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equals A single, industry-wide certification program united under the WFCP umbrella. A single brand for quality education, a single appelation for consumers to recognize. Read more about this important merger on page 28 and see what two WFCP members have to say about the merger below. Cheryl Draa (Passion for quality) Merging the WFCP and WCAA certifications is a terrific idea! We frequent the same places, love the same things and enjoy
CONTRIBUTORS IN THIS ISSUE Maria Bayer, Gail Doby, Hilde Francq, Neil Gordon, Bruce Heyman, Jill Ragan Scully DESIGNERS & WORKROOMS FEATURED IN THIS ISSUE Cheryl Draa, Marina Klima Goldberg, Mary Whitaker SPECIAL THANKS TO Roger Bayley, Paul Huang, Miriam Moore, Scott Salvator, Michele Williams 2014 EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD Donna Elle, Donna Elle Seaside Living John Fitzgerald, Comfortex Neil Gordon, Decorating with Fabric Joyce Holt Susette Kubiak, Drapery Connection Rory McNeil, TechStyles Window Covering Products Inc. Tom Perkowitz,Horizons Window Fashions Inc. Jane Shea, Blinds Unlimited SUBSCRIPTIONS 877-344-7406 • WFVision@pubservice.com
networking together, so it seems a good marriage of minds. I’m looking forward to seeing the passion for quality continue in the group, but I’m also glad the public will continue to see the difference in what experience and certification can bring to their homes.
Mary Whitaker (Educational bonus) As an interior designer I've had wonderful opportuni-
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ties to visit a number of interior design markets and conferences this year from coast to coast. How interesting it is to see what's trending in the markets and also to notice the regional differences in tastes and styles! It's such a bonus to be able to chat with designers around the country and share our experiences and knowledge.
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