Join Us for the Exciting Windows!
2025 CEO Conference
November 6-8, 2025 | Indianapolis, Indiana
Experience 3 great programs to build a better business – all at 1 great event!
- Steve Bursten’s “Make a Friend” 7-Steps Selling System: Learn proven techniques used by million dollar window covering designers, improve your closing rate, sell more to your clients. Learn how to make yourself unforgettable.
- Exciting Windows! CEO Conference: Presentations by industry experts and breakout sessions address the trends and topics you need to know to build a better business. Learn from those who have done it. Network with this international group of professionals and find out for yourself exactly how the best businesses evolve and excel. This is a member’s only event. Inquire about membership today!
- Managing for Profit with Vin Nigara: Higher profit margins. Higher average sales. Lower operational expenses. Identifying opportunities to rise above your competition. This amazing class is available at no charge – a $699 value. Register today!
Steve Bursten’s “Make a Friend” 7-Steps Selling System
Presented by LuAnn University
November 6th, 2025 · 10:30AM-4:00PM
The 2025 Exciting Windows! CEO Conference
A Two-Day Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana
November 7th – 8th, 2025
Indianapolis, Indiana
Meet our Team
LuAnn Nigara
Partner | Exciting Windows!
Host / Moderator
Vin Nigara
Partner | Exciting Windows!
Instructor: Managing for Profit
Jessica Harling
Owner | Behind the Design & Instructor
Steve Bursten’s “make a friend” 7-Steps selling system
Learn from the best.
Experience the Winning Culture of Exciting Windows!
Successful business owners know that the most valuable commodity is information. How and where to get vetted, industry-specific advice has been an obstacle—until now. Exciting Windows! brings each business owner a more pleasurable, profitable, and valuable business…plus an endlessly rewarding affiliation with like-minded members.
Steve Bursten’s “Make a Friend”
7-Steps Selling System
Presented by LuAnn University
November 6th, 2025 · 10:30AM-4:00PM
Don’t miss the best training for window covering sales professionals!
The Most Respected Industry Selling System. Over 500 Graduates. Many Sell Over $1,000,000 a year.
- View Photo Portfolio to close on first call
- Increase Closing Rate
- Sell More to each customer
- Eyeball Estimate BEFORE showing samples
- Free bonus session – Managing for Profit with Vin Nigara
Learn the Exciting Windows! sales process to achieve higher sales and higher gross profits with instructor Jessica Harling.
I spend my time now as a leader working to develop and inspire our team members.
— RICK BAKER, CEO GALAXY DRAPERIES
“It’s simple, if you want to improve your business you need to surround yourself with people that challenge you. And you’ll find that in exciting windows”
— MAEK PEREL, HOMESTEAD WINDOW TREATMENTS
The CEO Conference Schedule
Give your business a jump start with three days of powerful instruction!
- Thursday November 6th
- 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Managing for Profit - Instructor: Vin Nigara - 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Steve Bursten's "Make a Friend" 7-Step Selling System with Jessica Harling - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
NAC Meeting - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Opening Reception - Friday November 7th
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Registration Desk Opens - 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Opening Remarks
Review Goals from 2025 Annual Conference - 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Peer Level Roundtable - Session #1 & Recap
KPIs That Matter for Each Position
Get specific on performance metrics that help hold your team accountable. Share what KPIs are realistic and impactful at your stage of growth. - 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Break - 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Sponsor Highlight - Insolroll - 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
Peer Level Roundtable - Session #2 & Recap
Owner Capacity & Delegation at Your Stage
Delegation looks different at every level of ownership. Whether you're running solo and neck-deep in daily operations, building structure with a small team, or shifting into a strategic leadership role, this session is designed to match where you are. Explore what to delegate, when to do it, and whether a VA or an in-person hire makes the most sense for your current stage. - 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Lunch - 2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
Sponsor Highlight - Sunbrella
- Friday November 7th Continued
- 2:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Mixed-Level Presentation & Roundtable - Session #3 & Recap
Profitability Strategies
Explore how companies of all sizes are increasing margins through smarter pricing, efficiency, or cost control. What can be learned from lean operations or large-scale volume? - 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Member Presentation - Mike Lin, Sonic Blinds
Building Your Personal Retirement Plan
Longtime Exciting Windows! member Mike Lin shares the practical strategies he’s used to build millions in retirement assets. Designed for entrepreneurs, this session will guide you through setting realistic financial goals and using three key pillars - investments, real estate, and the value of your business - to build your own personal retirement plan. - 5:00 PM
Day 1 Ends - Dinner at your leisure, see you tomorrow! - Saturday, November 8th
- 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
NAC Report - 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Peer Level Roundtable - Session #4 & Recap
Infrastructure Investment by Revenue
From hiring to software to showrooms - what's worth investing in right now? Share wins and losses on capital and operational improvements by revenue band. - 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Break - 11:15 AM - 1:30 PM
Mixed-Level Presentation & Roundtable - Session #5 & Recap
AI Strategies for the Window Treatment Business
How are others using AI for quoting, client communication, marketing, or back-end ops? Get inspired by a range of applications, from simple to advanced. - 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Goal Setting with LuAnn - 2:30 PM
CEO Conference Ends - Have a safe journey home!
What’s Included?
Managing for Profit - Vin Nigara- All Presentations
Success Panels- Roundtable Discussions
Cocktails and Conversation
Registration Coming Soon
Steve Bursten’s “Make a Friend” 7-Steps Selling System
November 6th, 2025
Indianapolis, Indiana
The Exciting Windows!
CEO Conference
November 7th – 8th, 2025
Indianapolis, Indiana
CEO Conference attendance is for Exciting Windows! members only! Non-Members are welcome to register and attend the 7-steps class & Managing for Profits with Vin Nigara. Click to Register for Managing for Profits
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FAQs
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Where is the Exciting Windows! CEO Conference?
Indianapolis, Indiana There are several hotel options available within the group block. We recommend booking at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown due to its close proximity to the convention center. Rooms are limited - Click here to reserve your room!
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I’m not an Exciting Windows member. Can I attend?
This is a MEMBERS ONLY event. If you would like to have more information about how to join Exciting Windows! email hello@excitingwindows.biz.
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When is the Exciting Windows! CEO Conference?
November 6-8, 2025 — Following the Sun Shading Expo.
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Will there be meals provided?
Lunch on Thursday for class attendees | Cocktails and Conversation Thursday Evening | Sponsored Lunch Friday
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How can I get more information?
Just ask! Email hello@excitingwindows.biz.
There are members in this group that can show me what’s possible. No need to reinvent the wheel.
— SUSAN DAY, OWNER EXCITING WINDOWS! BY SUSAN DAY
Exciting Windows! has the resources to train new decorators to make an impact from day one.
— MATT COBB, OWNER, SOUTHERN TRADITIONS
