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Print Economist, Alan Beaulieu, known best for his accuracy, dry wit, and sound business advice, will offer his latest prognostications for the post-pandemic era and beyond. COLORADO SPRINGS -- Labor and supply chain issues are the biggest challenges going forward for top executives in the woodworking industry, according to a recent survey of past Executive Briefing Conference attendees and FDMC 300 company executives. These subjects will be fully addressed at the upcoming EBC in Colorado Springs September 8-10. In addition, attendees will learn about the latest woodworking technologies from ...

This will be my last column in FDMC. (With a nod to Frederick Exley in the title.) I’ve seen many shops and have interviewed hundreds of woodworkers. I’m often asked what makes companies successful. Here are some of my own observations from visiting many successful companies. I have written about this in the past and have modified and changed a few things here. How can you be successful? One of the biggest things is simple…connect with others in your industry. There are many trade groups and associations that are well worth your time. Members of the Cabinet Makers Association and Archit...

Who will join this iconic group of 200 alums in 2021? The 40 Under 40 awards program recognizes the achievements of standout individuals in the categories of: productivity, profitability, social good (locally or globally), ingenuity, innovation, peer inspiration, product development, organizational leadership, or other areas. Persons in all job levels, in all facets of the professional woodworking industry, are eligible. Nominating is free, and nominations can be submitted through May 10 at bit.ly/submitunder40. Pictured are honorees from last year's program. Nominations are open through May ...