by ssbhayani | Jul 2, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
By Ian Faight In late May, more than 60 representatives from our industry convened in Washington, DC, to let our collective voice be heard on Capitol Hill during the Hardwood Federation’s Fly-In. We joined together to tell our industry’s stories; share issues that are... by ssbhayani | Jul 2, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Closing the skills gap is more than a popular media topic; it’s a daily concern for many of us in the forest products industry, especially as we think about what it will take to maintain sustainable business operations into the future. Some might say let the... by ssbhayani | Jul 2, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Photos by Chris Fehr The Appalachian Lumbermen’s Club held its Annual Beach Meeting in North Myrtle Beach, SC, with members and guests enjoying sports events and networking. The meeting attracted 148 people to the Avista Resort for the annual event. Casual networking... by ssbhayani | Jun 3, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Import/Export Wood Purchasing News, Industry News
Giles Tettey Nartey And Parti Create Furniture Inspired By Food And Fabric For the American Hardwood Export Council, Milan Design Week is a crucial date on the calendar. The April event provides an unparalleled opportunity not only to showcase the design possibilities... by ssbhayani | Jun 3, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Import/Export Wood Purchasing News, Industry News
Trade missions are one of the most effective ways for U.S. suppliers to connect with buyers and improve their understanding of international markets. In 2023 alone, SEC trade missions resulted in over $5 million in reported sales. SEC missions have been effective in... by ssbhayani | Jun 2, 2024 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
I hate amusement parks. I refuse to go on the rides that drop you. I can handle the speeds, but I can’t handle my stomach going into my throat. I try breathing and all sorts of ways to cope with the drop, but they never fully work and the ride overwhelms me. The...