CCI Alumni Success Stories
CCI training WORKS. It’s that simple.
Want proof? Look at the amazing creations by our alumni from around the world. The real proof of a training program is the success of its alumni. Get hands-on training from The Concrete Countertop Institute, and get started on the road to your success.
Original Concrete Design in Schenectady, NY
December 2, 2023 Original Concrete Design is led by talented owner and artisan, Josh Canelli. At home in upstate New
Mohawk Valley Concrete Countertops, New York
November 11, 2023 Keith Raymond is a seasoned concrete artisan and owner of Mohawk Valley Concrete Countertops. This craft
Global Surface Solutions, British Columbia
October 28, 2023 With over a decade of industry expertise, Global Surface Solutions stands as a premier provider of bespoke
Hemlock Creek Creative in Wasilla, Alaska
October 14,2023 Brandon Koehler, the visionary behind Hemlock Creek Creative, has an inspiring story! Driven by a passion for craft
Jeff and Caleb Concrete Collaborations
October 7, 2023 Below are some of the complex projects that Jeff Girard and Caleb Lawson have collaborated on over
The Intrepid Instructors of CCI- Jeff Girard and Caleb Lawson
September 30, 2023 Jeff Girard Jeff Girard entered the world of concrete back in 1999, driven by a simple desire
Dian Mullis in Twin Cities, Minnesota
September 23, 2023 Dian Mullis is an accomplished concrete artisan based in Twin Cities, Minnesota. She holds two prestigious Bachelor
Diamond Finish Concrete Countertops In British Columbia
September 16,2023 Brent Indenbosch began his career in the concrete industry by honing his skills in concrete flatwork. With over
Concrete Commander- Jacksonville, FL
September 2, 2023 Established in 2010, Concrete Commander stands as a fully family-owned and operated business. This thriving concrete fabrication
Artisan Elements in Atlanta, Georgia
July 26, 2023 Artisan Elements emerged as an offshoot of its parent company, In Home Services, known for designing and
Two Concrete Countertop Institute Classes Left in 2023!
August 19, 2023 Are you interested in gaining an in depth understanding of the technical knowledge needed to
Nuance Studio In Bengaluru, India
August 12, 2023 From the heart of Bengaluru, India, Nuance Studio shines as a beacon of concrete artistry. Led by
Woven Stone Fine Concrete in Middlesbrough, England
August 5, 2023 The concrete masterpieces being produced at Woven Stone Fine Concrete are meticulously conceived and constructed with the
Raw Creative in Denver, Colorado
July 29, 2023 Raw Creative was co- Foundered in 2014 by Mike Blea, a CCI Alumni, and Breton Lujan. From
Johnstone Architectural Concrete in Quebec, Canada
July 22, 2023 Founded in 2015, Jason Johnston’s vision for his company, Johnstone Architectural Concrete, was to create “stylish, functional
Caleb Lawson and The Concrete Countertop Institute
July 15, 2023 This week we have a very special Inspiration, Caleb Lawson. Read Caleb’s biography below, then a letter
Elements Concrete in Cape Cod
July 8, 2023 Joren Smith and his team at Elements Concrete Inc. create hand crafted concrete pieces that have a
ANR Concrete Studio in Ontario, Canada
July 1, 2023 Got white concrete? Don’t worry, you won’t be in the doghouse because it stained, if you use
Concrete Collaboration with Uzi Mills Designs in Virginia
June 24, 2023 John Miller of Uzi Mills Designs in Stafford, Viginia makes handmade bespoke pieces from wood, metal, concrete
Peter Cicalo of HardLife Products in New Jersey
June 17, 2023 Peter Cicalo of HardLife Products in New Jersey has worked hard to build his business. It started
Wayne Rodgers of Batch & Trowel in Denver Colorado
June 10, 2023 Wayne Rodgers of Batch & Trowel in Denver is obsessed with concrete. That obsession shows not only
Concrete Sinks by Provenance in Yucatan Mexico
Our June 3, 2023 Weekly Inspiration are these colorful concrete sinks created by Provenance in the city of Merida in
Patrick Golladay of Shokunin Concrete in Palm Harbor Florida
by Caleb Lawson, CCI Instructor – May 27, 2023 I was asked this week if I would be willing to
from attendees of The Ultimate Concrete Countertop Training:
Well Worth the money!
– Patty, NY
Definitely worth every penny!
– Scott, WI
Money well spent!
– Don, TX
A must if serious about countertop construction.
– Keith, FL
Very informative.
– Michael, PA
Great class, very user friendly.
– Jake, FL
Nice facilities with great instruction.
– Blair, TN
I am glad I took this course!
– Malcolm, MN
An Absolutely excellent class!
– Mike, SC
More than I expected. Well worth the money!
– Zach, NC
Very well taught class
– Mike
Great class. I learned a lot.
– Steve, MI
My only regret was not doing this sooner.
– Jeff, ME
Excellent instruction
– Greg, NY
Excellent class to learn the ‘hands-on’.
– Kent, NE
I feel everything is well organized and managed. I learned a lot about GFRC.
– Bulat, Khazakstan
Great mix of theory and hands on training.
– Steve, Canada
Good class, went into it with an open mind and got what I expected and more.
– Brandon, South Dakota
A life changing course that is going to steer my life in a totally new and exciting direction.
– Leif Olson Camrose, Alberta
Great class, highly recommended
– Michael
It was a great course and would recommend to others.
– Randy, Alberta, Canada
Being rather new to concrete, I feel that I have the knowledge to succeed in this business.
– Trevor, Manitoba, Canada
This class was very useful in over-all… from the shop to marketing!
– Eudes, MD and West Africa
Top class instructors. 10/10
– John, UK
Great class. Great knowledge. Worth the time.
– Oliver, Mexico
Best $4,000 dollars I’ve ever spent
– Tim, CO
Just loved it!
– Peter Bennett