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Wallcoverings Association Forecasts Positive Outlook

The Wallcoverings Association (WA, Chicago) recently held its 2019 Annual Meeting in Key Largo, FL. The annual meeting drew nearly 150 wallcoverings distributors and suppliers. 

The main stage offered a lineup of industry experts, including Michael Dominguez, senior vice president & chief sales officer, MGM Resorts; Chris Wallace, founder and president, InnerView; Elyse Carfrey, business development executive, STR; and Pamela McNally, VP digital, Interior Design Brands. 

“Our mission for 2019 is to expand our reach,” said WA President, and director of product and marketing, MDC Wallcoverings, Dan Brandt. “This year, we plan to grow the WA by expanding our product knowledge and expertise, and developing understanding of all facets of the industry from equipment and substrates, to design and marketing. The outlook for the future of our industry is positive, and we look forward to helping to advance and support our members.” 
 
The 2019 WA Annual Meeting will take place from Jan. 26-29 at the Key Largo Marriott in Key Largo, FL. 
 
For more information, visit wallcoverings.org.

Mark Kissling

Mark Kissling is Signs of the Times’ Editor-in-Chief. Contact him at mark.kissling@smartworkmedia.com.

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