2025 Press Releases

The Natural Stone Institute (NSI), in collaboration with the International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA), has released a new medical surveillance guidance document designed to assist both employees and employers in understanding and implementing health monitoring processes related to silica exposure. This essential resource is available in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessibility for a diverse workforce and reinforcing NSI’s commitment to workplace safety.

Through the generous support of the Natural Stone Foundation (NSF) Grant Committee, five architecture students from the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) had the unique opportunity to attend the StonExpo 2025 A&D Program.

The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) is proud to announce the expansion of its Silica & Slab Certificate Program, now available in Spanish.

The winners of the 2024 Pinnacle Awards were celebrated January 28th during the Natural Stone Institute Awards Ceremony at StonExpo in Las Vegas. Sixteen projects were honored with Pinnacle Awards of Excellence.

Susan Moser (Fauske Marble by Moser, Moser & Moser) receives the 2025 Women in Stone Pioneer Award.

Lawrence Voaides (Traditional Cut Stone) has been named 2024 Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year.

Scott Lardner (Rocky Mountain Stone) has received the 2024 Migliore Award for Lifetime Achievement.

The Person of the Year award is presented annually to an individual who has provided extensive support to the association's executive team during the year.