Apply now for WAI chapter scholarships for 2026. Eligible WAI members can sponsor children, grandchildren, or dependents. The deadline is March 31. Scholarships are available through the New England, Southeast, Midwest, and Ohio Valley chapters.
Wire Expo 2026 heads to Milwaukee May 6–7 at the Baird Center alongside EWPTE. Explore exhibits, fast technical sessions, networking, and WAI’s Fundamentals course. Registration is now open.
WAI’s education program continues to expand in 2026, and the Education Committee will help guide that growth. Matt Miles chairs the committee, with Erik Perks serving as vice chair. Members represent leading wire and cable companies, suppliers, and universities across the industry.
The Wire Association International has named David M. Fisher, president and CEO of James Monroe Wire and Cable Corp., as its 73rd president for 2026. A WAI member since 2008, Fisher brings 37 years of industry experience and leadership to the association’s global network.
WAI’s Education Center has introduced a complete extrusion learning path for operators, bundling four foundational courses into one flexible program that supports both broad training and targeted skill-building. The launch, highlighted by an “Extrusion Exploration” webinar, signals growing momentum and expanding opportunities for industry professionals to learn, contribute, and stay connected.
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