September 3, 2019— Expanko Resilient Flooring, a brand of Stonhard, is pleased to welcome Jessica McNaughton of Cara Green Healthy Building Materials and Lynn Mitchell of A+D Elements as new agents to its expanding network. Expanko currently has 20 agents to support its distinct cork and rubber lines of flooring throughout the U.S. Cara Green serves the North Carolina and South Carolina territories and A+D Elements serves Minnesota, South Dakota, North Dakota, and Western Wisconsin.

“Expanko is a flooring source for sustainable materials with an outstanding acoustical rating. We value our agents for their knowledge and expertise in these areas. Jessica and Lynn are industry experts that understand the design community within their geographic territories and we’re fortunate to have them represent Expanko,” says Sally Reis, General Manager of Expanko.

Cara Green’s Jessica McNaughton says, “For more than a decade, we’ve curated a collection of products that have a good sustainability story. We started with bamboo and moved to acoustic products and bio-based products. We love Expanko’s cork floors for acoustics and the rubber floors for the recycled content they use. It’s a really good story and we’re excited about Expanko for that reason.”

Cara Green is a provider for AIA and has several accredited U.S. Green Building Council professionals on staff. In addition to following LEED standards, they are following the latest trends and now have a WELL professional on staff. Cara Green is heavily involved in the community. A sampling of their efforts include: Shop Local Raleigh, teaching courses on acoustics and sustainable living, building free libraries out of recycled materials, and participating in local philanthropy. The company is also highly involved in educating the architectural and design community by providing technical knowledge through lunch and learns and holding continuing education for-credit courses each year. The Cara Green Build Green Live Green podcast helps listeners find ways to incorporate sustainable materials into their lives.

Jessica adds, “We are partners with everyone we work with. We believe in ultimate transparency. If there are issues, we let you know. If we need something, we’ll ask. Open communication is the key.”

Lynne Mitchell of A+D Elements has nearly 20 years of experience in the architectural and design industry through a variety of sales and management roles. A+D Elements is a member of SDID, NDID, and NEWH. Approximately two years ago, Lynn started a multi-line representative agency focused on a stunning collection of table and seating lines along with a variety of architectural products.

“A representative of mine recommended Expanko, as I currently carry four acoustical wall and ceiling products. Expanko resilient flooring aligns nicely with what I have and with my expertise. I know well the natural, sound absorption of cork and Expanko adds another level to what I offer,” says Lynne. “I only want to work with super responsive, great manufacturers that have cool, beautiful products with a great company backing them up.”

Expanko
For more information on Expanko’s lines of resilient cork and rubber flooring for commercial environments, visit expanko.com or call 800.345.6202.

Cara Green
For more information on Cara Green’s healthier alternatives to conventional building materials, visit caragreen.com or call 919.929.3009.

A+D Elements
For more information on A+D Elements’ acoustic solutions, lighting, and contemporary and sophisticated furniture and architectural products, visit adelems.com or call 651-216-9664.