Business Development
Supporting member companies with resources, training, and strategies to operate successful businesses in the wall and ceiling industry
Професійна асоціація, що об'єднує компанії індустрії стін та стель для розвитку бізнесу
About Organization
Асоціація надає послуги та ресурси для компаній індустрії стін та стель, допомагаючи членам вести успішний бізнес через інновації та професійні зв'язки. Заснована у 1976 році у Falls Church, VA, організація має 15 співробітників та 28 волонтерів. Річний дохід становить $5.7 мільйона станом на 2024 рік.
Business Development
Supporting member companies with resources, training, and strategies to operate successful businesses in the wall and ceiling industry
Industry Connection
Creating networking opportunities and fostering collaboration among professionals to strengthen industry relationships and knowledge sharing
Innovation Advancement
Promoting new technologies, best practices, and innovative solutions to drive growth and excellence across the industry
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2024)
$5.7M
+19.9% vs 2023
Expenses (2024)
$4.8M
+9.5% vs 2023
Assets (2024)
$15.2M
+7.6% vs 2023
Employees (2024)
15
-11.8% vs 2023
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,670,582 | $4,765,546 | $15,216,409 | 15 |
| 2023 | $4,728,872 | $4,350,539 | $14,142,066 | 17 |
| 2022 | $4,601,121 | $4,187,708 | $13,081,200 | 15 |
| 2020 | $3,476,308 | $2,996,056 | $13,613,170 | 15 |
| 2019 | $2,838,545 | $3,782,779 | $11,344,532 | 15 |
| 2018 | $4,533,095 | $4,277,774 | $11,637,283 | 16 |
| 2017 | $4,787,020 | $4,285,307 | $12,136,428 | 13 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Connect businesses in the wall and ceiling industry through membership programs and networking platforms
Deliver educational materials, training programs, and business tools to enhance member operational capabilities
Foster collaboration among members to develop innovative solutions and advance industry practices
Enable business success through advocacy, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional development opportunities
Services and programs offered by Association Of The Wall And Ceiling
Provides business support, resources, and networking opportunities for wall and ceiling industry companies to enhance operational success
Offers training programs, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to advance professional skills and industry standards
Facilitates collaboration and innovation among members to develop new solutions and best practices for industry growth
Represents member interests and promotes industry advancement through policy engagement and professional advocacy efforts
Meet the people behind Association Of The Wall And Ceiling.
1976
1976
Organization established to serve the wall and ceiling industry professionals
2019
2019
Organization began significant expansion with revenue increasing from $2.8 million
2024
2024
Reached $5.7 million in annual revenue, nearly doubling since 2019
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2024)
$1.4M
Highest Paid
$441K
Michael F Stark
Compensated Officers
6
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael F Stark | CEO | $362,634 | $77,914 | $440,548 | 40 |
| Laura Porinchak | DIR., Communications (To Jun '24) | $218,709 | $26,487 | $245,196 | 40 |
| Joe Fernandez | DIR., Bus. DEV. & Ad Sales | $161,794 | $30,566 | $192,360 | 40 |
| Michael Kowalski | SR DIR.,Finance & Operations | $152,250 | $28,444 | $180,694 | 40 |
| Annemarie Selvitelli | DIR., Education & Member Services | $144,350 | $28,808 | $173,158 | 36 |
| Brittany Lord-Buchanan | DIR., Convention & Conferences | $139,201 | $27,215 | $166,416 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael F Stark | CEO | $347,478 | $70,360 | $417,838 | 40 |
| Joe Fernandez | DIR. Bus. DEV. & Ad. Sales | $180,191 | $28,616 | $208,807 | 40 |
| Laura Porinchak | DIR. Of Communications | $154,800 | $28,142 | $182,942 | 40 |
| Michael Kowalski | SR DIR. Of Finance & Operations | $143,900 | $28,193 | $172,093 | 40 |
| Annemarie Selvitelli | DIR. Of Education & Member | $136,300 | $27,314 | $163,614 | 36 |
| Don Allen | DIR. Technical Services | $115,388 | $22,205 | $137,593 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael F Stark | CEO | $329,959 | $68,957 | $398,916 | 40 |
| Brent Stone | ASSOC. Publisher,SR DIR. (To Jul '22) | $157,013 | $22,793 | $179,806 | 40 |
| Laura Porinchak | DIR. Of Communications | $146,150 | $26,178 | $172,328 | 40 |
| Michael Kowalski | SR DIR. Of Finance & Operations | $131,000 | $26,335 | $157,335 | 40 |
| Karen Bilak | DIR. Conventions & Conferences | $122,870 | $26,234 | $149,104 | 40 |
| Annemarie Selvitelli | DIR. Of Education & Member Services | $122,083 | $25,629 | $147,712 | 36 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael F Stark | CEO | $299,475 | $61,290 | $360,765 | 40 |
| Brent Stone | ASSOC. Publisher,SR DIR. | $265,033 | $33,658 | $298,691 | 40 |
| Laura Porinchak | Director Of Communications | $140,400 | $24,662 | $165,062 | 40 |
| Michael Kowalski | Director Of Finance | $122,000 | $23,711 | $145,711 | 40 |
| Chris Williams | Director Of Membership | $126,883 | $12,593 | $139,476 | 40 |
| Karen Bilak | Director, Conventions & Co | $114,976 | $24,127 | $139,103 | 40 |
| Annemarie Selvitelli | Director Of Education | $113,500 | $23,625 | $137,125 | 36 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Etkin | EXEC VP/CEO/Emeritus (To Dec '19) | $475,416 | $65,944 | $541,360 | 36 |
| Brent Stone | ASSOC. Publisher,SR DIR. | $217,212 | $31,971 | $249,183 | 40 |
| Bahman Kheradmand | Director, Accounting | $139,365 | $25,200 | $164,565 | 40 |
| Laura Porinchak | Director Of Communications & Editor | $136,050 | $24,669 | $160,719 | 40 |
| Annemarie Selvitelli | Director Of Education | $119,557 | $23,115 | $142,672 | 40 |
| Chris Williams | Director Of Membership | $121,800 | $18,069 | $139,869 | 40 |
| Karen Bilak | Director, Conventions & Co | $108,934 | $22,159 | $131,093 | 40 |
| Michael F Stark | CEO (From Sep '19) | $77,724 | $17,923 | $95,647 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
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