The Women in Finishing (WiF) FORUM features a variety of professional and personal development sessions and workshops geared toward women, as well as networking and team building activities. Through unique programming, participants will learn new ways to deal with issues that impact effectiveness, maximize professional impact, build strategies for success, and much more.
All women who have chosen or are pursuing a career in industrial finishing, from the finishing line to executive management, are invited and encouraged to attend the WiF FORUM.
Schedule subject to change.
Sponsorships are still available.
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Group Discount: Register two or more people from the same company at the same time to receive the group discount. The first registrant pays the full registration fee and each additional attendee receives a 10% discount.
If you are a CCAI-WiF member, you must log into your member account to receive the membership discount.
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Cancellations received 30 days prior to the start of the event will receive a refund of registration fees less a $50 processing fee. Registrations cancelled within 30 days are non-refundable.
Name substitutions are always permitted at no cost.
We have made arrangements for a discounted group rate of $169 plus tax at the Wyndham Pittsburgh University Center . Use the link below to make reservations directly with the hotel.
Note, rooms are limited at these rates so be sure to make your hotel reservations as soon as possible. Please book your room within our block listed below as it enables us to keep costs low for attendees.
$169 plus tax
$29 per night
Rate includes: Complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour access to fitness studio & indoor pool, hair dryer and coffee.
Make Your Hotel ReservationYou do not need to enter any codes to get our rate; it should note Women in Finishing FORUM – 2023 next to the rate.
The hotel cutoff date for reservations at the discounted rate is Monday, April 10th 2023.
Established to honor the memory of one of WiF’s first official members, the Elizabeth Teska Women in Finishing FORUM Scholarship Program aims to support women in the industrial finishing and coatings industry by expanding their opportunity to participate in WiF programs. Specifically, the scholarship will enable more women to participate in the annual WiF FORUM by covering registration fees and accommodation costs for two nights for up to two successful applicants annually. Recipients are selected by the CCAI Finishing Education Foundation Board of Directors.
Application deadline has passed.
The Women in Finishing FORUM is designed to offer meaningful presentations & networking opportunities to women in the industrial finishing community.
Women make up a larger portion of our workforce than ever before. The WiF FORUM allows for discussions, exchange of ideas, and social activities that will make our industry stronger.