Join the Welding Equipment Manufacturers Committee (WEMCO) on February 26-28, 2009, and spend two days examining the impact of industry globalization, and the economic potential in emerging markets. Each year, the WEMCO Annual Meetings continue to bring together top-level executives from the major welding equipment manufacturers’ arena throughout the United States and Canada. The 2009 Annual Meeting promises to be especially informative and dynamic.

During WEMCO’s two-day analysis, issues surrounding rapid growth and expansion, as well as trends of private labeling will be discussed. With more developing countries integrating with the world economy and an increase in the private label sector, globalization and private labeling has changed business practices in America, and will continue to affect industries in the future.

The legendary Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Resort and Spa is the ideal location for the 2009 WEMCO Annual Meeting. Beautifully nestled in the hills of north San Diego, California, the resort is conveniently located within 30 minutes of most area attractions. With its warm and intimate setting, attendees can spend their evenings relaxing in the newly renovated spa, or networking with old and new friends. Take the opportunity to join fellow attendees for a game of golf on Thursday and Saturday afternoons. The fee to attend the 2009 WEMCO Annual Meeting is $720 per attendee, and $225 for spouses and guests. WEMCO has also secured a group rate with the Rancho Bernardo Inn of $250 per room, per night, plus applicable taxes.

Register to attend the 2009 WEMCO Annual Meeting today! Registration forms can be submitted via e-mail at wemco@aws.org, or via fax at 305-442-7451. For further information about the Annual Meeting, please contact Natalie James-Tapley at 800-443-9353, ext. 444, or via e-mail at tapley@aws.org.

*Guests that are eligible for WEMCO membership may attend only one WEMCO Annual Meeting.