LAS VEGAS — Honorees of the 2025 Wood Industry 40 Under 40 were recognized July 21 before an excited crowd at the special Leadership Reception, held July 21 in Las Vegas. This year marks Woodworking Network’s 10th annual awarding of the 40 Under 40, which celebrates industry professionals who are making an impact at their jobs, in the community, and on the North American woodworking industry.

Read about the 40 Under 40 Class of 2025.

“Once again, we are so impressed with the remarkable talent, dedication, and commitment shown by this year’s honorees. It is so satisfying to realize that this level of talent continues to be drawn to our industry, providing us with the reassurance that all that we have worked so hard to achieve has such a brilliant future at the hands of these young professionals. We are truly honored to recognize each of them and welcome them into the fold of the more than 360 alumni who represent the best and brightest among wood products manufacturers," said Tim Fixmer, president and CEO of CCI Media, the parent of Woodworking Network.

The Wood Industry 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 is sponsored by PaintLine and Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Co. (PLM). The 2025 class includes wood products manufacturers, designers, suppliers, and researchers, from all segments of the woodworking industry, including: cabinetry, furniture, closets and home organization, architectural woodwork and millwork, and wood components.

"The goal of the 40U40 is to showcase changemakers in the woodworking industry,” said Ryan Wagner, publisher of FDMC. “They represent the best of what is to come. Each year, the group is impressive, and this year is no different. The success of the industry will be on their shoulders, in their ideas, and through their actions. The future looks bright, and these winners will be leading the charge. I am proud of this industry and this group of young thinkers, as moving the needle at their respective companies will move the entire industry forward."

Honorees at the reception received an engraved plaque and commemorative pin. The reception took place at the Las Vegas Convention Center the evening prior to the AWFS Fair.

2025 honorees also will be recognized in the October “Leadership” issue of FDMC and online at WoodworkingNetwork.com. More information on Woodworking Network’s Wood Industry 40 Under 40 can be found at WoodworkingNetwork.com/40-under-40. For inquiries about the recognition program, email [email protected].