CCAI Rebrands to Industrial Finishing & Coatings Association

In an ongoing effort to better define the association and who we serve, the Chemical Coaters Association International (CCAI) is rebranding and becoming the Industrial Finishing and Coating Association (IFCA). 

The transition to IFCA represents more than a name change. It is a strategic step that aligns the association’s identity with the diverse technologies, processes, and professionals that make up today’s industrial finishing and coating marketplace. 

“Input from new chapters indicated that it’s been difficult to easily define that CCAI provides education, training and networking to the industrial finishing industry,” notes CCAI Executive Director Anne Goyer. “The board agreed that IFCA better defines who we are and who we serve.”  IFCA positions the association for future growth, ensuring it remains relevant, responsive, and effective in supporting finishing industry professionals for years to come.

National President Michelle Striggow comments, “Industrial Finishing & Coating Association is such a fitting name that perfectly captures who we are and what we represent. As an equipment supplier, I always felt the need to have an elevator pitch ready to explain my involvement with CCAI. Now, with “finishing” as part of the name, it explains itself and instantly communicates our purpose. With our fantastic board, this change is a testament to our collaborative spirit.”

The rebranding process will take place over the next several months.