96th WPMA Annual Meeting Orlando, Florida October 7-8, 2026

You’re Invited to the WPMA 96th Annual Meeting!

WPMA 96th Annual Meeting
October 7–8, 2026 | Orlando, Florida
Hilton Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs® Area

Join us as we celebrate 96th annual meeting, collaboration, and craftsmanship at WPMA’s Annual Meeting—this year in beautiful Orlando, just steps away from Disney Springs.

This Year’s Itinerary Includes:

Keynote Presentation – Skot Waldron
Leadership and communication expert Skot Waldron will present “The Challenges of Change: Unlock Leadership Communications.”

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, change is constant. Skot will share practical strategies to help leaders communicate more effectively, strengthen team alignment, and confidently guide their organizations through transition.

FSC Training Q&A with Tony Lamberton
Gain valuable insight and get your questions answered during an interactive FSC-focused session with Tony Lamberton. Learn more about the WPMA's discounted FSC certification program!

AI in Manufacturing with Adam Marsh of Ledge, Inc.
Returning by popular demand, Adam Marsh from Ledge, Inc. will share practical, real-world applications of AI in manufacturing. We’re also excited to introduce a new WPMA member benefit: discounted AI services with Ledge, Inc.

Optional Annual Golf Event
Enjoy a relaxing and engaging round of golf with fellow members.

WPMA’s Famous Mystery Night
Our signature evening event returns with a completely surprise itinerary. We collaborate with standout local venues to give you a true taste of the city—great atmosphere, great company, and a memorable night built around connection and fun.

Industry Plant Tours 

1. Zaho Global Enterprises

Zaho Global Enterprises is an Orlando-based architectural millwork and specialty fabrication company serving the hospitality, entertainment, commercial, and luxury interior markets. The company provides turnkey solutions from design and engineering through manufacturing and installation, producing custom millwork, casework, metal, glass, and specialty architectural components for high-profile projects across the United States and internationally. (Zaho Global Enterprises)

2. Nassal

Nassal is a global leader in themed construction and immersive environment fabrication headquartered in Orlando. For more than 40 years, the company has designed, fabricated, and installed custom environments for theme parks, museums, aquariums, zoos, resorts, and other attractions. Its expertise includes custom millwork, scenic fabrication, rockwork, specialty finishes, and integrated design-build services for some of the world's most recognized entertainment destinations. (Nassal)

Questions?
Contact WPMA for details and updates.

Meeting Agenda: 

  
Hilton Lake Buena Vista – Disney Springs®| 
Orlando, FL 

Wednesday, October 7, 2026  
• Morning (7:15AM) – Golf  
• 1:00 PM – Registration Opens & Welcome Kick things off with check-in. Grab your Welcome Gift and badge  
• 2:00 PM – FSC® Training Workshop with Tony Lamberton, FSC® Program Manager  
• 3:00 PM – WPMA Business Meeting & Keynote Address  
o Welcome & Association updates – George Melnyk, Association President 
o Roll Call – We ask you to introduce yourself, share your company name and a brief description of what they do. 
o Skot Waldron:  The Challenges of Change: Unlock Leadership Communications. 
o AI in Manufacturing with Adam Marsh of Ledge, Inc. 
Returning by popular demand, Adam will share practical, real-world applications of AI in manufacturing. We’re also excited to introduce a new WPMA member benefit: discounted AI services with Ledge, Inc. 
• 6:00 PM – WPMA Welcome Reception & Savory Small Plates  

Thursday, October 8, 2026  
• 7:45 AM Industry Plant Tours  
• Zaho Global - an Orlando-based architectural millwork and specialty fabrication company serving the hospitality, entertainment, commercial, and luxury interior 
markets. 
• Nassal - a global leader in themed construction and immersive environment fabrication headquartered in Orlando 
• Lunch along the way 
• 2:00 PM - Return to Hotel for free time to explore Orlando 
• 4:30PM – 9:00 PM - Mystery Night Event A signature, top-secret WPMA evening filled with immersive entertainment, local cuisine, surprises, and camaraderie in sunny Orlando. Venue details remain under wraps until the event begins. 

Book Your Hotel Now

Limited Rooms Available

We have secured a room block at the Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista, but availability is limited and rooms are expected to fill quickly.

To ensure you stay with the WPMA group and receive the special event rate, we strongly encourage you to book as soon as possible.

Don’t wait — once the block is full, discounted rooms are no longer guaranteed.