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Karen
Koenig
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Karen M. Koenig has more than 30 years of experience in the woodworking industry, including visits to wood products manufacturing facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. As editor of special publications under the Woodworking Network brand, including the Red Book Best Practices resource guide and website, Karen’s responsibilities include writing, editing and coordinating of editorial content. She is also a contributor to FDMC and other Woodworking Network online and print media owned by CCI Media. She can be reached at karen.koenig@woodworkingnetwork.com
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Lewis Lumber and Milling expands into Pennsylvania, creates 100 jobs
The Tennessee-based hardwood flooring, moulding and components producer will invest approximately $15.2 million to renovate and equip the 100,000-square-foot facility.

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Karen M. Koenig,
May 6, 2022 | 9:53 am CDT
ROOMI Group’s award-winning formula
At the architectural woodwork firm, tradition + technology = success.

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Karen M. Koenig,
May 4, 2022 | 4:13 pm CDT
Architectural millwork and retail fixture manufacturers see gains: FDMC 300 special report
The steady rise in commercial and high-end residential projects bodes well for FDMC 300 firms.

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Karen M. Koenig,
May 4, 2022 | 3:19 pm CDT
February residential furniture orders down, but 'not all that bad'
Although new orders fell 20% in February compared to 2021, it's "not all that bad" considering 2021 figures were up 24% over February 2020, the last month before the pandemic set in, said Ken Smith, managing partner at Smith Leonard.

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Karen M. Koenig,
April 29, 2022 | 3:16 pm CDT
Taiwanese technology on tap at DigitalGo woodworking events
Wood Taiwan 2022 DigitalGo 2022, a multi-pronged online industry event, runs through May 12 and includes: an online exhibition, Sourcing Taiwan, WOOD Insight, WOODiscover factory tour and the "Manufacturers Win” podcast.

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Karen M. Koenig,
April 29, 2022 | 10:18 am CDT
Cabinet Makers group to mark 25 years, hosts national conference
The Cabinet Makers Association will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a national conference in Nashville, March 8-10, 2023.

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Karen M. Koenig,
April 28, 2022 | 12:13 pm CDT
MEM Industrial brings thousands of woodworkers to Mexico
More than 4,000 wood industry professionals converged on Mexico City March 29-31 to view new technology and supplies by 200 leading brands. MEM Industrial attracted buyers from Asia, Europe, North America and Latin America, as well as each of Mexico's 32 states.

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Karen M. Koenig,
April 28, 2022 | 8:57 am CDT
Still time to nominate: Woodworking industry’s 40 Under 40
Nominations are open through May 31 for the seventh annual program recognizing those making a difference in their workplace, community and industry.

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Karen M. Koenig,
April 22, 2022 | 3:38 pm CDT
Custom woodworker launches veneer panel division
Custom woodworking and marquetry specialist SmithMade has expanded its portfolio and now offers veneer panels in addition to tables, flooring, architectural millwork, and bespoke furniture.

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Karen M. Koenig,
April 21, 2022 | 9:26 am CDT