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Palliser has appointed Cary Benson as its new president and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 19, 2026.

A hands-on workshop focused on hardware will be offered during the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Annual Conference, taking place March 2-5 in Huntington Beach, California. During the “Hardware Hands-on Workshop | From Components to Performance” on March 4, participants will have the chance to learn from demonstrations of hardware for a number of product types.

The National Woods Board (NWB) reelected five founding members to its board of directors. In accepting new three-year board terms, each of these visionaries demonstrated their commitment to helping the NWB fulfill its goal to prepare students for successful woodworking careers.

Strengthening leadership capability isn’t a “nice to have.” It is one of the most powerful retention strategies available.

The Eastern Atlantic States Carpenters Technical Center has launched a virtual tour of its Pennsylvania training center to show students what union carpentry education looks like from any location. The digital platform lets users walk through contemporary educational spaces and observe millwork and welding areas, heavy highway and concrete facilities, and additional services.

Founded in 2008, Next Step provides job training and placement in wood manufacturing, construction, and city services to individuals facing barriers including homelessness, recidivism and addiction.

The department’s $35.8 million cooperative agreement with the Arkansas Department of Commerce will incentivize employers nationwide to develop, expand, or join existing advanced manufacturing Registered Apprenticeship programs through a pay-for-performance model. Through the program, employers will receive $3,500 for each new apprentice hired.

Every year, the Wood Industry Association awards scholarships to college students pursuing studies in wood technology, machinery, and related fields. To date, the Wood Industry Association and former WMIA Education Foundation have awarded over $575,000 to 317 students.

Meet with Conestoga College representatives at booth #834.