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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.
MANHEIM, Pa. -- Würth Baer Supply Company, one of the nation’s leading specialty wholesale distributors to the woodworking industry, will exhibit at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster, Oct. 12-13, at Spooky Nook Sports.
West Fraser posts $131 million Q2 loss
VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. reported negative earnings of $131 million (U.S.) on revenues of $1.6 billion in the second quarter.
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Rich Christianson,
August 7, 2023 | 11:15 am CDT
WMS Keynoter to reveal ‘Seriously Disruptive Digital Marketing Methods’
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario – Most professional woodworkers are too busy designing and making things to give any meaningful thought to crafting a digital marketing strategy that will boost their businesses.
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Rich Christianson,
August 7, 2023 | 9:07 am CDT
WMS Keynoter to reveal ‘Seriously Disruptive Digital Marketing Methods’
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario – Most professional woodworkers are too busy designing and making things to give any meaningful thought to crafting a digital marketing strategy that will boost their businesses.
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Rich Christianson,
August 6, 2023 | 5:00 pm CDT
Two Lean gurus to tag team at the WMS Live Stage
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario -- The guiding principles of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement are grounded in common sense logic. By applying Lean’s systematic approach to identifying and eliminating waste and non-value-added operations, manufacturers can boost productivity and profitability.
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Rich Christianson,
August 6, 2023 | 12:03 pm CDT
Miralis adds countertops to its custom kitchens lineup
Miralis CEO to present at EBC 2023
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Rich Christianson,
August 2, 2023 | 2:58 pm CDT
Lancaster County’s covered bridges connect the past with the present
MANHEIM, Pa. – If you are headed to Wood Pro Expo Lancaster this October, be sure to take some time to check out some of the 30 historical covered bridges that grace the area.
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Rich Christianson,
August 1, 2023 | 11:38 am CDT
Raptor to demo rust-proof polymer fasteners at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster
MANHEIM, Pa. – Raptor says its polymer fasteners save time and labor, while also conserving materials and resources.
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Rich Christianson,
July 20, 2023 | 9:10 am CDT
WMS Live presentation explores adapting to the post-pandemic sales climate
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario -- The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the way cabinet, furniture, and other wood product companies sell their wares.
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Rich Christianson,
July 16, 2023 | 9:01 pm CDT
Canada earmarks $27 million to promote skilled trade careers
OTTAWA, Ontario – The government of Canada will contribute more than $27 million over the next five years to Skills Canada.
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Rich Christianson,
July 16, 2023 | 3:49 pm CDT