Newark, New Jersey | April 30
Park Industries® Fabricator Exchange™ (FabX) is a fabricator-driven event focused on real-world workflows, shared challenges, hands-on learning, and meaningful connections across the stone industry.
Why attend fabx?
FabX is designed for fabricators who want practical takeaways, not just presentations. You’ll see real shops in action, experience live machine demos, and connect with peers who understand the same day-to-day challenges. It’s a hands-on, focused event that delivers ideas you can take straight back to your shop.
Speakers & Shop Tours
Hear from industry professionals sharing real insights, strategies, and shop-tested lessons throughout FabX.
Joe DeMelo
Evolution Marble & Granite
Shop Tour Host & Keynote Speaker
Fabricator story with lessons learned and a shop tour at Evolution Marble & Granite.
Marco Duran
Atlas Marble & Granite
Shop Tour Host
Guided shop tour highlighting shop operations at Atlas Marble & Granite.
Omar Chahin
GMD Surfaces
Breakout Session Leader
Practical insights on throughput dollars and improving shop profitability.
Joseph Sine
Cohen Seglias
Breakout Session Leader
Legal insights on OSHA compliance and silica safety in stone fabrication.
Richie Falconi
Falco Marble & Granite
Keynote Speaker & Breakout Session Leader
Digital fabrication insights plus a guided tour of Falco Marble & Granite.
Gabriel Velazquez
MFS
State of the Industry Panelist
Insights from a financing partner supporting equipment investment decisions.
Joan Schatz
Park Industries®
Opening Speaker
Opening remarks and Park Industries® perspective on the industry.
Dave Amelotte
Park Industries®
State of the Industry Panelist
Park Industries® CFO sharing financial and economic insights for fabricators.
Meagan Hegland
Park Industries®
State of the Industry Moderator
Moderator for panel and guided discussions.
Molly Hauer
Park Industries®
Event Host
Hosting FabX and guiding attendees through sessions and discussions.
FabX Agenda
Wednesday, April 29
Opening Reception
Kick off FabX with casual networking, food, and drinks at Reliance Surfaces, including slab viewing and time to explore their showroom.
Thursday, April 30
Check In and Welcome
Arrive, get breakfast, and hear a quick overview of the day and how the sessions will flow.
State of the Industry
Join the economic panel for a clear look at what’s happening in the market and what it means for fabricators.
Richie Falconi of Falco Marble & Granite – Fabricator Story
Richie shares how Falco Marble & Granite modernized its shop, adopted digital fabrication, and improved consistency, efficiency, and production workflows.
Breakout Sesssions
Hear real shop experiences and choose focused breakouts that tackle practical shop challenges.
- Throughput Dollars: Omar Chahin (GMD Surfaces) on identifying bottlenecks and increasing shop output.
- OSHA & Silica Safety: Joseph Sine (Cohen Seglias) on OSHA compliance and reducing risk.
- Why Go Digital: Richie Falconi (Falco Marble & Granite) on key considerations and lessons learned.
Joe DeMelo of Evolution Marble & Granite – Fabricator Story
Joe walks through Evolution’s journey, covering key lessons learned, process improvements, and the operational changes that drove better shop performance.
Round Table and Lunch
Swap ideas with other fabricators during the round table, then refuel with lunch before heading out for tours.
Shop Tours and Closing
Visit Atlas Marble & Granite and Evolution Marble & Granite for guided tours of their fabrication facilities, then return to the hotel for a final debrief and closing remarks.
Custom Residential Stone Fabrication
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High-Production Stone Fabrication
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Exclusive Event Specials
Attend FabX and take advantage of exclusive event-only offers focused on helping your business grow. It’s our way of saying thanks for investing time in your craft and the industry.
Why Choose Park Industries®?
What sets Park Industries® apart is our focus on Precision, Performance, and Peace of Mind®. This approach delivers profitable solutions with less risk, backed by customer satisfaction we’re proud of.
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