Individual Membership

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With over 1,500 members globally, The Wire Association International (WAI), Inc. is an industry leader in the ferrous, nonferrous, electrical, fiber optic, and fastener segments of the wire and cable industry.

As a WAI member you can expect to exchange ideas with like-minded professionals, experts, and pioneers in the wire and cable industry. An annual membership supports the association that boosts your career by hosting trade events, educational media, and networking forums. Member discounts apply to all WAI products, services, and event registrations.

See the Benefits

Includes a subscription to Wire Journal International, free registration for webinars, and access to a database of technical papers and the digital archive of Wire Journal International.

Discounted pricing to networking events, opportunities to volunteer on WAI boards and committees, and access to exclusive member lounges at WAI trade shows.

Save money with discounts on events, tours, the WAI bookstore, and educational programs.

Individual Dues

*Multi-Year options are available.
$ 150 *Yearly
  • Networking opportunities
  • Access industry insights
  • Exclusive discounts
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WAI members rank networking
as the #1 reason to join

I joined the WAI to be able to identify users of my type of equipment. It helped me build a business and meet other people involved in steel wire production.
Robert DaltonFormer President
R.D Process International
Robert Dalton
The WAI has given me many opportunities to connect with people and resources I would not have otherwise been able to. The education offerings were pivotal in my early years and I still take advantage of the educational offerings some 33 years into my career.
Drew RichardsCEO
RichardsApex, Inc
Drew Richards
Being a part of the WAI has helped me be informed on what is going on in the industry, and also helped me get my name and business name out in the industry.
Pati KellyExecutive Recruiter
EVP Recruiting
Pati Kelly
When I came to US, joining was a easy way to connect with a variety of people in the industry from engineering, purchasing and management. The available recourses being technical or personnel are great to get started and grow.
Andy ZinnerVP Ops & Service
Niehoff Endex NA
Andy Zinner
I joined WAI in 2016. I enjoy the industry and market knowledge gained by attending Interwire and Wire Expo and discussing the industry with my peers.
Robert GagnonSales Director
Bedra, Inc.
Robert Gagnon
It's been a great opportunity to meet people across the industry. We regularly use the Fundamentals course for new employee training. I've had a chance to be active on chapter and national boards, travel abroad, and learn about new business and industry specific technologies.
Tim FingeroosTechnical Services Manager
Charter Steel
Tim Fingeroos
Becoming a WAI member has been a strategic investment in my career. Access to its vast library of technical resources, webinars, and expert articles has provided me with in-depth, up-to-date knowledge of the latest technologies and industry trends.
Irvin Leonel Lanza SantamaríaOwner
i-lanza Consultor y Asesor Independiente
Irvin Leonel Lanza Santamaría
WAI is one of the most important organizations in wire and cable industry. I always get very good information and that helps my development.
Sevgür ArslanpayCEO
Sarkuysan A.S.
Sevgür Arslanpay
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Contact Membership@wirenet.org