10 CEU-Accredited Education Sessions Announced for April Event
- Blake Williams
- Feb 5
- 2 min read
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Raleigh, NC — February 5, 2026 — The International Window Coverings Expo (IWCE) 2026 today announced its lineup of 10 CEU-accredited education sessions, taking place Tuesday, April 21 through Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Raleigh Convention Center.
Designed specifically for window covering professionals, interior designers, dealers, workrooms, and industry leaders, IWCE’s education program delivers practical business strategies, forward-thinking design insights, and actionable tools to help attendees increase profitability, streamline operations, and stay ahead of industry trends.
Each session offers 1.0 CEU credit and covers key topics including design, sustainability, sales, marketing, artificial intelligence, wellness, and business growth.
IWCE 2026 CEU-Accredited Education Schedule
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
9:00 – 10:15 AM A Global Trend Report: What’s Next for Window CoveringsDeb Barrett, Window Dressings | Design / Trend | 1.0 CEU
From Posts to Profits: Building a Sales-Driven Content CalendarMadison Cole, Creekmore Marketing | Marketing / Social Media | 1.0 CEU
1:30 – 2:45 PM Wellness at the WindowDeb Barrett, Window Dressings | Design / Sustainability | 1.0 CEU
3:00 – 4:15 PM Pretty Yet ProfitableEric Ross, Eric Ross Interiors | Sales | 1.0 CEU
AI Meets ROI: Smarter Marketing Wins for Your BusinessKatie Creekmore, Creekmore Marketing | Marketing / AI | 1.0 CEU
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
9:00 – 10:15 AM The AI Advantage: Tools to Work Smarter, Not HarderDeb Barrett, Window Dressings | Business / AI | 1.0 CEU
10:30 – 11:45 AM From Confusion to Confidence: Window Treatments DemystifiedVita Vygovska, Vitalia Inc. | Design | 1.0 CEU
Building Your Dream Design Business: Journey of Three Bold Firms (Panel Discussion)Vicky Serany, Southern Studio Interior Design, Bria Hammel, Bria Hammel Interiors, Christi Barbour, Barbour Spangle Design | Business | 1.0 CEU
Thursday, April 23, 2026
10:30 – 11:45 AMOn the Horizon: Innovations & Trends in Window TreatmentsVita Vygovska, Vitalia Inc. | Design | 1.0 CEU
1:00 – 2:15 PMAI for Creatives: Smarter Content, Less Stress for BeginnersNicole Bedard, Nicole Bedard Photo & Video | Marketing / Social Media | 1.0 CEU
“IWCE’s education program is built for real-world application,” said show organizers. “These CEU-accredited sessions are designed to help professionals work smarter, sell more effectively, and confidently guide clients through design, technology, and business decisions.”
IWCE 2026 will take place April 21–23, 2026, bringing together the window coverings industry’s leading manufacturers, suppliers, educators, and professionals for three days of education, sourcing, networking, and innovation.
The full seminar and education lineup can be viewed at www.iwce-vision.com/seminars.
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About IWCE
The International Window Coverings Expo (IWCE) is the industry’s leading trade event dedicated to window coverings professionals, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, designers, dealers, installers, and workrooms for education, sourcing, and business growth. IWCE 2026 takes place April 21–23, 2026, at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, NC.
Learn more at www.iwce-vision.com.
