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The Woodworking Network Podcast
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July 10, 2025

The Woodworking Network PodcastEpisode Summary

Will Sampson talks about the importance of on-the-job training. His guest is Kelly Victor Burke, co-founder and co-owner of Burke Architectural Millwork and Bespoke Closets in Livonia, Michigan. She has been instrumental in establishing a nationally recognized apprenticeship program for woodworking. Now she’s at it again with a new program specifically for installers.

Episode Notes

This episode of the Woodworking Network podcast was sponsored by FDMC magazine. FDMC magazine is your vital source of information to improve your woodworking business. Whether it is keeping you apprised of the latest advances in manufacturing, helping you solve your wood technology problems with Gene Wengert, or inspiring you with case histories about successful businesses and best practices, FDMC magazine is there to be the sharpest business tool in your shop. Learn more and subscribe for free at woodworkingnetwork.com/fdmc.

Woodworking Network is a home for professional woodworkers, presenting technology, supplies, education, inspiration, and community, from small business entrepreneurs to corporate managers at large automated plants.

You can find all of our podcasts at WoodworkingNetwork.com/podcasts and in popular podcast channels. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. Thanks again to today’s sponsor, FDMC. If you have a comment or topic you’d like us to explore, contact me at [email protected]. And we would really appreciate it if you fill out the survey at woodworking network.com/podcast-survey. Thanks for listening.

Intro music courtesy of Anthony Monson.

Kelly Victor-Burke
Co-founder / Co-owner, Burke Architectural Millwork and Bespoke Closets
Will Sampson at WPE
Will Sampson
Editorial Director, Woodworking Network / FDMC Magazine