Tile Shop Hldgs announced that its founder and chief executive officer Robert Rucker will retire as CEO effective January 1, 2015 and be replaced by current chief operating officer Chris Homeister, who was unanimously approved by the board of directors for promotion to CEO and will join the board of directors early next year. Rucker will remain with the company full time through August 1, 2015 as an advisor and will also remain on the board of directors.
Tile Shop Holdings, Inc. is a specialty retailer of natural stone and man-made tiles, setting and maintenance materials, and related accessories in the United States. The Company offers an assortment of natural stone and man-made tile products. Its natural stone products include marble, travertine, granite, quartz, sandstone, slate, and onyx tiles. The Company's man-made products include ceramic, porcelain, glass, cement, wood look, metal and luxury vinyl tile. The Companyâs assortment of accessories, including mosaics, pencils, listellos, and other products. It also offers a range of setting and maintenance materials, such as thinset, grout, sealers, and accessories, including installation tools, shower and bath shelves, drains, and similar products. The Company also offers customers delivery service through third-party freight providers. The Company sells its products under brand names, including Superior Adhesives & Chemicals, Superior Tools & Supplies, Rush River, and Fired Earth.