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William Sampson is a lifelong woodworker, and he has been an advocate for small-scale entrepreneurs and lean manufacturing since the 1980s. He was the editor of Fine Woodworking magazine in the early 1990s and founded WoodshopBusiness magazine, which he eventually sold and merged with CabinetMaker magazine. He helped found the Cabinet Makers Association in 1998 and was its first executive director. Today, as editorial director of Woodworking Network and FDMC magazine he has more than 20 years experience covering the professional woodworking industry. His popular "In the Shop" tool reviews and videos appear monthly in FDMC.
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Woodworking firms see increasing virus impact
Updated survey shows woodworking industry still optimistic in long term but concerns increase short term.
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William Sampson,
May 5, 2020 | 10:11 am CDT
COVID-19 leads to plunging predictions for remodeling market
Harvard University report says leading indicators for remodeling had been on rebound before pandemic but now expect declines through 2021.
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William Sampson,
April 23, 2020 | 9:33 am CDT
Cohen Architectural Woodworking adopts seven-step plan to deal with COVID-19
Award winning Missouri-based architectural woodworking firm successfully manages virus pandemic without having to curtail operations or furlough employees.
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William Sampson,
April 20, 2020 | 4:57 pm CDT
Economist Alan Beaulieu answers questions about the new COVID economy
What’s the outlook for woodworking industry businesses in light of the coronavirus outbreak? Economist Alan Beaulieu answers questions in a special live webinar.
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William Sampson,
April 13, 2020 | 4:06 pm CDT
50-state guide to COVID-19 business resources
Resources available to aid businesses in the coronavirus pandemic vary widely from state to state.
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William Sampson,
April 7, 2020 | 6:05 pm CDT
Brad Cairns switches from doors to face shields
Canadian lean manufacturing expert switches full production at Best Damn Doors to making anti-virus protective gear.
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William Sampson,
April 1, 2020 | 11:05 am CDT
Survey: Woodworking industry faces major impacts but is still optimistic
Facing disrupted schedules, loss of business, and supply disruptions, the woodworking industry has also rallied to help healthcare workers in the pandemic.
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William Sampson,
March 30, 2020 | 12:57 pm CDT
Kristina Madsen to receive Furniture Society Award of Distinction
Kristina Madsen recognized for distinctive work that combines classic European cabinetmaking with Fijian carving.
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William Sampson,
March 6, 2020 | 1:23 pm CST
Wharton Esherick furniture auctioned to benefit theater
Iconic Wharton Esherick “Thunder Table” and “Hammer Handle” chairs included in Hedgerow Theatre auction.
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William Sampson,
February 28, 2020 | 10:41 am CST