by ssbhayani | Oct 2, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Feature Stories, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Classic American Hardwoods Inc. (CAH), headquartered in Memphis, TN, was founded by Bill Courtney, President and CEO, in 2001. “I literally founded the company on my couch. We started trading some loads and raising some money,” Courtney said. From that humble... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Feature Stories, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
The Penn-York Lumbermen’s Club held its monthly meeting recently in Titusville, PA, with Penn-Sylvan International serving as host. Ample networking opportunities were provided, including a golf game followed by a reception, which was preceded and followed by a... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
I have 7 kids ages: 23, 21, 20, 14, 12, 7, and 5 – three girls and four boys. They are so different. My oldest daughter is tall, skinny, blonde, average intelligence, above average work ethic, no musical ability, eats everything, and slow to get a joke. Her sister,... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Business Trends, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
In the Lake States region, sources from different states are sharing a generally positive outlook on their market conditions. Notably, two sources have mentioned that the Red Oak market is showing stronger performance in their region. In Indiana, a lumber saleswoman... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Feature Stories, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
If you are in the Hardwood lumber business, you know things are a little rough in the marketplace. During the recently concluded annual convention of the Western Hardwood Association (WHA) on the Oregon coast, a panel of specialists shared their insights and valuable... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
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