Noah Chitty Receives 2026 Ring of Honor Tile Award
The veteran industry leader will be formally recognized during an upcoming ceremony in Miami on November 2.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Awards
Noah Chitty, a longtime veteran of the tile industry, is the recipient of the 2026 Ring of Honor Award from the National Tile Contractors Association. The industry leader will be formally honored at an upcoming recognition event in Miami.
Why it matters
The Ring of Honor highlights significant professional leadership and technical dedication within the ceramic and stone industry. Local professionals will see this recognition as a benchmark for excellence in tile standards and sustainability.
Noah Chitty brings 25 years of industry experience to this year's award, which measures his leadership across multiple technical board roles. While the association confirmed his selection for his service and dedication, the full deliberation records remain internal.
The players
Noah Chitty
The vice president of sustainability and technical services for AHF Products who is receiving the 2026 Ring of Honor Award.
National Tile Contractors Association
The professional organization that evaluates and selects candidates for the annual Ring of Honor.
The details
The National Tile Contractors Association selected Chitty for his ongoing contributions, which include chairing the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation Board and leading ISO/TC 189. His extensive background spans over two decades of technical services and sustainability leadership for firms like AHF Products and StonePeak Ceramics. The formal recognition ceremony is scheduled to take place at Tile Solutions Plus in Miami.
Timeline
October 30, 2026: NTCA announces the Ring of Honor recipient.
November 2, 2026: Formal recognition event takes place in Miami.
Beyond the 305
This recognition aligns with historical patterns for industry honors granted to leaders active within the ISO/TC 189 technical committee. It marks a continued focus on professional service and the global standardization of tile materials.
Local professionals in the construction and design trade can attend the recognition ceremony at Tile Solutions Plus on November 2. The event serves as a networking opportunity for those engaged in technical tile standards and industry sustainability.
The takeaway
The Ring of Honor celebrates a quarter-century of leadership in technical services and sustainable tile design. Keep an eye on local trade events at Tile Solutions Plus to see how national standards affect local commercial and residential tile projects.
Further reading
For more on regional honors and industry recognition, visit Miami Awards.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Floordaily.
