CEO and Founder of Footprints Floors Appointed to National Wood Flooring Association's Board of Directors

Bryan Park, CEO and founder of Footprints Floors, the 150-plus-unit flooring franchise, was recently appointed to the Board of Directors for the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA). The association is an impactful part of the community, and its appointment of Park as a valued member shows what a force of nature he and Footprints Floors are in the industry.

“I am honored to join such a talented group of professionals at the NWFA,” said Park. “With the rapid growth and exciting developments in the world of flooring right now, we are at a pivotal moment to make a big impact on the state of the industry and develop ideas and new strategies to help this sector continue to move forward.”

Park is humbled to be a part of the Board and is eager to implement his extensive experience and knowledge as an entrepreneur turned successful multi-unit franchisor in the role. From starting his own flooring company back in 2008, Park has grown the brand to be a nationwide name that has seen nearly triple digit revenue growth year over year in 2022.

“Bryan is an agent of change,” said Michael Martin, President & CEO, National Wood Flooring Association. “He has turned our industry’s business model on its ear, allowing for business owners as well as flooring professionals to create their own businesses based on the footprint he has created for franchises. Our Board of Directors can’t wait to see how he helps bring the entire industry forward with progressive ideas and business strategies.”

In 2018, Park was featured in Hardwood Floors magazine’s 40 Under 40 list. In addition, Park was previously on the NWFA’s Contractor Steering Committee and has earned the designation of NWFA Certified Installation Professional, Certified Sand & Finish Professional, and NWFA Sales Advisor.

Park joins chairwoman Julie Russell from Rudd Company, Inc. and vice chairman Mike Welch from E.J. Welch and a number of other esteemed flooring industry leaders on the Board, which oversees all the strategic activities of the NWFA. The international not-for-profit association serves as a revered conduit of standards, resources and highly skilled instructors.

“Bryan is a welcome addition to the NWFA Board of Directors,” said Brett Miller, V.P. of Technical Standards, Training, & Certification, National Wood Flooring Association. “The NWFA Board is made up of all business types, and his business model and background brings a unique perspective that will enhance everything we do. It will be great working even closer with Bryan on the Board as we continue working to bring great things to the wood flooring industry.”

The startup costs for a Footprints Floors franchise range from $78,505 to $113,030, which includes a franchise fee of $69,480 for a single territory. To learn more about franchising with Footprints Floors, visit *