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WIFI Announces Spring 2025 Scholarship Program and Professional Development Events for Women in Flooring

By FLOOR Trends & Installation Editors
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April 24, 2025

Women In the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI) has launched its Spring 2025 Scholarship Program with applications open through April 30, offering financial support for women seeking education and career advancement in the flooring sector. 

The non-profit is simultaneously rolling out three professional development opportunities throughout April, including partnership events with Starnet in Carlsbad, a virtual LinkedIn optimization workshop, and an in-person goal-setting session at the Coverings trade show in Orlando. These initiatives reflect WIFI's ongoing commitment to attracting, educating, and empowering women in an industry traditionally dominated by men.


WIFI Scholarship Program – Spring 2025 Round Now Open

Deadline to apply: April 30, 2025
 Apply Here

WIFI is accepting applications for the spring round of its ongoing Scholarship Program. This initiative provides financial support for women pursuing post-secondary education or continuing education within the flooring industry. Scholarships are awarded in two categories:

  • Post-Secondary Education Scholarships: For students enrolled in college, trade, or technical schools who are seeking a degree, certificate, or certification. Eligible applicants include women currently working in the floor covering industry or those with a demonstrated interest in entering it. Award amounts range from $1,000 to $5,000 and may be used for tuition, fees, books, and housing (if enrolled full-time). 
  • Continuing Education Scholarships: For women with a minimum of three years in the flooring industry who are looking to advance their skills through classes or training programs. Awards range from $250 to $1,000 and cover the direct cost of the course.

WIFI + Women of Starnet Partnership - Starnet Spring Meeting, Carlsbad, CA

Join us for an exciting networking and learning sessions with WIFI + Women of Starnet:

  • Thursday, April 24th, 6:15pm PST WOS Mentoring Program Meet-up
  • Friday, April 25th, 11:45am PST How to Guide for WBE & MBE Contracts

For more information, visit womeninflooring.org/gatherings. 

WIFI Power Hour: Rock Your LinkedIn Profile

Tuesday, April 29, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. EST
Location: Virtual Event
 Register Here

WIFI’s April Power Hour is focused on enhancing LinkedIn profiles as a tool for professional branding and career growth. This session is ideal for individuals entering the workforce, seeking advancement, or navigating a career transition and is led by Katherine Murphy, principal customer success manager at LinkedIn. Participants will gain insight into:

  • Tailoring a profile to reflect a unique career journey
  • Incorporating media that enhances visibility 
  • Highlighting accomplishments and aspirations effectively
  • Using compelling profile language to convey a clear professional narrative

WIFI Workshop: Map Your Momentum – 2025 Goals

Wednesday, April 30, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST
Location: Galvanize Lounge, Coverings, Orlando
 Register Here

Join WIFI at Coverings for a powerful, in-person vision and goal-setting session. This free workshop provides an energizing environment for reflection and professional inspiration, complete with a hands-on creative activity. Led by:

  • Danielle Lancianese, director of tile & stone category, Shaw Industries Group
  • Amie Gilmore, WIFI board member & TISE show director, Informa

Attendees will craft vision boards, explore personal growth strategies, and leave with actionable plans to align their goals with purpose for 2025. 

To apply for scholarships or register for WIFI’s free events, visit womeninflooring.org. To support WIFI’s scholarships and free programming, join Friends of WIFI at www.womeninflooring.org/give. 

KEYWORDS: education and training women in flooring Women in the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI)

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