A day-long conference takes place April 11; and exposition takes place April 12-13, at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel and Convention Center. The 2017 Cabinets & Closets Conference will feature an all-star field of business management experts, from every walk of the industry. Leading off with blockbuster keynote speaker Chris Stevens, the conference, networking luncheon, cabinet company plant tour, and evening reception will be loaded with people who can help you take your business to the next level of success and profitability.
- The April 11 Conference, themed Bringing Your Business to the Next Level, offers three tracks: Closets, Cabinets and Lean Management. Find complete conference information here>>
- The April 12-13 Expo will feature 100 technology and supply exhibitors, including panel, wood components, hardware, machinery, and software. See the growing exhibitor list here>>
Cabinets & Closes Expo and Conference has been running for the past 12 years, part of the events programs produced by Woodworking Network. Learn more and register>>
Bill wrote for WoodworkingNetwork.com, FDMC and Closets & Organized Storage magazines.
Bill's background includes more than 10 years in print manufacturing management, followed by more than 30 years in business reporting on industrial manufacturing in the forest products industries, including printing and packaging at American Printer (Features Editor) and Graphic Arts Monthly (Editor in Chief) magazines; and in secondary wood manufacturing for WoodworkingNetwork.com.
Bill was deeply involved with the launches of the Woodworking Network Leadership Forum, and the 40 Under 40 Awards programs. He currently reports on technology and business trends and develops conference programs.
In addition to his work as a journalist, Bill supports efforts to expand and improve educational opportunities in the manufacturing sectors, including 10 years on the Print & Graphics Scholarship Foundation; six years with the U.S. WoodLinks; and currently on the Woodwork Career Alliance Education Committee. He is also supports the Greater West Town Training Partnership Woodworking Program, which has trained more than 950 adults for industrial wood manufacturing careers.
Bill volunteers for Foinse Research Station, a biological field station staddling the border of Ireland and Northern Ireland, one of more than 200 members of the Organization of Biological Field Stations.
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