WELCOME grace note
It’s winter in Minnesota, but we’re all thinking of the warmth of Tampa! Join us there starting March 26 for certification training, seminars, and a show floor filled with exciting new products.
What are you looking forward to in 2018? Send me a shout-out on Facebook—I’d love to hear if you are working on special projects, learning a new skill, or setting some super goals for your business! I predict a healthy year for the window coverings industry. With mortgage rates remaining low, mortgage lenders being creative, and the economy doing well, people are buying and prices are rising in most major markets. We all know this bodes well for window coverings. Housing shortages will create demand for remodeling so we’re looking great on all sides. Home automation and motorization continue as the BIG trend so if you’re not comfortable selling motors, be sure to plan on attending OD Kelly’s Motorization Certification at IWCE this March in Tampa. In addition to motorization, IWCE offers you the opportunity to ramp up your skills in all important areas for window coverings professionals—from business to design to fabrication from leading experts. Check out some of our columnists in this issue who will be presenting in Tampa! What better way to get your business on the right track than meeting friends and peers in sunny Tampa and sharing your experiences while you learn new skills. Put IWCE on your goal list for 2018—I’m looking forward to seeing you there! Warm regards,
Grace McNamara Publisher + CEO 8 | wf-vision.com | Jan + Feb 2018
