IWCE 2023 Was One for the Books The move north from last year’s location of Fort Lauderdale, FL, to Charlotte, NC, enticed 152 exhibitors and sponsors, a 50% increase from 2022. With a sold-out show floor, 3,500 attendees from all 50 states and 36 countries enjoyed thousands of new product offerings, including decorative fabric, hardware and trims to the most cutting-edge shades, all with motorized options and new growth in outdoor sun-control products such as sunscreens, awnings and high-tech umbrellas. We thoroughly enjoyed networking with our industry professionals, reconnecting with returning attendees and exhibitors, and meeting fresh faces coming to IWCE for the first time. Many of you showcased your excitement and participation on social media by creating reels, sharing photos and highlighting your favorite parts of IWCE. It was a pleasure to meet a handful of our 20 Under 40 award recipients at our celebratory toast on Friday. It’s so important and encouraging to connect with the next generation who will pioneer our industry forward. IWCE brings all of us together in one central location to network, learn, and grow and we look forward to bringing you an exhilarating show in Dallas next year!
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“This was a designer’s dream to see the product offerings and take the great variety of classes. The indepth level of information with the professional presentation style of the speakers was excellent. Each seminar attended offered an abundance of solutions both for business savvy and design creativity.” — KAREN FISCHER, PRINCIPAL OF DESIGN DETAILS
“As a retailer, I was impressed with the wide array of manufacturers and supporting businesses that were on the floor.” — OLIVER SCHREIBER, CEO, BELTWAY BLINDS
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