Honorees of the Wood Industry 40 Under 40 Class of 2019 have been announced by Woodworking Network. This year marks the fourth annual awarding of the 40 Under 40, which celebrates the next generation of industry professionals who are making an impact on wood products manufacturing in North America.
All facets of the wood products industry are represented in this year's class, including manufacturers, suppliers, designers and educators.
"For four years we have been celebrating the career paths of the best and brightest young leaders in the wood products manufacturing industry and each year the nominees have been outstanding," said Tim Fixmer, CEO of CCI Media, the parent of Woodworking Network. "The 2019 class joins more than 120 alumni, all of whom continue to make a profound impact on the industry. Their contributions to the companies and organizations that are blessed with their leadership skills are truly awe inspiring. I have no doubt that the future will be brighter and the industry will be stronger thanks to the 40 Under 40 Class of 2019."
View the slideshow (arranged in alphabetical order) to find out more about this year's class of honorees. The 2019 Wood Industry 40 Under 40 is sponsored by Timber Products Co. and Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence: Cabinet Vision and Alphacam.
Honorees will be recognized at a special Leadership Reception on July 16 in Las Vegas, the evening prior to the AWFS Fair. Click here for information on attending this special event.
Karen M. Koenig has more than 30 years of experience in the woodworking industry, including visits to wood products manufacturing facilities throughout North America, Europe and Asia. As editor of special publications under the Woodworking Network brand, including the Red Book Best Practices resource guide and website, Karen’s responsibilities include writing, editing and coordinating of editorial content. She is also a contributor to FDMC and other Woodworking Network online and print media owned by CCI Media. She can be reached at [email protected]
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