This Entrepreneur from Senegal Becomes Floor Coverings International Franchisee of South Dallas
This article was originally published in Franchise Journal on January 31, 2024.
Jibrel Thiaw believes that he has a lot to offer as a small-business owner and he can’t wait to get started on his new journey since launching Floor Coverings International of South Dallas recently.
Coming from a family of entrepreneurs in Senegal, West Africa, Jibreel said he has always taken ownership in everything that he has done, sustained by a strong work ethic passed along his family line. His role model is his grandfather who was the largest distributor of cement in Senegal. “My goal is to continue my grandfather legacy here in Dallas metroplex, be part of this great community and make a positive impact that last for generations to come.”
Jibreel, a 46-year-old resident of Mansfield, Texas launched Floor Coverings International of South Dallas-Fort Worth in December to serve customers throughout Mansfield, Burleson, Midlothian, and surrounding areas. Jibreel previously spent more than 20 years in corporate finance, working for a wide gamut of companies, ranging from a small furniture dealer to Fortune 100 companies such as Proctor & Gamble and American Airlines. “I’m tapping into my wide range of experience to bring our corporate vision to life, and that’s to provide the best in-home flooring shopping experience in North America,” Jibreel said.
Floor Coverings International is changing the game for those looking to upgrade their homes or offices with new flooring. With their innovative and award-winning customer service tools and unique mobile showroom experience, customers can now view more than 3,000 flooring options.
The Design Associates at Floor Coverings International provide personalized assistance in choosing from their extensive collection of flooring styles and materials. The mobile showroom allows clients to see how different options will look with existing furniture, lighting, and paint colors all within the comfort of their home. “My passion is people and there is no better place to meet them other than their own home,” Jibreel said. “I am thrilled to be a part of people’s journeys as they refresh the most visible part of their home, which is their floor.”
Floor Coverings International has already revolutionized the market as it consistently ranks as the No.1 Mobile Flooring Franchise in North America by Entrepreneur Magazine. As projected by Hardware Retailing, home improvement sales are expected to reach $625 billion by 2025 worldwide. “After more than 20 years in corporate America, I felt limited in terms of unleashing my full potential and building a legacy,” Jibreel said. “I wanted to be more than a finance expert and Floor Coverings International offers me the opportunity to build a legacy for my family, in the same community we live in.”
The flooring industry is undergoing significant changes and innovations as consumers demand more quality, variety, and sustainability in their flooring choices. According to a recent report by Expert Market Research, the United States flooring market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 6.5 percent through 2028, driven by the increasing population, rapid urbanization, and growing investments in renovations and remodeling of infrastructures. For more information about a consultation go to Floor Coverings International of South Dallas.
ABOUT FLOOR COVERINGS INTERNATIONAL
Northcross, GA-based Floor Coverings International ranks consistently as the No. 1 Mobile Flooring Franchise in North America by Entrepreneur Magazine. For franchise information, please visit www.flooring-franchise.com.
