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We can’t wait for CWC this year!!

CWC 2026 Sneak Peek!
We are working on the event brochure. It will be published on May 1st (or sooner if we can). Here is a sneak peek at the line up for the "Education Station".

The "Education Station" is a dedicated space for back-to-back learning opportunities on the exhibit hall floor. Sponsored by the Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library, on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. See the list of topics and teachers below.

This is just a sneak peek. We can't wait to share the class line-up for the Monday and Wednesday education programs with you! There is no better place for workrooms to learn, network and share than CWC. Save the date - September 28-30, 2026 in Erie, PA.

CWC 2026 Sneak Peek!
We are working on the event brochure. It will be published on May 1st (or sooner if we can). Here is a sneak peek at the line up for the "Education Station".

The "Education Station" is a dedicated space for back-to-back learning opportunities on the exhibit hall floor. Sponsored by the Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library, on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. See the list of topics and teachers below.

This is just a sneak peek. We can't wait to share the class line-up for the Monday and Wednesday education programs with you! There is no better place for workrooms to learn, network and share than CWC. Save the date - September 28-30, 2026 in Erie, PA.

The CWC Event Brochure is out!!! I’m so excited!

2026 Custom Workroom Conference Event Brochure Custom Workroom Conference will take place September 28-30, 2026, at the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, PA.

The countdown is on!!!

We are getting closer to letting you know all the details of this year's Custom Workroom Conference. Are you excited to attend? We can't wait!

Here is the timeline...
Friday, May 1
We will publish the CWC Event Brochure. It includes the full schedule, class descriptions, information about the instructors and keynote speaker, parties and social events, the Exhibitor Marketplace and Education Station schedule, and how to register. You will find links to rsvp for the party and to sign up for the NUA lunch riverboat cruise. There will be a link to reserve your rooms in the CWC room block with a discounted rate at both hotels.

Monday, June 1
Registration opens! Be ready to sign up by choosing one class from each class session. Cost to attend is $600.00 and includes welcome reception, full breakfast each day, lunch and keynote address, party/social event, Exhibitor Marketplace and Education Station, coffee breaks and a few surprises!

Save the date for Custom Workroom Conference, September 28-30, 2026 at the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, PA. CELEBRATING 10 YEARS!

Hope you are already planning for this!!! Can’t wait to see everyone there!

Start planning your trip to Erie, PA for Custom Workroom Conference!

CWC 2026 Schedule

Sunday, September 27, 2026
Pre-event sponsored by the National Upholstery Association (details coming soon)
5:00 - 7:00 pm, Registration and Welcome Reception sponsored by Trivantage

Monday, September 28, 2026
7:00 - 8:30 am, CWC Attendee Breakfast (sponsorship available)
8:30 am – 10:00 am, Education Program: Session 1
Coffee break sponsored by B&B Hardware
10:45 am – 12:15 pm, Education Program: Session 2
12:15 - 1:45 pm, Lunch and keynote address sponsored by Hanes Fabrics
1:45 - 3:15 pm, Education Program: Session 3
Coffee break sponsored by WCAA
4:00 – 5:30 pm, Education Program: Session 4
8:00 - 10:00 pm, Social Event & Party sponsored by Helser Brothers

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
7:00 - 8:30 am, CWC Attendee (sponsorship available)
9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Exhibitor Marketplace
9:30 am - 4:30 pm, Education Station sponsored by Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library,
5:30 - 6:30 pm, After Marketplace Mixer (sponsorship available)

Wednesday, September 30, 2026
7:00 - 8:30 am, CWC Attendee Breakfast (sponsorship available)
8:30 - 9:30 am, Complete hotel check-out & bring luggage to class with you
9:30 am – 12:00 pm, Education Program: Session 5
10:30 - 11:00 am, Coffee break (sponsorship available)
12:15 - 12:45 pm, Closing comments and goodbye message

Ann is always an amazing teacher and I learn something from her every time I hear her! Join us tomorrow!

Educating the Modern Workroom Classes by Ann K. Johnson. Presented by the WCAA.

Don't miss this fantastic conversation with Ann Johnson! PRO Plus members have received a registration email.

Wishing you a season of peace and rest!