Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Wood Industry 40 Under 40 recognition program

See who's shaping woodworking's future: 40 Under 40 class of 2026 announced

This year marks the 11th 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.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 4, 2026 | 7:55 am CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Final call: Nominate now for Wood Industry 40 Under 40

Nominations close May 11. The program honors young professionals who are shaping the future of the North American woodworking industry. Persons 40 or younger, in all job levels, in all sectors of the industry, are eligible.

By Karen M. Koenig, May 5, 2026 | 8:56 am CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Searching for woodworking's rising stars: 40 Under 40 nominations now open

Nominations are open through May 11 for Woodworking Network’s 11th annual Wood Industry 40 Under 40, which celebrates the next generation of industry professionals who are making an impact on wood products manufacturing in North America.

By Karen M. Koenig, February 19, 2026 | 9:24 am CST

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

40 Under 40: Woodworking’s rising stars

Read how the 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 honorees are making their mark.

By Karen M. Koenig, October 8, 2025 | 11:11 am CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Leadership Reception showcases rising stars

The Wood Industry 40 Under 40 were honored for their industry achievements at a special reception on July 21.

By Karen M. Koenig, July 25, 2025 | 9:20 am CDT

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Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Slideshow: Meet the 2025 Wood Industry 40 Under 40

This year marks the 10th annual awarding of the Wood Industry 40 Under 40 by Woodworking Network, celebrating the next generation of industry professionals who are making an impact on North American wood products manufacturing, design, sales, services, and education.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 30, 2025 | 7:00 am CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Connect with 40 Under 40 honorees at Leadership Reception

The 2025 class of honorees includes manufacturers and suppliers from all segments of the woodworking industry.

By Karen M. Koenig, June 16, 2025 | 3:36 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Inspiring woodworkers: 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 revealed

This year marks the 10th 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.

By Karen M. Koenig, May 29, 2025 | 5:00 am CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40

Act now: Nominations still open for Wood Industry 40 Under 40

Nominations are open through May 12 for Woodworking Network’s 10th annual Wood Industry 40 Under 40, which celebrates the next generation of industry professionals who are making an impact on wood products manufacturing in North America.

By Karen M. Koenig, April 9, 2025 | 2:28 pm CDT

Woodworking Industry 40 Under 40