FDMC October 2022 - Leadership Issue

Meet the 2022 Wood Industry Market Leaders

The 2022 Wood Industry Market Leaders are (in alphabetical order): Lisa Carlquist, president, Artisan Custom Closets; Kelly Dame, president & CEO, Woodgrain; Daniel Drapeau, president & CEO, Miralis; Scott Prillaman, senior vice president-U.S. Operations, Hooker Furnishings; and Kelly Victor-Burke, owner/CEO, Burke Architectural Millwork.

By Karen M. Koenig, September 30, 2022 | 11:30 am CDT

Market Leaders

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.

By Karen M. Koenig, September 30, 2022 | 11:17 am CDT

Market Leaders

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.

By Karen M. Koenig, September 30, 2022 | 11:18 am CDT

Market Leaders

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.

By Karen M. Koenig, September 30, 2022 | 11:19 am CDT

Market Leaders

Wood Industry Market Leader: Scott Prillaman, Hooker Furnishings

Scott Prillaman is the senior vice president-U.S. Operations for Hooker Furnishings, one of the largest furniture manufacturers/providers in North America.

By Karen M. Koenig, September 30, 2022 | 11:20 am CDT

Market Leaders

Wood Industry Market Leader: Kelly Victor-Burke, Burke Architectural Millwork

Kelly Victor-Burke is the owner/CEO of Burke Architectural Millwork. She spearheaded a team of business owners, educational partners and industry organizations in the creation and approval of the first Department of Labor registered apprenticeship in woodworking: Woodwork Manufacturing Specialist

By Karen M. Koenig, September 30, 2022 | 11:22 am CDT

Market Leaders

Meet the Elite: Compendium of Wood Industry Market Leaders

Since 2009, Woodworking Network has paid tribute to market leaders in the wood products industry that have made an impact — not only at their own companies, but also on the industry as a whole. Represented are persons from all segments of the secondary woodworking industry, including: residential furniture, contract/office furniture, cabinets, closets/home storage, store fixture, architectural woodwork, window and door, and wood components.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 5, 2023 | 11:29 am CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Woodworking millennials make their mark: 40 Under 40

Find out more about the 2022 Wood Industry 40 Under 40.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 7, 2022 | 4:59 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Slideshow: Meet the 2022 Wood Industry 40 Under 40

View the slideshow and read the stories behind this year's standout class of Woodworking Network 40 Under 40 honorees.

By Karen M. Koenig, July 18, 2022 | 12:12 pm CDT

WOOD 100 Honorees

21 customer service ideas that work: WOOD 100 Strategies for Success

Now more than ever, manufacturers must work smarter, and faster than their competitors while providing customer service, quality, and added value to the wood products. What follows are some of the methods put in place by the 2022 WOOD 100.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 4, 2022 | 9:56 am CDT

WOOD 100 Honorees

6 popular products to grow sales: WOOD 100 Strategies for Success

New product lines and innovations are paving the way for increased business opportunities for this year's WOOD 100 companies.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 4, 2022 | 11:08 am CDT

WOOD 100 Honorees

11 ways tech investments improve production: WOOD 100 Strategies for Success

Investing in technology leads to improvements in quality, consistency and speed of production. What follows are some of the machinery and supply investments put in place by the 2022 WOOD 100.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 4, 2022 | 11:33 am CDT

WOOD 100 Honorees

17 processes to enhance productivity: WOOD 100 Strategies for Success

Process improvements, lean manufacturing, technology, training and innovation are helping these woodworking manufacturers increase production while improving quality and efficiency. What follows are some of the strategies put in place by the 2022 WOOD 100 class.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 4, 2022 | 11:53 am CDT

WOOD 100 Honorees

34 blueprints for good business: WOOD 100 Strategies for Success

Managing supply chain and labor issues, expansions, acquisitions, and improved corporate communications are just a few of the ways these WOOD 100 firms have grown sales and improved business.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 4, 2022 | 1:53 pm CDT

WOOD 100 Honorees

11 marketing methods to grow sales: WOOD 100 Strategies for Success

Social media, advertising, targeted promotions and community service endeavors are just some of the ways these 2022 WOOD 100 manufacturers keep their company names and brands at the forefront of customers' minds.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 4, 2022 | 3:57 pm CDT

In the Shop

Instant workbench handles 1,000 pounds

ToughBuilt QuickSet workbench is strong, lightweight, fast, and versatile.

By William Sampson, September 19, 2022 | 12:26 pm CDT

Salon Industriel du Bois Ouvré

AWMAC Quebec to present updated woodwork standards at SIBO 2022

The key components and importance of the North American Architectural Woodwork Standards (NAAWS) will be highlighted at Salon Industriel du Bois Ouvré (SIBO).