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RETAILOBSERVER.COM FEBRUARY 2025 20 2025 NKBA BOARD OFFICERS EDUARDO COSENTINO, CHAIR EVP COSENTINO GROUP & CEO Cosentino Americas, Miami, FL Eduardo Cosentino is executive vice president of global corporate sales and CEO of Cosentino Americas. In the former role he oversees the group's sales efforts on a global scale, where he utilizes his multicultural background and sales experience to propel the company's product design and R&D forward. In addition to his global sales role, he became CEO of Cosentino's North America operations in 2010, leading the company's growth in one of largest and most important markets for the organization. Eduardo has developed a substantial career within Cosentino Group, working his way up by serving in multiple roles that gave him a profound understanding of the business. Prior to his current roles, he worked in multiple divisions, from workshop and commercial operations to sales and senior management, both at the regional and international level. He is also a member of Cosentino's steering committee, executive committee, and company board. Since 2002 he has been VP of the Andalusian Marble Association, and in 2023 he was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce, serving as vice president. Eduardo is motivated by finding solutions to complex problems and developing the talents of his team while helping them develop professionally. Guided by his entrepreneurial spirit, intuition, and creative problem-solving, Eduardo is a key piece in the continued growth and success of Cosentino globally. KERRIE KELLY, VICE CHAIR CEO AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR Kerrie Kelly Studio, Sacramento, CA Kerrie Kelly, recent recipient of the ASID Designer and Distinction Award, leads Kerrie Kelly Studio as its CEO and creative director. An award-winning interior designer, esteemed author, and brand strategist, Kerrie has received national recognition for her expertise and has served as Secretary and Treasurer on the NKBA National Board of Directors, as well as a Fellow, Design Luminary Award recipient, and past chair of the National Board of ASID. Kerrie has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, House Beautiful, Forbes, The Globe and Mail, USA Today, Elle Decor, and The Wall Street Journal. KEN ROBERTS, SECRETARY/TREASURER PRESIDENT Atlas Roofing Corporation, Atlanta, GA As president of Atlas Roofing Corporation, Roberts leads the four divisions of a leading North American manufacturer of roofing materials, Polyiso Roof & Wall Insulation, Shingles & Underlay- ments, Molded Products (expanded polystyrene), and Web Technologies. Previously he was president of Delta Faucet Company and president of Masco Canada. Known for his ability to build teams and manage complexity, Roberts has held a variety of leadership positions in sales, international business develop- ment, manufacturing, engineering, forecasting, purchasing, and logistics. He also spent three years overseas developing Delta Faucet Company's China operations. Roberts holds a bachelor's in mechanical engineering from the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and a master's of management in manufacturing degree from Northwestern University. 2025 NKBA BOARD MEMBERS NICOLA BERTAZZONI CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Bertazzoni Group, Emilia Romagna, Italy Bertazzoni holds a master's degree in industrial engineering from the University of Modena, Italy. Nicola started his professional career in the automotive business, working for the joint venture between General Motors and Fiat, prior to holding management positions at Fiat Group in Italy, and Toyota Europe HQ in Belgium. In 2008 he joined the sixth-generation family-owned major appliance business. After serving in multiple roles, he assumed the position of VP Sales in 2012 with a focus on global sales, and set up subsidiaries for the corporation throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas as part of a business development strategy in the key markets. Nicola is president/director of all subsidiaries, including Bertazzoni North America Inc., the U.S. and Canadian business unit. In 2021 he assumed the role of chief operating officer for the entire Bertazzoni Group, overseeing the company worldwide. KEN WILLIAMS PRESIDENT Caesarstone Canada, Concord, Ontario Williams, who joined Caesarstone in 2016, specializes in building 2025 CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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