All sessions topics & Instructors subject to change
Pre-convention classes – Wednesday, October 4th
All sessions below are happening at the same time. Only register for ONE
Specialty Contract Wallcoverings $99
Hands-on training in P3TEC, Jacaranda architectural wood veneers and Momentum acoustics
Scenics Wallcovering Class $395
Learn the layout and planning unique to scenics, create familiarity with the particular characteristics of different substrates and brands, and foster handling methods to ensure success.
WIA/WIS Core Skills Training Day $125
This class is for those beginning their career or those who are wanting to increase their baseline skill set. Join other installers as we learn or refresh the basic nuances of installation. This course is free to current and past WIS students.
Retirement Planning, Social Security & IRA’s Mark Harmon
Hands-on with Vahallan: Open class – No charge ( 3:15pm – 5:00pm)
Thursday Sessions
8:30am – Business Breakfast
Deep Dive into Layouts Donna McCoy & Dennis Delpome
Hands-on Hanging 3D Wallcovering
Hands-on with Naturals Donna McCoy & Dennis Delpome
Hands-on Hanging Foils & Mylars Don Purfeerst
Hands-on Touch Ups Amy Anderson & Amy Principe
VENDOR SHOWCASE
Friday Sessions
Business Roundtable Discussions
Deep Dive Into Primers, Adhesives & Topcoats
WIA Luncheon
High Level Scenic Education Susan Harter
Marketing Via Social Media
Saturday Sessions
Working with Pasting Machines Marc Shelton & Max Kahn
Hands-on with Inlaid Veneers Lillian Weist
Working Around Obstacles Phil Reinhard
Workflow Management Tony Angello
Cover This! Jennifer Papineau & Allison Dooley
WIA Olympics
WIA Farewell Dinner