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Karen
Koenig
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Karen M. Koenig has more than 35 years of experience in the woodworking industry, including visits to wood products manufacturing facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. As senior editor, her responsibilities include writing and editing for Woodworking Network publications FDMC Magazine and Closets & Organized Storage Magazine, as well as the website. She also oversees many of Woodworking Network's special projects and programs, including Red Book: Resource Guide for Best Practice, FDMC 300, 40 Under 40, and the Wood Industry Market Leaders. She can be reached at [email protected].
Scott Prillaman is the senior vice president-U.S. Operations for Hooker Furnishings, one of the largest furniture manufacturers/providers in North America.
Wood Industry Market Leader: Lisa Carlquist, Artisan Custom Closets
Lisa Carlquist is president of Artisan Custom Closets, one of the largest closet and home organization firms in North America.
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Karen M. Koenig,
September 30, 2022 | 11:19 am CDT
Wood Industry Market Leader: Daniel Drapeau, Miralis
Daniel Drapeau is the president and CEO of Miralis, one of the largest cabinetry manufacturers in North America.
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Karen M. Koenig,
September 30, 2022 | 11:18 am CDT
Wood Industry Market Leader: Kelly Dame, Woodgrain
Kelly Dame is the president and CEO of Woodgrain. The vertically-integrated company is among the largest wood products manufacturers in North America.
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Karen M. Koenig,
September 30, 2022 | 11:17 am CDT
July cabinet sales up 19.7% over last year
KCMA's Trend of Business Survey reports a 19.7% increase in overall cabinet sales for the July year-over-year comparison, but a 12.5% drop compared to June figures.
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Karen M. Koenig,
September 20, 2022 | 3:05 pm CDT
Seven Trees Woodworking branches out
The architectural millwork, door and custom cabinetry maker has added private label furniture to its product portfolio.
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Karen M. Koenig,
September 7, 2022 | 5:29 pm CDT
Flexsteel says no: Rejects takeover bid
In unanimously rejecting the unsolicited proposal by CSC Generation Holdings, Flexsteel Industries' Board of Directors called the proposal opportunistic and said it substantially undervalues the residential furniture giant.
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Karen M. Koenig,
September 1, 2022 | 8:03 am CDT
Flexsteel targeted by unsolicited takeover bid
The residential furniture giant offers no comment on the unsolicited bid after CSC Generation Holdings reaches out directly to shareholders.
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Karen M. Koenig,
August 25, 2022 | 7:26 am CDT
Challengers Award winners announced at IWF 2022
The winners of the coveted Challengers Award for 2022 are: Bacci America, Biesse America, James L. Taylor/Cameron Automation, Felder Group USA, Northtech Machine, Salice America and Topp Line/Blind Stapler.
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Karen M. Koenig,
August 23, 2022 | 11:59 am CDT
40 Under 40 woodworking leaders lauded at Leadership Reception
Woodworking Network's 40 Under 40 were honored for their achievements at their companies, in the community, and in the industry.
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Karen M. Koenig,
August 23, 2022 | 6:10 am CDT