Wall And Ceiling Alliance Events Newswire

Clear, Confident Communication: Coaching from Jen Nonn-Murphy, MSA 2/11/2026 10:00 AM - 2/11/2026 11:00 AM

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:13:01 GMT

This workshop introduces a simple, memorable strategy using the familiar 5W + How framework to help participants organize their thoughts before speaking. The goal is to strengthen communication in low-stress daily interactions, so the skill becomes automatic and accessible in high-stress or time-sensitive moments.

Walk away with a simple, proven communication tool to organize your thoughts. Deliver clearer messages and reduce misunderstandings. Communicate with confidence in both everyday and high-pressure situations.

Interactive Experience

This session includes a short, hands-on activity. Please have a blank piece of paper and a Sharpie marker ready!

Register on Zoom here

2026 IUPAT Professionals Forum and Finishing Industries Forum 2/14/2026 - 2/18/2026

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:31:08 GMT

Due to record breaking attendance for this year's IUPAT Professionals Forum and Finishing Industries Forum, the hotel room block at Caesars Palace is full. You may reach out to the hotel directly to check availability and rates being offered. Their phone number for Reservations is (866)227-5938 or click here to go to their website.

All are welcome at this year's Professionals Forum!

Their sessions are designed for IUPAT trustees, contractors, management associations, union leaders and plan professionals. CE credits are available via the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. The Finishing Industries Forum (FIF) is a three-day annual event where discussions and programs focus on the most pressing issues facing our industries, as well as answer questions from attendees about creating and maintaining an effective labor-management relationship. This industry event makes certain employers are armed with every tool made available by the IUPAT to increase market share, field the best trained workforce and successfully navigate the legislative and regulatory issues in today’s industries.

To learn more and / or to register, visit IUPAT's registration website: www.web.event.com/

Webinar: Independent Contractor vs. Employee, New Rule Issued by The Department of Labor 2/24/2026 10:00 AM - 2/24/2026 11:00 AM

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:10:21 GMT

Overview:

Failure to comply with the new rules can have devastating financial consequences and can result in back pay for overtime not paid, the IRS penalizing you for back income taxes, FICA and states going after you for unpaid income taxes, workers compensation premiums and unemployment payments.

US Department of Labor recovers $532K in back wages after employer misclassifies them as contractors.

A federal court in Virginia has entered a judgment ordering a Norfolk-based medical staffing agency, which intentionally violated federal laws by classifying their workers as independent contractors and denied employees their rightfully earned overtime wages, to pay more than $7.2 million in back wages and liquidated damages.

As you can see, violating the law regarding independent contractors can be very expensive.

Complying with the new rules is just a smart business practice.

Why You Should Attend: After going through this webinar, participants will know:

The new rules the Department of Labor will use to determine employee vs independent contractors
The new guidelines the safest way to use independent contractors
What to include in independent contractor agreements

Areas Covered in the Session:

The new DOL six factor test on Independent Contractors vs Employees
IRS Common Law Rules Regarding Independent Contractors
ABC Common Law Method
Differences in Financial Obligations
Consequences of Misclassifying Employees as Independent Contractors
Independent Contractor Agreements
What's Going to Get You in Trouble
Action Item

Who Will Benefit:

Human Resources Professionals
Business Owners
Supervisors
Managers

Speaker Profile

Bob McKenzie, has over 40 years of human resources management experience. His background includes a wide range of hands-on experience in all areas of Human resources management in all types of industries within the public and private sectors. Bob has been cited in a number of Human Resources trade publications. Among them are HR.com, HR Magazine, HR Florida Review, Vault.com, BNA and the Institute of Management and Administration and the Business Journal. He has been a speaker at a number of conferences as well as audio and web-based seminars. Bob is a graduate of Rider University where he received a Bachelor of Science in Commerce Degree and double majored in Industrial Relations and Organizational Behavior.

To register, visit their website: www.webinarshr.com

2026 WACA Crab Feed - Bistro Boudin Restaurant 2/26/2026 3:30 PM - 2/26/2026 8:00 PM

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 19:29:50 GMT

***Please Note:

This is a Members Only Dinner Meeting. Please do not register if you are not a Contractor or Associate Member **

If you are not a member but are interested in attending, please contact Sherry at: sherry@wallandceiling.org

Cocktails & Appetizers at 3:30 PM

Dinner at 5:00 PM

RSVP soon as we expect this meeting to sell out!

$85 Per Person

$400 Sponsorship Opportunity - includes (2) tickets & logo signage at event, in magazine & e-newsletter

Onsite Parking Available: Bistro Boudin will validate two (2) hours of parking. Remember to bring your parking ticket with you for validation. Other non-validated public parking is available in the area.

Hotel: The Argonaut Hotel, located just steps away from Bistro Boudin, is a good option for lodging. Click here for reservations.

Review WACA's Meeting, Event, & COVID-19 Policies here.

Cancellation Policy: Full refund without penalty will be granted 7 days prior to the event date. Cancellations received less than 7 days from the event date are responsible for the full registration fee. To cancel, email Sherry Hadnot at: sherry@wallandceiling.org