Education and Membership are WCAA's highest priorities.  This page contains a message from the WCAA Board of Directors as well as other valuable information - updated bimonthly.

• Drapery Workroom Directory - Available to both wholesale and retail workrooms
• Marketing Stickers - An excellent and simple way to display your professional membership
• Message from the President - Regularly updated message from the President and Board of Directors
• Trade Shows - List of upcoming Window Coverings Trade Shows and Seminars
• Website Recognition Award Program - Best of Member websites

CHANGING OF THE GUARD…

Those men you see in front of Buckingham Palace are not just “ceremonial” guards but some of the finest British soldiers that Britain has to offer and this honor dates back to Henry VII (1485-1509). WCAA is less than a quarter of a century old, however our roots date further back into 1960’s. Now we too have our own “changing of the guard” ceremony…though not as elaborate. While we owe Beth Hodges a great debt for her continued guidance and leadership over the years, I have been given the great opportunity to serve as “your” President of WCAA, to an industry that I have been closely involved with.

Moving forward, WCAA has implemented new initiatives to benefit our members and the industry through education, networking and special events.

Our Window Coverings Weekend Academy offers a great way to build stronger business, educate your employees, and create stronger industry relationships. WCAA Education Council is working very hard this year to make education more affordable, and offer certification exams to fit your busy schedule.

It’s no surprise in this apprehensive market, that window covering projects are becoming increasingly complex and clients’ expectations increasingly demanding. To stay competitive and provide extra value to clients, successful professionals are pulling together teams of experts. WCAA Industry Partner understands your needs and the pressures of the marketplace. They can provide you the know how, as well as in depth product knowledge, to help you develop the best solution for your project.

WCAA is also working hard to limit or reduce our environmental impact. This year WCAA is reducing the amount of paper usage and the subsequent waste it generates. In addition, limited supplies of various books and business guides are available for purchase online in the WCAA Bookstore. It’s easy being Green!

I encourage you to let WCAA 2008 work for you. Take advantage of the education opportunities, network with peers, make new connections, and help make this a record-breaking year for you.