Recognizing the need for high impact education and training that supports recruitment and retention within the industrial finishing and coating industry, the Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Education Foundation (CCAI FEF), a 501(c)(3) tax exempt charitable organization, was established in November 2018.

With the generous support of corporations and individuals, CCAI FEF helps fund and provides access to effective and affordable programs supporting the advancement of the industrial finishing and coatings industry.

Women in Finishing

Women in Finishing (WiF) provides a platform that fosters personal and professional development for women who have chosen or are pursuing a career in the finishing industry. WiF is inclusive of all levels and responsibilities within the industry, from the finishing line to executive management.

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Programs

A variety of education, training and development programs are supported by funds raised through CCAI FEF. Existing programs are updated and expanded to keep up with industry demands and new programs are being developed and implemented as required.

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Scholarship Recipients

The Chemical Coaters Association International Finishing Education Foundation (CCAI FEF) is proud to announce this year’s scholarship recipients.

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CCAI Finishing Academy

There is an ongoing and expansive need for skilled employees in the world of industrial finishing. The CCAI Finishing Academy was established provide training to existing personnel as well as new talent. Through the academy, an in-depth curriculum addressing multiple facts of industrial finishing has been developed. Currently available as online courses, in-person training classes will be available in the future.

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2023 FRIENDS OF THE FOUNDATION

SILVER
Table : GAT Finishing Systems Table : Nordson Corporation Foundation

Thank you to our CCAI Finishing Education Foundation Founding Members

PATRONS

Bob Warren & Carole Curry-Warren

ADVOCATES
Table : Axalta Coating Systems Table : BASF Chemetall Table : PPG Table : Sames Table : Sherwin Williams
SUPPORTERS
Table : GAT Finishing Systems Table : Global Finishing Systems Table : Graco Foundation Table : IFS Coatings Table : KOCH Foundation Table : MightyHook Table : TTX Table : Quaker Houghton Table : Chemical Coaters Association International - Northern Illinois Chapter Table : Chemical Coaters Association International - Southern California Chapter Table : Chemical Coaters Association International - Twin Cities Chapter Table : Chemical Coaters Association International - West Michigan Chapter