Joe T. Iorio

Joe T. Iorio is President of T. Yorie Corp. and proudly represents the third generation of Iorio leadership in the terrazzo industry. Raised in the business founded by his father, he developed an early connection to the trade through both field and administrative work. This hands-on foundation shaped both his technical understanding and his lifelong passion for the craft of terrazzo.

Throughout his career, Joe has remained deeply engaged in the industry, holding leadership roles across several key organizations. He currently serves as a Trustee for the New York City and New Jersey Terrazzo Welfare and Pension Funds, Vice President of the Terrazzo Association of the North East States, and an Officer for the Promotional Funds of New York & New Jersey. He previously served on the board of directors of the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association (NTMA) from 2019 to 2025, and is Co-Chair of the NTMA Maintenance Committee as well as a member of the Zone 1 Membership Committee. In addition, he has participated in numerous panels and speaking engagements promoting the terrazzo craft and its continued growth.

In his day-to-day role, Joe takes a hands-on, collaborative approach to leadership. He works closely with project managers, estimators, and the in-house accounting team, overseeing overall office operations across the company’s locations. He is also regularly present in the field, visiting active projects alongside superintendents throughout the Northeast.

Joe’s leadership style is rooted in respect for the collective expertise of his team and a commitment to continuous learning. As he puts it, “We are very fortunate—we all have a strong respect for each other’s knowledge and expertise, and we learn and lean on each other. This is a broad, evolving trade, and each day can present a new scenario. I believe it would be foolish to think you are an expert on every facet, so we surround ourselves with people who can fill those gaps for the greater good of the company and our customers.”