2026 Board Candidates
Natural Stone Institute
Announces New Board Members
The Natural Stone Institute will welcome three individuals to its board of directors in January 2027.

Newly Elected Board Member
Ana Correia, ALS Stones LDA, Portugal
ALS Stones LDA
Portugal
Ana Correia, Co-Founder and Commercial Director of ALS Stones in Portugal, holds a degree in Business Management and has more than 25 years of experience in the natural stone industry, from quarrying and production to commercial management and international markets.
Since co-founding ALS Stones in 2019, Ana has helped drive the company’s strategy and international growth, while remaining close to what matters most to her: people, challenges, and relationships.
Direct and approachable, Ana believes in honest conversations, shared knowledge, and continuous learning. She is passionate about sustainability, education, and strengthening collaboration across markets and generations.
Ana is actively involved with the Natural Stone Institute and other international industry organizations. She believes the future of natural stone depends on how the industry evolves together.
Through her international experience and practical industry knowledge, Ana is committed to listening, connecting people, and sharing ideas as part of her service in the global role on the NSI Board.

Newly Elected Board Member
Peter Dominguezc
California Surfaces
Santa Fe Springs, CA
Peter Dominguez is President of California Surfaces, a 2026 nominee for Stone World's Fabricator of the Year. He joined the family-owned company ten years ago and has led it since 2022, overseeing stone fabrication and installation for production home, commercial, multifamily, and custom residential projects throughout Southern California.
Peter has advocated for stone fabricators before the Cal/OSHA Standards Board and testified before the U.S. International Trade Commission and U.S. Trade Representative in Washington, D.C., on natural and engineered stone imports. He spoke on the silica safety panel at the 2024 NSI/Stone World California Stone Summit. Peter also supported the Natural Stone Institute's partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program, donating natural stone fabrication and installation services for a home built for a veteran and his family. Through his industry advocacy and involvement, Peter brings practical fabrication experience and a commitment to supporting the natural stone industry.

Newly Elected Board Member
Alexander Zambrano
Fabrizio & Sons Marble & Stone Restoration, Inc.
Tampa, FL
Alexander Zambrano is a second-generation stone professional and President of Fabrizio & Sons, a family-owned firm specializing in the restoration of natural stone. Alexander currently serves as the 2026 Chair of the Natural Stone Institute Membership Committee and is a volunteer member of the NSI Marketing Committee, contributing to the association’s branding and membership initiatives.
An active industry educator, Alexander is a CEU speaker and annual presenter at Coverings. He has also represented NSI as a delegate at the Marmomac Stone Fair in Verona, Italy. Through his leadership, education, and industry involvement, Alexander brings a strong commitment to advancing the natural stone profession and engaging the next generation of industry professionals










