How this Logistics Pro Found his New Career with FCI Ownership
This article was originally published in Patch.com on April 21, 2025. Indianapolis, IN (April 2025)– Floor Coverings International –Central Indiana resident, Travis Blankenship, a former logistics and supply chain professional with companies like UPS, PepsiCo, and Anheuser-Busch, has returned to Indianapolis to raise his family “in the place we love. When my wife and I started our family in 2021, we knew we wanted to come back to Indianapolis to be near our extended family and give our son the same great upbringing I had,” Travis shared. “Floor Coverings International offered the perfect blend of local ownership and corporate support, aligning with my values of integrity, commitment, and community involvement.”
Floor Coverings International’s signature Mobile Showroom brings the flooring store directly to customers’ doors. With over 3,000 flooring options, homeowners can explore samples in the comfort of their own homes, ensuring the perfect match for their décor and lighting. This innovative approach eliminates the hassle of transporting heavy samples and provides a personalized, stress-free experience.
“Our goal is to wow our customers with exceptional service and high-quality, custom flooring solutions,” said Travis. “Whether it’s luxury vinyl for its durability, hardwood for its elegance, carpet for its warmth or eco-friendly laminate for sustainability, we help customers find the perfect fit for their needs.”
Locally, he specializes in pet- and kid-friendly flooring, waterproof options, and custom designs for residential, commercial, and community projects, including schools, churches, and assisted living facilities.
Travis’s background in project management and customer service has prepared him to excel in this new venture. “My corporate experience taught me the importance of discipline, attention to detail, and putting the customer first,” he explained. “These skills are directly transferable to running a successful flooring business.” He has partnered with another Indianapolis native, Brent Gray, who leads the production department. Brent comes to FCI with more than 20 years of experience installing and leading flooring installation crews. He has a keen eye for detail and ensures that all installations meet rigidly high standards of precision and detail to ensure customers are “wowed” by their new floors and get years of enjoyment and value from the investment they made updating their home’s flooring.
Travis and his family are deeply committed to supporting the local community. “We want to be more than just a business; we want to be a positive force in the community,” Travis said. As a family we look forward to being active members of the communities we serve. We’re focused on building relationships with our customers that go beyond a flooring project.
