LAS VEGAS – Honorees of the 2023 Wood Industry 40 Under 40 were recognized last night before an excited crowd at the special Leadership Reception. This year marks Woodworking Network’s eighth annual awarding of the 40 Under 40, which celebrates industry professionals who are making an impact at their jobs, in the community, and on the North American woodworking industry.

“We would like the entire industry to join us in celebration of the youngest, best, and brightest contributors to wood products manufacturing in North America. This year’s team of honorees join more than 280 alumni who have been recognized with this distinction in the past,” said Tim Fixmer, president and CEO of CCI Media, the parent of Woodworking Network.

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The 40 Under 40 Class of 2023 is sponsored by PaintLine, and CEO Kyle Robinson congratulated the honorees.  The 2023 class includes wood products manufacturers, designers, suppliers, software developers, educators, and consultants, from all segments of the woodworking industry, including: cabinetry, furniture, closets and home organization, architectural woodwork and millwork, and wood components.

"We are honored to recognize these talented young professionals who consistently demonstrate leadership, innovation, and inspiration,” said Harry Urban, FDMC publisher, a Woodworking Network publication. “Their contributions play a vital role in sustaining and advancing our industry. We commend their resilience in navigating challenging business climates and recognize them as a driving force behind the future of woodworking. We take pride in their accomplishments and appreciate their unwavering commitment to the industry, their communities, and important causes."

Honorees at the reception received a commemorative pin. They also were given an engraved plaque, provided by Epilog Laser..

The 2023 honorees also will be recognized at future industry events including the Executive Briefing Conference/Woodworking Network Summit, Sept. 26-28 at the Broadmoor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In addition, they will be profiled in the October issue of FDMC and online at WoodworkingNetwork.com.

More information on the 40 Under 40 can be found at WoodworkingNetwork.com/40-under-40. For inquiries about the industry recognition program, email [email protected].