, benchmarking workshops, trade shows, and our signature National Conference. These gatherings are strategically designed to bring the best in the business face-to-face, fostering deep discussions on driving success.
The FEI Group National Conference
The annual FEI Group National Conference is the crown jewel of our calendar. It’s more than an event—it’s an essential opportunity to discuss business experiences, learn from each other’s mistakes, explore new opportunities, and build lasting relationships. Amid insightful discussions and valuable learning, members also share laughs and forge friendships that endure well beyond the event.
Benchmarking
From operations and sales to warehousing, financial metrics, and marketing, FEI Group Members gain access to hundreds of tested and proven strategies from the nation’s top-performing businesses.
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Every year, we host a series of innovative benchmarking workshops that enable members to compare their business practices with those of their peers. These workshops focus on actionable strategies to reduce costs, boost sales, and enhance profitability.
Participants receive comprehensive workbooks covering critical topics such as:
- Accounting and finance
- Customer service
- Contingency planning
- Installation
- Technology
- Sales management
- Human resources
Our workshops are interactive, collaborative, and dynamic, blending best practices with peer reviews and networking opportunities. Attendees leave energized and equipped with new tools, ideas, and methods to achieve their goals.
Actionable Results
The insights and resources gained from these workshops are designed to make an immediate and measurable impact on your bottom line, ensuring long-term growth and success for your business.
National Trade Show Presence
Representing You at the Industry’s Biggest Events
We actively attend and exhibit at the largest trade shows in the industry, working tirelessly to promote your business and highlight your membership in the nation’s premier network of interior finish companies. Events like the International Builders’ Show (IBS), Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), Surfaces, PrimeTime, and the National Apartment Association Education Conference & Exhibition (NAA) are just a few of the key venues we leverage to elevate your brand and connect with the industry’s best.
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Trade shows provide unparalleled opportunities to:
- Reach prospective members and business partners
- Gather valuable leads
- Introduce new products and services
- Conduct insightful market research
By attending these high-profile events, we keep you informed of emerging trends, developments, and innovations shaping the industry. Year after year, these shows prove to be interactive, inspiring, and essential for staying ahead of the curve.
Whether it’s Surfaces, IBS, NAA, or KBIS, you’ll find us there—representing your interests and ensuring you stay connected to what matters most.
Marketing
Marketing Solutions That Deliver Results
Whether you need a logo, a website, sales collateral, a complete marketing strategy, or a full-scale branding overhaul, our team of expert designers, copywriters, and web developers has the tools and expertise to deliver measurable results. Let us handle the heavy lifting—marketing doesn’t have to be a hassle.
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When it comes to building a website, FEI Group’s deep understanding of the kitchen, bath, plumbing, and decorative hardware industries sets us apart. We know what it takes to create a website that not only represents your company accurately but also stands out—beautifully designed and optimized for search engines.
Our websites automatically include mobile optimization because, in today’s world, mobile internet usage has surpassed desktop. It’s a standard, not an extra, and we’re committed to delivering the functionality your business needs to succeed.