WMA Early Bird Registration & Keynote Speakers Announcement
- World Millwork Alliance
- Mar 3
- 2 min read
Media Contact:
Amanda Smith
Director of Events and Operations
Early Bird Registration Opens April 3rd for the WMA Annual Convention & Tradeshow
Keynote Speakers Announced - Colonel Nicole Malachowski and Connor Lokar, ITR Economics
New Port Richey, FL — March 16, 2026 - The World Millwork Alliance (WMA) announced today that Early Bird Registration will open April 3 for the 2026 WMA Annual Convention & Tradeshow, scheduled for September 14–16 at Loews Royal Pacific Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Recognized as the premier event for the millwork industry, the convention brings together wholesale distributors, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry leaders for three days of education, networking, and business development. The program will feature keynote presentations focused on leadership, resilience, and the economic outlook shaping the industry.
WMA will welcome Colonel Nicole Malachowski (USAF, Ret.) as the Opening Keynote on Monday, September 14. A 2019 inductee into the U.S. National Women’s Hall of Fame, Malachowski served more than 21 years in the United States Air Force as a fighter pilot and commander, including flying the F-15E Strike Eagle and accumulating over 2,300 flight hours, including 188 in combat. She also flew as a U.S. Air Force Thunderbird pilot, served as a White House Fellow, and advised the First Lady of the United States. Her presentations draw from her experiences breaking barriers in the military and overcoming personal adversity.
The Tuesday, September 15 Keynote will feature Connor Lokar, Senior Forecaster at ITR Economics, a familiar and highly anticipated presenter for WMA members. Lokar provides data-driven economic insights on trends impacting manufacturing, construction, and supply chains, helping industry leaders make informed strategic decisions.
Early Bird Registration opens April 3, offering discounted registration rates for members and and industry professionals. Additional program details will be announced in the coming months.
To learn more and register when Early Bird opens, visit: www.worldmillworkalliance.com
About World Millwork Alliance
World Millwork Alliance (WMA) is a global trade association that connects wholesale distributors, manufacturers, and suppliers across the millwork industry. WMA’s mission is to promote impactful connections and provide solution-driven platforms that advance the millwork industry through education, advocacy, regulatory guidance, and industry collaboration.
