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Rich
Christianson
President/Owner/C-Level
Rich Christianson is the owner of Richson Media LLC, a Chicago-based communications firm focused on the industrial woodworking sector. Rich is the former long-time editorial director and associate publisher of Woodworking Network. During his nearly 35-year career, Rich has toured more than 250 woodworking operations throughout North America, Europe and Asia and has written extensively on woodworking technology, design and supply trends. He has also directed and promoted dozens of woodworking trade shows, conferences and seminars including the Cabinets & Closets Conference & Expo and the Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference & Expo, Canada’s largest woodworking show.
Castaly Machinery will emphasize its wide and diverse range of machinery at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster, October 23-24 at Spooky Nook Sports.
C.H. Reed to showcase finish spray equipment at WPE Lancaster
The company’s booth will focus on products manufactured by Binks and DeVilbiss.
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Rich Christianson,
October 2, 2025 | 12:10 am CDT
WMS preview videos: Richelieu automated closet and kitchen devices
Richelieu will highlight its new exclusive North American distribution agreement with Granberg Products at the Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference & Expo.
By
Rich Christianson,
October 1, 2025 | 8:57 pm CDT
Lockdowel to showcase rust-free solution for outdoor furnishings at WPE Lancaster
MANHEIM, Pa.
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Rich Christianson,
September 30, 2025 | 9:54 am CDT
Blum Canada names Pierre Isele as managing director
Isele brings nearly 15 years of experience in the Blum organization including roles in Austria, New Zealand, the Asia Pacific region, and the Americas.
By
Rich Christianson,
September 29, 2025 | 12:40 pm CDT
Learn about Pennsylvania's robust hardwoods market at WPE Lancaster
Wood Pro Expo Lancaster attendees can meet with representatives of the Pennsylvania Hardwoods Development Council (HDC) to learn how to tap into the state's robust hardwoods industry.
By
Rich Christianson,
September 29, 2025 | 10:43 am CDT
Landmark Lumber to display ‘everything wood’ at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster
Landmark’s “everything wood” offering includes specialty products like siding, paneling, decking, pressure-treated lumber, posts and timbers, and thermally modified lumber.
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Rich Christianson,
September 26, 2025 | 1:08 pm CDT
AWMAC expert panel to discuss success in woodwork projects at WMS Live Stage
The panel brings together key players from the industry—an architect, a general contractor, and a woodwork manufacturer—to explore how the North American Architectural Woodwork Standards (NAAWS) are crucial for project success.
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Rich Christianson,
September 25, 2025 | 4:29 pm CDT
Lignum Consulting to spotlight operational excellence strategies at WPE Lancaster
The company helps wood product manufacturers increase efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen competitiveness.
By
Rich Christianson,
September 24, 2025 | 4:19 pm CDT
WMS to host session on how woodworking firms can tap into government funding
Presented in partnership with the Wood Manufacturing Cluster of Ontario, this session -- How Woodworking Companies Can Secure Government Funding -- will take place on Wednesday, November 12, at 1 p.m. on the WMS Stage.
By
Rich Christianson,
September 24, 2025 | 12:56 pm CDT