This month, in honor of our 75th issue, I stepped in for a Q& A with Expert Contributor Eric Fante to share with readers how he came to be one of our hometown Sponsors and our Expert in Flooring. As the owner of Fante Flooring, Eric has been providing quality service here in Marple Newtown
since 2016. His 4,000-square-foot showroom, located where Route 3 and 252 intersect, has a large selection of designer floors that aren’t always found in large retail stores. Fante Flooring offers a variety of flooring types from decorator fine hardwoods, the latest carpeting or tile and a vast array
of modern engineered solutions that can turn houses into dream homes.
Holly Stupak, Content Coordinator, Marple Friends & Neighbors
What initially drew you to advertise in our hometown magazines?
Shortly after I moved Fante Flooring from Philadelphia to Marple Newtown, my family moved out here to Marple.
We really enjoyed reading about our friends and families in the Friends & Neighbors magazine and admired these hard-working families and people. Our community is filled with people who are making a difference. I knew the publications would be a great platform to highlight Fante Flooring and reach the right audience.
How does being a Sponsor of our Friends & Neighbors magazines benefit your business?
Being a sponsor helps build brand awareness in a very targeted way. I am able to reach local families, professionals and residents who are part of our community. It’s not just about selling our products—it’s about reinforcing our place as a business that locals can count on.
What do you think sets Friends & Neighbors apart from other advertising options?
I love how personal the magazine feels. It’s nice to know that every person reading the magazine is someone who lives nearby and could become a regular customer. Being a Sponsor is more than just promoting my business, it’s about supporting the community spirit. It’s nice to be part of a network of local businesses that keep the town thriving.
Have you received feedback from your friends and neighbors?
Absolutely! I’ve had new customers come in and mention seeing our ad in the magazine. I also hear from friends who enjoy reading the Expert Contributor articles and Business Profiles.
What’s it like to live and work in the same community?
My wife Vera and I and our three children had been living in Ridley Park before we found our forever home here in Broomall. We admired the family-friendly neighborhoods here in Marple Newtown and our street has more than 30 kids. There are so many hard-working families and it’s so nice that
many of our friends and neighbors support each other’s local businesses. I love to live and work here, and I am always happy to sponsor our school’s fundraising events like designer bag bingo and various social events.
Thank you, Eric, for sharing a behind-the-scenes look at being a Sponsor of Friends & Neighbors. If you are ready to upgrade one or more rooms throughout your home, Fante Flooring has you covered. Visit their website at FanteFloors.com, call them at 610-232-7080 or visit the showroom at 39 South Newtown Street Road in Newtown Square. The showroom is open Monday–Friday 9:30am–6pm and Saturday 10am–4pm.
